St Petersburg, built on the Neva and its canals, is Russia's cultural capital, with the Hermitage Museum, the Winter Palace, Peterhof and its White Nights. With Peter the Great Polytechnic University and long-established medical and aviation universities, it offers students a rich place to study.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in St Petersburg. Preparatory programs at institutions in St Petersburg such as Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Saint Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University and St. Petersburg State University of Civil Aviation are among the options.
Preparatory faculties at Russian universities usually start in September-October and finish in June, and some universities also accept students in January-February.
Language school fees in St Petersburg depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and promotions. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Applications to Russian universities usually require your diploma, transcript, passport, a medical certificate and photos. For accepted students, the university obtains a student visa invitation through Russia's Ministry of Internal Affairs, which can take several weeks.
Because translating and legalising documents and the invitation process can take several weeks, start preparing at least 3-4 months before your target intake.
Turkish citizens can currently enter Russia visa-free for short tourist visits; for short courses, always check the conditions and length of this exemption before you travel. For long-term study, you get a student visa with the university's invitation.
Work opportunities during language study are limited and require Russian, so plan your budget without relying on income from work. Russia's low living costs make it easier to study on your savings.
Most international students in St Petersburg stay in university dormitories, which are very affordable and close to campus.
Living costs in St Petersburg are lower than in Moscow, and rent, food and transport suit a student budget.
St Petersburg's metro, buses, trams and trolleybuses cover the city, and in summer boat tours run along the canals.
The Baltic gives St Petersburg a damp, cool climate, with cold winters and short days, and in June the 'White Nights', when it stays light all night.
Direct flights from Istanbul to St Petersburg Pulkovo Airport (LED) take about 3.5-4 hours, and buses and the metro connect the airport with the city.
St Petersburg uses Moscow time (UTC+3) and has no daylight saving time, so there is no time difference with Turkey.
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in St Petersburg free support with comparing schools, price quotes, accommodation and visa documents.
In June the sun barely sets in St Petersburg and the nights stay light; this period is called the White Nights.
With more than three million items, the Hermitage is one of the world's largest and oldest museums.
TORFL is Russia's official Russian proficiency test, used for university admission and work.
Because of restrictions on international card networks, foreign bank cards often do not work, so students usually open a local bank account in Russia. Check current payment options before you travel.
Yes. Universities usually offer dormitory places to international students, and NGGlobal plans your accommodation together with your enrolment.
No results found!
Apply now for undergraduate and graduate programs in Italy offered in both English and Italian and take advantage of opportunities for scholarships and tuition-free education.
Let Us Call You
You can have our study abroad consultants contact you by filling out the contact form below.