Maritime / Marine Universities
State Maritime Academy named after Admiral Ushakov is the largest institution of water transport and the only institution of higher education in the South of Russia. State Maritime Academy was established in 1975 in Novorossiysk city. Federal State Educational Institution of higher vocational training Admiral Ushakov Maritime University is the largest educational institution of water transport and the only higher educational institution in the South of Russia training marine specialists for shipping companies, building, and shipbuilding plants, works of water transport, ports, and transport terminals. State Maritime University prepares specialists for the civil and commercial fleet and gives students the opportunity to study marine engineering, study water transport and navigation, and study military sciences. At present State Maritime University has 7 study faculties and 36 departments. The teaching staff of State Maritime Academy has more than 300 teachers. Among them are 29 doctors and professors, 198 candidates in sciences, and associate professors. Today State Maritime Academy trains more than 4 thousand students.
Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy is a federal institution of higher professional education in Saint Petersburg city. Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy was established in 1876. Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy prepares experts for the civilian merchant fleet and provides its students with permanent assistance concerning studying and research activities. Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy conducts training following state educational standards that conform to the requirements of the Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping Convention (STCW) and International Maritime Organization (IMO). Academy held training of engineers for domestic vessels, as well as targeted training to serve the Northern Sea Route. Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy has 13 faculties, and 78 departments with 8 branches. Today in Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy training of 5,600 students is conducted under the staff of 1,200 qualified professionals. Till now Admiral Makarov State Maritime Academy has trained over 56,000 marine professionals in private and government sectors.
Baltic Fishing Fleet State Academy is a higher education institution in Kaliningrad city of the Russian Federation. The Academy is a part of Kaliningrad State Technical University’s structural division and is the most developed maritime academy in that area. Baltic Fishing Fleet State Academy was founded in 1966 and has 5 study faculties, 14 study departments, and a staff of 350 skilled educators. Every year Baltic Fishing Fleet State Academy enrolls 1,500 students from different regions of Russia and Foreign countries. During 50 years of studying and research activities, Baltic Fishing Fleet State Academy has given 17,000 trained maritime professionals to shipping industries and helped them in getting a quality degree. The Scientific and Technical Library of the Academy is a structural unit providing students and teachers with literature and information in accordance with professional educational programs and curricula. The International cooperation department comprises an organizational office and international projects and exchanges office. The main function of the department is to develop cooperation between Russian and foreign educational institutions.
Far Eastern State Technical Fisheries University is a higher education institution located in Vladivostok. The University was established in 1930 and trains specialists for marine fleets, fisheries, and food industries with the implementation of modern teaching methods and research activities. Far Eastern State Technical Fisheries University has 15 study faculties and 45 study departments. At present Far Eastern State Technical Fisheries University trains more than 6,500 students under 700 highly qualified educators. During its journey, Far Eastern State Technical Fisheries University has trained 25,000 professionals and provided them with the opportunity to work in the most famous international and state organization worldwide.
The Institute of Fishing of Astrakhan State Technical University is one of the leading higher education institutions for fishery industries in Russia. The Institute was established in 1961 in Astrakhan city of the Russian Federation and become one of the quality educational establishments. University is the best place to get a higher degree in Russia and a quality education in Russia. At present Institute of Fishing of Astrakhan State Technical University has 8 study faculties and 22 study departments. The teaching staff of the institute consists of 180 teachers including two candidates in sciences. Currently, the Institute of Fishing of Astrakhan State Technical University enrolls 1725 people. Over 50 years, the Institute of Fishing of Astrakhan State Technical University has prepared 25000 professionals, including 2000 graduates who have received honored degrees.
The Institute of Marine Technologies of Astrakhan State Technical University is a higher educational institute of Marine Technology in Astrakhan city of the Russian Federation. Institute of Marine Technologies was established in 1986 as an institute of Astrakhan State Technical University. Institute is the best place to study marine technologies in Russia and get a higher degree in Russia. Currently, the Institute of Marine Technologies has 8 study faculties, 21 study departments, and a staff of 210 skilled lecturers. Every year around 1,200 prominent graduates receive higher degrees from the Institute of Marine Technologies. In this short duration of time, the Institute of Marine Technologies has trained more than 12,000 marine specialists and marine engineers. At present Institute of Marine Technologies of Astrakhan State Technical University collaborates with the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (UK), University of Glasgow and Strayklayda (Scotland), Instoc (Norway), and Baltic group international (England).
