Polytech Global

Welcome to Russia! Congratulations, you became students in the Russian Federation! We are happy to welcome you and wish you success in academics, science and in your chosen speciality! And to facilitate your adaptation in the new conditions, we have prepared for you a memo with the most up-to-date information that will be useful to you in Russia. What can you learn from it?

❇️ Key phone numbers of government services, federal agencies and institutions; ❇️ Dates of major public holidays; ❇️ Information about the documents required to enter the country; ❇️ First 5 steps when arriving in Russia; ❇️ Information on departure; ❇️ Documents to carry out with you all the time; ❇️ Useful links and advices.

Download the attached document or follow the QR code in the comments. #global #info #docs

Welcome to Russia! Congratulations, you became students in the Russian Federation! We are happy to welcome you and wish you success in academics, science and in your chosen speciality! And to facilitate your adaptation in the new conditions, we have prepared for you a memo with the most up-to-date information that will be useful to you in Russia. What can you learn from it?

❇️ Key phone numbers of government services, federal agencies and institutions; ❇️ Dates of major public holidays; ❇️ Information about the documents required to enter the country; ❇️ First 5 steps when arriving in Russia; ❇️ Information on departure; ❇️ Documents to carry out with you all the time; ❇️ Useful links and advices.

Download the attached document or follow the QR code in the comments. #global #info #docs

Друзья! Сегодня наша страна отмечает День Защитника Отечества! Сейчас этот праздник приобретает особое значение, ведь все наши мысли и молитвы с теми, кто защищает свободу и будущее Родины! Россия всегда гордилась своими защитниками – смелыми, мужественными, честными, готовыми на подвиги ради своей Земли, своего Дома, своего Отечества.

От всей души желаю нашим воинам здоровья и благополучия! Пусть Господь хранит вас!

С Праздником! 👻 MAX

🎉 DOUBLE THE CELEBRATION: Maslenitsa at our University! 🥞 Friends! This year, winter is giving way to spring in a big way — we are celebrating two Maslenitsa festivals! We invite you to experience one of the most joyful and "delicious" holidays in Russia. Come eat pancakes, join the circle dances, and say goodbye to the cold! 🔥 🗓 Event Schedule:

📅 When: February 21 (Friday) 🕖 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Where: Interclub (30 Grazhdansky Prospekt, Dormitory #13) A warm atmosphere, board games, and, of course, pancakes await you!

🗓 When: February 22 (Saturday) 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM 📍 Where: Student Club (11/2 Pargolovskaya Street) The main event of the weekend! Dancing, contests, traditional games, and loads of pancakes!

ATTENTION DEAR CANDIDATES! Please note that interviews will be held on 24, 25, 26 and 27 February 2026 with the candidates applying to the scholarship of the Russian Federation for the Postgraduate (Doctoral) degree. Interviews will be held online. Please note that candidates applying for Additional Vocational Training, Secondary Vocational Education, Bachelor’s Degrees, Specialist Degrees, Master’s Degrees and Residency Degrees will NOT be undergoing interviews. They will be evaluated based on the criteria indicated in the previous post (https://t.me/russian_house_syria/5285). The schedule and list of candidates undergoing the interview will be posted soon on our official Telegram Channel (https://t.me/russian_house_syria).   حضرة المتقدين على المنحة الروسية المحترمين! يرجى العلم بأن المقابلات ستُعقد في أيام 24 و25 و26 و27 شباط ٢٠٢٦ مع المتقدمين على منحة روسيا الاتحادية للدراسات العليا (الدكتوراه). ستُجرى المقابلات عبر الإنترنت. يُرجى العلم أيضًا بأن المتقدمين لبرامج التدريب المهني الإضافي، والتعليم المهني الثانوي، ودرجات البكالوريوس/ الإجازة، والتخصصوالماجستير والإقامة الطبية لن يخضعوا لمقابلات. سيتم تقييمهم بناءً على المعايير الموضحة في المنشور السابق (https://t.me/russian_house_syria/5285).   سيتم نشر جدول بأرقام المرشحين الخاضعين للمقابلات وتوقيت المقابلات قريبًاعلى قناتنا الرسمية في تلغرام (https://t.me/russian_house_syria).

We’re excited to launch our new section — “Facilities”! These posts are designed to help our international students and colleagues discover amazing places to visit on the Polytechnic campus. Each post will take you inside one of our iconic locations and show why it’s so special. Our first guest is the White Hall, the very heart of Polytech 🤍 📍Polytechnicheskaya St., 29, The Main Building Step inside the stunning White Hall, one of the most beautiful ceremonial halls. For over 115 years, it has been at the center of university and city life, bringing together literature, music, science, and technology. The White Hall has been a living chronicle of cultural life, hosting musical and theatrical projects, philharmonic concerts, educational programs, and initiatives that promote music and the arts. Here, you can experience the cultural highlights of the season!

