Study in Russia

OVERVIEW

Russia is a friendly and welcoming nation. Russia, the largest nation in terms of area, offers something for everyone. In addition to bears, vodka, ballet, and Easter eggs, this former component of the long-since-defunct Soviet Union remains a formidable force in the world political system. Russia has made significant investments in universities and research, and it continues to do so while placing more of an emphasis on programmes taught in English. Therefore, enrolling in any programme in Russia would be a wise investment in your future.

QUICK FACTS

• Country name- Russian Federation
• Capital- Moscow
• Nature of Government- Federation and semi-presidential republic
• Main cities- Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk
• Official Language- Russian
• Currency- Russian ruble
• Population- 142,470,272 (July 2014 EST.)
• Total area -17,075,400 square kilometres or 6,601,668 square miles.
• Telephone code- + 7
• Climate-Highly continental
• Economy- Upper-middle income mixed economy with state ownership in strategic areas of the economy
• Key industries- Oil and gas, mining, aircraft building, aerospace production, weapons and military machinery manufacture, electric engineering, automotive transport, road and agriculture machinery production etc

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Why Study In Russia?

• Truly international universities offering courses at cost effective tuition fees
• 20 + Russian universities find place in the world university rankings
• Proximity to Asia and Europe
• Global recognition and acceptance for Russian educational qualifications.
• Widest range of educational programs available
• Great campuses and state of the art facilities offered
• Education that combines traditional and modern innovation
• Excellent research oriented study environment
• Explore the world’s largest country with over 9 time zones
• Offers great social life for international students
• Home to some of the finest traditions
• Developing economy
• Comparatively simple visa procedures

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