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• First Graduates of ITMO and University of Rostock Double Degree Program Receive Diplomas

  On November 7, the first four graduates of the joint double-degree Master’s program between ITMO University and the University of Rostock “Business Information Systems” received their diplomas. Present at the ceremony were Kurt Sandkuhl, program co-lead, Vladimir Parfenov, head of ITMO’s Information Technologies and Programming Faculty, Ekaterina Tulugurova, head of International Educational Programs Department, and the program’s professors.

  14.11.2017

• Exchange Programs: General Advice and Life-Hacks From Recent Participants

  Every ITMO student has the opportunity to participate in international exchange programs; in essence, all you have to do is make up your mind, choose a program, and put together the necessary paperwork. In this article by ITMO.NEWS, the International Educational Programs Department and some of the recent exchange students share their advice and experience.

  14.09.2017

• Semester Abroad in Russia: Lifetime of Memories

  Study abroad is one of the most rewarding experiences in the life of a young person. You get to learn about a different culture, open your mind to a new reality, and get to know yourself in an entirely new way. I never took the opportunity to participate in an international exchange program in university, but I took a gap year after high school which I spent travelling and volunteering, and that experience set the tone for the rest of my life. With another semester starting at ITMO, we’re going to share with you some of the experiences of last semester’s exchange students!

  04.09.2017

• Student Life on the French Riviera: ITMO Exchange Experience

  For her final semester Elena Kuznetzova, a graduate of ITMO University’s Department of Customs and Logistics, went to study in the city of Montpellier, on the coast of France. Back from her trip, she spoke with us about why everyone should try studying abroad, the difference between French and Russian education and the importance of leaving one’s comfort zone.

  24.08.2017

• Relocation Tips: Getting Your Cell Phone in Russia

  You don’t have to pay exuberant roaming fees when you move to St. Petersburg. There’re lots of local options to choose from. Here’s what you need to know to get connected quickly

  08.08.2017

• Relocation Tips: Getting Your Visa and Registration in Russia

  Almost all foreign citizens need a visa to enter the Russian Federation, and the type of visa depends on their purpose of entry and the length of their stay in Russia. ITMO’s International Office helps international students and employees with the entire process and with all the necessary paperwork. Here’s what you need to know to have a general understanding of the process and to stay legal while you’re here.

  01.08.2017

• ITMO’s Russian Language Summer School: Gaining New Experiences

  ITMO’s Russian language and culture summer school kicked off in St. Petersburg in mid-July and is coming to an end today with about 20 students participating from 8 countries in three different language levels. The summer school attracts university students currently studying the Russian language, as well as students of Russian origin, future students wanting to enroll in the University and simply those interested in Russian language and culture.

  28.07.2017

• Study Abroad in One of the Best Universities in Finland

  Jumping on a 3.5 hour train ride to study in a new place for a semester might not sound a lot like ‘study abroad’, especially when you live in a country as large as Russia, but for ITMO student Mariya Shaposhnikova, crossing the border over to Finland and spending a semester at Aalto University turned out to be a really rewarding and eye-opening experience.

  24.07.2017

• PhD Students Win Research Scholarships in Germany

  In the beginning of October, three of ITMO's PhD students will go on an internship to Germany which will last until the end of March. The Mikhail Lomonosov program funded by DAAD and the Russian Ministry of Education and Science will offer the students an opportunity to conduct research in European universities and science centers.  ITMO's PhD students spoke about the research they will be doing there.

  05.07.2017

• ITMO Students in Singapore: How to Please Customers by Analyzing Their Social Media

  In future, social networks could make advertisers’ work much easier. Big Data analysis algorithms can already figure out the ins and outs of a customer’s personality. They can be used to track negative reviews, determine the customers’ desires, identify their psychological type and tailor advertisements according to each customer’s data. A group of Master’s Degree students from the Computer Technologies Department have studied this topic at the National University of Singapore. They have told us about their research and the pros and cons of living in a city state. 

  21.06.2017