In the largest universities in Russia, various forms of education are organized in the specialty "Russian as a foreign language". First, there is the student department. Secondly, in the specialty of RFL in the magistracy after receiving basic education. Thirdly, philologists have the opportunity to improve their qualifications.

Faculty of Philology, Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov

At Moscow State University, an optional specialization in RFL is taught to students-philologists starting from the 3rd year. Students undergo teaching practice in groups of foreign students. You can continue your education in graduate school in the specialty "Theory and methods of teaching the Russian language" or in the specialty "Russian language". If you have a higher philological education, then if you wish, you will receive additional education in the field of RFL at Moscow State University. The university has a faculty of advanced training for teachers of RFL, specialization in RFL for philologists-Russianists, specialization in RFL for philologists-non-Russianists.

Peoples' Friendship University of Russia

At the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, on the basis of the Department of the Russian Language and the Methods of its Teaching of the Faculty of Philology, you can undergo advanced training in the specialty of RFL. The main goal of professional development is to deepen knowledge and enrich the scientific and professional competence of the teacher. Basic programs of the faculty of advanced training of RFL: methods of teaching Russian as a foreign language, methods of teaching Russian as a foreign language, traditions and innovations in the professional activity of a Russian language teacher, a testologist-specialist in the field of pedagogical measurements, etc. At RUDN you can study for a master's degree in specialization "Russian as a foreign language".

State Institute of the Russian Language. A.S. Pushkin

The institute offers tuition in magistracy on a paid basis in the specialty "Russian as a foreign language". The main discipline of the master's program is history and theory of teaching methods in Russian as a foreign language. At the Faculty of Philology, you can undergo professional retraining with the assignment of the qualification "Teacher of RFL". The Faculty of Advanced Studies offers courses and seminars that are varied in terms of topics and terms of study. The possibility of participation in the summer school and scientific training of teachers of Russian as a foreign language according to individual plans is provided.

Saint Petersburg State University

At the university you can get a full-fledged education in the direction of "Russian as a foreign language". Students are offered an optimal curriculum, which includes two foreign languages ​​(English, German or French). The main courses for future specialists in RFL: linguodidactic description of RFL, methods of teaching Russian to foreigners, intensive methods of teaching RFL, cultural linguistics. Acquaintance with narrowly professional issues of teaching RFL takes place in special courses. There is an opportunity to undergo educational teaching practice with foreign students.

More detailed information can be found on the websites of universities and institutes that offer to study Russian as a foreign language.

The Center for Russian as a Foreign Language was opened on the basis of the Language Link international language center in 1996, within walking distance from Novoslobodskaya station. On the basis of recognized teaching aids, the methodologists have created the most effective programs for teaching the Russian language for foreigners. Training takes place in mini-groups of up to 6 people or individually. Although the classes are held in a communicative method, the teachers are fluent in English or Spanish so that students can get answers to all questions.

Programs include intensive courses lasting from one week to a semester, academic courses for university students studying Russian, and combined courses that allow not only studying Russian, but also getting to know the culture and life in Russia. Students go on excursions, attend events dedicated to Russian culture, and taste national cuisine.

Language Link is a certified center for TORFL exams, citizenship test and comprehensive exams for obtaining a patent, temporary residence permit or residence permit. You can also prepare for each of these exams at our centers in Moscow, St. Petersburg or Volgograd.

For those who want to teach Russian, there is a short and complete course on the methodology of teaching Russian as a foreign language. Upon completion of the courses, certificates are issued in two languages, making it possible to teach in private institutions.

It is hard without knowing the language in a foreign land: all travelers, labor migrants and students from other countries know this. Elementary communication skills or in-depth knowledge for studying a profession - foreign citizens have different goals in learning a language. And for each specific request, you can find your own Russian language courses for foreigners in any corner of Russia. How to choose and where to go, let's try to figure it out.

Training system: towards foreigners

The Russian education system is open to foreign citizens, thanks to which the children of migrants can easily master the Russian language. If you have registration and documents confirming your legal stay in Russia, little Ukrainians, Uzbeks or Tajiks are easily taken to local kindergartens and schools. Education in subjects, including Russian language lessons, for children of foreigners takes place in mixed classes. In such classes, the study of spoken Russian is relatively easy, since, communicating with peers, migrant students quickly acquire oral speech.

