Hse what is it
Hse what is it
About HSE University
Campuses:
Main campus:
11 Pokrovsky Bulvar,
Moscow 109028 Russia
Email for official correspondence: hse@hse.ru
HSE buildings
Official Documents:
Contacts
Admissions for International Students
International Students Office
International Faculty Recruitment
International Faculty Support
PR Office
Consistently ranked as one of Russia’s top universities, HSE University is a leader in Russian education and one of the preeminent economics and social sciences universities in eastern Europe and Eurasia. Having rapidly grown into a well-renowned research university over two decades, HSE University sets itself apart with its international presence and cooperation.
Our faculty, researchers, and students represent over 100 countries, and are dedicated to maintaining the highest academic standards. Our newly-adopted structural reforms support HSE University’s drive to internationalize and conduct groundbreaking research.
Now a dynamic university with four campuses, HSE University is a leader in combining Russian education traditions with the best international teaching and research practices. HSE University offers outstanding educational programmes from secondary school to doctoral studies, with top departments and research centres in a number of fields. We are ranked among the top 100 institutions worldwide in Politics & International Studies, Sociology, History, Economics & Econometrics in the QS – World University Rankings by Subject.
Since 2013, HSE University has been a member of the 5-100 Russian Academic Excellence Project, a highly selective government programme aimed at boosting the international competitiveness of Russian universities.
HSE cooperates with over 400 universities world-wide through bi- and multilateral projects, the European Commission and other schemes, as well as international associations and network memberships.
Higher School of Economics
Higher School of Economics was founded in the fall of 1992. A few months later, the first master’s degree program in economics was opened in the Russian Federation on the basis of the university. To prepare teachers, the university leadership organized regular internships for employees in foreign universities. The invited foreign professors, who taught part of the lectures for students, helped to adopt international experience in economic theory. In 1994, postgraduate studies opened on the basis of the Higher School, the university began training legal and social specialists.
1997 was marked by signing of an agreement with the London School of Economics and opening of the International College of Economics and Finance (ICEF). From that moment, one of the first double degree programs in the Russian Federation appeared at the HSE. At the very end of the 90s, the university switched to a modular training system: 4 modules per year, 5-6 disciplines in each. As a result, students were able to increase the number of hours for self-study (up to 60%).
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| Finance type | Nonprofit |
| Organization type | Public |
| Established | 1992 |
| Abbreviation | HSE |
| Teachers | 3,451 |
| Students | 22,006 |
| Religion | None |
| Academic calendar | Other |
| Admission | Based on entrance examinations |
| Gender limitation | No limits |
| Campus type | Urban |
| Financial aid | Available |
| Exchange programs | Available |
| Library | Available |
| Motto Non scholae sed vitae discimus | |
| Accreditation • Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation | |
| Affiliations • European University Association (EUA) | |
| World ranking | 576 |
| Country ranking | 10 |
| Quality of teaching | 82 |
| Ranking in world by sphere | |
|---|---|
| Arts and Humanities | 290 |
| Social Sciences and Management | 163 |
| International rankings | |
| UniPage World University Ranking | 576 |
| QS World University Rankings | 520 |
| Russian | Высшая школа экономики |
| old | National Research University Higher School of Economics |
The structure of the HSE
Higher School of Economics has 4 campuses located in Moscow and branches of the university in St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Perm. Undergraduate and graduate students are trained at 16 faculties of the university. On the basis of the HSE, there is a lyceum for students in grades 9-11, in which university teachers train students in 10 areas.
Tuition fees at the HSE University
The complete list of programs with tuition fees is published on the official HSE website: bachelor’s and master’s. Here is the overview of undergraduate programs by direction, minimal cost and seats available.
