Higher education in the two great capitals of Russia:
in Moscow and St. Petersburg!
Get a diploma from the famous St. Petersburg University:
top-class professorship, advanced technologies and unique material base, 100% employment
years of successful
work in Moscow
sought-after
specialties
graduates
employment in
prestigious positions
Competition for budget places at St. Petersburg State University averages 79 applicants per spot across all specialties, with some specialties having over 300 applicants per spot. Excellent career prospects with high salaries. Graduates receive 100% employment opportunities in the job market.
The Branch is located in a picturesque, eco-friendly area. A wide tree-lined alley leads to the main entrance. After classes, you can walk in the shade of century-old oaks, ash trees and linden trees or train at sports grounds. In winter - skiing and skating, in summer - barbecues and songs by the campfire.
Education is provided according to St. Petersburg State University programs. The University's educational model has been implemented since 1991 and has been awarded
prizes by the Russian Government (2007) and St. Petersburg Government (2010, 2016).
Deep analytical skills, broad outlook, and high professionalism provide undeniable competitive advantages and create a solid foundation for successful careers in a rapidly changing world.
The educational process at the Branch is conducted not only by the best Moscow teachers but also by leading St. Petersburg stars of science, culture, and education.
Opportunity to combine studies with work. Regular individual and group consultations with teachers. Unlimited access to educational resources (electronic libraries, teaching materials, etc.).
Interesting and in-demand fields of study
Unique opportunities for self-development:
— group trips to museums, theaters, exhibition centers and famous cultural sites of the capital;
— creative evenings with famous Russian actors, directors, singers and musicians;
— research activities (scientific-practical conferences, publications);
— sports sections and competitions.
Excellent living conditions. Student House under one roof with the academic building. Modern cafeteria, cozy cafe, medical office, sauna, gym, playgrounds, tennis court, basketball-volleyball court, soccer field. Large indoor pool available year-round. Own security service.
Life in the amazingly comfortable and well-equipped St. Petersburg campus of the University is a unique opportunity for world-class leisure filled with culture and vivid impressions.
The main university not only helps students adapt to the intense and diverse capital life of one of the world's most beautiful cities, but is itself a center of many unforgettable cultural events.
"SPbGUP is a renowned university, a reputable, multidisciplinary scientific and educational center. It is rightfully one of the best universities in the country.
The university keeps up with the times. Fundamental research is conducted here and the most modern teaching methods are put into practice."
Vladimir Putin
The President of the Russian Federation.
"In 2019, our President Vladimir Putin called St. Petersburg State University "Glorified." Such an assessment obliges both the university staff and the FNPR as its founder to do a lot."
S.I. Chernogaev
Chairman of the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Russia
"I have long been familiar with the University of the Humanities of Trade Unions, it is an educational institution very close to me in spirit. When I was chairman of the State Commission, I saw for the first time what wonderful students study here. Since then, the University has grown significantly. Excellent teachers and professors work here, and the graduates of this university are excellent specialists."
M.B. Piotrovsky
Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Director of the State Hermitage Museum.
"St. Petersburg University of the Humanities of Trade Unions has established itself as a sought-after discussion platform that annually gathers prominent politicians, scientists, and cultural figures from various countries to find answers to the many problems of our time. In the current difficult situation on the world stage, characterized by the intensification of old and the emergence of new challenges and threats, such a combination of intellectual efforts is of particular importance."
Sergey Lavrov
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.
"It's wonderful here."
A.A. Voznesensky
Poet.
"It is difficult to overestimate the contribution that your educational institution makes to the education and enlightenment of the peoples of Russia. The fruitful work and high professionalism of the University's teaching staff allows us to unleash the creative potential of each student and listener and is an important step towards their self-realization."
S.K. Shoigu
Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation.
"I consider your University to be a pearl in the Russian education system."
J.I. Alferov
Nobel Laureate, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Physico-Mathematical Sciences, Professor.
"St. Petersburg University of the Humanities of Trade Unions is one of the oldest and most prestigious educational institutions in Russia."
I.G. Bokova
Director General of UNESCO (2009-2017).
