Some useful information

Russian language

Russian language and culture classes are offered as an extracurricular course. Courses are available both for beginners and advanced (upon prior request) learners. Teachers of Russian as a Foreign Language Department have been running the classes for more than 10 years. Students receive a certificate of a taken course, indicating the number of academic hours and credit points recommended, as well as study materials of a taken course.

Voloteers and help

During the School student tutors and volunteers support foreign participants and help them with orientation. The university also provides a transfer to/from airport/train station (upon the request).

 

Сertificate

Upon completion students receive a certificate of a taken course, indicating the number of academic hours and credit points recommended, as well as study materials, workbooks and study books. International TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language) exam is also available for school students (upon prior request).

Leisure

The cultural part of the program combines sports activities, workshops, cultural museums, city tours, bicycle rides, camping, and many other events. Participants of the Summer school are accommodated within walking distance from all educational buildings. The main university campus is located on a picturesque Volga river in the Northern part of the city. The campus is 10 minutes from the center by local transport (trams, minibuses). Nevertheless, students can find everything for a living on campus (food stores, library, gym, canteens, etc…).