π Short-Term Programs for Foreign Citizens MGIMO offers a wide range of short-term programs for international students and researchers, providing a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the academic environment and student life of one of Russia's most prestigious universities. There are three formats available, each with its own distinct opportunities. β Student Exchange Program βͺοΈ This program is designed for students who are currently enrolled at MGIMO's partner universities. Exchange students come to study for one or two semesters on the basis of a bilateral agreement between their home university and MGIMO. βͺοΈ They attend lectures and seminars of their choice in Russian or English, excluding foreign language classes. ποΈ Duration: from 1 semester to a full academic year. π For whom: international students from MGIMO's partner universities. π NB: applications must be submitted through your home university. After finishing their studies at MGIMO and passing their exams, exchange students receive a transcript with ECTS credits. β Visiting Student Program βͺοΈ This program is intended for international students who want to study at MGIMO for one or two semesters but cannot come through a bilateral university agreement. βͺοΈ Visiting students attend lectures and seminars of their choice, taught in either Russian or English, with the exception of foreign language courses. ποΈ Duration: from 1 semester to a full academic year. π For whom: international students whose universities do not have bilateral agreements with MGIMO. π NB: this program does not include Russian language courses. Upon successful completion of their studies and exams, visiting students receive an official transcript with ECTS credits awarded for the courses they have taken. β Research Program βͺοΈThis program is designed for those who wish to gain research experience. βͺοΈIt is open to graduate and PhD students, regardless of whether they are currently enrolled in a university or not. βͺοΈ Researchers get access to the MGIMO library, other information resources, and university facilities. ποΈ Duration: from 2 months to a full academic year. π For whom: graduate and PhD students (regardless of whether they are currently enrolled in a university or not). π NB: attending lectures or seminars is not included in the program. After finishing the program, researchers receive an official certificate. π More detailed information about MGIMO's short-term programs for foreign citizens, you can find on the website. All of these programs offer invaluable international experience, knowledge, and new connections that will significantly strengthen your academic portfolio! π MGIMO International (ENG) / ΠΠΠΠΠ Π΄Π»Ρ ΠΈΠ½ΠΎΡΡΡΠ°Π½ΡΠ΅Π² (RUS)