RUSSIAN YEAR ABROAD 2 0 1 9 / 2 0 2 0 ABOUT US

We are a dedicated team of Education specialists, located in central

• We have been helping students from the University of with organising their Year Abroad in for

the last few years. EBC Consultancy • We help you and guide you throughout the application process and course duration. • We are partnered with Russian language schools and universities in Russia, and Latvia. • We have an experience of studying abroad ourselves.

WHERE CAN YOU STUDY? EBC Consultancy

MOSCOW ST PETERSBURG KIEV State University; Kazan Federal NovaMova Russian Language Liden & Denz St Petersburg State University; Petrozavodsk State University Liden & Denz University School Liden & Denz; Derzhavin Institute MOSCOW

• One of the largest and fast-paced cities in the world. • Historical, political and business centre of Russia. • World famous sightseeings (, the Kremlin and Moscow underground).

EBC Consultancy • Constant city development (transport links, parks, pedestrianised areas). • Dynamic social scene: modern art centres, unique cafes, various music concerts and great theatre plays. • Moscow is ranked 28th among Best Cities for Students according to QS 2018. ST PETERSBURG

• Cultural capital of Russia (more than 200 museums and 100 theatres). • Young European city with great history. • UNESCO World Heritage status (Winter Palace, Palace Square, Peter and Paul Cathedral).

EBC Consultancy • For those who like Russian literature… • Convenient geographical position. • All seasons city. • St Petersburg is ranked 76th among Best Cities for Students according to QS 2018. • Named as one of the best destinations to travel in by Travelers’ Choice Award 2017. • Easy to get adapted to it. KAZAN

• Capital of the Republic of aka the third capital of Russia.

• A melting pot of cultures, religions and architecture styles. EBC Consultancy • A host of major events in the sporting world (Summer , World Fencing Championship, World Cup 2018). • UNESCO World Heritage status (the ). • It can get cold in winter. PETROZAVODSK

• The capital of the Republic of . • Small, green and safe Russian town. •

EBC Consultancy Good transport connection with St Petersburg and . • Must visit sights: and Valaam Monastery. • Traditional Russian activities: fishing, mushroom and berry picking. • It is great but not for everyone! KIEV

• The capital of Ukraine – a city with a very rich history. • Beautiful sightseeings (Kyevo-Pecherskaya Lavra, St Sophia’s Cathedral, Motherland monument).

• Changes and development. EBC Consultancy • Great variety of things to do outdoor, especially during the summer months. • Climate is milder than in Russia. • Great food. • Visa-free entry for many nationalities. • Low cost of living. RIGA

• member. • A classical European city (cosy town centre with residential areas on the outskirts).

• Vibrant social life: experimental restaurants, modern art EBC Consultancy centres, central market. • Famous Riga Dom- home to one of the largest pipe organs in the world. • Affordable and regular flights- study and explore. • Sea-resort Jurmala is a short drive away. • Visa-free entry for many nationalities.

Ranked 5th among BRICS universities according to QS University Rankings 2018.

• Highly qualified lecturers and teachers. Amongst them are the authors of the ‘Road to Russia’ textbook range. • Intensive programme (26 academic hours per week).

• If you have a good level of Russian, 8 of your classes will be EBC Consultancy dedicated to such subjects as Russian history and culture (subjects are chosen by students). • Fixed semester dates (Academic year: September 2019 – June 2020) • Electronic version of Letter of Invitation; usually ready a month before the start of the course. • Read the feedback about MSU in our blog. ST PETERSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY

Top choice amongst our students

• The oldest university in Russia, founded in 1724. • Prestigious Russian Language and Culture Institute with over 60 years of experience. • Great teachers with wealth of knowledge.

EBC Consultancy • 20 academic hours per week. • Flexible start dates and programme duration. • A range of accommodation options (excellent host families). • Notes about SPSU by UoE student is available on our website. • Video about St Petersburg State university and the city.

Famous alumni include Leo Tolstoy and .

• You may have additional classes in subjects such as Literature,

EBC Consultancy History, Cinematography etc. • Possibility of attending lessons with Russian students. • Fixed semester dates. • Possibility of living in a student dorm. PETROZAVODSK STATE UNIVERSITY

Highly regarded Russian university especially in

scientific fields EBC Consultancy • One-to-one lessons. • 20 hours per week. • Extra-curricular activities such as choirs, student theatre, poetry competitions. • Small and safe city to live and study in. LIDEN & DENZ RUSSIAN LANGUAGE SCHOOL

One of the oldest private Russian language schools.

