The Centre for Russian Language and Culture prepares foreign citizens for admission and successful study at HSE University–St Petersburg, maintaining a strong focus on results.
Our goal is to ensure that our students speak Russian and English fluently, are confident in their subject knowledge upon admission, and feel comfortable in the university community in St. Petersburg.
We provide every student with visa support and accommodation in HSE dormitories in St Petersburg, along with the guidance from top Russian students of HSE University.
Centre for Russian Language and Culture - your gateway to international education in Russia and the first step towards earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree from HSE University.
We Offer
Intensive Russian language programme from beginner to B1 level, preparation for the certification exam (TRFL-1), and the unique module about the History and Culture of Russia.
Training in subjects required for admission to future specialties (mathematics, information technologies, history, literature, social sciences) and help in choosing an academic track.
Additional programme in English language and a special programme for developing academic study skills.
Our Programmes
The programme prepares students for entrance exams at HSE University
- Start: October 2025
- Duration: 10 months
- Study mode: on-campus (St Petersburg) / online
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The programme prepares students for using Russian as a foreign language at B1 level, sufficient for entering a Russian-taught full-degree programme at HSE University (bachelor’s or master’s degrees)
- Start: enrolment is ongoing
- Duration: 6 months / 400 classroom hours
- Study mode: on-campus (St Petersburg) / online
Total programme cost
The programme prepares students for successful passing of the TORFL (level B1) exam. We introduce students to the exam structure and requirements and train them in conditions similar to the actual exam situation
- Start: enrolment is ongoing
- Duration: 1 month / 50 classroom hours
- Study mode: online
Total programme cost
The programme reviews and develops study skills to boost students’ confidence and help them succeed, as well as enable them to work more effectively within the time available for studying
- Start: enrolment is ongoing
- Duration: 1 month / 50 classroom hours
- Study mode: on-campus (St Petersburg) / online
Total programme cost
The programme helps students better understand the nature and beauty of Russian language and culture. We focus on both classic aspects and contemporary art, literature, and history
- Start: enrolment is ongoing
- Duration: 3 months / 100 classroom hours
- Study mode: on-campus (St Petersburg) / online
Total programme cost
The programme helps students improve their English proficiency, to join English-taught full-degree programmes, and study effectively in an English-speaking environment. B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level is recommended for students aiming to study abroad
- Start: enrolment is ongoing
- Duration: 6 months / 250 classroom hours
- Study mode: on-campus (St Petersburg) / online
Total programme cost
Facts and Figures
10 months (on-campus in St Petersburg or online) for admission and study at HSE University–St Petersburg in both Russian and English languages.
25 students for the 2025/2026 academic year. Care for every student.
Unique programmes and events for immersion in the university environment and in the Russian Culture.
Government-approved certificate.
Our Team
Russian language teacher, Center Head
Russian language teacher
Russian language teacher, Lead analyst
Russian language teacher
Associate Professor, English language teacher
Associate Professor, English language teacher