Voronezh State University is one of Russia’s leading public
research universities whose history can be traced back to 1802.
In 1802 following a decree of Russian Emperor Alexander I, Yuriev (Derpt) University in Estonia was established. The German occupation of Estonia during the First World War necessitated the relocation of Yuriev University to Central Russia, and the City of Voronezh was chosen as a suitable location.
In 1918, the University staff and students moved from Yuriev (currently Tartu) to Voronezh, hence its new name – Voronezh State University.
Voronezh State University is currently one of the country’s most renowned universities and it prides itself on being the largest research university in the Central Black Earth Region of the Russian Federation
Voronezh State University is based in the centre of Voronezh, home to over 120,000 students and one of Russia’s liveliest and most welcoming cities.
- Mission
VSU's Mission is to generate scientific knowledge, to conduct interdisciplinary programmes aimed at training highly qualified professionals, as well as to implement innovative solutions, ensuring a high quality of life in accordance with the national interest and global market demands.
- Why VSU
- Voronezh State University is one of the oldest universities in Russia, with over 100 years of achievement in the Voronezh region, Russia, and the world.
- VSU has over 21 thousand students – the largest number of students in Voronezh.
- VSU has the most buildings (10) and dormitories (9) among all the universities in Voronezh.
- Voronezh offers students excellent value for money and a low cost of living.
- VSU is engaged in collaboration with more than 120 international universities.
- VSU is the only University in Europe with its own unique Nature Reserve.
- There are 42 Sports Clubs in 25 kinds of sports, including football, cross-country skiing, orienteering, wrestling, chess, wushu, karate-d?, rock climbing, dance sport, etc., for students to choose from.
- There are 8 creative associations aimed at developing the students' talents.
- There are 6 European languages, 5 Slavic languages, and 3 Oriental languages taught at VSU.
- Top Rankings
Every year, VSU is listed among the top universities in national and international rankings, which encourages its stakeholders – government and business organisations – to invest in both current University projects and innovation initiatives.
High position in the top rankings also proves that our students made no mistake by choosing to study at VSU.
Voronezh State University in national and international ratings: https://www.vsu.ru/english/about/top_rankings.html
- Structure & Staff
There are 1580 lecturers working at VSU, including 312 professors with a Dr. habil. degree, 4 professors with a PhD, and 870 lecturers with a PhD.
At VSU, we strive to make your learning experience an enjoyable one. Our professional staff are always willing to assist you, whether it be for educational advice, study skills, or your course subjects here at VSU.?
- Our location?
?VSU is located in the very centre of European Russia, not far from Moscow.