Master’s degree program

Intercultural communication and methods of teaching foreign languages

School of World Economy and International Relations
Outcome (diploma/credits)

Master of Linguistics

Language of study

Russian

Application deadline

20 August 2026

Duration, Format, Tuition Fees
2 yearsFull-time195 000 ₽
Intercultural communication and methods of teaching foreign languages

The purpose of the program is to train linguists, researchers and teachers of foreign languages that are competent in cross-cultural communication, modern teaching techniques and conceptions, and possess knowledge of the contemporary language science paradigm and skills in cognitive and research work.

Our advantages
  • focus on advanced study of two foreign languages (English and German/French),
  • building skills for teaching foreign languages, using both traditional and modern teaching methods;
  • guidance provided by leading researchers in the field of theoretical and applied linguistics;
  • opportunity to take a postgraduate course in this field;
  • Cross-Cultural Communication Practical Course (1st Foreign Language);
  • Cross-Cultural Communication Practical Course (2nd Foreign Language);
  • Language and Culture;
  • Contemporary Linguistics and History of Linguistic Studies;
  • Language Pedagogy;
  • Pedagogy and Psychology of Higher Education;
  • Grammar Pedagogy (1st Foreign Language);
  • Grammar Pedagogy (2nd Foreign Language);
  • 1st Foreign Language Pedagogy Practical Course;
  • 2nd Foreign Language Pedagogy Practical Course;
  • Modern Information Technology in Linguistics.

A Master's degree in linguistics is a great advantage for those who want to work in educational institutions of all levels (from language schools to high schools), cross-cultural communication (tourism, international cultural events, etc.), and in scientific institutions.

Program Academic Supervisor

Anna M. Litovkina

PhD of Philology, Associate Professor

Acting Director of the School of Management and Finance

Department of Finance and Financial Institutions Head

+7 (3952) 500-008 ext. 745

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