Vocational schools and colleges, as well as a higher school are ready to train foreign citizens. All conditions are created for a comfortable stay of "non-local" students, including teaching the national language.

And if you don't learn Russian ...

For some foreign citizens, it seems like a waste of time to learn Russian, including cramming the endings of all cases and numbers. Is the Russian language so important for Uzbeks, Kazakhs or Tajiks, if they have their own diasporas in Russia where they can communicate? And if, at the same time, a labor migrant does work that is not related to communication, and only works for a few months a year, the process of obtaining a certificate of knowledge of Russian seems completely redundant.

However, for people who plan to connect their lives with Russia (even for a seemingly short period of time), it is necessary to take into account the prospects that knowledge of the national language gives.

Proficiency in the state language opens up opportunities for migrants:

• employment in higher paid positions;
• gaining new knowledge and orientation in the peculiarities of the profession;
• easy communication outside of work (in shops, metro, with neighbors, etc.);
• finding new friends;
• studying local traditions, visiting cultural institutions, etc .;
• reading books and watching movies;
• communication with Belarusians, Ukrainians, Latvians, Lithuanians and representatives of other nationalities who have similar languages.

We see that the language skill allows you not only to improve in the profession, but to expand your horizons and develop in other areas, not limited to work only.

For those who plan to settle in Russia for a long time (to obtain citizenship), state testing for knowledge of the language, history and legislation of the country is provided. Such a foreigner is faced with the task of finding good courses in Russian.

Where can I get training?

Which courses to take is a frequent question for foreigners who want to learn Russian.

There are actually many training options:

• preparatory departments in Russian universities;
• Russian language courses at universities;
• summer language schools;
• specialized schools for learning languages ​​(for example, the “Dialogue” school of foreign languages).

Let's consider some options in more detail.

Preparatory departments of Russian universities

Many educational institutions of higher education provide an opportunity for foreigners who do not know the language to enter the preparatory department. First of all, young people who plan to get a profession in state higher educational institutions of the Russian Federation have chances to take such courses.

The training program lasts 1 year. During this time, students study Russian (from 4 to 6 hours a day), as well as additional subjects (mathematics, physics - depending on the chosen profile).

It is interesting that general education subjects are taught first in the native language of the migrant (at least for the British), and then gradually switch to Russian.

What does a foreign citizen need to know if he plans to choose this option for studying Russian? You will need to pay for the preparatory year only if the student does not pass the government quota (state scholarship for the study of foreigners). In addition, training can be completed at one university, and then study a specialty at another.

There are similar preparatory courses in many Russian universities, including:

• Higher School of Economics (HSE);
• Moscow State University (MSU) named after M.V. Lomonosov;
• Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN);
• Siberian Federal University (SFU);
• Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU);
• Saint Petersburg State University (SPbSU);
• Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU);
• St. Petersburg National Research University of Information Technologies, Mechanics and Optics (ITMO);
• St. Petersburg State Electrotechnical University "LETI";
• Kazan Federal University (KFU) and many others.

Specialized courses at Russian universities

To choose a shorter program, you can again contact universities. But it is not to enroll in the preparatory one-year department, but general, for example, or specialized intensives. There are such courses of the Russian language for foreigners at Moscow State University, HSE, TPU, the Institute of the Russian language. A.S. Pushkin, the Institute of the Russian language. V.V. Vinogradov and many other educational institutions.

The advantages of such courses:

• the intensity and duration of language learning varies (from 1-2 weeks to six months) - depending on the student's goals;
• an individual approach in accordance with the level of language proficiency;
• quality, because such courses are usually taught by university professors who specialize in teaching foreigners;
• you can choose a specialization, for example: "Language of the Media", "Russian for Business".

In courses at RUDN University, for example, the emphasis is on everyday communication. Communication with foreign listeners is worked out in such situations as "talking about a profession", "in a cafe", "acquaintance", "in a store", etc.

