Introduction to Vyatka State University

Located in Kirov, Russia, Vyatka State University is the largest university in Kirov Oblast and a century-old prestigious university in Russia. It trains professionals in engineering, humanities and other fields, and provides a large number of talents for the development of regional economy and various industries.

Overview

Student size: more than 20,000 students, including international students from many countries.

Faculty: 1,203 faculty members, 749 teaching staff, 72 doctors of science and professors, 514 candidates of science and associate professors.

History and establishment time

The history of the university can be traced back to 1914, when it was Vyatka Academy. It was awarded university status in 1963 and in 2001 It was awarded the status of a classical university in 2000.

School Strength

Teaching achievements: hundreds of thousands of graduates have been trained, and they hold important positions in production, government, business and other fields.

Scientific research strength: basic and applied research of regional, federal and international significance is carried out, and scientific research facilities such as engineering centers and research laboratories are owned.

International cooperation: There are cooperative exchange programs with many foreign universities, which attracts many international students.

Nature of the institution

A public non-profit higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Focus on the combination of tradition and innovation, cultivate students' professional knowledge and practical ability, and provide students with opportunities to participate in scientific research projects and practical activities to meet the needs of social and economic development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: Engineering centers, research and education centers, research laboratories, etc. have been built to provide good conditions for scientific research.

Key disciplines: Information technology, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, economics, management, history, culture, education, psychology and other disciplines are strong.

Faculty

There are 8 colleges, including the College of Biology and Biotechnology, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the College of Mathematics and Information Systems, the Department of Automation and Computer Engineering, etc.

Ranking

Ranked 401-450 in the 2022 EECA University Rankings , ranked between 351-400 in the 2023 QS EECA new university ranking, 19th in the 2023 Russian university education quality ranking of «Intérfaks», and 44th in the 2021 scimago institutions rankings Russian university institutions.

Expenses

The tuition fee for the preparatory class for foreign students is 90,000 rubles per year, and the accommodation fee is 900 rubles per month; the preparatory tuition fee for the spring of 2024 is 115,000 rubles.

Campus

The campus is located in Kirov, covering a large area and with complete infrastructure. There are 23 educational buildings, 8 comfortable dormitories, gymnasiums, swimming pools, libraries, botanical gardens and other facilities, providing students with a good learning and living environment.