About the university
St. Petersburg State University of Economics also known as UNECON is one
of the leading Russian universities with 90-year experience in educating top
professionals in economics and management. UNECON is situated in the very
centre of St. Petersburg which means that all excitements of a major city - its
lavish architecture, high art and nightlife - is up close from the place of
study. Dormitories for international students are situated in the central campus
offering exclusive experience of academic, cultural and social life of the Northern
Venice.
International programme at UNECON is based on the module system. Each course usually lasts one or two weeks and includes 90 academic hours, 28 of which are contact hours. Students usually receive 3 ECTS for each course. UNECON offers two Bachelor programmes in English - Economics and business; Russian language and culture and one Master programme on Economics and business.