"St. Petersburg University of the Humanities of Trade Unions is one of the few that corresponds to the very name "university". Thanks to fate. I have been cooperating with this university for many years and I can say that it is getting better every year. After graduating from this university, you can be proud to have studied here."
D.A. Granin
Writer.
"SPbGUP is the university of the future. And if parents have money, the best thing to do with it is to invest in the future of their children here."
D.S. Likhachev
The academician.
"St. Petersburg University of the Humanities of Trade Unions preserves and develops the best traditions of Russian higher education. "
V.V. Volodin
Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation.
"Today it became clear to me that this is an outstanding university. "
K.B. Moynihan
Member of the House of Lords of the British Parliament, Lord.
"Your University has taken a leading position in the higher education system. He showed how to work, study and rebuild the education system in relation to new conditions."
A.A. Sobchak
Mayor of St. Petersburg (1991-1996), Doctor of Law, Professor.
"I should note that your University is one of the best educational institutions that I have seen."
G.A. Zyuganov
Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, head of the Communist Party faction.
"Your University is an act in the highest sense of the word, an achievement of a team that has been developing this institution for decades under the leadership of domestic trade unions."
A.M. Sergeev
President of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Deputy Chairman of the Council for Science and Education under the President of the Russian Federation, Academician.
"A wonderful University. I've been to American universities, and I have a lot to compare it with. I was just shocked by the facilities, the equipment, the library, the classrooms, etc. I really liked everything. A very good University."
E.A. Ryazanov
Film director, People's Artist of the USSR.
"I sincerely envy the students of St. Petersburg State University. In the word "envy" we see only a negative meaning, although, it seems to me, sometimes a positive one is possible when you want to experience the same emotions and be in the place of these people. Fantastic opportunities are opening up for those who are starting their career in higher education here today."
M.V. Zakharova
Director of the Information and Press Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Candidate of Historical Sciences.
"I feel good about the University. My son is studying at the Humanitarian University of Trade Unions. "
B.G. Smolkin
Honored Artist of the Russian Federation.
"I consider your university to be very modern, involved and dedicated, as well as well-prepared. I have taught your students, they are all very well prepared, disciplined, and part of a new world, so you have a wonderful future ahead of you."
M.A. Moratinos
The head of the UN Alliance of Civilizations.Minister of Foreign Affairs of Spain (2004-2010).
"Nowhere have I seen such an atmosphere, caring for students. Every corner, the aura of these walls... everything has been thought out. Plus cleanliness, neatness, and discipline. "
O.M. Vinogradov
Chief Choreographer of the Mariinsky Theatre (1977 – 2001), People's Artist of the USSR.
Vladimir Putin
The President of the Russian Federation.
S.I. Chernogaev
Chairman of the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Russia
M.B. Piotrovsky
Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Director of the State Hermitage Museum.
Sergey Lavrov
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.
A.A. Voznesensky
Poet.
S.K. Shoigu
Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation.
J.I. Alferov
Nobel Laureate, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Physico-Mathematical Sciences, Professor.
I.G. Bokova
Director General of UNESCO (2009-2017).
D.A. Granin
Writer.
D.S. Likhachev
The academician.
V.V. Volodin
Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation.
K.B. Moynihan
Member of the House of Lords of the British Parliament, Lord.
A.A. Sobchak
Mayor of St. Petersburg (1991-1996), Doctor of Law, Professor.
G.A. Zyuganov
Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, head of the Communist Party faction.
A.M. Sergeev
President of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Deputy Chairman of the Council for Science and Education under the President of the Russian Federation, Academician.
E.A. Ryazanov
Film director, People's Artist of the USSR.
M.V. Zakharova
Director of the Information and Press Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Candidate of Historical Sciences.
B.G. Smolkin
Honored Artist of the Russian Federation.
M.A. Moratinos
The head of the UN Alliance of Civilizations.Minister of Foreign Affairs of Spain (2004-2010).
O.M. Vinogradov
Chief Choreographer of the Mariinsky Theatre (1977 – 2001), People's Artist of the USSR.