English-taught undergraduate programs
| Program | Campus | Duration of study | Tuition per year | Seats, fee-paying / for international students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Degree Programme in Economics (with the University of London) | Moscow | 4 years | 14,140 USD | 220 / 35 |
| Parallel Degree Programme in International Relations (with the University of London) | Moscow | 4 years | 11,569 USD | 170 / 10 |
| Double Degree Programme in Data Science and Business Analytics (with the University of London) | Moscow | 4 years | 10,927 USD | 80 / 12 |
| Parallel Degree Programme in Management and Digital Innovation (with the University of London) | Moscow | 4 years | 11,087 USD | 80 / 12 |
| Double Degree Programme in Economics and Politics in Asia (with the Kyung Hee University) | Moscow | 4 years | 8,838 USD | 80 / 15 |
| International Business and Management Studies there are courses in Russian | St. Petersburg | 4 years | 7,231 USD | 120 / 35 |
| Political Science and World Politics there are courses in Russian | St. Petersburg | 4 years | 6,267 USD | 70 / 17 |
| Sociology and Social Informatics there are courses in Russian | St. Petersburg | 4 years | 5,142 USD | 30 / 2 |
Higher School of Economics offers discounts on tuition to international undergraduate applicants in the following categories:
No discounts are availbale for students applying to the programs with no state-funded places, including double-degree programs with the University of London and Kyung Hee University.
In addition, the university provides an opportunity to participate in independent scholarship programs funded by partners.
| Foundation | Applicants only full time | Requirements | Amount/month |
|---|
The benefits of studying in HSE
International preparatory programs
For applicants from other countries, the Higher School of Economics has a preparatory department for teaching the Russian language and general thematic disciplines. International students can choose between three programs available at the HSE.
Requirements for admission to HSE
For admission to the HSE, foreign applicants must undergo remote or face-to-face testing in 2 subjects according to the schedule. It is necessary to register for the tests through the personal account no later than 1 week before the test. The exam programs and samples, as well as minimum required scores, can be accessed on the website.
The results of the Global Scholarship Competition can be also considered.
In general, the process is made up of the following steps:
Admission process for graduate students is just a bit different from that of undergraduates:
The portfolio must include the following:
HSE admission timeline
| Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application submission, entrance examinations for undergraduates or interviews for graduates | November 1 – August 14 |
| Submission of supporting documents | August 14 – August 28 |
| Deadline for signing agreements and enrollment forms | August 28 |
| Deadline for enrollment | August 31 |
| First day of classes | September 1 / October 1 for some master’s programs |
*Check the dates on the official website.
International cooperation
Dual degree programs
Dual degree programs of the Higher School of Economics and foreign universities are mainly designed for master’s students. An exception refers to several 4-year Bachelor’s programs in economics and politics, implemented jointly with the London School of Economics or Kyung Hee University.
For graduate students at the Higher School of Economics, there are about 60 double-degree programs. Curricula are developed in conjunction with partner universities from the United States, Europe, China and Asia. As a rule, one year of study takes place at the HSE, another – in the territory of the foreign educational institution that participates in the joint program. Graduates receive a master’s degree in HSE and a foreign diploma from a partner university. To participate in the program, several conditions must be met:
A catalogue of current DD programs and minimum entry requirements are published on the HSE website.
Academic mobility programs. Stages of selection
HSE students actively participate in international exchange programs with partner universities. Each year, the commission considers more than 1000 applications for 370 competitive quota positions. Tuition is paid by partner universities, students cover all other expenses (visa, travel to and from the host country, accommodation, meals, insurance, etc.). Reception of applications opens 2 times a year: for autumn programs it starts in February, for spring in August.
Students can submit an application both on a free and on a paid basis of full-time education. Students without academic debts who have successfully completed 2 years of bachelor’s / specialist training () or 1 year of master’s / doctoral studies are allowed to participate in the competition. The Commission gives preference to those who participate in such programs for the first time. The main stages of selection are:
HSE Business Education
HSE offers 58 full-time, part-time, and remote professional retraining programs lasting from 8 to 24 months. Training is conducted in 11 areas:
A complete list of MBA, EMBA, DBA, and Executive Master programs from the Higher School of Economics is published on the website.
Additional education
HSE+. The project of the Higher School of Economics for úndergraduate and graduate students, designed to develop additional competencies of students:
Winter schools. Traditional activities during the winter holidays for students who wish to continue their studies at master’s level. Classes are taught in 13 areas, including the School of Law, Social Sciences, and the School of Business Informatics. The format of winter schools is lectures on the subject, presentations of industry leading companies representatives, project activities. HSE provides students with free attendance accommodations and meals. A student needs to pass a selection process to attend.
Student life
The HSE pays attention to the future career of graduates. The Career Development Center consults on resume writing and successful interviewing. The site publishes vacancies and internships from potential employers. To ensure that graduates feel confident even at the very beginning of their careers, classes on solving business cases are regularly held at the HSE. More than 5000 students learn the trends of modern business, develop team cooperation, decision-making and leadership skills.
