History
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, more habitually known in Russia and abroad as the St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute, was founded in 1899 on the wave of economic and political successes of Russia. It was built as a university campus to the northwest from the then city borders.
Education
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University sees its mission in realization of the national policy in the sphere of higher education in the best possible way. One of the directions of this policy is creation of a new economy, i.e., economy of knowledge, leadership, and innovation. The key elements of such economy are highly qualified engineers competent with advanced technologies, capable of solving complex industrial tasks, and willing to propel Russia's economic development to the next level.
SPbPU is pleased to offer a wide range of degree and non-degree educational programs for foreign students:
- Study Russian Language
- Degree Programs
- Short-term and Exchange Programs
Research
Research at the Polytechnic University is focused on finding innovative solutions to the most important problems in science, engineering and technology:
- Nuclear physics
- Physical and technical problems of power engineering
- Computer science, management and cybernetics, robotics, telecommunications systems.
- Mechanics, construction materials, nanomaterials and nanotechnologies, physical and chemical basis of metallurgical processes.
- Economics and management of national economy, the world economy, finance, social and economic systems.
- Social philosophy, philosophy and history of science and technology, history and methodology of political science, theory of law and state.
Career
IAEA Grant 2021 is a unique opportunity to study at SPbPU on a master's degree on the Emergency Preparedness and Response program in English.
The maximum grant amount is 14,000 EUR / year. To participate in grant support are invited:
- Russian or foreign graduates of bachelor's or specialist's degree at SPbPU or any other Russian university;
- Foreign applicants who graduated from a foreign university with a bachelor's degree.
To apply for IAEA scholarship, email to byzov_ap@spbstu.ru or idrisova_di@spbstu.ru
Deadline for foreign citizens - 08/15/21.
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) Key Statistics & Highlights
- #609 Ranking
- 23 Scholarships
- 1,987 Academic Staff
- 33,000 Students
- 8,500 Students (int'l)
- 9,538 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) Overview
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) Scholarships
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) Scholarships
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
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Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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1500 USD
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The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
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3000 USD
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AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Financial Scholarships
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program
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5000 USD
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International Conference Scholarship
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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 7.9% Russia
Top 8.2% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
QS World University Rankings
609
By TopUniversities
Dropped 50 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 534 | 559 | 609 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
801
By Times Higher Education
Dropped 300 places compared to 2025
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 351 | 501 | 801 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
919
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 110 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 679 | 809 | 919 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
The Students' Club of the Polytechnic University is a structural unit of the SPbPU Department of Youth Creativity and Cultural Programs. The Club aims to enable social adjustment and effective self-fulfillment and bolster the creative potential of SPbPU students for the benefit of their future careers.
Primary objectives of the SPbPU Students' Club are to help SPbPU students enable their self-fulfillment, implement socially important for students’ initiatives, support students’ talents, and preserve historical and cultural SPbPU traditions.
Housing services
Over 7000 students from other cities and countries live in dormitories of SPbPU campus. All dormitories are situated not far from the academic buildings of the university and underground stations. The campus is divided in 3 complexes of dormitories: "on Lesnoy prospect", "on Ploshchad Muzhestva" and "on Grazhdansky prospect".
Library services
The Fundamental Library of Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg University was opened to the public in 1902, together with the University itself, and at present, it is one of the largest in the city. The Library funds exceed 3 mln copies. The main part of the Library is located in the Main Academic Building, its surface area being more than 3,000 square meters.
ICT services
For students to live a comfortable, active and interesting life in dormitories there are tennis and fitness rooms, classrooms, launderettes, broadband Internet and digital TV access. Dormitories have free Wi-Fi zones.
Campus life
The University campus consists of more than 100 educational and research buildings, a House of Scientists in Lesnoye, the International Student Campus, 23 dormitories and a sports complex. The historical part of the campus is situated in a wonderful park which has always been a place of inspiration and subject of love for many generations of students and faculty.
Sports facilities
Currently, Polytechnic University has a modern complex of sports facilities. It includes a swimming pool, basketball and volleyball halls, halls for wrestling and boxing, a gym, a ski-storage, a climbing wall, a weightlifting gym, a chess club, and a training base in the village of Kavgolovo. A stadium with two football fields and an ice hockey rink, tennis and gym courts, and several playgrounds is located next to the old University Park.
Student clubs
More than 15 Students Communities work and actively develop in SPbPU. Among them any interested student can find something for him/her: a dance studio, a design community, a photo lab, a radio studio, a video studio, a theater studio, a choir studio, a vocal studio, an art song club, a career guidance team, etc.
Accreditation
The accreditation of programs confirms the desire of SPbPU to improve the quality of IEP in accordance with the requirements of European Standards and Guidelines (ESG). The certificate of accreditation of the international program, issued by the European accreditation agency, is a testament to its high quality. It increases the competitiveness of the program on the international market of educational services.
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Russia Country
Saint Petersburg City
Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) Student Reviews & Awards
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Based on 95 reviews
- 5 Star 30 Reviews
- 4 Star 50 Reviews
- 3 Star 7 Reviews
- 2 Star 5 Reviews
- 1 Star 3 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.0
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.2
- Student Diversity 4.2
- Admission Process 4.1
General review
The University provides the opportunity to choose subjects and disciplines that match the interests of students. Within the framework of an individual educational trajectory it is necessary to obtain credits in disciplines of the category "breadth of education". On the basis of the University there are many extracurricular activities, clubs of interest.
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My study experience at IPB University has been highly satisfying. The university provides a well-rounded education, balancing theoretical knowledge with practical application. I particularly appreciated the emphasis on innovative projects in IoT and hardware integration, which allowed me to develop real-world skills. The lecturers are knowledgeable and supportive, fostering a conducive learning environment. Additionally, the opportunities for leadership, research, and international exposure enriched my academic journey. However, there is room for improvement in enhancing collaboration with industries to increase internship and career opportunities, as well as streamlining administrative processes for students. Overall, IPB University is an excellent choice for students passionate about technology, sustainability, and impactful innovation.
Better speech makes better generation
Actually, when I went to Uni, I have understood some basics of living in society and mostly - in Russia. Firtly, it was like a new stage of my life, where it was difficult to understand what to do. But after lots of exams I have understood how to pass them, either going for all lectures and getting and have them passed with puppy eyes and so on. The main problem - is with proffesors of our uni. Most of them do not have public speech skill so u rather get bored than pay attention to important subject. Of course there are good teachers, but after 3 years of sudying I can barely count them with fingers of mine one hand. Good example of this is our programmimg teacher (I have hated this spehere before) I do enjoy this lesson as much as I love engineering. Its all because of his passion to his subject that evolves into our group being involved in this subject (this subject is juct additional, not main)
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