In Russia, the number of applications by residents of foreign countries is constantly growing. In 2019/2020 academic year, more than 13,000 foreign residents were admitted according to a special quota, and 15,000 people in 2020/21. The admission quota for 2021/22 is 18,000.
To apply for a free (state-funded) place, a foreign applicant needs to:
register at https://education-in-russia.com, having previously filled out an application form for training within the quota of the Government of the Russian Federation;
wait for an invitation to participate in qualifying procedures in the country of residence;
find him/herself on https://education-in-russia.com among the list of candidates recommended for the second stage of selection;
The Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation has already received more than 7,000 applications for training. More than 2,000 of them have been approved by Russian universities, the rest are under consideration by educational institutions. More than 7,000 new applications are expected in the near future
The President of the Russian Federation set the task of increasing the number of foreign residents studying in Russian universities, at least as twice. According to the Decree by the Government of the Russian Federation (8 December, 2020, # 2150) “On the establishment of a quota for the education of foreign citizens and stateless persons in the Russian Federation”, since 2023, 30,000 people will be able to receive higher education on such conditions, annually.
Got questions on being admitted within the quota by the Russian Government? Call the hotline of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation: 8 (495) 122-22-68 (Mon-Fri: 08: 00-20:00 Moscow time; 05:00-15:00 UTC).
The PSU Academic Choir became a grand-prix winner at the “Top of Opympus” International Fest, recently. The Choir performed “Madonna Mia Pieta” by Orlande de Lassus. The Fest welcomed contestants in choreography, vocals, poetry, instrumental performance and theater of fashions.
The PSU Academic Choir unites students from various faculties, regardless of their age, status and field of research. It is friendly team of singers, learning to improve vocal performance and performing at numerous concerts in Russia and abroad.
The Choir’s repertoire has always included works of various eras, musical trends and styles: Russian folk songs, national and international classics, sacred music, pieces by contemporary composers, pop songs and rock numbers. Many Choir members have gone on to become professionals in music.
Orlande de Lassus (1532-1594) was chosen as a known composer of the late Renaissance, chief representative of the mature polyphonic style of the Franco-Flemish school, and considered to be one of the most famous and influential musicians in Europe at the end of the 16th century.
Want to open your on pharmacy store in future? Looking for prospects in medicine making? Thrilled by the magic of chemistry? You can learn it at Perm State University!
The Faculty of Chemistry at PSU is a leader of training specialists in pharmacy, corrosion, technosphere safety, and pedagogy. The Faculty adheres to a 100-years old traditions of academic education, and looking into the future – combining deep theoretical training with workshops, successfully introducing new technologies and international practices.
Here, what our international students say:
Alkhudairi Om Albaneen Mahdi Abdulhadi, 4th year student, Iraq: “I chose the Department of Chemistry (Pharmacology) at Perm State University, in particular, because it is considered as one of the best universities, internationally. It is pleasant to deal with and study in, helping students excel and succeed in many ways and scientific fields. The University does care about students’ needs, assists at resolving issues and acts fair with everyone. Among other higher educational institutions, especially the international ones, I chose Perm State, and have never regretted, so far.”
Jumaniyazov Nizamaddin, 2nd year student, Turkmenistan: “I chose the Faculty of Chemistry at PSU because I found chemistry quite an interesting science, full of insights and discoveries. All over the world, we do have pharmacies and need medicines, regardless of age, social status or gender. Here, I’d like to say thanks to our teachers for their professionalism. They do explain us complicated matters in most accessible ways possible, are always open for questions and showing respect to every student. That makes study us learn science with joy.”
Al-Kinani Ammar Imad Abdulzahra, 4th year student, Iraq: “Among many advantages, Perm State University is a very pleasant and beautiful place to study, green and sunny in the summer time, and beautifully snowy in winter. Studying at the Faculty of Chemistry , we are provided with all the necessary equipment and great labs, as well as an access to the Botanical garden, libraries and cafeteria, campus facilities and sport. I would recommend every foreign student to come to Perm State University – for studies, prospects and new friends.”
Interested? Learn more about studying Chemistry and Pharmacy at PSU: http://studchem.psu.ru/
Researchers from Perm State University will present their innovations and collaboration ideas to the academic and business community in China. The VI Roundtable, titled “Russian-Chinese scientific and technical cooperation in the development and implementation of high technologies” will be held online on Wednesday, 7 July.
The Roundtable will also discuss the issues of training qualified personnel for high-tech and innovative industries.
“Projects related to the agro-industrial complex, oil industry, trade, education, public administration, finance, information technology services and the entertainment industry, will likely be discussed”
comments Natalya Dobrynina, head of the Department of International Academic Cooperation, PSU.
Round University Ranking (RUR), in collaboration with Clarivate Analytics, has published a subject ranking in Natural Sciences. Perm State University (PSU) has taken 49th place, nationally, and the 1st territorially, having improved its position by 52 lines compared to last year.