🎟 Rules for Visiting the White Hall Free admission: – Members of the SPbPU Veterans Council – SPbPU undergraduate and postgraduate students 35% discount: – SPbPU staff 30% discount: – Students of secondary and higher education institutions in Saint Petersburg (with student ID) Important notes: – Discounts and free tickets apply only to events organized by the White Hall Cultural Programs Directorate according to the official program, excluding concerts held under external contracts or special events organized by the Rectorate or Directorate head. – Discounted tickets are available at the box office upon presentation of the required document. Sales start 1 hour before the event.

Stay tuned and don’t miss the season’s most exciting events! Check out the announcement website for the full schedule and upcoming highlights. #facilities #globa

February Holidays: how do we study, work and relax ahead of February 23? On February 23, Russia celebrates Defender of the Fatherland Day. This year the holiday falls on a weekend, so there are a few changes to the work and study schedule. Here’s everything you need to know: 🟢 February 21 – Day off for employees on a five-day workweek – Working and study day for those on a six-day workweek – Classes held as scheduled 🟢 February 22 – Day off 🟢 February 23 – Defender of the Fatherland Day (public holiday, non-working day) 🟢 February 24 – Regular working and study day – Classes as scheduled Plan your week in advance and enjoy the holiday break — especially if you're going to the concert in The White Hall! #info #global photo: The White Hall

🚀 Gagarin Readings 2026 – English Session at MAI The Moscow Aviation Institute invites international students & postgraduates to its conference! Submit your research for the English-speaking session. Key Topics: Aerospace tech, engines, control systems, robotics, new materials, and more.

📄 Abstract Requirements: Max 3000 characters (no figures/tables). One report per author. 🗓 Deadline: March 10, 2026 📑 Proceedings indexed in the Russian Science Citation Index.

Submit & details: https://gagarin.mai.ru/en

Дорогие друзья! Сегодня нашему любимому Политеху исполняется 127 лет! Эти годы наполнены ярчайшими научными открытиями, постоянным движением вперед и энергией созидания на благо Отечества!

Мы гордимся своей Альма-матер, учеными и инженерами прошлого и настоящего. Политех уверенно смотрит в будущее: являясь участником крупнейших федеральных программ, создавая технологии, востребованные индустрией, воспитывая новые поколения специалистов самого высокого уровня.

Процветай, родной Политех! 👻 MAX

Happy birthday, our lovely Polytech! 🎉 Congratulate us in comments! Video by @polytech_petra

Happy Chinese New Year! 🐉🧧

🇨🇳 值此2026年马年春节之际，恭祝您和家人在新的一年里事业如骏马奔腾，生活幸福美满，岁岁平安，阖家欢乐!

We extend our warmest wishes to our students, faculty, staff, and global community. May the Year of the Horse inspire hope, harmony, and positive beginnings for you and your loved ones. As we celebrate this season of renewal, we desire it encourages wonderful opportunities, meaningful connections, and personal and academic growth for everyone in our university. Let’s embrace the spirit of togetherness, learning, and new beginnings as we move forward into a prosperous year!

We are still here 🤩

💚Наших политехников избрали и стали председателем и заместителем председателя Петербургского отделения Ассоциации индонезийских студентов в России (PERMIRA St. Petersburg)😍🇮🇩🇷🇺 🎊После всеобщих выборов среди индонезийских студентов в Санкт-Петербурге, с гордостью поздравляем Фикрии Шалехи и Райхана Фаррелла Умара за инаугурацию в качестве председателя и заместителя главной и старейшей студенческой организации индонезийских студентов в северной столице!❤️‍🔥 🔥Удачи во всех поставленных целях, будьте всегда вдохновение для всех индонезийцев и укрепите российско-индонезийского студенческого сотрудничество в Санкт-Петербурге! ⚡️

📣 Справочная информация: Ассоциация индонезийских студентов в России «PERMIRA» основанная в 1998 году, объединяет около 800 студентов через 15 региональных отделений. Её ключевые цели: – защита прав студентов, – развитие человеческого капитала, – укрепление российско-индонезийского студенческого сотрудничества. Для этого ассоциация реализует стратегические проекты: от адаптации первокурсников и образовательных семинаров до карьерных тренингов и программ общественной дипломатии. Главными партнёрами стали Посольство Индонезии, Русский домом в Джакарте, Всемирной ассоциацией индонезийских студентов, научными и бизнес-сообществами из обеих стран. «PERMIRA» не только оказывает поддержку студентам, но и способствует увеличению правительственной квоты на обучение в России. Петербургское отделение «PERMIRA St. Petersburg» объединяет на данный момент 113 студентов и реализует проекты совместно с городскими властями и организациями, включая празднование Дня независимости Индонезии, первый Симпозиум «PERMIRA» и участие в социально значимых мероприятиях. На 2026 год запланированы: (1) Российско-индонезийские спортивные игры, (2) PERMIRA Camp: Российско-индонезийский студенческий слёт, (3) Российско-индонезийский модель народного собрания, (4) празднование 81-й годовщины Дня независимости Республики в Санкт-Петербурге, (5) AMARTI: Культурно-творческий проект и другие стратегические инициативы. 

