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Preparatory Department with Focus on Physics and Mathematics

Course description
  • Preparation for international students to enroll in Russian universities for study in natural sciences, engineering, and medical-biological fields in Russian
  • Preparation for the Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL Level 1) and entrance exams in relevant subjects: physics, mathematics, chemistry, and biology (two courses to choose from)
  • Full-time study includes interactive classes: visits to museums, parks, and other sites to reinforce course material in real-life settings
  • Language classes take place at the University’s Petrodvortsovy campus. Students will be introduced to the education system and research laboratories (Physics, Mathematics and Mechanics, and Chemistry departments at St Petersburg University)
  • Accommodation is available in the SPbU student dormitories alongside Russian-speaking students. This will aid in adapting to societal, cultural, and traditional aspects of Russian life. SPbU also provides full visa support for international students
  • The only course prerequisite is a complete general secondary education
Required documents
  • Copy of a passport valid for more than 18 months from the expected date of entry into the Russian Federation
  • High school diploma
Lecturers
  • Maria Nikolaevna Pashkova — Program Director, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Senior Lecturer at the Philology Department, St Petersburg University
  • Lecturers — Associate Professors from the Chemistry Institute, Physics, and Biology Departments, St Petersburg University
Our advantages
  • Our experienced educators are world‑renowned scientists and winners of prestigious international awards
  • We offer over 800 educational programmes, ranging from popular and introductory to niche and advanced
  • With us, you can benefit from and become a part of the 300‑year tradition and history of Russia’s first university
  • SPbU boasts a unique cultural environment that has shaped many famous Russian scientists, politicians, entrepreneurs and artists
  • Upon completion of the course, you will receive an official SPbU You will have access to the University’s unique resources, including its extensive research library and many museums
  • Studying at SPbU gives you access to the University’s resources, from its extensive research library to its many museums
How to enrol?

To enrol on the programme, please contact us by phone or email — we will get back to you within one working day.

You will need to sign a contract and make payment before you can start the course. If you have any questions, feel free to reach us at: +7 (911) 847-33-26 or email: marishkaspb1@yandex.ru. 

Type of programme Russian Language

Duration 42 weeks

Workload 1720 hours (1040 hours in class)

Type of study Full-time

Document issued SPbU standard certificate

Tuition fee 298 000 rub

Course schedule Admissions start 15 August 2024, course duration 15 October 2024 - 31 August 2025 (weekdays, 4-6 hours of study per day)

Language Russian

Address St Petersburg, Universitetskaya Embankment, 7-9; Peterhof, Ulianovskaya street, 3

Contact person Maria Pashkova

E-mail marishkaspb1@yandex.ru

Telephone +7 (911) 847-33-26

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