Social sciences – bachelor and specialist programs
37.03.02 Conflict Studies – Negotiation and Mediation (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications)
| Name | 37.03.02 Conflict Studies – Negotiation and Mediation (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications) |
| Level | Bachelor |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan, Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications |
| Description of program, major programs | The program is of an applied nature. Students acquire skills in organizing and conducting negotiations and mediation on various topics, conducting conflict counseling, and conducting research and analysis of conflicts in various areas. Specialization disciplines: Peace Building Technology Political Conflict Studies Conflict studies in international relations Ethnic conflict studies Virtual conflicts in the internet space Technology of conflict resolution Basics of mediation and conflict management in school Basics of negotiation and mediation Conflict Studies in Law Social Partnership Applied conflict research methods and techniques Conflict Counseling Family conflicts Subcultures and conflicts in young environment Procedure and documentation of classical mediation Procedure and documentation of restorative mediation |
| Career prospects | project manager of the marketing service recruiter conflict manager |
41.03.04 Political Science – Comparative Political Studies / Political Regional Science and Ethnic Politics (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications)
| Name | 41.03.04 Political Science – Comparative Political Studies / Political Regional Science and Ethnic Politics (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications) |
| Level | Bachelor degree |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan, The Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications |
| Description, major courses | The main objective of the program is to train analysts, researchers and experts in political relations, capable of applying fundamental and practical knowledge in political expertise and consulting and making a successful career in state and non-state institutions. The list of the main courses of the specialization: Introduction to Political Theory Comparative Political Science Political Parties and Party Systems Russian Politics Political Management Political Regional Science World Politics and International Relations Constitutional Law of the Russian Federation Comparative Constitutional Law of Foreign Countries Comparative Federalism |
| Career prospects | Public Official, Political Analyst, Diplomatic Official, Political Consultant, Political Strategist, Political Manager, PR-manager, Political Journalist, Political Researcher, University Teacher |
39.03.01 Sociology – Social Theory and Applied Social Knowledge (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications)
| Name | 39.03.01 Sociology – Social Theory and Applied Social Knowledge (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications) |
| Level | Bachelor’s degree |
| Duration | 4 year |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan, The Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications |
| Description, major courses | Sociology is highly demanded in modern society practice-oriented academic field focused on identifying and solving most pressing social issues in all areas: economy, politics, culture, education etc. Results of sociological research are used for diagnosis and analysis of social life conditions, social and cultural features, population values. The Bachelor’s program provides students with both a profound theoretical knowledge in sociology and skills for practical application of sociological methodology in the research of social institutions and processes. Disciplines: Introduction to the Specialty Basics of Sociology Methodology and Methods of Sociological Research Modern Sociological Theory Social Inequality Social Class and Mobility Social Psychology Data Analysis in Sociology Qualitative Methods in Sociological Research Quantitative Methods in Sociological Research Sociology of Management and Organizations Basics of Social Research of Urban Space Sociology of Delinquency and Social Exclusion |
| Career prospects | Sociologist, HR-analyst, SMM-manager, Business Analyst, Public Officer, Advertising Specialist, Researcher, Teacher, Social Engineer, Marketing Specialist |
39.03.03 Youth Work – Social Design and Youth Innovative Development Management (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications)
| Name | 39.03.03 Youth Work – Social Design and Youth Innovative Development Management (Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications) |
| Level | Bachelor’s degree |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan, The Institute of Social and Philosophical Sciences and Mass Communications |
| Description, major courses | Youth Policy is one of the new and most relevant areas in the field of Social and Human Sciences and Social Work. Implementation of State Youth Policy is among the principal areas of activity of the Russian government. Students of the Bachelor’s program master the methods of developing and testing new technologies of working with various categories of youth, regulatory support of state youth policy, and youth research. Specialists of this field can be employed in state and municipal institutions organizing work with young people; youth, state and public organizations; banking sector; large commercial enterprises, which have support and development programs for young professionals. Disciplines: Youth Sociology Methodology of Generational Analysis of Society Methods of Sociological Research of Youth Problems Youth Conflict Management Media Management when Working with Youth Regional and Municipal Youth Policy Project Management in Organizing Work with Youth Legal Fundamentals of Work with Youth Fundraising in Organizing Work with Youth Psychological Fundamentals of Work with Youth Pedagogical Support of Work with Youth Career Development Management Creative Youth Practices in Urban Public Space |
| Career prospects | Youth Policy Specialist, Public Officer, Researcher, Teacher, Senior Specialist for Working with Youth in Regional and Federal Ministries and Departments, Expert for Civic and Patriotic Education |
41.03.02 Regional studies of Russia (Institute of International Relations)
| Name | Russia and its regions in international contexts (with advanced language studies) |
| Level | Bachelor |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan |
| Major courses | Global history and history of Russia Geography of Russia Political system of Russia History of Tatarstan Ethnology of Russia Political theory Russian media Theory of regional development Foreign policy of Russia Regions in international relations Document studies Archive studies Global challenges and problems Economy of Russia Russian-Chinese relations Geopolitical situation in the world Public administration |
| Career prospects | Public service Teaching and research Media PR and GR International relations |
58.03.01 Asian and African studies (Institute of International Relations)
| Specializations | Politics and economics of Turkic peoples Arabic studies Korean studies History of Japan Chinese studies History of China Economies of North Korea and South Korea Economies and economic ties of Asian and African countries |
| Level | Bachelor |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan |
| Major courses | Introduction to Asian and African studies Specialized language studies Traditions of Asian and African peoples History of global economy and globalization IT in humanities International economic relations International law Economic policies Global economic statistics International business Diplomacy Foreign trade Customs management Financial markets |
| Career prospects | Teaching and research Foreign trade Translation and interpretation Diplomatic service Public service |
41.03.05 International relations (Institute of International Relations)
| Specializations | International relations Global politics and international business Economic relations and international cooperation International fuel and energy security |
| Level | Bachelor |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan |
| Major courses | Global economy Diplomacy Professional communication Theory and methodology of international relations Translation and interpretation Foreign policy of Russia and other countries Contemporary international relations International law International business Political science Economics European studies American studies |
| Career prospects | Diplomatic service Public service Foreign trade Teaching and research PR and GR |
41.03.01 Foreign regional studies (Institute of International Relations)
| Specializations | Regions and countries of the European civilization African and Asian studies |
| Level | Bachelor |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan |
| Major courses | IT in humanities Trends in regional development Introduction to regional studies Philosophy Geopolitics Regional history Diplomatic service Regional and national security Sociocultural specifics Territorial branding Political systems and political cultures Decision-making in foreign policy Regional integration Scientific methodology |
| Career prospects | Diplomatic service PR and GR Foreign trade Teaching and research Public service Media |
43.03.02 Tourism – International tourism (Institute of International Relations)
| Specializations | 43.03.02 Tourism – International tourism (Institute of International Relations) |
| Level | Bachelor |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Mode of study | Full-time |
| Language of study | Russian |
| Location | Kazan |
| Entrance exams and minimal scores | History – 35 Russian as a foreign language – 40 |
| Major courses | Recreational geography History of Russia and world history Legal regulation of tourism Tourism management Global tourism Cultural studies Tourism marketing Ethics of tourism Main tourism sites in Russia Business planning and accounting in tourism Route planning and excursion studies Catering technology and business Touristic entertainment Transport studies in tourism Standardization, certification and metrology in tourism |
| Career prospects | Tourism Museums and museumification |