
'Fashion Forward': HSE University-St Petersburg Holds Fashion Show of Young Designers
During the International Partners' Week, the Rope Shop building hosted the fashion show of the graduates of the School of Art and Design—master's track 'Creating a Fashion Brand' and bachelor's programme 'Fashion Design'—under the supervision of Leonid Alekseev, curator and founder of the brand 'House of Leo'.

University Representatives from Six Countries Agree to Create International Research Network
Universities from Russia, Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia and Indonesia are creating an international research network. The signing of the Manifesto of the Consortium of Satellite Laboratories for Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainability took place in the framework of the International Partners' Week at HSE University-St Petersburg.

‘Eastern Perspective’: HSE University–St Petersburg Prepares Russian Businesses for Iranian Market
Over the past three years, goods turnover between Russia and Iran has reached four billion dollars, and experts estimate the potential for cooperation at 10 billion dollars. For Russian companies that strive to expand the geography of their exports, Iran is becoming one of the most appealing markets.

HSE University-St Petersburg to Open New ‘International Relations’ Track in ‘Political Science and World Politics’ Programme
Starting in 2025, the Bachelor's programme ‘Political Science and World Politics’ at HSE University-St Petersburg will train specialists not only in political science but also in international relations. This will significantly increase graduates' career opportunities in analytics, diplomacy, and consulting. Learn more about the changes from the programme's academic supervisor and professors from the new track.
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HSE University-St Petersburg Launches Centre for Russian Language and Culture
In 2025, HSE University-St Petersburg opened the Centre for Russian Language and Culture at the School of Arts and Humanities. The centre offers various courses for international applicants, the largest of which is the 'Pre-University Programme', a Russian preparatory course for those intending to enrol in full-time bachelor's and master's programmes. Read on to find out more about the centre's activities, courses, and study conditions.

On Russian Students' Day, HSE University-St Petersburg Opens a New Educational Space in Historical Rope Shop Building
A famous monument of constructivism—the Rope Shop of the Red Nailer factory—became a new educational building of HSE University-St Petersburg. Approximately four thousand students will study in the building at 25 Liniya Street on Vasilyevsky Island.

HSE University-St Petersburg to Open Modern Educational Space in Historical Rope Shop Building
On January 25, Russian Students' Day, HSE University-St Petersburg will open a new educational space in the building of the Rope Shop of the Red Nailer factory on Vasilievsky Island. The monument of constructivism, which was designed by the prominent architect Yakov Chernikhov, will become a centre for the development of IT, engineering, design and media communications. Approximately four thousand students will study in the building.

Experiencing Japanese Studies in Practice: HSE University Strengthens Cooperation with Japanese Universities
In December, a delegation from HSE University, led by Rector Nikita Anisimov, visited Japan to strengthen educational and scientific cooperation. Representatives from HSE University met with the leaders of prominent institutions in Russian studies, including Tokai University, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Hosei University, and Keio University. The visit, initiated at the invitation of the Japanese Ambassador to Russia, marked the first official visit by a delegation from a Russian university to Japan since 2022.

International Research Project Competition Starts
HSE University launches a new competition ‘International Academic Cooperation'. The competition's goal is to strengthen international scientific ties, expand the research agenda, and involve students of all levels in world-class basic research.

HSE University Launches International Research Project Competition
HSE has announced the latest ‘International Academic Cooperation of HSE University’ open competition of joint basic research projects. The competition is aimed at strengthening global scientific collaboration, expanding the university's research agenda, and involving students and postgraduates in world-class fundamental research.