Volga State University of Water Transport (VGUWT) is a Russian educational institution funded by the Federal Agency for Maritime and River Transportation. It is the largest educational institution in the Volga-Vyatka region. University is an educational institution for higher education aimed at combining traditional academic teaching with fundamental knowledge and practical orientation. At the beginning of 2010, more than 18,000 students and cadets were enrolled. Since its formation, VGUVT (formerly – VGAWT, GIIVT) has prepared more than 46,000 specialists in their areas. Students focus on the development of their academic research skills and expertise, participate in the work of the university research teams, and apply for and win research grants to realize their in-house projects. On the basis of their merits and excellence in social activities, they are provided with an opportunity to take part in student exchange programs with universities around the world. Study programs are based on ratified educational standards and harmonically group the latest scientific and technical progress. Most departments are provided with scientific research laboratories and divisions, which perform research activities and development on major directions of engineering science.
Volga-Caspian Marine Fishery College is a higher educational institution in the Volga region of the Russian Federation. Volga-Caspian Marine Fishery College was founded in 1920. College provides quality studying processes in undergraduate courses, postgraduate courses, and doctoral studies in Russia. It is the center of educational activities and research activities in Russia and foreign countries. Today Volga-Caspian Marine Fishery College has 5 study faculties, 30 study departments, and an academic staff consisting of 520 local and international students. Currently, Volga-Caspian Marine Fishery College enrolls more than 1,200 students from different regions of Russia and foreign countries. Over 90 years of existence, Volga-Caspian Marine Fishery College has prepared 28,371 specialists.
State Maritime University named after Admiral GI Nevelsky is one of the oldest universities in the Far East. Maritime State University was founded in 1890 in Vladivostok. Maritime State University prepares professionals in the field of marine transportation system, humanities and marine engineering. The Maritime State University is not only the first Russian Maritime State University but also one of the leading universities in the Asia-Pacific region. Today the training of specialists for the marine industry in the Moscow State University is carried out by 950 highly qualified teachers with many years of experience in education and in the Navy. At present Maritime State University has 15 faculties and 53 departments and 8 institutes. Every year Maritime State University enrolls 2100 students. In 200 years Maritime State University has trained 95000 marine professionals.
Nevelskoy State Maritime University is one of the oldest universities in the Far East. Maritime State University was founded in 1890 in Vladivostok. State Maritime University prepares professionals in the field of marine transportation systems, humanities, and marine engineering. University is the best place to study marine science in Russia and study ship construction in Russia. Nevelskoy State Maritime University is not only the first Russian State Maritime University but also one of the leading universities in the Asia-Pacific region. Today the training of specialists for the marine industry at Nevelskoy State Maritime University is carried out by 750 highly qualified teachers with many years of experience in the educational process and the Navy. At present Nevelskoy State Maritime University has 15 study faculties and 53 study departments and 8 study institutes. Every year Nevelskoy State Maritime University enrolls more than 2,100 local and international students. In 200 years Nevelskoy State Maritime University has trained more than 95,000 marine professionals.
Sevastopol Maritime Academy is a modern institution of higher education in Sevastopol city of the Russian Federation. Sevastopol Maritime Academy was created as a private educational institution in 2005. The Academy is the best place to study marine science in Russia and study ship construction in Russia. Sevastopol Maritime Academy is a private educational institution that trains specialists in the marine and tourism industry. At present Sevastopol, Maritime Academy enrolls 2,300 local and international students. Currently, Sevastopol Maritime Academy has 5 study faculties, 17 study departments, and a pedagogical staff of 210 highly qualified educators. In 10 years Sevastopol Maritime Academy has trained 6,500 marine professionals.
