Introduction

The Bonch-Bruevich St. Petersburg State University of Telecommunications is a public higher education institution located in St. Petersburg, Russia, focusing on teaching and research in the field of information technology and communications.

Overview

The school has more than 10,000 students, including more than 6,000 full-time students, including students from branches in St. Petersburg, Arkhangelsk, Smolensk and other places. Nearly 400 of the faculty members have scientific degrees and titles, and 75 are doctors of science.

History and establishment time

In 1930, it was established according to the decree of the Soviet Council of People's Commissars. It was originally named Leningrad Institute of Telecommunications and Electrotechnical Engineering. In 1940, it was renamed Leningrad Institute of Telecommunications Engineers named after Professor Bonch-Bruevich. In 1993, it was awarded university status and changed to its current name.

School strength

Teaching staff: Nearly 400 of the 600 teachers have degrees and titles, including 75 doctors of science.

Scientific research results: The school has fruitful scientific research results. In 2024, it ranked 3969th in the world and 86th in Russia. Its research in engineering, computer science, physics and other disciplines is influential both at home and abroad.

Institutional nature

Public non-profit university.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating professional talents in the field of communications and information technology, emphasizing the combination of theory and practice, so that students can adapt to the development needs of the industry.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school has several research centers and laboratories, but they are not clearly named.

Key disciplines: Communication and telecommunications, information technology, computer science, electronic engineering, economics, management, etc.

Faculty

The school has 6 colleges, 3 technical schools, and 2 research institutes, namely the Master's College, the School of Continuing Education, and the Military Training Center.

Ranking

In 2024, the school ranked 3969th in the world, 86th in Russia, and 10th in St. Petersburg. Its engineering major ranks 79th in Russia and 3128th in the world; computer science ranks 39th in Russia and 2909th in the world; physics ranks 94th in Russia and 3350th in the world.

Expenses

The minimum annual tuition fee for local students is US$63, and for foreign students is US$5,000 per year.

Campus environment

The campus is located in St. Petersburg, with 6 teaching and laboratory buildings with a total area of ​​more than 65,000 square meters and complete infrastructure, including dormitories, student cultural and leisure centers, and science and technology libraries. The surrounding cities have rich infrastructure, many entertainment options, convenient transportation, and many internship and part-time opportunities.