Russian Studies This programme gives you a rich and thorough command and appreciation of Russian language, literature, and culture. In addition to acquiring solid language skills, you will study Russian literature, film and media, Russian language culture, and the country's cultural and political history. You will be taught by world-leading research academics. Spanish Studying Spanish encompasses the study not only of the language but also of Hispanic culture and history. Our resources and our expertise will give you privileged access to all major areas of Hispanic language and culture, from Catalonia to Argentina and from Latin American indigenous film-making to Castilian ballads. Hispanic Studies provides you with communication and analytical skills that are valued by a variety of employers. Some of our graduates choose to apply the languages they have learned for teaching, translation or research; more of them apply their skills to journalism, the civil service, business management, publishing, or law (after completing further qualifications), or indeed any career that requires disciplined and imaginative thinking.