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All newsGrowing Interest among Foreign Citizens in Studying at HSE University: Results of 2024/25 Admissions and Launch of New Campaign
The steadily growing interest in studying at HSE University, particularly among applicants from CIS and Asian countries, reflects the high quality of Russian education. This year, as part of a separate admissions process for international applicants, 2,267 students were enrolled across all HSE University's campuses for the 2024/25 academic year, representing a 14% increase compared to last year.
'I Have an Interest in Everything Related to Islam and Politics'
Mir-Ali Askerov became a scientist out of curiosity: initially, he read about the activities of radical Islamist groups, and later, he learned how to study them academically. In this interview with the HSE Young Scientists project, he explains why he chose to study moderate political parties in Central Asia, discusses the concept of God's sovereignty in lawmaking currently adopted in Afghanistan, and shares his fascination with Sufism.
Secret to Creativity: What Is Needed for the Development of Creative Industries
The importance of creative industries in driving economic development is undeniable today. Russian and foreign researchers came together at HSE University for the IIV International Academic Conference 'Creative Economy: Main Development Trends and State Policy' to discuss the factors and specific aspects shaping this field.
‘Language Is the Key to Understanding the Soul of a Country’
Every semester, 21 countries and 52 universities open their doors to students from HSE University as part of the student international mobility programme. In the fall semester of 2024, Sofya Malyukova, a third-year student of the bachelor's programme ‘Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communication’, went to study at Ca' Foscari University (Venice, Italy) through the student mobility programme.
‘Our International Students Embody a Dynamic Blend of Ambition, Curiosity, and Adaptability’
In October, the HSE Preparatory Year programme held orientation sessions for its newcomers. Why should one study Russian? What is the admission process like at HSE University? The HSE News Service discussed these and other questions with Faizullah from Afghanistan, Sechang from South Korea, and Faith from Zambia—all newly enrolled students of the Prep Year.
HSE Team Takes First Place in RuCode Algorithmic Programming Championship
On October 20, 2024, the final round of the RuCode Algorithmic Programming Championship took place, setting a new record in the Russian Book of Records as the ‘Largest Competitive Programming Event.’ The event, held simultaneously across 24 locations, hosted 1,450 participants divided into 500 teams. The overall winner of the senior team division was the M.O.S.C.O.W. team from the HSE Faculty of Computer Science (FCS).
HSE Experts Help to Implement Science and Technology Foresight in Africa
Professor Alexander Sokolov spoke at the International Forum of UNESCO Chairs and Partners ‘Transforming Knowledge for Africa’s Future.’ Forum participants discussed cultural and historical perspectives of knowledge transformation, giving an opportunity to the younger generation to contribute by shaping the future image of the continent.
Barankas, Kokoshniks, and Handmade Dolls: Russian Culture Day Held at HSE University
In late October, 2024, the HSE Campus on Pokrovka hosted the Russian Culture Day Festival. This traditional event, organised by the HSE Department for Internationalisation, aims to help both international and Russian students learn more about the country and its culture, while making new friends in an exciting and positive atmosphere.
HSE University Negotiates to Launch Joint Projects with Leading Universities in Brazil
In the framework of the academic mission to Latin America, HSE University-St Petersburg has negotiated to launch joint projects with leading Brazilian universities. Thus, with the University of São Paulo, the first in the QS ranking among Brazilian universities, HSE plans to carry out joint research aimed at supporting biodiversity, developing biotechnologies and solving ecological and social issues.
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