{"id":7016,"date":"2015-10-19T11:06:59","date_gmt":"2015-10-19T15:06:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/?page_id=7016"},"modified":"2026-09-29T12:44:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T16:44:17","slug":"ba-eurus","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/undergraduate-program\/ba-eurus\/","title":{"rendered":"BA in European and Russian Studies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"w-screen px-6 cu-section cu-section--white ml-offset-center md:px-8 lg:px-14\">\n    <div class=\"space-y-6 cu-max-w-child-5xl  md:space-y-10 cu-prose-first-last\">\n\n            <div class=\"cu-textmedia flex flex-col lg:flex-row mx-auto gap-6 md:gap-10 my-6 md:my-12 first:mt-0 max-w-5xl\">\n        <div class=\"justify-start cu-textmedia-content cu-prose-first-last\" style=\"flex: 0 0 100%;\">\n            <header class=\"font-light prose-xl cu-pageheader md:prose-2xl cu-component-updated cu-prose-first-last\">\n                                    <h1 class=\"cu-prose-first-last font-semibold !mt-2 mb-4 md:mb-6 relative after:absolute after:h-px after:bottom-0 after:bg-cu-red after:left-px text-3xl md:text-4xl lg:text-5xl lg:leading-[3.5rem] pb-5 after:w-10 text-cu-black-700 not-prose\">\n                        BA in European and Russian Studies\n                    <\/h1>\n                \n                                \n                            <\/header>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/06\/IMG_3558-512x384.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15919\" role=\"none\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/06\/IMG_3558-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/06\/IMG_3558-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/06\/IMG_3558-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/06\/IMG_3558-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/06\/IMG_3558-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/06\/IMG_3558-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in European, Russian and Eurasian Studies<\/strong> at Carleton University offers a <strong>comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach<\/strong> to the study of Europe, Russia and Eurasia. Students at EURUS can build a program according to their specific interests, combining subjects such as <strong>history, politics, economics, international affairs, language and culture<\/strong>. You will examine issues such as international security, nationalism and ethnic conflict, crime and corruption, the effects of globalization, migration and multiculturalism, environmental and social policy, democratization and civil society, collective memory and national identity, market reform, and European integration. In your third or fourth year you may choose to take part in an <strong>academic exchange<\/strong> in a European country, in Eurasia and\/or to pursue <strong>co-op employment<\/strong>. In addition to the core academic program, the Institute hosts several special lectures by high-profile experts, foreign visitors and embassy personnel throughout the year. An internship program is available to qualified fourth-year students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/07\/EURUS-Richcraft-Hall-512x384.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16660\" role=\"none\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/07\/EURUS-Richcraft-Hall-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/07\/EURUS-Richcraft-Hall-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/07\/EURUS-Richcraft-Hall-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/07\/EURUS-Richcraft-Hall-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/07\/EURUS-Richcraft-Hall-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2026\/07\/EURUS-Richcraft-Hall-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Institute of European, Russian and Eurasian Studies offers&nbsp;a Bachelor of Arts in European, Russian and Eurasian Studies (EURUS), as well as a Specialization in <a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/bgins\/europe-and-russia-in-the-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Europe and Russia in the World<\/a>&nbsp;within the Bachelor of Global and International Studies (BGInS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These programs allow you to focus on&nbsp;<strong>any part of Europe, Russia or Eurasia<\/strong>&nbsp;while gaining a broader understanding of regional developments and interactions. EURUS courses are taught by a<strong>&nbsp;<a title=\"Faculty and Staff\" href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/faculty-and-staff\/\">team of experts and experienced professionals&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong>from a vast range of&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/areas_of_research\/\">disciplines<\/a>, including&nbsp;<strong>political science, history, and international affairs<\/strong>. Visit our&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/get-to-know-eurus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Get to Know Us<\/a>&nbsp;page for more information on life at EURUS and&nbsp;student testimonials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"combined-degrees-and-minors\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Combined Degrees and Minors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The EURUS degree program can be combined with other BA (Honours) programs. