Program Overview

International Scientific and Technological Relations

41.04.05 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

The program is based on a unique educational concept with no analogues in Russia, and is aimed at training international specialists with deep interdisciplinary knowledge and practical skills, confidently oriented in various spheres of international activity and able to quickly make decisions in an ever-changing environment. High professional level and fluency in at least two foreign languages allow graduates to practice in the largest Russian and international organizations.

Program Details

• Language: ENGLISH
• Duration: 2 YEARS
• Degree: MASTER'S DEGREE
• Tuition Fee: 360 000 RUB/YEAR (relevant for 2025/26 admission year)

Admission Requirements

• Previous Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
• Required Documents:
  • Passport
  • Degree Certificate
  • Academic Transcript
• Entrance Exams: Subject Interview

Program Supervisor

Andrey I. Cherkasskiy, Deputy Director of the Institute of International Relations

Key Disciplines

• History and Theory of Diplomacy
• Risk Assessment and Management Methods
• English for Specific Purposes: Cross-Cultural Communication
• English for Specific Purposes: Translation and Interpreting Practice
• Project Management: Waterfall to Agile
• Psychology of International Cooperation
• International Scientific and Technological Cooperation
• International Economic Relations
• Financial, Economic, Competitive Analysis of Individual Segments of the Hi-tech World Market
• Management of International Scientific and Technological Projects
• Scientific Diplomacy
• Analytical Systems
• Risk Management

Areas of Research and Training

International cooperation and scientific diplomacy are key areas of focus, with an emphasis on practical skills and interdisciplinary knowledge.

Alumni Testimonial

I am enormously grateful to this great country, especially to the university, for having given me the opportunity to learn in a totally unique environment. The language, technical subjects, international relations subjects, everything was well-taught and explained. From the very beginning, the professors and groupmates helped me to overcome difficulties and improve myself as a professional. Thanks to this experience, I feel ready to take on responsibilities to contribute to the field of international cooperation in my country.