Infrastructure of the Higher School of Economics
The main building of the Higher School of Economics is located in the center of Moscow on the busy Myasnitskaya Street near the metro stations Lubyanka and Chistye Prudy. Here you can fight the main part of the faculties. Several buildings of the university are located separately, in different areas of the city. All university buildings have Wi-Fi access. Some buildings are adapted for people with disabilities. There are ramps at the entrance, toilet rooms on the 1st floors, equipped with handrails and special cabins. Most buildings have their own libraries and canteens.
At the disposal of the Higher School of Economics are 10 dormitories located within Moscow and the Moscow region. Some have gyms, laundromats, and student canteens. The cost of living is set in the range of 800–27 USD per month, depending on the hostel.
«Campus Dubki» is located in the Moscow region, Odintsovo. 3 multistoried buildings can house over 5,000 nonresident and foreign students. Accommodation is provided in 1, 2, 3 and 4-room apartments with balconies and equipped kitchens. The town has a medical center, ATMs, gyms and separate rooms for self-training. The cost of living is 88 USD per month.
Interesting facts about the Higher School of Economics
Famous alumni
Student feedback on the HSE
Pros. In the educational process, students note a small number of general subjects, sufficient time for self-study and the value of a diploma, which allows you to easily find work after graduation. One of the important advantages, according to students, is the availability of lecture notes prepared by previous students and free attendance at theoretical classes. Many people like the opportunity to participate in creative events, gain additional skills in project work.
Cons. A lot of deadlines that are impossible to postpone, the remote location of the buildings and poor technical equipment of the classrooms are the main complaints in the reviews of most students. A complex training program and problems with the schedule are noted by students of some faculties, for example, law, foreign languages.
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HSE University History
Project
«A Year in History»
HSE’s first professors talk about their academic interests, research projects and achievements, as well as share their thoughts on academic development at our Alma mater
Campuses:
Main campus:
20 Myasnitskaya Ulitsa,
Moscow 101000 Russia
Email for official correspondence: hse@hse.ru
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Admissions for International Students
International Students Office
International Faculty Recruitment
International Faculty Support
PR Office
HSE History
Since its founding in 1992, National Research University – Higher School of Economics (HSE University) has developed from an economics institute into a comprehensive university. Based in Moscow, with branches in St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, and Perm, HSE University continues to grow. Among Russian universities, HSE University is a leader in economics, management, sociology, computer science, public policy, and political science.
We strive to fully prepare our students for their careers, equipping them with the competencies and skills that they need to succeed. Our origins as an economics school mean that, to this day, teaching economics is integral to curricula across faculties.
The idea for the creation of the Higher School of Economics was first born at the turn of the 1990s, when it became clear that the current system of economics education did not sufficiently address the new political and economic realities in Russia. A team of economics lecturers from Moscow State University (MSU), consisting of Evgeny Yasin, Yaroslav Kuzminov, Revold Entov, Oleg Ananyin, and Rustem Nureev, made several attempts to introduce “normal” economics to existing university curricula. They soon realized, however, the necessity to build a new economics school that from its very inception would be based on the principles of global economic science. At this new institution, students would learn to analyze and forecast real processes, work with statistics and economic models, and join the international community of professional economists.
The first attempt involved creating a department of economic theory at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (1989-90) and the MSU faculties of physics and history (1990-91). Students took courses taught by young lecturers who were recent graduates of the economics faculty and traditional political economy courses. Many of those who would later form the core of HSE passed through these departments. They developed a methodology for teaching economic theory in a transition economy country. This initiative was supported by a one-year grant from the Soros Foundation in 1989.
In 1991, Evgeny Yasin and Yaroslav Kuzminov, with active support from Leonid Abalkin and Yegor Gaidar, started to develop the concept for a new state university. Initially, the institution was supposed to be part of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) Department of Economics. At the same time, however, the European Commission offered a grant to support the creation of an institution that would provide economics education that met global standards.
By order of the Russian government, on November 27, 1992, the Higher School of Economics was officially established. Initially, it offered only master’s degrees.
The early days included an intensive ‘teaching of teachers’. Revold Entov taught a course on key problems in economic theory to a team of teachers, mostly from RAS institutes and MSU. Grigory Kantorovich refreshed their knowledge of mathematics. Since 1993, HSE University lecturers have regularly attended trainings at leading European universities.
