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• Student Spotlight: Islam Azaizia, Algeria

  Every student has a story. In today’s Student Spotlight, we talk to Islam Azaizia, a software engineering student from Algeria, who opens up about his journey and the reasons for choosing ITMO University.

  04.06.2026

• Student Spotlight: Jofani Patrice, South Sudan

  When Jofani Patrice first arrived in St. Petersburg, he came with a dream: to master the technology that is reshaping the world. Now in his second year, he reflects on persistence, coffee shops, and why African students should never look down on themselves.

  28.05.2026

• ITMO Receives RuCode Award for Innovative Approach to IT Training

  The Bachelor’s program Software Engineering by ITMO University has been granted the RuCode Award in the category IT Factory. The award recognizes educational institutions for establishing IT faculties and departments that apply cutting-edge methods to train AI specialists. The judges highly praised the university’s strategy of mass training of highly-qualified professionals, which incorporates industrial partners into all stages of program design and implementation.

  19.11.2025

• Student Spotlight: Faridun Fayziev, Tajikistan

  When you meet Faridun, a Bachelor’s student of software engineering from Tajikistan, you immediately sense a mix of focus and curiosity. Programming has been part of his life since middle school, and today at ITMO, he’s channeling that early spark into building web and mobile apps. In today’s interview, Faridun talks to us about coding, playing guitar, and swapping stories with international classmates.

  11.09.2025

• Student Spotlight: Sinem Aygün, Türkiye

  When she came to St. Petersburg, Sinem knew she was signing up for more than just Russian language lessons – she was stepping into a whole new rhythm of life. Currently a student of the Foundation Program, Sinem is not only preparing to begin her Bachelor's in software engineering at ITMO, but also embracing a new lifestyle. In this interview, she shares how her study-abroad experience has helped her grow, both as a student and an individual. 

  12.06.2025

• Best in Russia: ITMO Among Top Three Universities for Software Developers

  In a 2024 ranking that evaluates universities by the quality of training they provide for IT professionals, ITMO landed in second place. The ranking is based on the points awarded to each university by employers from more than 300 software companies. 

  06.12.2024

• Student Spotlight: Raman Khan Ahmadi, Iran

  Raman Khan Ahmadi, an international student from a small village in northwestern Iran, is laying the foundation for his future at ITMO University. Passionate about software engineering and neurotechnologies, Raman is building a successful career in AI and programming. In this interview, he talks about his journey so far and the importance of professional networking for future ITMO students.

  24.10.2024

• Student Spotlight: Jorge Mayor, Colombia

  In the quiet town of Roldanillo, Colombia, Jorge Mayor nurtured a curiosity that would eventually take him across the world to the vibrant streets of St. Petersburg. Now, as a software engineering student at ITMO, he’s embracing new cultures, mastering languages, and even unearthing ancient civilizations – all while finding adventures in every corner of Russia. Read on.

  05.09.2024

• Student Spotlight: Aveen Hussein, Syria

  Meet Aveen Hussein, who, after earning her Bachelor's degree in Damascus, set her sights on Russia to further her studies. Soon to begin her Master's studies in system and applied software at ITMO, she hopes to polish her skills to a more advanced level. Aveen's journey is marked by determination, new friendships, and a deep appreciation for the beauty and vibrancy of St. Petersburg. Read on to learn more!

  11.07.2024

• Become a Software Developer in a Fortnight: Highlights of Express Course by ITMO & Yandex

  Recently, ITMO University and Yandex Education held a study camp on industrial software development for 94 students from all over the country. In this highly intensive two-week course, the participants got a grasp of fundamental industrial software development methods and created their own projects in infosec and DevOps.

  09.07.2024