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💚Mahasiswa/i kami telah resmi terpilih dan dilantik sebagai Ketua dan Wakil Ketua Perhimpunan Mahasiswa Indonesia di Rusia Perwakilan St. Petersburg (PERMIRA St. Petersburg)😀🇮🇩🇷🇺 Dengan bangga kami ucapkan selamat kepada Fikria Shaleha dan Farrell Umar Rayhan atas pelantikan mereka sebagai Ketua dan Wakil Ketua organisasi mahasiswa utama, tertua, dan paling strategis di ibu kota utara Rusia ini! Semoga sukses dan tercapai visi, misi dan target program kerjanya serta selalu menjadi inspirasi bagi seluruh masyarakat Indonesia di St. Petersburg! 📣Informasi umum: Perhimpunan Mahasiswa Indonesia di Rusia (PERMIRA), yang didirikan pada tahun 1998 dengan menyatukan sekitar 800 mahasiswa melalui 15 perwakilannya. Tujuan utamanya adalah: – melindungi hak-hak mahasiswa, – mengembangkan sumber daya manusia, – memperkuat kerja sama mahasiswa Indonesia dan Rusia. Untuk mencapai tujuan ini, perhimpunan ini melaksanakan proyek-proyek strategis, mulai dari orientasi mahasiswa tahun pertama dan seminar pendidikan hingga pelatihan karier dan program diplomasi publik. Mitra utama perhimpunan ini antara lain KBRI Moskow, Rumah Rusia di Jakarta, Perhimpunan Pelajar Indonesia Dunia, serta komunitas akademis dan bisnis dari kedua negara. PERMIRA tidak hanya memberikan dukungan kepada mahasiswa tetapi juga berkontribusi dalam meningkatkan kuota pemerintah untuk pendidikan di Rusia. PERMIRA St. Petersburg saat ini mewakili 113 mahasiswa. Perwakilan ini melaksanakan proyek-proyek yang bekerja sama dengan pemerintah kota dan berbagai organisasi, termasuk perayaan Hari Kemerdekaan Indonesia, Simposium PERMIRA pertama, dan partisipasi dalam acara-acara penting secara sosial. Berikut ini adalah rencana kegiatan pada tahun 2026: (1) Pesta Olahraga Rusia-Indonesia, (2) PERMIRA Camp: Camp Mahasiswa Indonesia-Rusia, (3) Model Majelis Rakyat Indonesia-Rusia, (4) Perayaan Hari Kemerdekaan Republik Indonesia ke-81 di St. Petersburg, (5) AMARTI: Proyek Budaya dan Kreatif serta inisiatif strategis lainnya.

🌏 SPbPU goes global: We are heading to Jakarta! 🇮🇩 Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) is thrilled to announce our participation in the upcoming education exhibition in Jakarta, Indonesia, from February 12 to 15, 2026! 🎓 This is a unique opportunity for Indonesian applicants and their parents to meet the official representatives of one of Russia’s leading technical universities.

Why visit our booth? ✅ Learn about Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs in Engineering, IT, Economics, and more. ✅ Discover scholarship opportunities and tuition fees. ✅ Get detailed information on admission rules and visa support. ✅ Find out about life on campus in the cultural capital of Russia — St. Petersburg.

📍 Location: Jakarta Convention Center 📅 Date: February 12–15, 2026 Don’t miss your chance to start your journey with Polytechnic! We look forward to seeing you there. 🇷🇺🤝🇮🇩

Meet Atonfak Donfak Etienne Gaetan, a graduate from Gabon! 🇬🇦 He shares a sincere perspective on the academic rigor and support at our university: "The university is strong but demanding. If you fail your exams, you can be expelled, even if you pay for your studies. The teachers were understanding: if something was unclear because of the language, they stayed after class and explained it in English. My most vivid memories are of defending my thesis. There were only three of us in the department, but the commission evaluated our work."

His story highlights the challenging standards, the dedicated support from professors, and the triumph of a successful defense.

📖 Read his full interview to learn how St. Petersburg became his second home: english.spbstu.ru