Planning

Studying abroad is definitely one of the most important and unforgettable steps in a student’s life. However, before you embark on this new experience, you have to get ready for some changes that will happen in your life. You can avoid considerable trouble if

You plan everything in advance.

A year before starting your exchange programme you will want to:

  • Discuss your plans with your family, teachers and other students who have already participated in international exchange programmes;
  • Visit our website  www.studyabroad.hse.ru to learn about the requirements for participants;
  • Have a look at our Programme Catalogue;
  • Talk to your academic advisor and discuss what programmes at an international university will be appropriate for you, what subject you can choose and how many ECTS credits you need to bring to HSE;
  • Learn more about the international university you would like to study at: location, population of students, language requirements, departments, offered courses, infrastructure and student services;
  • Double check the requirements for international exchange students: required level of a foreign language, necessary documents;
  • Make a budget: transportation, accommodation, meals, etc.;
  • Search for additional grant opportunities;
  • Do not miss the deadline to apply for an international exchange programme.