Russian for the summer

Summer schools for foreign citizens are a popular format for developing communication skills in Russian. Their duration varies from 3 to 8 weeks. The organizers are, again, institutions of higher learning. Such events are held annually, for example, at the Ural Federal University (UrFU), Nizhny Novgorod (UNN) and Novosibirsk (NSU) state universities, as well as at KFU, LETI, TPU, HSE. The last two universities organize language schools in winter as well.

It is interesting that the summer school program for foreigners includes not only language learning, but also an educational and entertainment part: visiting excursions, sightseeing in the city, participating in sports and concert events, organizing various types of leisure activities (for example, in nature).

Information about such schools, their duration, cost, format, conditions of participation and educational program are usually posted by educational institutions on their electronic resources.

Types and levels of language training

Taking into account the state requirements for the knowledge of the Russian language by foreigners and the demand for such services, a system of training has developed in Russia for various requests: from courses that offer to study an initial course of Russian grammar for foreigners, to specialized practices for a comprehensive mastery of language norms in a specific area.

Today, every foreign citizen can choose a program for himself, depending on his level of proficiency in Russian and, accordingly, the individual goals of learning the language.

Russian from scratch

Guests of the Russian Federation, who do not know or understand a single Russian word at all, choose the entry level. Here you get to know the norms of speech, basic words and expressions that will come in handy in the daily life of a foreigner in Russia.

There is an opportunity for foreigners to start learning Russian from scratch at home. So, the training of citizens of other countries in the state language of the Russian Federation on their own territory is carried out:

• RCSC - Russian centers of science and culture, which operate in more than 50 countries around the world. Their language courses are attended annually by almost 20 thousand students, including both ordinary tourists and civil servants or employees of large corporations who need language for work;
• foreign universities - at specialized departments (faculties). Russian language teachers give Russian language lessons for beginners not only to students, but also to everyone. The only feature is on a paid basis (the cost can be found in the departments). Such electives are, for example, in such universities: Berlin University. Humboldt (Germany), King's College London (England), Boston University (USA) and many others;
• Russian charitable foundation “Russkiy Mir” - there are educational centers of this organization in many countries, citizens of which can, for a fee or for free, attend Russian language lessons for foreigners, the elementary level of which will be accessible even to the uninitiated. On the foundation's website, you can always find up-to-date information on a specific country.

If you need to quickly

In the life of foreign citizens, there are situations that require a quick mastery of the Russian language. For example, if a long-term business trip to the Russian Federation is foreseen or if you plan to stay at a foreign university under an exchange program. In this case, an intensive language course is required. Such educational modules are provided by the same institutions as the basic course, however, priority is given to individual programs instead of group programs, as well as a more intensive workload per unit of time (for example, 5-6 hours per week instead of 2-3, as in the basic one).

Communication courses

Foreign tourists or guests of our country who are planning a short-term stay in the Russian Federation do not need to delve into all the subtleties of the language and study, for example, professional vocabulary. For such categories of foreigners, a conversational Russian language course is provided, which involves the development of communication skills in everyday situations: on the street, in a store, the subway, at home, etc. Basic words and expressions are studied here in order to be understood by the local population: how to get to certain attractions, choose a product in a supermarket or buy a ticket in transport.

Courses for training in educational institutions of Russia

The situation is a little different with citizens who plan to receive education in Russian educational institutions. Here, in addition to general language skills, you need to navigate in the terminology of your profession, be able to find and process the necessary information and communicate on an equal footing with teachers and peers. Misunderstanding in such a situation is fraught with gaps in professional knowledge. Therefore, preparatory faculties are organized at many universities, where the Russian language is taught for a whole year for foreign students who plan to get a profession in the Russian Federation.

Remotely (via the Internet)

In the age of the Internet, distance learning is a popular format for learning a language (any - not only Russian).

The main advantages of online learning are:

• comfort - after all, you can listen to information in a convenient place and at a convenient time, even hours of live communication with the teacher are agreed in advance;
• savings - distance courses are often cheaper than traditional classes, in addition, there is no need to spend money on travel, accommodation, etc.;
• individual approach - remote courses, especially the option of personal training, allow all the allotted time to communicate with a teacher who is a native speaker. Often such courses are taught by native speakers who live in the Russian Federation, which means that communication with them is an opportunity for live communication.