Saint Petersburg State University of Water Communications is a higher educational institution and the structural unit of Saint Petersburg State University of Sea and River Fleet. It was established in 1930 and become the best place to study marine science and study ship construction in Russia. Currently, Saint Petersburg State University of Water Communications is the largest educational institution of secondary vocational education and the leading training center for the sea and river fleet in Saint Petersburg. University provides studying of Bachelor’s programs, Master’s programs, and Postgraduate programs for Russian students and develop advanced Master’s programs with English medium of instruction. Students and teaching staff at University are involved in a variety of research activities and grant programs in Russian universities and universities abroad.
Saint Petersburg State Maritime University is Russia’s only university, which prepares world-class marine engineers with expertise in design, construction and maintenance of ships, surface ships and submarines. Saint Petersburg State Maritime University was founded in 1930. Saint Petersburg State Maritime University provides a high level of training for graduates with compliance with international standards confirmed by experts of the International Institute of Marine Engineers in London. Saint Petersburg State Maritime University diplomas are recognized in Europe and in the United States. At present Saint Petersburg State Maritime University has 5 faculties, 38 departments and staff of 620 skilled professionals. Every year around 1600 graduates from Saint Petersburg State Maritime University. In 85 years Saint Petersburg State Maritime University has trained 28000 marine professionals.
Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical University is Russian university, which prepares world-class marine engineers with expertise in the design, construction, and maintenance of ships, surface ships, and submarines. St. Petersburg State Marine Technical University was founded in 1930. University is the best place to study marine science and study ship construction in Russia. Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical University provides a high level of training for graduates with compliance with international standards confirmed by experts of the International Institute of Marine Engineers in London. Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical University’s higher degrees are recognized in Europe and in the United States. At present Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical University 5 study faculties, 38 study departments, and a staff of 620 skilled professionals.
Saint Petersburg Sea Fishing College is one of the oldest educational institutions in Russia, which trains professionals to work on ships and in the fishing industry. Saint Petersburg Sea Fishing College was founded in 1913. University became an internationally recognized research school with a wide range of cultural and scientific ties with both Russian and overseas universities. It is the best place to study technical science in Russia and get a higher degree in Russia. Over the years Saint Petersburg Sea Fishing College has trained over 25,000 professionals who work in all regions of Russia. At present Saint Petersburg Sea Fishing College has 6 study faculties, 29 study departments, and an academic staff of 250 teachers. University offers training of specialists in bachelor’s courses and master’s courses in 44 areas of education in full-time studying and extra-mural forms of studying. The University offers postgraduate courses in 29 technical specialties and doctorate studies in 6 study specialties. University offers foreign students full-time and extra-mural education in undergraduate courses in Russia, graduate courses in Russia, and postgraduate courses in Russia.
Saint Petersburg Maritime Technical College is a higher educational institution that prepares world-class marine engineers with expertise in the design, construction, and maintenance of ships, surface ships, and submarines. Saint Petersburg Maritime Technical College was founded in 1930. University became an internationally recognized research school with a wide range of cultural and scientific ties with both Russian and overseas universities. It is the best place to study technical science in Russia and get a higher degree in Russia. Saint Petersburg Maritime Technical College provides a high level of training for graduates with compliance with international standards confirmed by experts of the International Institute of Marine Engineers in London. Saint Petersburg Maritime Technical College higher degrees are recognized in Europe and in the United States. At present Saint Petersburg Maritime Technical College has 5 study faculties, 38 study departments, and a staff of 620 skilled professionals. Every year around 1,600 local and international students graduate from Saint Petersburg Maritime Technical College. In 84 years Saint Petersburg Maritime Technical College has trained 28,000 marine professionals.
Saint Petersburg College of Water Transport is a higher educational institution and the structural unit of Saint Petersburg State University of Sea and River Fleet. Saint Petersburg College of Water Transport was founded in 1930. The university conducts pre-university training for international applicants in technical science, medical and biological science, economical science, and humanity science. Currently, Saint Petersburg College of Water Transport is the largest educational institution of secondary vocational education and the leading training center for the sea and river fleet in Saint Petersburg. Over its history, Saint Petersburg College of Water Transport has prepared a large number of capable organizers for the Navy and the shipyards. At present Saint Petersburg College of Water Transport has 4,500 local and international students in 26 study departments with 190 professional educators. In the last 70 years, Saint Petersburg College of Water Transport has trained 26,000 professionals and marine engineers.