From its very first days, HSE University sought to provide a combination of tough training with lively discussion and innovative solutions to the most pressing problems in the Russian economy. Leading economists from the government, including Evgeny Yasin, Alexander Shokhin, Sergey Vasiliev, Yakov Urinson, Vladimir Kossov, Evgeny Gavrilenkov, and Mikhail Kopeikin, became professors at HSE.
In 1995, HSE was awarded university status and, in addition to economics, began to teach sociology, management, and law. Efficient teaching teams started to form around new professors such as Ovsey Shkaratan, Leonid Ionin, and Sergey Filonovich.
At the same time, a system of research centres at HSE University was created. They focused on applied research commissioned by the Ministry of Economic Development, the Central Bank of Russia, and the Ministry of Education and Science, as well as private corporations and banks.
By this time, HSE University’s principles had been fully established: to respond to the requirements of world economics and social sciences; to encourage interdisciplinary interaction (economists study law and vice versa); to foster direct links between teaching and reform practices as well as applied research results; to share learnings and experience with the Russian academic community, including in the regions.
Political activity is prohibited at HSE University. Teachers are free to make their own conclusions; they may defend socialist, Keynesian, or liberal principles, as long as their arguments are based on a relevant theoretical analysis of factors.
In 1996, HSE University opened its first regional campus in Nizhny Novgorod. In the following year, HSE University campuses opened in St. Petersburg and Perm.
Traditions
University Mascot
Since 1996, HSE’s official mascot has been the crow. The first illustration was created by artist Anna Arenstein and over the years many different designs have been introduced. You can find the crow on HSE souvenirs and awards and sometimes even in the streets of Moscow, Nizhny Novgorod, Saint Petersburg, or Perm.
In 1997, HSE University became one of the first Russian universities to successfully introduce a ‘double degree programme’ (several years before the Bologna process started). Together with one of the global leaders in economics education, London School of Economics (LSE), HSE University established the International College of Economics and Finance (ICEF). The creation of ICEF’s internationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programmes was possible due to the financial support from major banks, companies, and financial institutions, such as VTB24, Vneshtorgbank, and Sberbank. From the first year of study, ICEF courses are taught in English, and graduates earn two degrees at the same time.
In 2000, HSE University launched its own Publishing House, which specializes in publishing academic, teaching and reference literature in the university’s main areas of activity, including economics, management, sociology, political science, psychology, and law. Since its founding, there have been more than 1500 publications, 100 of which are translated works. The HSE University Textbooks series, introduced in 2003, includes more than 50 titles with more than 170,000 copies printed.
In that same year, the first April International Academic Conference on Economic and Social Development was held at HSE University. Since then, it has become a major annual academic event in Russia. In addition to Russian and international researchers, the event attracts top executives from the Russian Government and Presidential Administration, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, as well as major Russian and international companies.
In 2001, the main university prize, Golden HSE, was awarded for the first time. Since then, the number and categories of nominations have changed, but prizes continue to recognize HSE’s top teachers, researchers, and graduates, as well as others who have greatly contributed to the university’s development. Winners are determined by a vote from HSE University’s Board of Tenured Professors and receive a golden crow statue.
In 2003, HSE University became a member of the European University Association (EUA) and joined the Institutional Management in Higher Education (IMHE) programme of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). The university actively participates in EUA and IMHE projects, which aim to enhance the quality of university programmes, research, and governance. In 2004, HSE carried out an Internationalization Quality Review and began work on research management as part of the Quality Culture Network.
In 2004, HSE University students established their own award, in homage to the eternal question ‘what came first, the chicken or the egg?’ From sports to charity, top student projects and achievements in different fields are awarded an Iron Egg.
Traditions
Golden HSE
HSE’s main prize was first awarded in 2001. The prize categories have changed over the years but always recognize the best teachers, researchers, and graduates, as well as people who have made significant contributions to the university’s development. Winners are determined by a vote of a jury and receive a golden crow statuette.
Iron Egg
What came first, the chicken or the egg? In the spirit of this eternal question, since 2004, HSE University has awarded prizes for the best student projects and achievements in different areas, including sports, charity, and volunteer work.
