'It Will Be Interesting': Happy Knowledge Day!
In September 2026, HSE University-St Petersburg welcomed more than 2500 first-year bachelor's and master's students. Deans and alumni welcomed the newcomers and shared their wishes and advice on how to make the best use of their university years.
'All Aboard!': HSE University–St Petersburg to Kick Off New Academic Year at Gulf of Finland
On the first Saturday in September, Sevkabel Port will host HSE SPB Day. We invite all first-years, students, professors, university friends, citizens, and guests of the city to celebrate the start of the academic year at the Gulf of Finland. Attendees can look forward to more than 30 student clubs, a lecture zone, meetings with partners, an initiation ceremony, and lots of surprises—read on to find out more.
HSE University–St Petersburg to Open Call for Academic Mobility to Universities Worldwide
Starting from September 1, HSE University–St Petersburg students can apply for academic mobility to universities worldwide. For the spring semester 2027, there are more than 50 universities available in 21 countries: from Brazil to Japan. Read on to learn everything about the contest rules.
HSE University Launches Double-Degree Programme with Mexican University UPAEP
The Master's programme 'Data Analytics for Politics and Society' is launching a double-degree programme together with the Mexican Autonomous Popular University of the State of Puebla (UPAEP). The new track will enhance the partnership between HSE University and universities in the South American region.
'From Morocco to Oman': HSE University-St Petersburg Graduate on Studying the Middle East, Academic Career and Developing Skills
In 2026, Valeriia Novikova graduated from the Bachelor's programme 'Asian and African Studies'. Now, she is preparing to start a new academic year as an HSE University-St Petersburg master's student and is simultaneously developing the brand of the International Orchestra of United Cultures, conducting research on medieval manuscripts, and planning to attend a conference in Oman. Read on to find out more about Valeriia's career and academic paths.
HSE University–St Petersburg Hosts Record Number of International Students at International Summer School
The HSE University–St Petersburg Summer School brought together about 50 students from ten countries. The participants studied political geography, modern Russian culture and language, statistical analysis, and intercultural communications. Read on to find out what opportunities HSE University–St Petersburg offers international students.
'Language Practice and Life in Egyptian Family': HSE University-St Petersburg Student on Her Studies at Alexandria University
Kristina Alied, a student of the Bachelor's programme 'Asian and African Studies', was one of the first participants in the pilot project of academic mobility within the framework of the partnership with Alexandria University (Egypt). At the International Partners' Week 2025, HSE University-St Petersburg signed a Letter of Intent, which provided for the start of exchanges of professors and students with one of the leading universities in the Arab region. Read on to find out about the studies at Alexandria University, the life in an Egyptian family and an international student environment.
'Sociology Is Everywhere': HSE University-St Petersburg Graduate on Practise, Research and International Experience
Irina Li, graduate of the Bachelor's programme 'Sociology and Social Informatics', chose HSE University-St Petersburg for its high level of training. She was attracted by the educational environment, a large number of practical tasks and a chance to work on research projects. Read on to find out about Irina's successful research activities, participation in the School of Young Sociologists and a trip to Shanghai.
HSE University to Launch Double-Degree Programme with Mexican University UPAEP
In September 2026, the Master's programme 'Data Analytics for Politics and Society' is to launch a unique international track—a double-degree programme implemented in collaboration with Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP), a leading Mexican university, in the field of applied economics.
'Lectures in Museums, History in the Streets and 30 Points for Exams': HSE University-St Petersburg Graduate on Academic Mobility in Italy
Alina Baranova, graduate of the Master's programme 'Arts and Culture Management', spent a semester at the University of Rome Tor Vergata. In Italy, she studied among monuments and passed oral exams on a 30-point scale. Read on to find out about the peculiarities of academic mobility, the opportunities available to HSE University-St Petersburg students and Alina's professional plans.