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• Working in Russia: A Guide For International Students

  One of the biggest questions that international students have is: can I work while I study? Whether it is working at a library or a cafe, many would love a part-time job to gain some extra money. And they can do it! In Russia, international students can work on a student visa – and sometimes you don’t even need a work permit! Find out more in this article.

  12.07.2022

• Student Spotlight: Hrishikesh Gujrathi, India

  “As an international student, I've adapted to my new life in St. Petersburg pretty well. I'm very happy with everything here and really enjoy being around everyone,” says Hrishikesh, an international Master’s student at ITMO. In today’s interview, we talked about ITMO’s programs and how Hrishikesh became interested in them. He also shares his view on how Russia compares to India and other countries when it comes to studying AI, robotics, and computer science.

  07.07.2022

• Student Spotlight: Khánh Huyền, Vietnam

  Most students are afraid of math, but for this young woman from Vietnam, calculus and probability are things of joy. Meet Khánh Huyền, a student of ITMO University’s Foundation Program. Come September, she will enter the Bachelor’s program in programming and artificial intelligence. In this interview, she talks about her life as an international student at ITMO.

  23.06.2022

• Top-Notch Summer: International Students’ Insights

  We love summer for its easy-going and adventurous spirit, as well as for its hot days and starry nights. What do our international students do to make the most of their holidays here in Russia? Read on to discover their plans and goals for the sunny season.

  22.06.2022

• Student Spotlight: Nataly Tapia, Ecuador

  From the Andes to the Urals, the decision to study abroad was an exciting one for Nataly, an international student at ITMO. Presently, she is a student at the Foundation Program where she is learning Russian. Later this year, she will start her Bachelor’s degree program in biotechnology. What made her interested in biotechnology? How did she come across ITMO? Nataly shares it all in this conversation with ITMO.NEWS.

  16.06.2022

• Our International Students’ Go-To Lunch Spots

  The renowned American chef Alice Waters once said: “Food can be very transformational, and it can be more than just about a dish.” When it comes to food, everyone has their own unique preferences. And luckily, there are options galore in St. Petersburg. But what about international students? Do they prefer cooking foods from home or adventurously trying something new? Let’s find out.

  10.06.2022

• Student Spotlight: Mohammad-Hossein Vaziri-Moghim, Iran

  Between accompanying his father on business trips and studying at ITMO, Mohammad-Hossein has had plenty of time to get to know St. Petersburg like a pro. What made him interested in robotics and artificial intelligence? Why ITMO? He answers these questions and more in today’s interview.

  09.06.2022

• Student Spotlight: Mostafa Abdallah, Egypt

  Hailing from the land of pharaohs, Mostafa is an international student at ITMO. He is currently enrolled in the Foundation Program but will go on to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in communication systems. In this interview, he talks about his journey from Cairo to St. Petersburg. Read on to learn more about him and his experiences at ITMO.

  02.06.2022

• Student Spotlight: Devtanu Bose, India

  All the way from Kolkata, India Devtanu is a Master’s student in robotics and artificial intelligence at ITMO. He is also an intern in Nancy, France where he is working on a project in thermal physics. In this interview, he shares his story of getting selected for this internship and successfully making it to France amidst travel restrictions. Besides studies, he is also a Real Madrid faithful and wishes to witness the Champions League final at the Stade de France in Paris.

  26.05.2022

• Student Spotlight: Talha Imtiaz, Pakistan

  A man of many talents, Talha Imtiaz joined ITMO as an international student in 2020. After two long years of hard work and perseverance, he is now about to graduate with a Master’s degree. In our conversation, he talks about his current research and future plans. Read on to learn more about the experiences of this soon-to-be ITMO graduate.

  19.05.2022