Russia Guide: Education

Find information about universities, admission processes, tuition fees and how the education system works. You will also find information about other learning opportunities in further education.

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  Russian Schools

  Structure of system, ages of entry and certificates

  Russia has one of the best mass-education systems in the world, producing a literacy rate of 98% (higher than most Western European countries). The system consists of obligatory basic education and higher education.

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  Higher Education

  Types of institutions and degrees

  After finishing senior secondary school, students can go on to higher education. All applicants must take a competitive exam. Most higher education programmes in Russia offer 5 years of study for undergraduates in a variety of fields.

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  Admissions in Russia

  Higher education requirements

  Russia's top universities have very competitive entry requirements. Special exams are held annually to determine admission. Foreign students and foreign qualifications are welcome in Russia but you must follow certain procedures.

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