In 2008, the university adopted a long-term Development Strategy up to 2020. The goal is to make HSE University an internationally-recognized cutting-edge research, educational, analytic, consulting and project centre in social sciences and economics. It seeks to make major contributions to Russia’s innovative development and global competitive ability. A Supervisory Council was also established to conduct public expertise and control the process and efficiency of the strategy’s implementation. The Council consisted of representatives from the government, expert communities, corporations, business associations, media, and the public.
In late 2010 and early 2011, HSE University opened its first international research laboratories. They are jointly headed by renowned international scholars and leading HSE researchers. The laboratories became part of the university strategy to create and develop its research, teaching, and staff potential.
By an order of the Russian government, in 2011, HSE University acquired the Moscow State Institute of Electronics and Mathematics(MIEM), the Management Training Centre, and the GASIS Academy of Continuing Professional Education (GASIS).
In 2011, the concept for the socio-economic development of Russia up to 2020 started to be developed. Strategy 2020 was commissioned by the Russian government and prepared by over one thousand experts. Their work was coordinated by HSE and the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, which became the key platforms for expert discussions, workshops, and debates. Twenty-one expert groups were organized in various areas of social and economic policy. The main work was carried out in 2011 and the following year the strategy was revised by experts. At the same time, surveys were carried out to discover the attitudes of different segments of society to the strategy proposals.
In 2012, the HSE Supervisory Council was established as an autonomous institution. It was initially headed by Alexander Zhukov, Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, and German Gref, CEO of Sberbank, became Deputy Chairman. In 2016, the list of the Supervisory Council members was updated, and the council is currently led by Sergey Kirienko, First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Administration of Russia.
For the first time, in 2012, HSE entered the top 500-550 category of the QS World University Rankings, which assess universities in terms of research, reputation among employers, teaching, and internationalization.
Traditions
The HSE Day
The first HSE Day was held in September 2012 to celebrate HSE University’s twentieth anniversary. Held in Moscow’s iconic Gorky Park, the annual event marks the beginning of the academic year and combines Freshman Day with an alumni reunion and faculty open houses. Over the years, HSE Day has become a tradition not only for members of the university but also from the greater Moscow community.
In 2013, HSE University became one of 15 universities to win the competition to participate in the 5-100 Project. The goal of the project is to develop modern, world-renowned universities in Russia by 2020. This includes creating effective management structures, increasing international academic reputation, and becoming global trend-setters in higher education.
That same year, HSE University began to work with Coursera, one of the world’s largest online education platforms. Over the course of a year, a total of 350,000 people from 190 countries, including Russia, India, China, Great Britain, USA, Brazil, Germany, Kazakhstan, and Ukraine, enrolled in HSE courses.
In September 2013, the HSE Lyceum opened as part of the university. It is the first secondary school in Moscow that teaches according to new education principles, promoting ‘cooperation and mutual respect, regardless of age and status’. Students are given freedom of choice, are taught to take risks and not be afraid of making mistakes, to make their own decisions, and to be responsible for the outcomes. Lyceum students determine their own educational trajectories: they create their own study plans, choosing the subjects they want to study. There are required subjects, such as Russian language and mathematics, but students can choose the level of study (basic or advanced).
Traditions
Graduation
Since 2013, HSE University has held themed graduation parties at different venues around Moscow. From caps and gowns to speeches and concerts, it is a classic graduation ceremony that is followed by a massive party for all graduates.
In March 2014, together with Yandex, HSE University established a new Faculty of Computer Science. It brought together the School of Software Engineering, the School of Applied Mathematics and Information Science, and the Joint Department with Yandex.
In that same year, major internal reforms began at HSE University with the creation of ‘big faculties’, which are responsible for implementing educational programmes. The main reasons for the reform were the need to optimize management, to transfer resources and responsibilities from the central budget to big departments, as well as to overcome ‘departmentization’ (when certain subjects had little or no interaction with those in other departments). As a result, by the beginning of 2015, 11 big faculties had been formed at the Moscow campus from 28 faculties and schools.
In 2015, HSE University continued to make progress in international university rankings, placing in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. HSE University was the only Russian university to rank in the categories ‘Development Studies’ (51-100), ‘Economics and Econometrics’ (151-200), and ‘Sociology’ (151-200). The university also ranked for ‘Philosophy’ (151-200).
On September 1, 2015, the first HSE University’s online courses opened on the National Open Education Platform. That same month, HSE University received about 35,000 applications from 13,000 potential students to open optional courses.
In December 2015, HSE University’s student government was reformed to include a Student Council and a Student Rights Commissioner (Ombudsman).
