A combination of both knowledge of foreign languages and knowledge of culture, mentality, traditions, national character of the native speakers of the studied languages. Linguistics students receive serious language training in two foreign languages; study a wide range of general professional and special disciplines. The varieties of the profile is aimed at expanding and deepening knowledge and competencies in the field of translation and translation studies, as well as the theory and practice of intercultural communication. The best linguistics students have the opportunity to undergo an internship abroad and improve their practical language skills.

Translation activity:

  • Providing intercultural communication in various professional spheres
  • Use of types, methods and technologies of translation taking into account the nature of the translated text and translation conditions to achieve maximum communicative effect
  • Conducting information retri activities aimed at improving professional skills in the field of translation
  • Participating in business negotiations, conferences, symposiums, seminars using several working languages
  • Processing Russian and foreign language texts for production and practical purposes.

Research activities:

  • Identification and critical analysis of specific problems of intercultural communication that affect the effectiveness of intercultural and interlingual contacts, foreign language teaching
  • Participation in empirical research of problematic situations and dissonances in the sphere of intercultural communication.
  • Approbation (expertise) of linguistic software products

Structural subdivisions of Russian Railways, joint ventures and organizations whose activities are related to international cooperation.

  • OJSC "Russian Railways"
  • JSC SRIRT