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Intensive Russian

STEP Beyond Borders
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Course description

Why NExT provides Intensive Russian course especially in Armenia? This country is one of the most interesting places to learn Russian as more than 60% of the population are native speakers due to the fact that Armenia is a Post Soviet country.

Experienced teachers of NExT will make sure you master enough vocabulary for communications, as well as improve your gramer and speaking, writing, listening skills in a short while.

Placement and assessment tests are done to measure the students' knowledge and accordingly to offer a specially designed course with communicative approach which will let you speak Russian with locals even in a week.

During the course, in addition to the Armenian rich history, culture and traditions, you can also discover the Soviet past of the country, learn about Russian customs and literature through Russian speaking guides.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
5 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 90 min)
Class days
Monday - Sunday

Class times

Morning session
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Afternoon session
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Yerevan.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 2 students

Student age

Age range 15 years old and older
Average 22 years old
(21 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

STEP Beyond Borders can make your language learning journey more result-oriented, swift and enjoyable due to its qualified tutors and trainers ready to expose not only linguistic but cultural aspects of learning for the students.
Practicing a language has never been easier than with us due to our methodology and non-formal training for teenagers and adults.

Russian, Armenian, English, French, Chinese courses that we offer at SBB combine:
• Interactive language training sessions,
• Speaking and communication skills development,
• Writing skills and corporate correspondence
• Grammar and Vocabulary
• Movie Discussion Club

In addition to the language acquisition, students have the advantage to explore Armenian culture and it's ancient history, practice your studied language with locals (Russian, English, Armenian), have Armenian cuisine cooking classes, experience Armenian Folk dances and a range of cultural activities.

Embrace your next adventure!

We are looking forward to meeting you in the heart of the sunny city Yerevan offering you days worth memorizing forever.

NOTE: The location of the school may vary from season to season and depends on the number of visiting students. Make sure to check the location before booking a hotel.

Year opened
2016
Number of classrooms
3

Facilities

  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

Native Russian speakers
Over 50%
Teachers with Russian teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at STEP Beyond Borders varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 22. In the summer, the average age is 21.

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

NOTE: 65 Komitas Avenue is our official registration address and not the venue for classes.

Our school functions on the bases of the needs of each student. We are flexible to send teachers to the student's place, as well as invite the student to the center where we work at that moment. Note, that the location of the school varies as we have more than 3 venue partners, thus make sure to contact us in advance to learn about the location before visiting us.

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Reviews

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"STEP Beyond Borders, combined with the beautiful city of Yerevan, made for an unforgettable summer."

Parker, student from USA

Everything from the instruction to the communication between the school and myself was amazing. STEP communicated the whole time from signing up for the course, to arriving in Yerevan. My instructor was one of the nicest ladies I've ever met, and she did a great job taking my language skills from zero to a beginner level. I also was able to meet the director of STEP and she organized a cultural experience for everyone and dinner with the other STEP students in Yerevan. It was great being able to meet everyone and learn more about Armenia. Overall, my instructor was fantastic, and I will certainly miss her and all of Armenia. STEP Beyond Borders was nothing short of amazing.

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Duration of study
8 weeks
Date of study
12 Jun 2023 - 11 Aug 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Excellent teaching in the heart of Yerevan"

George McCall, student from USA

I learned Russian with Karine and made significant strides under her patient and excellent instruction despite having no previous knowledge of the language.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
13 Jan 2020 - 7 Feb 2020
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"It's a really brilliant experience"

Fatema Khalaf

The classes were excellent and the teacher was friendly kind
helpful and sweet

The location was good and everything was really fine
I enjoyed every moment there and I really want to have another experience with you

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My ratings for this school

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Housing
Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
1 Aug 2017 - 18 Aug 2017
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Warm, welcoming and very useful!"

Anna Simitchieva

I really liked the school a lot! The teacher was very open to suggestions. Hasmik, the Head of the school, was excellent in providing information, taking care that everything goes smoothly and in supporting me. It was not only a good learning, but also a great personnel experience, since I had the chance to get to know both also personally, since they took the time to show me around in their free time. I can only recommend the school to others!

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
17 Jul 2017 - 28 Jul 2017
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Hasmik Ghalechyan, Founder and Executive Director at STEP Beyond Borders responded to this review.
31 July 2017

Dear Anna, it was our pleasure to have such a bright student and we are looking forward to meeting you again soon.

"Positive experience"

Rubina Zolotuhina

I was visiting Armenia for the first time and before coming learned that I may have English courses there, so I took this chance. I loved NEXT, especially Hasmik. She was very professional and helped me to speak English more freely. Activities organised in the evenings like Armenian folk dances, made my trip unforgettable. Housing was also good but could be closer to the language center as I wanted to walk and not take the bus.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
7 Nov 2016 - 18 Nov 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Hasmik Ghalechyan, Founder and Executive Director at STEP Beyond Borders responded to this review.
08 February 2017

Thanks for the feedback. Looking forward to meeting you again.

visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Yerevan based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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