Novosibirsk State Academy of Water Transport is a state budgetary educational institution of higher education, founded by the Federal Agency of Sea and River Transport in 1951. Novosibirsk State Academy of Water Transport is one of the leading water transport universities in Russia and the world. The university conducts pre-university training for international applicants in technical science, medical and biological science, economical science, and humanity science. Today Novosibirsk State Academy of Water Transport enrolls more than 6,000 local and international students in full-time studying, evening faculty, and correspondence faculty. Novosibirsk State Academy of Water Transport is a unique education organization in the Siberian and Far Eastern federal districts for the continuous training of specialists with secondary vocational and higher education with highly qualified academic professors and teaching staff. At present Novosibirsk State Academy of Water Transport has 6 study faculties, 24 study departments, and a teaching staff of 250 qualified teachers. During its work period, the Novosibirsk State Academy of Water Transport has trained over 20,000 students. The University offers a wide range of training programs for higher education and secondary vocational education, postgraduate training programs, and programs of additional vocational training.
Moscow State Academy of Water Transport is a higher educational institution in Moscow city of the Russian Federation. Moscow State Academy of Water Transport was founded in 1980 based on the Moscow branch of the Leningrad Institute of Water Transport. The University focuses on integrating science, modern education methods, and innovations, as well as establishing a creative environment for unlocking the potential of every student. Moscow State Academy of Water Transport trains specialists for the industry of sea and river sources. Moscow State Academy of Water Transport is a large educational complex, which includes the Law Institute, 23 study departments consisting of 5 study faculties, 5 study branches, and 7 offices. Moscow State Academy of Water Transport has a highly qualified pedagogical staff of 325 faculty members.
Murmansk State Technical University or MSTU is one of the oldest universities on the Kola peninsula. The university was founded in 1950. Initially it had a name of the High Marine School (HMS). Later it received the status of the Russian State Academy of Fishing Fleet and since 1996 it has become the Memek State Technical University, the biggest and the most prestigious educational Center in the Far North of Russia and undoubtedly one of the biggest and famous in the whole North-West of the country. Currently, Murmansk State Technical University has about 8,000 local and international students in 9 study faculties with a pedagogical staff consisting of 500 educators. During all its educational activity and research activity Murmansk State Technical University has trained more than 39,000 specialists. University provides studying processes for local and international students from other countries. Due to numerous cooperation agreements with foreign universities and organizations, members of academic staff and students have the opportunity to take part in exchange programs and internships abroad to get new theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Komsomolsk-on-Amur State Technical University is a higher education institution in the city of Komsomolsk-on-Amur. The University was established in 1955 and become the center of educational activity in the city. It provides its students with the opportunity to use the most modern studying equipment to conduct scientific research in the field of technical science and power engineering. Komsomolsk-on-Amur State Technical University provides professional training in 58 educational programs for Undergraduate courses, Postgraduate courses, and Doctoral studies. Today Komsomolsk-on-Amur State Technical University comprises 9 study faculties, 48 study departments, 3 study institutes, and a branch in the village of Busan. All of them supplied students with all the study materials and technical equipment they need for studying and research activities. Students can conduct research and implement their results in life.
Kaliningrad State Technical University is a higher educational institution in Kaliningrad city in the Russian Federation. Kaliningrad State Technical University is one of the largest universities in Russia in the fisheries sector of Russia which was founded in 1931. University become a developed multi-disciplinary institution that focuses on the needs of their region and the fishing industry of Russia. University is the best place to study in Russia and get higher education in Russia. Kaliningrad State Technical University implements a professional training program on the Undergraduate courses, Postgraduate courses, and Doctoral studies in Russia. The university provides a training process for prominent students in 42 specialties and areas of higher education in Russia. Kaliningrad State Technical University has 8 study faculties and 28 study departments. The pedagogical staff in the university consists of 567 teachers and researchers, including 64 professors, doctors and 288 assistant professors, and 80 academicians. For 90 years the university has prepared over 33,000 specialists in different areas for the fish industry and other sectors of the economy of Russia and foreign countries.