Part of our Sixth Form programme for online students following the British curriculum

Why Study A Level Russian With Us?

Russian is one of the world’s major languages and plays a key role in international relations, literature, and global culture. At Oxford Online School, our A Level Russian programme enables students to develop near-native fluency while gaining insight into Russian history, politics, and identity.

Designed for online learners, this course supports homeschoolers, bilingual students, and international learners seeking a formal academic qualification aligned with the British curriculum.

Real-Time Support From UK-Based Russian Teachers

Our live, interactive lessons are taught by experienced UK-based teachers who are experts in both Russian language and literature. We use the flipped learning model, encouraging students to review texts and materials before class to ensure in-lesson time focuses on application and discussion.

All full-time A Level students are automatically enrolled in our UPP (University Preparation and Progression) programme, which includes:

• One-to-one academic mentoring
• Participation in the Cosmopolitan Future extracurricular programme
• Completion of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), which is compulsory for all full-time students

Academic mentors work closely with Russian teachers to ensure individual progress, help students build confidence in speaking, and connect them with cultural enrichment opportunities such as poetry recitals, translation workshops, and Russian-speaking clubs.

What You’ll Study

The A Level Russian course includes:

• Listening, Reading, and Writing – comprehension and language structure
• Translation – English to Russian and Russian to English
• Cultural Topics – study of a chosen film, literary work, or theme
• Speaking – discussion and independent research project presentation

Students will explore:

• Grammar, idioms, and vocabulary in authentic contexts
• Major historical and social developments in Russia
• Literary styles and cinematic expression

Exam Board & How You’ll Be Graded

Oxford Online School follows the Pearson Edexcel A Level specification for Russian. This qualification is assessed through a combination of written and oral examination:

• Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Translation
• Paper 2: Written response to works and translation
• Paper 3: Speaking, including presentation and discussion

To prepare thoroughly, students complete:

• Weekly language practice tasks
• Structured essay and oral work
• Termly assessments and full mock exams

Our teachers provide continuous feedback to ensure that students achieve fluency, depth, and confidence.

Structured Online Learning With Excellent Results

At Oxford Online School, we deliver live, structured classes where students actively participate in their learning. Lessons are not recorded—each one is taught in real time to develop language fluency and cultural appreciation.

Our provision includes:

• Small class sizes for tailored instruction
• Academic mentoring via the UPP programme
• Flipped learning to maximise class engagement
• Weekly assignments and mock oral exams
• Opportunities for public speaking and cultural expression

This course suits learners seeking both academic mastery and cultural immersion in the Russian language.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Bilingual or native speakers seeking formal A Level accreditation
• Homeschoolers following the British curriculum
• International students aiming for university in the UK or abroad
• Learners with a deep interest in Russian language, literature, and society

We welcome students who are motivated to deepen their knowledge of Russian through structured, expert-led study.