In 2016 the HSE Business Incubator was named Incubator of the Year in Russia by the Internet Initiative Development Fund. The same year, UBI Global ranked it 14 th among the world’s best university business incubators (and 7 th within Europe), and it was the only Russian incubator in UBI Global Top 25. In 2018, it was ranked 7th globally.
In 2016, the university entered the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for the first time, appearing in the 401-500 range (out of 980 universities) and fourth among Russian universities. HSE University was also ranked in the THE top 100 rankings for ‘Business and Economics’, becoming the only Russian institution in that field. In 2016, HSE University rose 90 positions in the QS Rankings, entering the 411-420 range.
In September 2016, the number of students enrolled in HSE University’s online courses through Coursera and the National Open Education Platform exceeded one million.
The HSE Lyceum has become one of Russia’s top 10 secondary schools and ranks as the second best school in Moscow. It is regarded as the best school in the country for social sciences, humanities and economics, and the second best for philology.
In October 2016, a Faculty of Physics was founded as part of HSE University. The faculty was created in collaboration with leading Russian Academy of Science institutes such as the Landau Institute for Theoretical Physics, the Kapitza Institute for Physical Problems, the Institute of Solid State Physics, the Prokhorov General Physics Institute, the Institute for Spectroscopy, and the Space Research Institute.
In 2017, HSE University launched Data Culture project. It aims to to provide all undergrads with insight into the latest technologies used in data analysis.
In 2018, HSE University held the first International Economics Olympiad for secondary school students. Teams from 15 countries took part.
In 2019, a supercomputer, later named cHARISMa (Computer of HSE for Artificial Intelligence and Supercomputer Modelling), was installed at HSE University.
Master of Data Science—the first master’s programme in Russia to be offered completely online through the Coursera global education platform—was launched.
A new building complex on Pokrovsky Boulevard was opened. The renovated complex includes 13 buildings and is one of the most advanced university campuses both in Moscow and Russia. Its three huge atriums connect historical buildings in an integrated space.
The Faculty of Geography and Geoinformation Technology was created at HSE University in partnership with the RAS Institute of Geography.
At the beginning of 2020, the HSE Academic Council adopted the Programme of HSE Development up to 2030. Under the programme, the university aims to achieve a globally recognized level of research, education and project work within ten years, as well as to become one of the world’s leading research universities in all its areas of activity.
In May, during the pandemic lockdown, HSE University opened a building in Minecraft. HSE Minecraft has become an important platform for open days, parties and concerts, as well as for lectures, seminars and other types of classes.
HSE University became the first in Russia to publish a report on the implementation of its third mission. The report included 180 projects in 12 fields in which the university has served as initiator or partner. In total, these projects include about 1,300 online and on-site events with over 5,000,000 participants.
In September, the HSE Endowment Fund exceeded one billion roubles, becoming one of the top three biggest Russian public university endowment funds in terms of assets.
Inter-campus courses were added to the university curriculum. Thanks to an integrated schedule for all HSE campuses, the courses allowed students from different cities to learn from one or several teachers simultaneously.
In 2021, the University launched its first fully online bachelor’s programme: Computer Science and Data Analysis.
There were changes in the HSE University administration. Nikita Anisimov became Rector, Yaroslav Kuzminov took the position of Academic Supervisor, and Evgeny Yasin became Honorary Academic Supervisor.
Education: More Than Economics
When it was first founded in 1992, HSE University was an economics university that trained economists, managers, and sociologists. But modern education is interdisciplinary in nature, with major breakthroughs and discoveries often taking place at the crossroads of different disciplines. HSE University follows the example of world-famous universities such as MIT and Caltech that integrate the study of economics, engineering, and the humanities.
HSE is now a fully comprehensive university with campuses in four cities and composed of more than 15 faculties, including electronics, computer science, mathematics, communications, media, and design, world economy and international affairs, urban and regional studies, and, most recently, physics, chemistry, biology, and geography.
| All levels of academic instruction – from secondary school to doctoral programmes | A wide range of academic subjects – instruction not only in economics and other social sciences, but also in the humanities, engineering, and computer science |
| Support for students and instructors to carry out entrepreneurial initiatives | Exchange and double-degree programmes with universities around the world |
Pre-University
Since 2013, the HSE Lyceum has operated in Moscow, providing secondary school education to more than 1,000 students. Ranking as one of the top ten schools in Russia, the school takes an innovative approach to education, giving students the opportunity to design their own curricula and take classes from HSE professors.
