Higher Education in Russia

Higher Education in Russia

After the breakup of the erstwhile Soviet Union, the Russian education system inherited much of its characteristics.
Both public and private accredited higher educational institutions are providing higher education in the country. Basic higher education that lasts for four years leads to the first university degree. This degree is equivalent to B.Sc degree provided in the US or Western Europe. The postgraduate higher education has duration of 5 to 6 years or more. Students get the Master’s degree after the completion of two years. After completing the Master’s, students can go for the doctoral programmes.

Entry to the top universities in the country is based on competition. This ensures that only quality students either from Russia itself or abroad get admitted into the institutions. Cost factor is another area that needs mention. For the quality of education that Russian universities provide, tuition fees are comparatively lower. Tuition fees for degree programme can range between $2000 and $8000 a year while other expenses such as room & board, books, etc. costing another $1500 to $5000 every year. Of course, these charges depend on the location where one is going to stay and spending habits. Of late, Russian universities have also started offering courses for the public and specific professional needs.More than 880 higher education institutions in the country offer a wide number of programmes that include both research and study programmes. There are preparatory courses for foreign students wherein an intensive training in Russian language is provided. Refresher courses in the chosen field of study is also provided.
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