The problem of choosing a methodology in research on foreign language training in higher education institutions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia

The article analyzes scientific research on the theory and practice foreign language training in non-linguistic higher education institutions order to identify methodological approaches evaluated by experts as effective, highlights aspect of their combination. conception that unites authors is recognition competence an element professional competence, which combines general special competencies aimed at solving problems. analysis made it possible competence-based approach main one.
 A separate group focused exploration different cultures. However, within framework concept continuous advanced adult education, need organize development a wide range knowledge necessary not only for duties performance, but also building individual trajectory life-long involvement into diverse information environments.
 In educational organizations Ministry Internal Affairs Russia, task can be regarded replenishment humanitarian component. this context, attention paid conditions creating personal meaning learning activities, tool comprehending polyphony multicultural world, way get acquainted with perspectives, including cultures customs, development.