Preparatory Programmes were launched in 2014 and provide pre-university training to international students who seek to join Russian-taught programmes but could benefit from intensive Russian language courses of various duration. Students choose a track (humanities, economics, or engineering) reflecting what they intend to study so that they can acquire the specific vocabulary they will need to succeed in their programme.
Undergraduate Studies
Graduate Studies
(This information is up to date for the 2021 admissions period)
Study Abroad and Double Degree Programmes
HSE University maintains close cooperation with leading international universities, business schools, and research centres. Today, HSE University has over 422 international partners from 65 countries and is involved in over 770 international agreements (including about 400 student exchange agreements, some of which are implemented at the faculty level).
Double Degree Programmes
HSE University offers 64 double degree programmes at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. One of the key university’s partners is the University of London. Since 1997, HSE University and the London School of Economics and Political Science (a division of the University of London) have been implementing programmes at the International College of Economics and Finance (ICEF) that are approved by LSE and award dual degrees from HSE University and from the University of London. HSE University also implements undergraduate double degree programmes with the University of London in International Relations, Data Science, English Legal System, and Digital Innovation in Management.
Doctoral Studies
HSE University was the first Russian university to introduce the system of subject-area-specific doctoral schools that implement unified internal standards of research and thesis preparation. Another task of doctoral schools is to promote peer-led intellectual and collaborative exchange among doctoral students.
HSE University has 20 doctoral schools in the following fields:
It is not uncommon in Russia for doctoral students to have to work full-time and not have enough time for research. At HSE University, doctoral students are deeply involved in research. The University therefore offers scholarships as part of the Full-Time Advanced Doctoral Programme. Students of the programme are required to focus solely on research. They are paid a monthly stipend of 30,000 roubles and may work in a paid position at one of HSE University’s research departments.
Full-Time Advanced Doctoral Programme Features:
In 2020, HSE University launched a new form of support for students who plan to pursue academic careers – the Combined Master’s-PhD Track. It supports those who, upon earning their undergraduate degree, know that they would like to work as researchers in the future. For those who choose the combined track, the individual Master’s curriculum is coordinated and adjusted by the relevant doctoral school based on the topic and tasks of the student’s research. The academic supervisor of the student’s Master’s thesis is potentially the supervisor of their PhD thesis. Meanwhile, students complete all the compulsory elements of their Master’s education.
Continuing Professional Education
HSE University has implemented educational programmes for adults for over two decades: they help upgrade their skills or get professional retraining in management, finance, HR management, accounting and other fields, as well as prepare for certificate and attestation exams. The programmes are developed on the basis of the best Russian and international practices, taking market demands and professional standard requirements into account. Programme instructors are HSE University lecturers, Russian and international experts with vast practical experience, top executives of successful companies, expert professionals, business consultants, and governmental representatives.
Instruction is offered in Russian and foreign languages.
Today, HSE University offers the following programmes:
HSE University has a wide selection of corporate education programmes.
* HSE University’s MBA programmes have been accredited by NASDOBR, the National Accreditation Council of Business and Management Education.
Massive Open Online Courses
HSE University has been partnering with Coursera since 2013. Since then, HSE has become one of the top 10 global universities with the highest number of MOOCs (massive open online courses) on the platform.
In 2018, HSE University’s most popular Coursera specialization, Advanced Machine Learning, was included on the ‘Best Contents on Coursera’ list, and in 2019, HSE University won Coursera’s Outstanding Educator Award for this specialization. HSE University offers a total of ten specializations on Coursera.
HSE offers courses on Coursera in theoretical and applied economics, finance, applied mathematics, data science, psychology, and the humanities. All courses have been developed and maintained by the University’s leading faculty and staff. The number of subscriptions to HSE’s 123 online courses and 10 specializations on the platform exceeded 3.5 million in 2020. Students from 195 countries have taken MOOCs offered by HSE University.
At the beginning of 2020, HSE University launched Russia’s first English-taught Master’s programme to be offered completely online, the Master of Data Science Programme. The Programme aims to prepare experts in modern data analysis, machine learning development, and data science.
HSE University also offers a wide range of courses on Russian National Education Platform, launched in 2014 by major Russian universities.