International Scientific
and Technological Relations

41.04.05 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

PROGRAMS
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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.
ENGLISH
2 YEARS
MASTER'S DEGREE
360 000 RUB/YEAR*
*relevant for 2024/25 admission year
PREVIOUS EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree
or Equivalent
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Passport
Degree Certificate
Academic Transcript
ENTRANCE EXAMS
Admission Requirements
Program Supervisor
Andrey I. Cherkasskiy
Deputy Director of the Institute
of International Relations
Tel: +7 (495) 788 56 99, ext. 8413
E-mail: AICherkasskij@mephi.ru
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
Sebastian Cuenca,
Bolivia
What Our Alumni Say about the Program
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.
What documents do I need to fill out the application form?
Frequently asked questions
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
For preliminary evaluation of your documents you need to submit the following set:
  • ID (Passport)
  • Degree Certificate
  • Transcript
Once you have obtained a conditional acceptance letter you need to start preparing the application set:
  • Passport scan copy with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • High School Certificate or Previous Degree Diploma with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Transcript of Records with the notarised translation to Russian language.
  • Medical Certificate that confirms no contra-indications for studying in Russia + Negative AIDS/HIV test certificate issued by an official healthcare authority of your country.
  • Photo in passport-format.
This set of documents is required in order to register an applicant for entrance examinations.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
When are the application dates for 2024-2025 admission?
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
We start considering new applications and processing the documents in June, 2025.
Examination dates are determined for each subject specifically and depends on the program level and major. Make sure to contact our admission officers to learn the schedule of the entrance exams for your program.
Full admission set with all necessary documents and notarised translations shall be submitted no later than August 20, 2025.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Does MEPhI provide housing for international students?
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Our University offers housing at MEPhI residence halls to all international students.
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
How much is the tuition fee?
Am I eligible to study on your degree programs with my current education?
Tuition fee cost varies depending on the education level and program of your choice.
Tuition fee prices for 2024/25 have not been confirmed yet. Please refer to the prices in 2023/24 for your convenience.
Bachelor's Degree programs - from 159 500 RUB / year
Specialist's Degree programs - from 315 600 RUB / year
Master's Degree programs - from 162 800 RUB / year
PhD programs - from 380 600 RUB / year
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Fill out the contact form and our admissions officers will assist you with the application