Bachelor
2025/2026
Basics of Professional Practice: Language, Culture, Communication
Type:
Compulsory course (Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communication)
Delivered by:
School of Foreign Languages
When:
2 year, 1, 2 module
Open to:
students of one campus
Language:
English
Contact hours:
30
Course Syllabus
Abstract
This course provides a comprehensive overview of key areas within linguistics, including language teaching, translation, intercultural communication, digital communications, and Russian as a foreign language. Students will explore foundational theories and concepts that underpin these fields, examining their practical applications and relevance in various professional contexts. Through a combination of theoretical discussions and practical case studies, the course will highlight the interconnections between language and its applications in real-world scenarios. Students will understand how current technologies shape language use and communication, and study their applications in the aforementioned fields. The course will equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the diverse landscape of language-related professions in an increasingly interconnected world.
Learning Objectives
- Introduce students to the core theories, tools, and career pathways in linguistics as applied in the fields of teaching, translation and communication
- Enable students to identify intersections and differences between specialisations
- Equip students with practical insights to choose a track aligned with their interests and career aspirations
Expected Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to list and explain the key concepts and theories in the specific fields
- Students will be able to apply the concepts and theories to professional situations and cases
- Students will become aware of possible career opportunities and relevant job requirements
Assessment Elements
- Test: Intercultural Corporate Communication
- Test: Language Teaching
- Test: Digital Communications
- Test: Translation and Interpretation
- Test: Russian as a Foreign Language
Interim Assessment
- 2025/2026 2nd module0.2 * Test: Digital Communications + 0.2 * Test: Intercultural Corporate Communication + 0.2 * Test: Language Teaching + 0.2 * Test: Russian as a Foreign Language + 0.2 * Test: Translation and Interpretation
Bibliography
Recommended Core Bibliography
- Andrews, E., & Maksimova, E. (2009). Russian Translation : Theory and Practice. London: Routledge. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=290303
- Croucher, S. M. (2016). Understanding Communication Theory : A Beginner’s Guide. New York: Routledge. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=1055331
- Holliday, A., Hyde, M., & Kullman, J. (2017). Intercultural Communication : An Advanced Resource Book for Students (Vol. Third edition). Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=1424446
- Keating, G. D. (2016). Second Language Acquisition: The Basics. New York: Routledge. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=1067690
Recommended Additional Bibliography
- Elena V Kozhevnikova, Victoria V Vyazovskaya, & Margarita E Trubchaninova. (2019). Russian as a foreign language textbook: at the crossroads of ways, opinions and interests. Russian Language Studies, (1), 42. https://doi.org/10.22363/2618-8163-2019-17-1-42-62
- Pym, A. (2014). Exploring Translation Theories (Vol. Second Edition). Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=686307