Venäjän yhteiskunta ja politiikka, 5 op

This course provides an introduction to Russian society and politics. It introduces the main actors in the legislative and executive power and civil society providing an insight into social transformations, social inequalities, citizenship and everyday life. Possible topics include political institutions, state, foreign policy, and the role of Russia in contemporary international politics. Russia’s economy will be introduced with a particular focus on energy and environmental questions.