Course Summary

Learn the essentials of Russian in a focused, weekend-intensive format. This course is perfect for beginners who want to build practical communication skills quickly. Over four weekends, you’ll cover key vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural insights to help you start speaking confidently.

What You’ll Learn

  • Basic Russian vocabulary and everyday expressions
  • Correct pronunciation and listening skills
  • Reading and writing in Cyrillic script
  • Cultural insights to support real-world communication

Who This Course Is For

  • Beginners with no prior Russian knowledge
  • Heritage speakers who want to learn the script
  • Learners interested in Russian culture and communication

Course Sessions

Please contact CAE Customer Service on enquiries@cae.edu.au or Phone 9652 0611 to enquire about enrolling in this course

There are no prerequisites for Elementary 1 or Travellers courses.

If you already have some knowledge of the language, you can book a free language skills assessment.

Not sure which level is right for you?
See our skill-level guide.

Textbook:

Get Started in Russian Absolute Beginner Course: The essential introduction to reading, writing, speaking and understanding a new language

https://www.languageint.com.au/product/1898

Please note that any cancellations or postponements will be announced at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled class. We recommend considering this before purchasing any class materials.

Last updated: November 26, 2025 05:01pm