Russian Language Courses
Students / Trainees
Foreign citizens who have the elementary level Russian А1.
Duration of the course
4 weeks.
Amount of training
16 hours of face-to-face learning
8 hours of independent work.
Schedule of training
According to the formation of the group.
Period of training
Students are enrolled in groups throughout the calendar year.
Mode of study
Full-time: classes in classrooms or online on the pruff.me platform.
Issued document
Standard certificate of Derzhavin Tambov State University.
Brief description of the course
The program is intended for foreign students who do not speak Russian or have an elementary level. The program develops oral language skills in everyday communication situations. A communicative methodology, supplemented with elements of intensive training is used in teaching. The main emphasis is made on the development of oral speech. Classes are held twice a week. Training is possible both in full-time and remote format. The program is based on most recent textbooks and teaching aids on Russian as a foreign language, as well as on the developments of the staff of the Department of Russian as a Foreign Language.
Teaching staff of the course
General Information on Teaching Staff
Russian language classes are conducted by qualified TSU professors who have a higher philological education in Russian as a Foreign Language.
Conversational topics
1. Speech etiquette. Phrases that support the learning process.
2. In the university administration. Talking on the phone.
3. At the airport. At the station.
4. In the store. What time is it now?
5. In a restaurant.
6. In a hotel. In a dormitory.
7. City. Streets. Transport.
8. At the clinic.
Benefits of the program
The Department of Russian as a Foreign Language has extensive experience in teaching Russian to international students. The teaching staff of the department are highly qualified specialists who have experience working with students of different nationalities, and are the authors of their own methodological developments and teaching aids. The program is ideal for students who come to Tambov to study and want to quickly start speaking Russian.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of training, you will acquire basic communication skills in Russian, which will help you in the first weeks of life in Russia or on a tourist trip.
Students / Trainees
Foreign citizens who have an elementary level of Russian (А1).
Duration of the course
6 months.
Amount of training
144 hours of face-to-face learning
48 hours of independent work
4 hours final testing
Schedule of training
According to the formation of the group.
Period of training
Students are enrolled in groups throughout the calendar year
Mode of study
Full-time: classes in classrooms or online on the pruff.me platform
Issued document
Standard certificate of Derzhavin Tambov State University
Brief description of the course
The program is designed for foreign students who speak Russian at an elementary level and want to continue studying the Russian language.
The content of the program fully meets the requirements of the state standard for the Russian language at a basic level. A communicative methodology, supplemented with elements of intensive training is used in teaching. In classes, attention is paid to all aspects of language learning, with the main emphasis being on the development of oral communication skills, as well as reading, writing, listening and grammar.
Classes are held three times a week.
Training is possible both in full-time and remote format.
The program is based on most recent textbooks and teaching aids on Russian as a foreign language, as well as on the developments of the staff of the Department of Russian as a Foreign Language.
Training can be continued within the framework of the course “Russian Language. First Level".
Teaching staff of the course
General Information on Teaching Staff
Russian language classes are conducted by qualified TSU professors who have a higher philological education in Russian as a Foreign Language.
Conversational topics
1. Biography. A story about yourself, childhood, work, study.
2. Family.
3. Study and profession.
4. Russia: geography, tourism, culture.
5. Health and sports.
6. Holidays and traditions.
7. Free time, relaxation, hobbies.
Study modules
The course material is divided into three two-month modules, each of which ends with a control test: A1 -1, A1 -2, A1 -3.
Benefits of the program
The Department of Russian as a Foreign Language has extensive experience in teaching Russian to international students. The teaching staff of the department are highly qualified specialists who have experience working with students of different nationalities, and are the authors of their own methodological developments and teaching aids.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, you will improve your communication skills with native Russian speakers, you will be able to read and understand texts that are relevant to the sphere of everyday communication and socio-cultural sphere, write messages of a different nature: congratulations, invitations, etc., and understand Russian speech by ear.
Students / Trainees
Foreign citizens who have a basic level of Russian (А2).
Duration of the course
6 months
Amount of training
144 hours of face-to-face learning
48 hours of independent work
4 hours final testing
Schedule of training
According to the formation of the group.
Period of training
Students are enrolled in groups throughout the calendar year.
Mode of study
Full-time: classes in classrooms or online on the pruff.me platform.
Issued document
Standard certificate of Derzhavin Tambov State University.
Brief description of the course
The program is intended for foreign students who have a basic level of Russian and wish to continue studying the language.
The content of the program fully meets the requirements of the state standard for the Russian language of the first certification level.
Before starting training, the applicants are tested to determine their level of proficiency in Russian.
The program includes preparation for passing the exam for the first certification level (Test in Russian as a Foreign Language-1).
A communicative methodology, supplemented with elements of intensive training is used in teaching. In classes, attention is paid to all aspects of language learning, with the main emphasis being on the development of oral communication skills, as well as reading, writing, listening, and grammar.
Classes are held three times a week.
Training is possible both in full-time and remote format.
The program is based on most recent textbooks and teaching aids on Russian as a foreign language, as well as on the developments of the staff of the Department of Russian as a Foreign Language.
Training can be continued within the framework of the course “Russian Language. Second Certification Level."
Teaching staff of the course
General Information on Teaching Staff
Russian language classes are conducted by qualified TSU professors who have a higher philological education in Russian as a Foreign Language.
