Russia since 1985: A 'Transition' Economy? (ES0093)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : HCL-3-Russ85

This course aims to provide an understanding of the process of economic change in Russia during the years since 1985 through a direct study of historical statistical data and primary sources. The course has evolved in the context of a new research initiative being currently undertaken in Economic and Social History into secular patterns of economic development in Russia and the Soviet Union from 1700 to the present day. On the basis of research currently in hand, it is intended to prepare a reliable national income series for the period since 1985, extending work already undertaken and analysing the economic changes taking place in the USSR (1985-1991) and Russian Federation (since 1991/2- ) to explore whether they truly conform to the concept of "an economy in transition" to a new phase of growth within a free-market structure or whether it is more accurately represented as an antiquated structure in a state of "free-fall".

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Hons Entry

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Economic and Social History, (School of History and Classics, Schedule E)

Other subject areas

European Languages and Cultures - Russian Studies, (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, Schedule G)

Economics, (Management School and Economics, Schedule H)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Tuesday	11:10	13:00	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

- This course aims to provide an understanding of the nature of the contemporary Russian economy, in such a manner that students will develop an understanding of problems concerning the validity and reliability of available data emanating from both Russian and 'Western' sources.
- Students will learn methods of contextual analysis and interrogation, and gain insights into how to conceptualise and analyse such materials, utilising both political science and social science methodologies- all highly transferable skills.
- Student-led seminars are intended to develop the presentation and verbal skills of participating students.
- Written assignments are intended to develop the literary skills of students and their ability to construct coherent argument and analysis.