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Fields of Study |
Concentrations | Duration of Study | Tuition for Year 1 in the 2026/2027 Academic Year, RUB per year | Tuition for Years 2–3 in the 2026/2027 Academic Year, RUB per year |
Entrance Examinations |
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| For high school graduates | For college / technical school graduates | |||||
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Advertising and Public Relations |
– Advertising Communications and PR in Business | 4 years | 182,000 | 166,000 |
– Social Studies, Russian Language – Elective: Computer Science, History, Literature, Foreign Language |
– Fundamentals of Advertising and Public Relations – Russian Language – History of Russia |
| Art History | – Art and International Communications (European / Asian Languages) | 4 years | 154,000 |
– History, Russian Language – Elective: Literature, Social Studies, Foreign Language |
– Fundamentals of Art History – Russian Language – Social Science |
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Socio-Cultural Activity |
– Creative Industries Design | 4 years | 181,000 |
– Social Studies, Russian Language – Elective: Literature, History |
– Fundamentals of Socio-Cultural Activity – Russian Language – Social Science |
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| Applied Informatics | – Artificial Intelligence in Creative Industries | 4 years | 176,000 | 160,000 |
– Advanced Mathematics, Russian Language – Elective: Computer Science, Physics |
– Fundamentals of Applied Informatics – Russian Language – Applied Mathematics |
Please note! The tuition fee shown on the website is valid for the Moscow branch of St. Petersburg State Unitary Enterprise.
When paying for each course, an additional deposit is made from the tuition fee for the last year:
• full–time - 7%;
The amount of the deposit is calculated based on the rector's order valid at the time of payment. The deposit is credited towards the tuition fee for the final year.
| Fields of Study | Profiles | Duration of Study | Tuition for the 1st year in the 2026/2027 academic year, RUB per year | Tuition for the 2nd–3rd years in the 2026/2027 academic year, RUB per year | Entrance Examinations | |
| For high school graduates | For college / technical school graduates | |||||
| Sound Engineering for Mass Cultural Events and Concert Programs | – No specialization | 6 years | 115,000 |
– Creative test – Professional test – Russian language – Literature |
– Creative test – Professional test – Russian language – History of World Artistic Culture |
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Socio-Cultural Activities |
– Creative Industries Design | 5 years | 85,000 | 78,000 |
– Social Studies, Russian language – Elective: Literature, History |
– Fundamentals of Socio-Cultural Activities – Russian language – Social Science |
| Applied Informatics | – Artificial Intelligence in Creative Industries | 5 years | 84,000 | 77,000 |
– Advanced Mathematics, Russian language – Elective: Computer Science, Physics |
– Fundamentals of Applied Informatics – Russian language – Applied Informatics |
Please note! The tuition fee shown on the website is valid for the Moscow branch of St. Petersburg State Unitary Enterprise.
When paying for each course, an additional deposit is made from the tuition fee for the last year:
• correspondence form – 10%.
The amount of the deposit is calculated based on the rector's order valid at the time of payment. The deposit is credited towards the tuition fee for the final year.
| Programs | Concentrations | Duration of Study | Tuition fee for the 1st year in the 2026/2027 academic year, RUB per year |
Entrance Examinations |
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| For high school graduates | For college/technical school graduates | ||||
| Conflictology | – Social and Labor Conflicts | 5 years | 115,000 |
– Social Studies, Russian – elective: Advanced Mathematics, Biology |
– Fundamentals of Conflictology – Russian Language – History of Russia |
| Art History | – Project Management in Creative Industries | 5 years | 104,000 | – Social Studies, Russian – elective: History, Computer Science, Foreign Language, Computer Science | – Theory of State and Law – Russian Language – History of Russia |
Please note! The tuition fee shown on the website is valid for the Moscow branch of St. Petersburg State Unitary Enterprise.
When paying for each course, an additional deposit is made from the tuition fee for the last year:
• full-time and part–time - 10%.
The amount of the deposit is calculated based on the rector's order valid at the time of payment. The deposit is credited towards the tuition fee for the final year.
Terms and algorithm of admission
● Step 1. Submit an application for admission. From June 20, the opportunity to submit documents is available via the "Gosuslugi" portal or in person at the University.
The deadline for accepting applications to participate in the competition for applicants:
• based on the results of creative entrance exams – July 12;
• for state-funded places – July 25;
• for fee-paying places – August 25.
● Step 2. Pass the university entrance exams – for those applying for creative majors or not based on the results of the Unified State Exam (USE).
