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Module Title
LH Geographies of Russia in a Regional and Global Context
School
School of Geog Earth & Env Sci
Department
Geography
Module Code
03 36268
Module Lead
Paul Richardson
Level
Honours Level
Credits
20
Semester
Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
None
Exclusions
Description
This module introduces students to the political, economic, and social geography of Russia. It includes a focus on Russia’s national identity, issues of migration, the impacts on society of economic transformation, the legacies of the Soviet past, marginalisation, and the exercise of political control over space. The module will consolidate and develop theoretical themes introduced in Years 1 and 2 concerning political and socio-economic geography. These will be related case-studies that are drawn from the lecturers’ own research on Russia. The programme aims to combine concepts with real-world examples. It seeks to overcome prevailing stereotypes on a country that is often misunderstood and misrepresented in the West. Students will also be encouraged to keep in mind the policy relevance of their learning.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Critically evaluate Russia’s socio-economic and political transition
Apply theoretical concepts in social, political and economic geography to Russia
Articulate key debates and issues in contemporary Russian society and politics
Demonstrate knowledge of Russia’s relationship with its neighbouring region and the wider world