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Linguistics at RUDN University is a 4-year bachelor's programme taught in Russian. Core subjects include Ancient Languages and Cultures, Modern Linguistic Theories and General Linguistics. Students complete translation and pre-graduation placements. The programme ends with the defence of a final thesis.
Tuition
Fee details
International students · Course 1 · 7,500 USD per academic year
What you will study
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Admission requirements 2026/27
How you can study
- Applicants from visa countries receive an invitation after paying the preliminary contract.
Entrance tests
- Foreign bachelor's and specialist applicants on paid places take two tests: a language test matching the teaching language and a portfolio assessment.
- Each entrance test is scored out of 100 points with a minimum pass mark of 30.
- Russian-taught bachelor and specialist programmes include a Russian language test for foreign applicants.
- A TORFL (TRKI) certificate at level 1 or higher counts as the Russian test result.
Key dates
- Additional intake for holders of foreign education documents ends
Admission details
Application and arrival
- Add documents confirming individual achievements that count in admission.
- Provide a medical certificate showing no contraindications to study in Russia and no HIV infection.
- Attach one 3x4 photo to the application; bring six more at enrolment.
- Apply via the Gosuslugi portal, by post, or in person in Moscow or Sochi.
- At enrolment bring the originals, your migration card and entry visa if you came on a visa.
Other rules
- Foreign students can be enrolled remotely, without crossing the Russian border.
- Admission route
- International students
Before you apply
Check which documents to prepare before applying.
Passport
General preparation guidance
Prepare your international passport and a clear copy of the page with your photo and personal details.
If you need a Russian study visa, use this passport for your invitation and visa application at a Russian embassy or consulate.
Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from the start date of your study visa.
Education documents
General preparation guidance
Prepare your school certificate or diploma in its original language, with the supplement or transcript showing your subjects and grades.
Depending on the country that issued it, you may need an apostille or consular legalisation. Some documents are exempt.
Your qualification may also need recognition in Russia. Ask the university which steps apply to your document.
Required when applying
Provide a copy of your education document with its supplement.
Russian translations
General preparation guidance
Prepare Russian translations of your passport and education documents.
Have the translations certified by a Russian notary or a Russian consulate in the country of issue.
Education translation
Required when applying
Provide a certified Russian translation of the education document and its supplement. Your name in the translated documents must match the name in your entry visa.
Identity translation
Required when applying
Provide a certified Russian translation of your identity document.
Russian language certificate
General preparation guidance
TORFL (TRKI) is an official certificate showing your level of Russian.
To get it, pass a Russian language test at an authorised testing centre. The test covers reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary and grammar.
A language course can help you prepare. A course completion document is not the same as a TORFL certificate.
Check the level and accepted proof with the university. Some universities accept their own Russian entrance test instead of a certificate.
Already in Russia?General preparation guidance
Prepare copies of your migration card and current registration (proof of where you stay), if these documents were issued to you.
Also prepare your valid visa or residence permit, if you have one.
Before enrolment or changing universities, contact the university’s international office. Tell them why you are in Russia and when your documents expire.
Ask whether your current documents allow you to study and what needs to be updated.
Document information from university admission rules for 2026/27.