This option is not suitable for people with low motivation, there will be a lot of independent work. It is also not suitable for young people who are eager to feel the atmosphere of student life.

Courses for those wishing to obtain a temporary residence permit / residence permit / citizenship

Another common language training program is courses for obtaining a temporary residence permit, residence permit or citizenship. After all, a certificate in the Russian language is included in the mandatory list of documents submitted to the migration authorities for registration of these statuses.

The modules of such courses are completely "sharpened" for the upcoming testing and include only the information necessary for it.

Geography of language courses on the territory of the Russian Federation

You can find language courses today in almost any city in the country. Here are some vivid examples of the activity of regional educational institutions in the provision of educational services to foreigners.

You can take a Russian language course for foreigners in Samara, for example, both in state educational institutions (the Center for Language Training of the Samara State Economic University) and in private (the linguistic club "I am a polyglot", schools "Okay", "Dialogue" and " Language Link "). The cost of training by level of training - elementary, basic, general, conversational - varies between 20-22 thousand rubles.

A wide selection of training programs is offered by the Udmurt State University in Izhevsk. In addition to the summer school, there is a preparatory course for admission to a university, courses for beginners and advanced, a basic course, as well as individual lessons. Interestingly, students from partner universities of UdSU, as well as participants in the Erasmus Mundus programs, can study Russian at the university for free.

Separately, it should be said about Voronezh. Here, on a permanent basis, there are courses of the Russian language for foreigners at the Voronezh State University (Voronezh State University).

In addition, active educational activities in this direction are also carried out abroad: Russian language centers have been opened in Spain, France, and Germany.

Courses in Moscow

Of course, a large number of proposals for the study of the "great mighty", taking into account the annual influx of migrants from various countries of the world, is observed in the capital. You can take Russian language courses for foreigners in Moscow at large higher educational institutions (RUDN, Moscow State University, etc.) in a variety of formats (in person or remotely).

Both public and private educational institutions offer to choose an individual training program. The only point is that Moscow education, like everyday expenses in the capital, will be significantly higher compared to the services offered in the regions.

A wide range of language programs is also present in St. Petersburg. Russian language courses for foreigners at St. Petersburg State University are in great demand among citizens of China, South Korea, Japan, Finland, Italy, Great Britain, the USA and other countries.

The Center for Additional Educational Programs of St. Petersburg State University in Russian as a Foreign Language "Institute of Russian Language and Culture" offers programs for citizens who:

• want to learn a language;
• want to teach a language (professional retraining program Teaching Russian as a Foreign Language).

There is also a system of private educational institutions that help foreigners to learn Russian. An example would be the schools "Leader", "IQ Consultancy", "Terra school" and others.

You can also take Russian language courses for foreigners in St. Petersburg for free. To do this, you should, for example, compete for a government quota or choose the option of free distance learning courses.

Cost of education

Foreigners have to pay for learning Russian, both in Russia and abroad.

The cost of a language course at the university depends on the format of the study. For example, at the Russian Language Center at Moscow State University, you will have to pay 200 euros for 20 academic hours of group training. One hour of one-to-one tuition costs 20 euros and one hour online - 16 euros.

Private schools in St. Petersburg for 1 hour of individual lessons take 750 rubles and 500 rubles - from a student in a mini-group (2 people). Almost the same (800 rubles per hour) will cost individual lessons with a tutor.

What will help you save:

• payment for the entire course in full, and not in parts (many courses give discounts from 5 to 10%);
• choice of regional universities and courses (metropolitan education is expensive);
• distance learning format - at least partially (savings on travel, accommodation and other costs).

Free education

Students who enter Russian universities according to the quota of the Government of the Russian Federation have the right to study the language free of charge (the preparatory faculty is also included in the privilege).

The Russian World Charitable Foundation also sometimes finances language courses in parallel with paid education. To get into such a program, you need to follow the information resources of institutions that provide educational services.