The schedule of entrance exams will be published on the SPbGUP website after May 15, 2026.
● Step 3. Wait for the applicant ranking lists, which will be published on the SPbGUP website on July 27.
● Step 4. Submit an application of consent for enrollment and sign an education contract:
• until August 1 – for privileged categories of citizens;
• until August 5 – for applicants for state-funded places;
• until August 25 – for applicants for fee-paying places.
● Step 5. Familiarize yourself with the enrollment orders.
• August 3 – for privileged categories of citizens;
• August 7 – for applicants for the main competitive (state-funded) places;
• August 26 – for applicants for fee-paying places.
● Step 6. Attend the freshman meeting at the University – August 31;
• For part-time students – join the meeting online on September 4.
Sources of tuition fees
Practical educational outcomes
diploma from St. Petersburg University
employment of graduates and their confident career growth
High satisfaction of employers with the quality of graduate training
From the 1st year
From the 1st year
Grades 9-11 are being enrolled
- Deadlines and algorithm for submitting documents
- List of documents
- Minimum points
- Lists of applicants
- Discount system for applicants
- List of entrance tests
- Enrollment orders
- Rules of Admission
- Special rights of enrollees
- Individual achievements
- License and accreditation certificate
- Schedule of entrance tests
- Entrance test programs
- USE calculator
Interviews with employers and graduates
Sukhoverkhova Natalia Viktorovna
Commissioner of the IPP for ZelAO, Chairman of the District Council of the IPP for ZelAO, Chairman of the District Council of Public Councilors of ZelAO
Ignatova Lyubov Nikolaevna
Authorized Representative of the Head of Solnechnogorsk city
In Russia, I was able to feel like a specialist and come to work there after graduation. Many thanks to all the teachers and staff of the university, who helped not only to gain knowledge, but also to experience it. Thank you for your education and assistance in employment."
Demidov Roman Vladimirovich
Applied Informatics, Chief Consultant of the Legal Department of the Central Election Commission of Russia, Moscow.
"In 2010, he graduated from St. Petersburg State Unitary Enterprise. Studying at the Moscow branch of the University with a degree in Public Relations allowed me to participate in and independently organize social and cultural projects and events in Zelenograd, of which I conducted more than a thousand for different categories of the population, including campaigns for a healthy lifestyle, city holidays, clean-up days, and creative contests. This experience has allowed us to carry out applied research, expert examination of draft laws, conduct public opinion polls on topical issues of socio-economic and cultural development of the country, and develop recommendations and proposals for government authorities in our current professional activities at the RANEPA Expert and Analytical Center.
Communication with the IIIT teachers at lectures and seminars encouraged me to engage in scientific activities. The basic knowledge gained at St. Petersburg State University became the basis for the defense of a PhD thesis. The knowledge, skills and abilities of scientific activity have created the necessary base that today allows us to prepare analytical materials for the Office of the Government of the Russian Federation and the Presidential Administration of the Russian Federation, prepare expert teams, round tables and conferences, and conduct master classes. I am grateful to the university for the professional competencies I have developed. Go to St. Petersburg State University— one of the best universities in the country."
Kalmykov Nikolay Nikolaevich
Public Relations, Head of the RANEPA Expert and Analytical Department under the President of the Russian Federation, Candidate of Sociological Sciences, Moscow.
"I came to enroll after graduating from Moscow school. Choosing a profession or university was a difficult and ambiguous matter for me. She chose a wonderful specialty — Public Relations. I am currently working in my specialty. The university gave me an amazing five years of professional development, new discoveries, fascinating lectures, seminars and, of course, acquaintance with wonderful teachers who "infect" with passion and interest in their subject.
I am infinitely glad that when I was faced with one of the most important choices – choosing a profession, I entered this university, this faculty, and never regretted it. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the teachers and staff of the dean's office for their hard work, patience, help and support!"
Zhirukhina Anastasia Vladimirovna
Public Relations, JSC Central Design Bureau of Information Management Systems "CCB IUS", PR manager, Zelenograd.
