Mission of the Support Centre for International Students and Alumni

Extracurricular support for international students at HSE University

The Centre provides support on issues that are beyond the responsibilities of academic departments. For example, we tell you how to get student documents (e-pass, Moscow social card, etc.), purchase for a medical insurance policy or get help from a volunteer buddy.

Development of information resources for international students of the HSE University

We develop social networks for international students and alumni in Russian and English, and support the work of the portal istudents.hse.ru.

Organising events for international students and alumni of HSE University

Every year, we organise many events aimed at integrating international students into the university community and familiarising them with the national traditions of Russia and other countries. Among our events are the HSE Inter Football Cup, HSE is the World festival, Maslenitsa and Russian Culture Day.

Employment assistance and information support for international alumni of HSE University

We consult students and HR managers of companies on how to employ international students.

Our team

Sergei Popov

Director

Valeriia Iuzyshina

Project Team Manager

Our events

HSE Inter Football Cup

HSE Inter Tennis Cup

International graduation party

Russian Culture Day

VDNKh excursion tours

Yoga class

Frequently asked questions

Does the Centre advise on issues related to the educational process (timetable, exam retakes, change of group, etc.)?

No, our Centre provides only extracurricular support for international students. For academic issues, please contact your study office.

Does the Centre help students to start their own club or organise an event?

Yes, we do! Send your ideas to istudents.support@hse.ru or come to our D626 office at 11 Pokrovsky Bulvar.

Will the Centre tell how to issue a Moscow social card, e-pass or other student document?

Of course! First we recommend to check our website to learn more about documents and other services. If you still have questions, send your enquiry to istudents.support@hse.ru or come to our D626 office at 11 Pokrovsky Boulevard.

Do we provide career counselling for international students?

Our Centre advises on how a foreigner can legally find a job in Russia. And if you need a CV frying or individual career counselling, contact the Career Development Centre.

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