• Schools in St Petersburg, Moscow and Riga. You can study in all locations in Russia on one visa. • All schools are centrally located. • Modern facilities. EBC Consultancy • Own textbook. • Flexible start dates and duration. • Multinational businesses such as Yamaha, British Airways, DHL and IKEA have studied here. • Strict cancellation policy. • Feedback of LD SPB student. • When studying at Liden & Denz, you will be granted a visa which allows you to spend a maximum of 90 days in Russia. You will need to apply for a new visa if you want to continue studying at the institute for longer. DERZHAVIN INSTITUTE ST PETERSBURG

A small and friendly school, family atmosphere.

• Additional modules: Grammar, Business, Russian Literature. EBC Consultancy • Teachers have wealth of experience in teaching Russian. • Flexible start date and duration. • When studying at the Derzhavin Institute, you will be granted a visa which allows you to spend a maximum of 90 days in Russia. You will need to apply for a new visa if you want to continue studying at the institute for longer. NOVAMOVA, KIEV

Located in the heart of the city

• General Russian course, 20 hours per week.

• Experienced teachers of Russian as a foreign language. EBC Consultancy • Focus on developing your speaking skills. • After lessons activities: Russian cooking club, singing, movie nights. • Combined course: Kiev plus Odessa (summer only).

GREAT PLACES, YOUR CHOICE! EBC Consultancy

MOSCOW ST PETERSBURG KAZAN PETROZAVODSK KIEV RIGA

Moscow State University; Kazan Federal NovaMova Russian Language Liden & Denz Liden & Denz St Petersburg State University; Petrozavodsk State University University School Liden & Denz; Derzhavin Institute ACCOMMODATION

Depending on the city and school you opt for, there will different accommodation options:

HOST FAMILY (recommended)

$ RENT A FLAT

AIRBNB EBC Consultancy

STUDENT DORMITORY

HOSTEL

OWN ACCOMMODATION WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO?

SUMMER COURSES

You can do your Year Abroad during summer. Great time to experience Russia.

THEME-SPECIFIC PROGRAMMES

EBC Consultancy Grammar, Business, Tourism, Russian literature.

INTERNSHIP & VOLUNTEERING

Marketing, Social media, Blogging, Art centre, Orphanages. FEW IMPORTANT POINTS

• Majority of students need visa to study in Russia.

• To apply for your visa, you will need a Letter of Invitation from a Russian university/school.

• You can study at a private school for up to 12 weeks only (Liden & Denz, Derzhavin, NovaMova).

• If you want to study in two different cities in Semester 1 and S2, then you will need to apply for a visa twice.

• You need to do 30 weeks on your Year Abroad. EBC Consultancy • The is paying for your tuition fees (General course, 30 weeks).

• The fees for the extra lessons, theme courses, 121 will need to be paid by yourself.

• HIV test is a requirement for a visa application.

• Information about the schools is available on the UoE’s Student Portal.

• Aim to apply for visa from your home country.

• Get your medical insurance before the trip. GET IN TOUCH!

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EBC Consultancy FROM ME TO YOU

• If you want a flexible study dates, then SPSU or a private language • Be reachable and check your inbox regularly.

school is the place for you. • Speak to those who have already done YE. Make your own decision.

• If you want to study additional subjects taught in Russian and have a • Aim to arrange your Semester 2 before Christmas.

more intensive programme in general, choose MSU. • Make screenshots of your visa application form.

• If you want to study in different locations, go for Liden & Denz. • Take a good care of your documents.

• Apply to your university/language school 4-5 months in advance. • Attendance is king!

• If you don’t have time to arrange your visa, consider studying in Kiev • Don’t panic! and Riga.

EBC Consultancy QUIZ 1. Which city is a cultural capital of 4. Which university’s programme is 26 academic 7. Where can you apply for your Russian Russia? hours per week rather than 20? student visa in the UK? A) Moscow A) SPSU A) London, Edinburgh B) St Petersburg B) MSU B) London only C) Kazan C) KFU C) London, Edinburgh, Manchester D) PSU 2. Which city is ranked 28th among Best Cities for Students according to QS 2018? 8. What is our advice when organising your 5. Which cities have Liden & Denz schools? A) Moscow Year Abroad? A) Moscow, Kazan and Riga B) St Petersburg A) Don’t panic! B) Moscow, St Petersburg and Kazan C) Riga B) Speak to those who have already done YA C) Moscow, St Petersburg and Riga D) Kiev C) Apply to your university/language school 4-5 months in advance. D) All are true 6. Which university offers one-to-one lessons 3. In which university is it possible to leave in a student dorm? instead of lessons in a group? A) St Petersburg State University (SPSU) A) KFU B) Kazan Federal University (KFU) B) SPSU C) Petrozavodsk State University (PSU) C) MSU D) PSU BONUS QUESTIONS

1. How many visas do you need if you 2. When Orthodox 3. Given you hold a British want to do a summer course in MSU, celebrate Christmas? passport, what type of visa do Semester 1 in SPSU and Semester 2 in MSU you need to study in Kiev for again? 12 weeks?

3 7 January You don’t need visa [email protected] | [email protected]