The relevance of conflictologists is explained by the fact that controversial situations are resolved at a professional level. To train such specialists, a new direction "Conflictology" was created at St. Petersburg State Unitary Enterprise. The knowledge and practical skills in conflict resolution and prevention acquired at the university have become the main component of professional activity. The university has provided a universal education that allows us to apply the knowledge of conflictology that is especially necessary in our time.
I don't regret a minute about my choice of university and the direction of my studies. I wish the Institute great development and success."
Alexander Yurievich Petropavlovsky
“Conflictology”, Deputy Head of the Representative Office of the Government of St. Petersburg in Moscow.
Bolotnikova Ekaterina Mikhailovna
Socio-cultural activities, Solnechnogorsk Art School, Director, Solnechnogorsk, Moscow region.
Thank you for never sparing any effort or time on us, that you were always ready to support us with a kind word and give good advice."
Maslova Tatiana Alexandrovna
Socio-cultural activities, MAUK "Leisure Center", Deputy Director, Nadym, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District.
"After graduating from college at the Tchaikovsky Moscow State Conservatory, I decided to continue my education and entered the Moscow branch of the St. Petersburg State Unitary Enterprise Institute of Arts and Information Technologies in the field of Socio-Cultural Activities. Thanks to the knowledge and skills I gained at the university, I can now develop an individual program for any entertainment event and therefore I am quite a sought-after professional presenter in Moscow. For this, we should thank the teachers who gave us lectures and conducted seminars, led practitioners, and found an individual approach to each student. Sometimes it was easy, sometimes it was more difficult, not everything was given at once, but it was always interesting.
I never cease to be grateful to the University, the faculty, and the supervisor for the knowledge, relationships, and impressions I have gained over the years of study."
Fomochkin Mikhail Sergeevich
Socio-cultural activities, Professional presenter of mass events, Moscow.
Dmitry Valeryevich Ivanov
Economics, M.Video, Yakutsk, Director.
"I joined the Moscow branch of St. Petersburg State Unitary Enterprise in 2016. I entered consciously in order to build a career in advertising and public relations.
The educational process at the university is structured in such a way that we were not passive listeners, but active participants throughout the training. I think it is important that the ratio of theoretical and practical knowledge acquired at the university is equal.
Much attention is paid at the University to research work. From the very first year, we had the opportunity not only to conduct practical research, but also to present their results at scientific conferences and publish articles in university collections. And then use the research when writing a bachelor's thesis.
I would especially like to mention our wonderful practice bases, where for the first time we were able to feel like specialists in the field of PR. Thank you for the range of institutions we were able to visit. It was all really interesting and useful for the students. I wish the University prosperity and success."
Vladimir Vladimirovich Levin
Advertising and Public Relations, JSC Aeroflot, Moscow.
Sukhoverkhova Natalia Viktorovna
Commissioner of the IPP for ZelAO, Chairman of the District Council of the IPP for ZelAO, Chairman of the District Council of Public Councilors of ZelAO
Ignatova Lyubov Nikolaevna
Authorized Representative of the Head of Solnechnogorsk city
Demidov Roman Vladimirovich
Applied Informatics, Chief Consultant of the Legal Department of the Central Election Commission of Russia, Moscow.
Kalmykov Nikolay Nikolaevich
Public Relations, Head of the RANEPA Expert and Analytical Department under the President of the Russian Federation, Candidate of Sociological Sciences, Moscow.
Zhirukhina Anastasia Vladimirovna
Public Relations, JSC Central Design Bureau of Information Management Systems "CCB IUS", PR manager, Zelenograd.
Alexander Yurievich Petropavlovsky
“Conflictology”, Deputy Head of the Representative Office of the Government of St. Petersburg in Moscow.
Bolotnikova Ekaterina Mikhailovna
Socio-cultural activities, Solnechnogorsk Art School, Director, Solnechnogorsk, Moscow region.
Maslova Tatiana Alexandrovna
Socio-cultural activities, MAUK "Leisure Center", Deputy Director, Nadym, Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous District.
Fomochkin Mikhail Sergeevich
Socio-cultural activities, Professional presenter of mass events, Moscow.
Dmitry Valeryevich Ivanov
Economics, M.Video, Yakutsk, Director.
Vladimir Vladimirovich Levin
Advertising and Public Relations, JSC Aeroflot, Moscow.