International Students
International students studying in Russia get their higher education in universities, academies and institutes, that are not only accredited, but also have a special license to teach foreign students. All the universities from this Guide possess the license.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Science of Russia controls the quality of educational services given to foreign students.
International students start their studying with the foundation year (If necessary). It includes a course of Russian language and some of the comprehensive subjects according to the future profession.
Further education is continuing together with Russian students.
The Second option is studying in English language, in this case, its not necessary to start the foundation year. Instead, students start lectures direct in English medium.
Russian Higher Education
You become a student of a university according to the Invitation letter.
The academic year beginning between the 1st of September until February and consists of two semesters. All the students go on holidays between two terms: the first semester (September – January) the second one (February – June). Summer holidays last for three months on average.
At the end of each semester the student takes 3 or 5 examinations and 3 or 5 tests. Successful passing of examinations and tests guarantees the possibility of getting to the second term.
Students have classes everyday except for weekends. They attend lectures, tutorials, work with materials in libraries and resource centers .
Higher education course includes work placement, which gives students the possibility to gain experience.
Recognition of qualification gained is the priority of the state. In case of successful graduation of a university student get the Diploma no matter what form of property it refers to. The transcript of the subjects list with marks is attached to the Diploma. Although the state guarantees the conformity to standards of qualification, the employer takes into consideration how authoritative the university is.
Entrance Procedures
In Order to start your registration and admission process in the university, you have to follow the following:
- Complete the Online Application Form.
- Scan Copy of your secondary school (or Bachelor degree for Postgraduates) certificate with marks and grades.
- Confirm payment of application.
- The latest General Medical Certificate (On Arrival).
- AIDS-test Certificate (On Arrival).
- Insurance Policy acting on the territory of Russia (On Arrival).
- Back air ticket with the open return date of leaving during one year (On Arrival).
* Documents specified in the point 2 should be certified and legalized according to the legislation laws of the originating country.
Russian Visa
As soon as you get the invitation letter you have to address the Embassy of Russia in your country. There you can find out the information about the list of documents needed to get a student visa.
To get through the passport control you have to show the passport with your visa, the invitation letter and the medical insurance policy.
On reaching the place of study, international students have to be registered in the local authorities within three working days.
As a rule, we carry out this procedure as a free service to our applicants.