PSU has improved its performance in such criteria as education and research. As for financial sustainability, it did jump ahead from 634 to 253 place.
The number of participants in the ranking in Natural Sciences has grown significantly since 2014 from 411 universities to 729. Russia has increased its presence in this subject ranking almost six times: from 11 universities in 2014 to 62 in 2021.
PSU is also known to enter the RUR in the field of Technical Sciences.
The Round University Ranking (RUR) had been set by a Russian development team and is based on international data collected annually from more than 800 leading universities in the world from 75-80 countries by 20 unique indicators and 4 key areas (teaching, research, international diversity, financial sustainability). All raw data for RUR Rankings is provided by Thomson Reuters. RUR Rankings cover the period from 2010 to the present.
Let’s find out the reasons why students from abroad choose Russian Universities! Saida Kasumova, 4th year undergraduate, Faculty of Philosophy and Sociology, Perm State University shares her insights and research on that question:
1. Large selection of universities and educational programs. Her in Russia, there are 741 universities and more than 400 training modules. Such choice fairly attracts those foreign applicants looking for a higher education institution abroad. Russian universities offer more than 650 division modules for bachelors’, masters’, specialists’ and postgraduate studies. Also, the universities organize special preparatory courses for foreign students, including programs for studying the Russian language.
2. Value for money. Russian universities, compared to others worldwide, are popular for their low tuition fees, in comparison with universities in the USA, Canada or UK. According to the standards, set by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the cost of a full-time bachelor’s program starts from RUB 83,000 (about $1,100). The cost of education in capital cities such as Moscow and St. Petersburg will be significantly higher than in other regions, for sure. Overall, the level of education available for foreign citizens is optimal, with no compromise in efficiency of education service and level of teaching staff involved.
3. Studying on budget (scholarship availability) remains an important point for many applicants. In 2020, 15,000 budgetary places were allocated for foreign students. Russia is one of the few countries where budget places are provided for foreigners. There are also opportunities to enter the budget or get any other benefits for prize winners in university contests of various kind.
4. Provision of courses of Russian language, that is, a deep study of the language of the host country. On arrival, a foreign citizen, has the opportunity to learn Russian from scratch, and then start studying at local universities. The latter provide preparatory courses allowing to master the basic level of the Russian language, its grammar and rules, as well as expand the knowledge of other related subjects. Preparatory courses help future students to quickly adapt and successfully start their studies since entering the university.
5. The opportunity to get a double degree. In the early 2000s, Russia signed the Bologna Declaration, making a number of commitments to the common educational space of the participating countries. That is, for instance, while studying in Russia, not only a student may get a diploma by a Russian university, but also, by a European one. The Russian diploma is recognized in most countries of the world.
6. Campuses and dormitories. As already noted, there are a considerable number of Russian universities with their own campuses, including dormitories. This attracts many applicants, since it is fairly convenient for a student to reach the class without a delay. At the same time, the appearance of the university also acts as a priority, while making a choice.
7. Easy adaptation for international students. On average, it takes 1 year for a foreign student to adapt, according to those international students studying in Perm (according to PSU research).
Russia is known as a multinational country, with over 180 nationalities speaking more than 200 languages and dialects, with different religions and confessions – the fact that appeals many coming foreigners. Arriving in a country with such a diversity, a foreign student can easily find a friend from his/her own country – not to mention whole ethnic diasporas which are quite active here in Russia.
8. Climate and territory. Russia covers the largest area, globally, which affects its diversity. The advantage is that a young person can choose not only an educational program, but also a comfortable climate and area, upon his/her taste. For example, those who don’t mind rain may choose St. Petersburg, lovers of snow go to Siberia, and those who prefer sun and warmth – go down South. Still, Perm serves all tastes. An opportunity to travel across Russia at favorable prices is also a bonus. Each region has its own beauty and culture, with a support by local universities.
9. Simple interest which should not be denied. Russia remains a popular place of destination, much talked about and covered by media, globally. Based on feedbacks by many international students of Perm universities, some chose Russia as their future country of residence, upon their liking and taste.
From 18 May to 4 June, a series of online meetings were held, revealing the role of the palynological method in the study of the natural environment of past eras. In addition, all participants had the opportunity to ask questions and evolve them into a further scientific discussion.
Palynology is known as the study of plant pollen, spores and certain microscopic plankton organisms, collectively termed as palynomorphs, in both living and fossil form. The earliest reported observations of pollen under a microscope are likely to have been in the 1640s by the English botanist Nehemiah Grew. Palynomorphs form a geological record of importance in determining the type of prehistoric life. Microfossils provide important clues to the prevailing climatic conditions of the time.
“The lectures have been quite involving and useful, demonstrating a deep overview of dating methods. I personally enjoyed the vegetation analysis of the Kungur forest-steppe, as it is local and familiar for us, yet given a fresh angle of research. Looking forward for new collaborations in that direction,”
comments Natalia Moskvina, Associate Professor of the Department of Plant Physiology and Soil Ecology, PSU.