Many distance courses are also offered free of charge. For example, to study language modules without paying a penny, you can:

• on the website "Education in Russian";
• on the interactive program "Time to speak Russian";
• at the open online courses of the Russian language at St. Petersburg State University.

Discipline and self-motivation are important here, because most of the topics will have to be studied independently. If you need a curator, it's logical to choose a paid option.

Duration of training

Many foreigners studying Russian say that it is, in principle, impossible to learn it. Nevertheless, a responsible approach and a professional teacher can give a person the necessary language basis for his situation.

The duration of the courses that are available today varies depending on the goals of the students and their level of training.

One year is allotted for professional language learning by prospective students; 8-10 lessons are enough for tourists to master basic spoken structures.

If possible, it is better, of course, to choose groups with a large number of classes per week (3-5), because only constant communication gives results.

It is believed that it takes 80-120 academic hours to improve your level of language proficiency.

An advantage for those who study the language in Russia is also extracurricular communication on the street, at home with host families and in other everyday situations.

Resolving the issue of housing during the course

The issue of accommodation while studying on courses is the most relevant for foreigners. It is worth knowing here that in many cases the host helps to solve it. Thus, students of preparatory faculties have the right to live in university dormitories. And the same Moscow State University, for an additional fee, solves problems with the placement of students (in hostels, hotels or host families), meeting at the airport, organizing leisure activities.

A foreigner should clarify such questions with the course managers. If such services are not provided, you can always rent a house yourself.

How is the course enrolled?

Before going to language courses, you should decide on your goals and the level of knowledge of the Russian language that you already have. Then you can start choosing a program that meets your requirements and capabilities (primarily financial).

Information on the conditions for enrollment in courses can be obtained directly from educational institutions. The requirements are mostly standard: legal stay in the Russian Federation, mandatory registration. After filling out a small questionnaire and submitting documents, a foreigner is enrolled in a group according to his level (if group lessons) or the time of individual lessons is determined.

Outcomes

Learning any language is not easy, and Russian is no exception. However, motivation and self-discipline, as well as professional teachers and constant language practice, are what helps to achieve the goal, even for students with no proficiency level. The modern system of teaching foreigners the Russian language gives everyone the opportunity to master and acquire language competencies, as well as to become familiar with Russian culture and traditions.

Education for foreigners in Russia: Video

Courses of Russian as a foreign language via Skype - what you need!

At all times, the Russian language has enjoyed immense popularity among foreigners. Russian speech is distinguished by its sophistication and richness of speech turns. It should also be said that learning Russian is quite difficult due to the large number of rules and other nuances.

But, despite this, every year there are more and more people wishing to master the Russian language. And there are various reasons for this: getting an education, employment, moving to permanent residence, setting up a business with partners from Russia, tourism, etc.

Moreover, recently more and more foreigners choose for themselves Russian language courses on Skype. In this class format, the teaching process is carried out over the Internet using Skype and an interactive whiteboard.

To learn more about the methodology of teaching a foreigner the Russian language, visit Profi-Teacher.RU and many answers to questions will immediately become clear.

Let's take a look at the main nuances of teaching Russian to a foreigner

In order to teach a foreigner the Russian language, a tutor must be guided by some rules. The first of these is an individual approach. You must understand that the subject you are teaching is new to a person and initially it will be extremely difficult for him. That is why the first lessons are best done individually. Over time, when your student gets used to it a little and begins to understand Russian speech, you can move on to group lessons. For best results, lessons should be held at least three times a week;

