Want to learn about ITMO from a current student? Here’s your chance! 🤩

Hailing from Angola, Ricardo Augusto is now in his second year of studying computer science at ITMO. In a recent video on his YouTube channel, he shares his experiences of studying in Russia and his academic journey.

📹 You can enjoy the video in Portuguese or with English subtitles.

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From breakthrough science to robot musicians — here’s your week at ITMO!

🔬 ITMO, Skoltech, and HSE scientists have created the first electrically powered perovskite laser as a more cost-efficient solution for optical chips, sensors, and quantum devices.

🎓 In 2026, ITMO has received 32,000+ applications to Bachelor’s programs (150% more than last year!) and welcomed a record number of contest winners in St. Petersburg.

🤖 ITMO’s Youth Robotics Lab unveiled its most complex robot yet, EMMA, at RobotChallenge 2026 in Beijing. The violin-playing robot can tune its own violin and repeat melodies “by ear.”

And now, some posts worth revisiting:

👌 We’ve asked our students about their typical monthly spending on groceries, eating out, transport, accommodation, and leisure. Check out the key takeaways in our cards.

🫰 From grabbing a coffee to using an ATM or managing your stipend, learn the essential currency-related words in Russian.

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