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/polisci\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Political Science<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/law\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Law<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">History<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/journalism\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Journalism<\/a> (for students accepted in this program)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can also be combined with minor programs in other departments, including <a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/slals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">European languages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>EURUS also offers a 4.0 credit minor program in European and Russian Studies<\/strong>. By adding this minor to your program, you can make the strengths of Carleton in the area of European and Russian studies part of your degree. The minor is open to all students who are not already part of other EURUS programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1584\" height=\"396\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11837\" role=\"none\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9.png 1584w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9-160x40.png 160w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9-240x60.png 240w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9-768x192.png 768w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9-400x100.png 400w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9-1536x384.png 1536w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/2-9-360x90.png 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1584px) 100vw, 1584px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The degree requires 20.0 credits, usually completed over 4 years of full-time study. EURUS also offers a concentration in &#8220;Europe and Russia in the World&#8221; through the BGInS program. For more information click <a href=\"http:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/bachelor-global-international-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Required credits for the program include courses in European and Russian Studies, History, Political Science, Economics, as well as Culture &amp; Literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more about the courses offered and the program breakdown by year check out the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.carleton.ca\/undergrad\/undergradprograms\/europeanandrussianstudies\/\">Undergraduate Calendar<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"language-requirements\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Language Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All candidates in the European and Russian Studies B.A., B.A. Honours and B.A. Combined Honours programs are required to demonstrate proficiency in a major regional language. &nbsp;Language proficiency is defined as the completion of an intermediate level of university language instruction (two years, 2.0 Carleton credits).&nbsp; Students who wish to count a relevant regional language that is not taught at Carleton should consult with and request approval from the Undergraduate Supervisor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To fulfill the degree requirements, you will need to demonstrate proficiency in a European language other than English. You may select one of the following languages: French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, or Polish.&nbsp;The language you choose depends on your geographical area of interest. The language requirement can be met by passing a language examination or by completing a specified third-year language course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more check out the Language Requirements section of the Undergraduate Calendar above!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1584\" height=\"396\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11836\" role=\"none\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7.png 1584w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7-160x40.png 160w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7-240x60.png 240w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7-768x192.png 768w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7-400x100.png 400w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7-1536x384.png 1536w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/186\/1-7-360x90.png 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1584px) 100vw, 1584px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"student-opportunities-at-eurus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Opportunities at EURUS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The EURUS BA program offers you many options to gain valuable international and professional experience. You can take courses abroad or participate on an exchange. Students also have access to Co-Op and internship opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"w-screen px-6 cu-section cu-section--white ml-offset-center md:px-8 lg:px-14\">\n    <div class=\"space-y-6 cu-max-w-child-5xl  md:space-y-10 cu-prose-first-last\">\n\n                \n        <div class=\"cu-column cu-component not-contained mx-auto grid max-w-5xl md:grid-cols-3 gap-6 md:gap-10\">\n            \n\n    <div class=\"not-prose cu-card rounded-lg @container md:max-w-xl flex flex-col gap-3 bg-white shadow-lg shadow-cu-black-100 group duration-300 ease-in hover:scale-[1.02] hover:shadow-cu-black-200\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/eurus\/student-experience\/\">\n            \n            \n                <header class=\"flex flex-col gap-3  px-6 first:mt-6\">\n                \n        \n    \n    <h2 class=\"line-clamp-3 text-lg font-semibold text-cu-black @sm:md:text-xl leading-6 @sm:md:leading-8\">\n                    Student Experience\n            <\/h2>\n\n   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Explore the FGPA Passport that shows the career paths of FGPA alumni.\n                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        \n                                \n            <footer class=\"px-6 pt-3 mt-auto text-white md:pt-5\">\n                <a  href=\"https:\/\/fpgapassport.ca\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--red cu-button--small\">\n                    More info\n                <\/a>\n            <\/footer>\n            <\/div>\n    \n\n\n<div class=\"not-prose cu-card rounded-lg @container md:max-w-xl flex flex-col gap-3 bg-white shadow-lg shadow-cu-black-100   \">\n    \n                        <header class=\"flex flex-col gap-3  px-6 first:mt-6\">\n                \n        \n    \n    <h2 class=\"line-clamp-3 text-lg font-semibold text-cu-black @sm:md:text-xl leading-6 @sm:md:leading-8\">\n                    Study Abroad on an International Exchange\n            <\/h2>\n\n            <\/header>\n\n        \n                    <div class=\"flex flex-col px-6\">\n                <p class=\"text-base text-cu-black-700\">\n                    Thinking about stunting for a semester or year abroad? 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