Russian Language and Literature

The Bachelor’s degree program in Russian Language and Literature at Seoul National University offers students a comprehensive and in-depth education in the Russian language, its literary traditions, and cultural contexts. This program is designed to cultivate students' proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding Russian, while also fostering a deep appreciation of the rich literary heritage spanning from classical to modern Russian authors. Throughout the course of study, students explore a wide range of literary genres, including poetry, prose, drama, and essays, gaining critical analysis skills and a nuanced understanding of thematic developments in Russian literature.

The curriculum emphasizes linguistic precision, cultural literacy, and interpretative skills, enabling graduates to engage effectively in academic, diplomatic, or business settings requiring advanced Russian language competencies. Beyond language skills, students examine the social, political, historical, and philosophical issues reflected in Russian texts to develop a well-rounded perspective on Russian culture and society. The program encourages active participation in seminars, discussions, and research projects, fostering intellectual curiosity and analytical rigor.

In addition to core courses in language and literature, students have opportunities to undertake specialized studies such as Russian linguistics, translation, and contemporary cultural studies. The program also promotes intercultural exchange and offers elective courses related to Russian-speaking regions and global issues. Internships and study abroad programs are available to provide practical experience and enhance linguistic immersion.

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in translation and interpretation, international relations, education, publishing, and cultural administration. They also have a solid foundation for pursuing graduate studies in Russian language, literature, or area studies. The program's dedicated faculty members, experts in their fields, facilitate a dynamic learning environment that bridges linguistic skills with cultural understanding, making Seoul National University a premier choice for students aspiring to excel in Russian language and literary studies.

• Old Church Slavic
• Russian Modernism
• Studies in Modern Russian Grammar 1
• Studies in Modern Russian Grammar 2
• Russian Morphosyntax
• Russian Phonology
• Russian Historical Linguistics
• Topics in Russian Syntax
• Topics in Russian Morphology
• Bibliography and Method of Russian Literature
• Seminar in Russian Linguistics
• Seminar in Russian Stylistics
• Seminar in Modern Russian Theoretical Linguistics
• Seminar in 19th Century Russian Literature
• Seminar in 20th Century Russian Literature
• Seminar in Russian Novel
• Seminar in Russian Poetry
• Seminar in Russian Drama
• Studies in Russian Classicism
• Studies in Russian Romanticism
• Studies in Russian Realism
• Studies in Soviet Literature
• Seminar in Russian Major Authors
• Seminar in Russian Major Works
• Seminar in Russian Literary Criticism
• Topics in Russian Literature
• Seminar in the Second Slavic Literature
• Studies in Russian Major Works
• Studies in Russian Major Authors
• Studies in Russian Literary Criticism
• Studies in Russian Literary Criticism
• Studies in Russian Literary Genres
• Russian Semantics
• Methods of Research in Russian Linguistics
• Theories in Russian Grammar
• Topics in History of Russian Language
• Old Russian Literature
• Studies in the 18th Century Russian Literature
• Dissertation Research

1. Online
   application
2. Either
   proof
   of
   Korean
   or
   English
   proficiency
   is
   required;
   
   
   
   
   1)
   Korean
   Proficiency:
   TOPIK
   level
   3
   or
   higher
   
   
   
   
   2)
   English
   Proficiency:
   TOEFL
   (PBT
   550,
   CBT
   213,
   iBT
   80),
   TEPS
   551, IELTS
   5.5
   or
   higher
   
   
   
   3)
   Other
   official
   documents
   indicating
   proof
   of
   language
   proficiency (ie.
   SNU
   Korean
   Language
   Center
   Level
   4
   or
   higher)
3. Personal
   Statement
   and
   Study
   Plan
4. Letter
   of
   Recommendation
5. Counselor
   Reference
   
6. Official
   High
   School
   Transcript
   and
   Graduation
   Certificate
7. A
   Copy
   of
   the
   Applicant’s
   Passport
8. Certificate
   of
   Facts
   concerning
   the
   Entry
   and
   Exit
9. Portfolio,
   Records
   of
   Achievement,
   etc.
10. Agreement
    for
    Verification
    of
    Academic
    Record

If you wish to apply for the scholarship program, please fill out the scholarship application form every semester. Application period:

• During November(1st semester)
• During May(2nd semester)

International Student Scholarship

• GPA requirement: 3.0 GPA or higher (average of the previous semester)
• Funding: Tuition and fees (partial or fully funded)
• Eligibility: International student in the government-funded (government-invited) scholarship, international student

  (self-funded), Korean student living overseas and studying in Korea (undergraduate and graduate course)

Lecture/Research Scholarship

• GPA requirement: 3.3 GPA or higher (average of the previous semester; excluding new students)
• Eligibility: Graduate student recommended by the advising professor; an annual income of less than KRW 12 million
• Working condition: 10 or more hours a week (40 hours/month)
• Responsibility: Assist the lectures by the professor, general electives and research; help students with their course; manage assignments; manage laboratory; fulfill administrative duties for the undergraduate course, etc.
• Funding: Current student: Fully funded tuition and fees and monthly scholarship;

  Research student: Monthly scholarship

• Termination: If on leave of absence, disciplinary action or determined to be unqualified for other reasons

Core TA Scholarship

• Eligibility: Returning graduate student and research student
• Funding: Type A – Tuition (partially funded) and monthly research aid / Type B  – Half of the monthly research aid
• Duration: 1st semester : March – August (6 months) /

  2nd semester: September – February of the following year (6 months)

• Responsibility: Attend the assigned lecture; supervise discussion; check assignments; focus on Laboratory

  sessions/Experiment/Practice courses; assist practice, etc.

