Ukhta State Technical University (http://en.ugtu.net) is one of the largest multidisciplinary technical state universities in the European North of Russia. The university has a unique educational, innovative and scientific advantage, and more than 150 laboratories for scientific research. The city of Ukhta is the motherland of the first Russian oil.
One of Ukhta State Technical University’s core values is bridging the gap with the outside world with help of strategic partnership, international internships, exchange programs and cultural programs.

This year, 62 foreign students enrolled into Ukhta State Technical University.
Most of the newcomers came to Ukhta from Most of the newcomers came to Ukhta from neighboring countries. Among those enrolled there are students who have already graduated from the bachelor's degree and entered the master's degree, but most of the students are still "freshmen".
Majority of the foreign students came from Africa, - says the head of the international Department of Ukhta State Technical University Anton Grigoriev. – Those countries include Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and Ghana. These are the top countries where International students come from to study At USTU.
In addition, students from West African States such as Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon and Senegal study at the Ukhta state technical University.
The students will study the Russian language for 10 months before applying for their bachelor or master’s degree.