Russia, St. Petersburg: Herzen State Pedagogical University
Russia, St. Petersburg: Herzen State Pedagogical University
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Herzen State University in winter -
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Students in a lecture at Herzen State
Application
The academic year at Herzen State Pedagogical University is divided into two terms: Term1/winter term (September to December) and Term 2/summer term (February to June).
Students from all Schools who are proficient in Russian can apply to study at Herzen State Pedagogical University for one semester free of tuition fees.
Study
Herzen State Pedagogical University (HSPU or just "Herzen") in St. Petersburg is one of the largest and oldest universities in Russia. Its history goes back to the Emperor's Foundling Hospital of 1797, which was founded on the university's current campus. Since 1991, it has borne its current name "Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia" (after Alexander Herzen, a Russian author and philosopher). The university is located right in the centre of St. Petersburg. The metropolis, which was built at the beginning of the 18th century by Peter the Great as a "window to Europe" at the eastern end of the Gulf of Finland, is today the second largest Russian city with a population of around 4.6 million, making it one of the northernmost cities in the world with over a million inhabitants. Culture and history characterise the impressive cityscape, which has since been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is known as the "Russian Detroit" due to its high density of international corporations and suppliers to the automotive industry.
Herzen plays a leading role in Russia in terms of its educational standards. 20 Schools and more than 100 departments make it possible to study almost every degree programme at a high level. As most courses are taught in Russian, a good knowledge of Russian is a prerequisite for a successful study visit. Russian courses are offered for international students all year round.
Credits are marked from 5-1, with 5 being the best grade and 1 being the worst (a grade of 2 means "failed"). International students receive their grades in the ECTS system. The language of instruction is mainly Russian, sometimes also English.
Everyday life
The cost of living is around 600 euros per month. This is a guideline based on the experience of students.
More detailed overview of the cost of living
International students have the option of living in a university hotel, which is located on the central campus of Herzen State University. The cost of accommodation is $90-140 per month, depending on the type of room. Information about living in the university hotel
Formalities & interesting facts
German students require a visa to enter Russia. The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Berlin provides information on the documents required to apply for a visa.
Documents required for the visa application
An official invitation from the Russian Ministry of the Interior or Ministry of Foreign Affairs with the purpose of stay учеба (study) is required for a visa to be issued. Students receive the invitation (or letter of acceptance) directly from the partner university. With this invitation, a visa for multiple entry and exit with a validity period of up to one year can be applied for at the embassy or the responsible consulate in Germany.
Transferring relevant credits for your studies in Germany is easy via the Academic Examinations Office of the University of Oldenburg. Information on credit transfer for studying in Oldenburg
