National Research University – Higher School of Economics, Research university in central Moscow, Russia.
The National Research University – Higher School of Economics is a public institution across several sites in the Russian capital, focusing on economics, social sciences, mathematics, and related fields. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs and operates nine libraries alongside multiple research centers and international laboratories.
Founded in 1992 following the end of the Soviet Union, the institution was created to train specialists for the transition to a market economy. It became the first Russian university to adopt the Bologna system, introducing bachelor's and master's degrees and reshaping higher education in the country.
The Russian name of the institution reflects both economic and social science research, with campus buildings spread across central Moscow neighborhoods. Students from many countries meet Russian peers here, with many classes taught in English and international partnerships shaping daily academic life.
Campus buildings are located in different Moscow neighborhoods, so it helps to check beforehand which site is relevant for your visit. Some areas are restricted to students and staff, while public lectures and events welcome outside guests.
The institution operates an open-access publisher, making academic journals and research findings freely available online. This approach allows researchers worldwide to access current Russian studies and supports international academic exchange.
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