Conversational topics
1. Modern family.
2. Geography and culture of Russia.
3. Education in Russia and choice of profession. Life of a student.
4. Character and human psychology.
5. Russian holidays, traditions and customs.
6. Healthy lifestyle and sports.
7. Famous people of Russia.
Study modules
The course material is divided into three two-month modules, each of which ends with a control test: B1 -1, B1 -2, B1 -3.
Benefits of the program
The Department of Russian as a Foreign Language has extensive experience in teaching Russian to international students. The teaching staff of the department are highly qualified specialists who have experience working with students of different nationalities, and are the authors of their own methodological developments and teaching aids.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, you will master the first certification level of the Russian language, which will open up wide opportunities for you - from educational to professional. You will be able to communicate freely with native Russian speakers, understand Russian speech by ear, read and understand authentic texts, including professional ones. All this will give you the opportunity to study at a university in Russia in Russian medium.
Students / Trainees
Foreign citizens who have the level Russian at least В1.
Duration of the course
6 months.
Amount of training
130 hours of face-to-face learning
40 hours of independent work
4 hours final testing
Schedule of training
According to the formation of the group.
Period of training
Students are enrolled in groups throughout the calendar year.
Mode of study
Full-time: classes in classrooms or online on the pruff.me platform.
Issued document
Standard certificate of Derzhavin Tambov State University
Brief description of the course
The program is comprehensive and includes both the development of language skills, legal and cross-cultural knowledge about Russia. It is intended for foreign citizens who have an elementary level of the Russian language.
The program is aimed at teaching foreign citizens the Russian language in order to develop their communication skills in the social and everyday sphere of communication; acquaintance with the history and culture of Russia for social adaptation in the host society; studying the fundamentals of the legislation of the Russian Federation to develop skills in practical application of legislative norms.
The goal of the program is to accelerate the adaptation of foreign citizens to living conditions in the Russian Federation and reduce the risk of conflict situations caused by ineffective language communication and ignorance of the peculiarities of the historical development of Russia and the mentality of the peoples living on its territory.
Teaching staff of the course
General Information on Teaching Staff
Russian language classes are conducted by qualified TSU professors who have a higher philological education in Russian as a Foreign Language.
Study modules
Module 1. Basic Russian language for labor migrants. Russian language basic level (850 words).
Module 2. Basics of legal knowledge.
Module 3. History of Russia.
Module 4. Culture and traditions of the Russian people.
Module 5. Fundamentals of medical knowledge and life safety.
Module 6. Conflicts and ways to overcome them in an intercultural environment.
Benefits of the program
The The Department of Russian as a Foreign Language has extensive experience in teaching Russian to international students. The teaching staff of the department are highly qualified specialists who have experience working with students of different nationalities, and are the authors of their own methodological developments and teaching aids.
Learning outcomes
The program develops students’ vocabulary and grammar of the Russian language, as well as reading and speaking skills in Russian. It will also allow them to satisfy their basic communicative needs using the Russian language in the sphere of everyday communication, socio-cultural, academic and professional spheres of communication. The communicative competence of migrants at this level of the Russian language proficiency provides for the migrant’s successful speech behavior in various communication situations in everyday life and socio-cultural sphere.
Students / Trainees
Foreign citizens who have the level of Russian at least В1.
Duration of the course
6 months.
Amount of training
96 hours of face-to-face learning
48 hours of independent work
4 hours final testing
Schedule of training
According to the formation of the group.
Period of training
Students are enrolled in groups throughout the calendar year.
Mode of study
Full-time: classes in classrooms or online on the pruff.me platform.
Issued document
Standard certificate of Derzhavin Tambov State University
Brief description of the course
The program is intended for foreign citizens who have a high level of Russian and are preparing for an interview to obtain the status of a native Russian speaker.
The program involves studying the modules “History and Culture of Russia”, “Russia and Artistic Culture”.
Classes are held three times a week.
Training is possible both in off line and on line formats.
The program is based on most recent textbooks and teaching aids on Russian as a Foreign Language, as well as on the developments by professors of the Department of Russian as a Foreign Language.
Teaching staff of the course
General Information on Teaching Staff
Russian language classes are conducted by qualified TSU professors who have a higher philological education in Russian as a Foreign Language.
Study modules
Module 1. Russian History and Culture.
Specific features of the natural and geographical position of Russia. National and confessional composition of the Russian Federation. State symbols of the Russian Federation. Administrative and territorial structure of the Russian Federation. Cultural heritage of the Russian Federation.
Module 2. Russian Language and Artistic Culture.
Correcting knowledge about the case system of the Russian language. Short adjectives. Aspectual tense system of the verb. Participles. Adverbial participles. Russian literature of the 18th century. Russian literature of the 19th century. (Pushkin, Tolstoy, Dostoevsky). Stories by A.P. Chekhov.
Benefits of the program
The Department of Russian as a Foreign Language has extensive experience in teaching Russian to international students. The teaching staff of the department are highly qualified specialists who have experience working with students of different nationalities, and are the authors of their own methodological developments and teaching aids.
Learning outcomes
The program is aimed at systematizing students’ knowledge of Russian spelling, punctuation, grammar, style, improvement and consolidation of oral and written communication skills in accordance with the criteria of the exam for obtaining the status of native Russian speaker. Study of materials presented in the program, will help you get acquainted with the characteristics of the socio-cultural and political life of the Russian Federation, prepare to conduct a dialogue in Russian during the exam.