• As mentioned above, it is extremely difficult to learn Russian. That is why the training program should include three points: the ability to speak Russian, the study of rules, the application of knowledge in practice;
• In order for your student to be able to read and write in Russian later, he must, of course, learn the letters. Start your learning process by learning the alphabet. After the student remembers and learns all the letters, you can start reading. As a workout, you can hang sheets of paper all over the apartment, with letters written on them. A person will involuntarily read the letters and thereby memorize them faster;
• In the learning process, the following sections must be present: phonetics, vocabulary, grammar and speech development. Emphasize each section. Pay special attention to the development of speech;
• Explain to a foreigner that the Russian language is rich in words that have several meanings. The student must understand that it is necessary not only to learn the rules and be guided by them, but also to perceive the Russian language as a means of communication;
• You must understand that foreign citizens perceive Russian speech a little differently. That is why some of the lessons must be structured with specific specifics. Well, for example, the topic "Types of verbs" in a foreign textbook is significantly different in its structure than in the literature for schoolchildren from Russia. In the first version, there is a list of all the rules related to the perfect and imperfect verbs;
• Try to speak with the student exclusively in Russian. This way he will get used to the sound of Russian words faster and remember them faster. Use the student's native language only in the most extreme cases, for example, when you need to explain something;
• Your student must use Russian in all aspects of his life. Offer him a joint viewing of a film in Russian or listening to an audio recording;
• Talk to your Russian-speaking friends and ask them to chat with your student. The more a person speaks Russian, the faster he will learn it;
• It is very important at the initial stage to identify the level of language proficiency. Perhaps a person can understand what they are talking about, but at the same time he is unable to correctly compose a sentence for an answer. In this case, an individual program is required;
• Play classes. So it will be much easier for the student to assimilate the material covered and the training will not look intrusive and monotonous. Show interesting videos and films.

Many foreign citizens invariably face the problem of misunderstanding of speech when they come to Moscow to study, work or simply live for a long period of time. The Russian language can easily scare you with its complexity, the abundance of all sorts of nuances and features that even native speakers cannot always cope with. But don't worry, as teaching Russian as a foreign language is offered by many language schools and centers in Moscow. The students are offered the experience and professionalism of highly qualified teachers who will help them quickly master the most important topics.

Our portal contains the most relevant and useful information about Russian as a foreign language courses in Moscow: phone numbers and addresses of schools, the cost of the proposed programs, reviews of students who have already completed or completed their studies.

How to choose Russian language courses for foreigners?

Well-chosen activities will help you quickly learn to speak Russian on basic topics. The Russian language for foreign citizens may seem very difficult, so the teacher's approach and his choice of textbook are very important. Ideally, all materials should be presented in an easy and interesting way, thanks to which they are better absorbed and remembered. The presence of practical classes on the development and improvement of the skills of understanding speaking and working out their own knowledge will be a big plus for the courses. In the learning process, teachers can use music, films and books in Russian, which will allow them to more fully immerse themselves in the culture of the country and cover a variety of aspects of its life.

The basic course of the Russian language for foreign students, migrants and other students involves mastering the most relevant topics for communication, studying the basics of grammar and vocabulary. The use of a communicative teaching methodology allows teachers to quickly provide students with the basic skills necessary for communication. Studying Russian as a foreign language in groups, students quickly overcome the language barrier, correct existing mistakes in speech.

During the study of the initial course of the Russian language, students go through the basics of grammar, special phonetic and conversational programs. Working through the knowledge gained in the process of communicating with the teacher, and playing with situations from everyday life in a group, they quickly develop language skills.

An intensive course of the Russian language, focused on the fastest mastering of the information that is most painful from a practical point of view, will also be useful. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to communicate on topics that are necessary in real life. Such an express course of the Russian language does not take much time, but it allows you to find a common language with the residents of the city immediately after its completion.

Features of teaching Russian as a foreign language

Training can only be carried out by qualified teachers who know how to properly present the features of the Russian language to foreigners. When choosing a language school, you can ask about the availability of scientific publications from teachers, their diplomas for achievements in the professional field, and, of course, study the reviews left by their students on our portal about the courses they have already taken.

For a comfortable stay in the country, it is advisable for foreigners to master the basic levels:

• General conversational course A1 - upon completion, students know the basic grammatical constructions of the Russian language and are able to clearly, albeit simply, express their thoughts. All the main topics are worked out in communication with the rest of the audience.
• General conversational course A2 - more deeply systematizes the existing knowledge, filling in possible gaps. After completing the course, students use grammatical constructions correctly, building sentences with almost no mistakes.

This allows you to immerse yourself in the language environment to a sufficient level in order to continue independent improvement of existing knowledge.