Russian Language Summer School begins at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno

From August 3 to 22, 2026, the Russian Language Summer School is being held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. The project gives participants the opportunity to combine language learning with a comprehensive introduction to modern Belarus, its history, culture and national traditions. The educational programme is designed for both beginners and students wishing to improve their language proficiency.

This year, the participants include representatives from Xinjiang Normal University (China) and Germany. Traditionally, the Summer School is held on the basis of the Faculty of Philology of YKSUG by the Department of Russian Philology.

The school's programme is very rich. It includes daily four-hour Russian language classes (a total of 60 academic hours), as well as 10-hour elective courses: "Karaoke in Russian," "Linguistic and Cultural Studies," and "Business Russian." As part of the training, lectures on the history and culture of Belarus, daily language practice with Belarusian students, as well as cooking and national souvenir-making workshops are organized for participants. In addition, students will enjoy excursions around Grodno, the Grodno region, and other sights of the country. Upon completion of the course, all participants will receive certificates.

The project has been confirming its relevance for several years. It contributes to strengthening international educational ties, promoting the Russian language and Belarusian culture abroad, as well as developing academic mobility and intercultural dialogue.