“Attending the seminar granted me the opportunity to gain new knowledge in the field of paleoecology. Most of all, I liked the lecture on the history of vegetation of the Perm territory in the Holocene, since it is my native region of study. The missing parts of the seminar can be covered by watching the sessions’ video recordings,”
notes Elizaveta Mekhonoshyna, student of the Faculty of Geography, PSU.
“The seminar expands boundaries for the scientific knowledge, provides updates in methodology and promotes live communication, to mention the participation of international researchers. I am very much looking forward for it to be continued,”
shares Elena Korkina, head of the Department of Geography, Nizhnevartovsk State University (Нижневартовский государственный университет).
The seminar was organized by the Department of Biogeocenology and Nature Conservation and the Center for Educational and Scientific Exchanges, Perm State University (PSU).
The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) company has published a ranking of the best universities, globally. This year, the final ranking table includes the largest number of universities in its history – 1,300 universities. Perm State University (PSU) keeps up its position within 801-1000 ranking placement.
QS World University Rankings 2022 list includes 48 Russian universities, with PSU taking 32 place. In total, there are 7 other Russian universities in the 801-1000 range.
The ranking experts use six indicators, or metrics: Among them are academic reputation, employer reputation, citation per faculty, international faculty ratio, International student ratio, faculty/student ratio. PSU has gained the best score on the last criterion – 49 points.
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) is considered as the world’s largest international higher education network, connecting universities, business schools & students, since 2004. Generally, the QS World University Rankings are regarded as one of the three most influential ones in the world, along with the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the Academic Ranking of World Universities.
PSU has been included in various a QS University Rankings since in 2014, and retains its position regardless of the growing amount of new contestants.
Vadim Gataulin, Head of the Department of International Relations, PSU, has participated in the case session “Expansion: Ready to Roll – On Cooperation with New Digital Reality”, as part of Education Week last May. At the session, he commented on the progress of international activity at Perm State University (PSU), as well as the increase of partners from abroad, regardless of the pandemic.
In 2020, PSU signed 23 agreements on scientific and academic cooperation with universities from 12 countries, to name Armenia, Great Britain, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, China, Mexico, Norway, USA, Taiwan, Turkey and France.
Since the start of 2021, PSU has already signed 19 agreements on scientific and academic cooperation with 16 universities from Belgium, Belarus, Israel, Kazakhstan, China, Romania, Uzbekistan, and Japan.
Despite the difficult working conditions in 2020, PSU accepted 865 international students in both basic educational programs and academic mobility and academic exchange programs. (Figures did significantly increase last years: 387 students in 2017; 353 in 2018; and 747 in 2019).
Keeping in mind students from abroad and partner organizations, the case session discussed the adaptation of Russian universities to the new conditions of teaching, the education market after the pandemic, and the efficiency of online and offline services.
“Besides challenge, any crisis does provide opportunity. Yet, at the same time, I have to state that the pressure on teaching staff has increased, in connection with online formats. And, in order to ensure the same level of education quality, additional efforts have to be made. This year we were forced to fully engage in the online environment,”
says Vadim Gataulin, head of the Department of International Relations, PSU.
Within the case session framework, the issue of legal support when working with foreign applicants, has been touched, as well as migration legislation and further employment opportunities in Russia.
The has been set by IPR MEDIA, moderated by Vera Skorobogatova, Leading Researcher, Institute for Demographic Research, Federal Research Sociological Center, Russian Academy of Sciences, as well as Natalya Ivanova, Head of IPR MEDIA.
Russian universities are fairly in demand among many foreigners, globally. How many international students come here to study – Russia, and Perm, in particular?
In 2019/2020 academic year, 315,000 students arrived in Russia from abroad, which is about 8% of the total number of students, nationally. According to the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the total number of students in Russia in 2020/2021, both Russian and international, gained up to 4 million.
According to https://studyinrussia.ru/, among foreign students studying at Russian universities, the largest number of citizens is from Kazakhstan (more than 60,000 people) and from Uzbekistan (more than 40,000 people). Other major countries include Turkmenistan, China, Tajikistan, India, Ukraine, Belarus, Egypt, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova.
Here in Perm there are 15 universities, only 2 of them are private, other all are state-governed and funded. Perm-based higher institutions offer:
more than 350 areas of training;
more than 200 specialties;
2,000 professions upon graduation.
To mention, Perm State University offers its graduates 549 professions, which speaks for itself.
The number of foreign students is increasing every year. In 2019-2020, according to the Ministry of Education and Science of the Perm krai, 3757 foreign students from 55 countries studied here, locally. The largest number of students came from India – 1,676 students. Perm is also popular among students from Kazakhstan, Egypt, Turkmenistan, Iraq, Morocco, China and Azerbaijan.
Next time we will speak, about the reasons that students from abroad choose Russian universities.