SNU Foundation Scholarship

• GPA requirement: 3.3 GPA or higher (average of the previous semester)
• Funding: Tuition and fees (partially or fully funded)
• Feature: Scholarship funded by some 200 funds created by Seoul National University Foundation

The following is the scholarship programs offered for graduate applicants. Students may apply for the programs before or during the admission application period. The annual announcement will be posted on this websitehttp://en.snu.ac.kr/apply/info.

Graduate Scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (GSFS)

Eligibility

• Asian students, excluding Japanese and Chinese nationals, who wish to study one of the designated graduate programs
  * The programs eligible for this scholarship are subject to change, and different by applicants’ nationalities. The eligible programs list is announced every semester.

Number of Recipients

• Approximately 20

Subsidies

• Tuition fee: full tuition exemption for a maximum of 4 semesters
• Living expenses: 500,000 KRW per month (different according to recipients’ majors)

Application Period

• During admission period for international students every semester

Selection Procedure

• Applicants who submit admission application to SNU’s Office of Admissions ⇒ applicants submit scholarship application to SNU’s Office of International Affairs ⇒ Selection made by respective Colleges/Schools based on the admission documents ⇒ decision noticed

Contact

• SNU staff in charge: 82-2-880-2519, intlscholarship@snu.ac.kr

Silk-Road Scholarship

Eligibility

• Applicants from the countries in the ‘Silk-Road’ area who want to study humanities or social sciences, including Korean language, history, culture, politics, and economics

Number of Recipients

• About 5 new graduate students

Subsidies

• Tuition fee: full tuition fee exemption for a maximum of 4 semesters
• Living expenses: maximum of 600,000 KRW per month for 4 semesters
• Airfare: maximum of 1 million KRW for one economy round trip
• Korean language training fee: fee exemption at the Language Education Institute

Application Period

• During admission period for international students every Fall semester

Selection Procedure

• Applicants who submit admission application to SNU’s Office of Admissions ⇒ applicants submit scholarship application to SNU’s Office of International Affairs ⇒ Selection made by respective Colleges/Schools based on the admission documents ⇒ decision noticed

Contact

• SNU staff in charge: 82-2-880-2519, intlscholarship@snu.ac.kr

Overseas Koreans Scholarship

Eligibility

• Overseas Korean students who wish to take graduate degrees at SNU

Subsidies

• Full tuition exemption
• Living expenses: 800,000 KRW per month for 4 semesters
• Insurance fees: approximately 30,000 per month
• Settlement expenses aid upon initial arrival: 500,000 KRW (one-time payment)
• Airfare for one economy round trip
• Language training expenses: for 2 semesters

Application Period

• March and September

Selection Procedure

• Applicants submit applications to Korean embassies in their countries ⇒ the embassies make the first selection ⇒ the Overseas Koreans Foundation make the second selection

Contact

• SNU staff in charge: 82-2-880-2519, intlscholarship@snu.ac.kr

Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP)

Eligibility

• International students applying for SNU’s graduate programs

Number of Recipients

• 325

Subsidies

• Full tuition fee: tuition exemption for 4 semesters for master’s program and 6 semesters for Ph. D program
• Living expenses: 900,000 KRW per month
• Airfare: one economy round trip
• Korean language training fee: for one year
  * Korean language training is mandatory and when the student does not achieve TOPIK grade 3 within a year, she/he is not eligible to enter the degree program
• Others: medical insurance, research fund, thesis printing fees, settlement and returning expenses

Application Period

• February

Selection Procedure

※ Applicants choose one of the following application methods.

• University Recommendation Program: applicants submit applications to SNU’s Office of Admission ⇒ the National Institute for International Education make the selection
• Embassy Recommendation Program: applications submit applications to Korean Embassies in their countries ⇒ the National Institute for International Education make the selection

Contact

• SNU staff in charge: 82-2-880-6971, sck590@snu.ac.kr

The Department of Russian Language and Literature at Seoul National University offers a comprehensive program aimed at deepening students' understanding of Russian language, literature, and culture. The program is designed for students who wish to develop advanced language proficiency, analytical skills, and cultural awareness related to Russian-speaking regions. Coursework covers a broad range of topics, including classical and modern Russian literature, linguistics, translation studies, and cultural studies. Students are encouraged to engage critically with texts from various periods, fostering both linguistic competence and literary analysis skills. The curriculum emphasizes both language mastery and literary interpretation, providing students with the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in Russian. Additionally, the program promotes research activities, encouraging students to explore topics deeply through seminars, independent studies, and thesis work. The faculty comprises experts in Russian philology, literature, and culture, offering students mentorship and guidance throughout their studies. Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in academia, translation, international relations, cultural diplomacy, and media related to Russia and the Russian-speaking world. The university provides opportunities for exchange programs and internships, enhancing practical language skills and intercultural competence. Overall, the program aims to cultivate scholars and professionals equipped with a high level of proficiency in Russian language and a profound understanding of Russian literary and cultural heritage.