Language of instruction: English. Survey of contemporary Russia that explores the social, cultural and economic factors shaping its domestic politics and foreign policy. Analyses Russia’s transformation after the collapse of the Soviet Union, citizenship and social agency, Russian identity formation in a multi-ethnic and multi-confessional state, and Russia’s complex relationships with its neighbours and former Cold War foes. Students may not hold credit for both RUSN 3630 and POLS 3630 [3 credits]
Language of instruction: English. Survey of contemporary Russia that explores the social, cultural and economic factors shaping its domestic politics and foreign policy. Analyses Russia’s transformation after the collapse of the Soviet Union, citizenship and social agency, Russian identity formation in a multi-ethnic and multi-confessional state, and Russia’s complex relationships with its neighbours and former Cold War foes. Students may not hold credit for both RUSN 3630 and POLS 3630 [3 credits]
