Brief Description:
Applications are now open for the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech) master and PhD programs 2021-22. Skoltech is a private graduate research institute in Moscow, Russia that was established in cooperation with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). By studying at Skoltech you will experience a fantastically vibrant and open environment and enjoy courses with great freedom and guidance from world-leading scientists and professors. Therefore, if you want to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree at Skoltech, apply for this opportunity.
Scholarship Details:
Opportunity Type: Fully Funded
Language Requirement:
Language of Instruction: English
Application deadlines:
For MSc programs: 16 July 2021
For Ph.D. programs: 1 August 2021
Host institution: Skoltech
Level of study:
· Master’s Degree
· PhD Degree
Fields study:
Master programs:
· Advanced Computational Science
· Data Science
· Life Sciences
· Photonics and Quantum Materials
· Petroleum Engineering
· Mathematical and Theoretical Physics
· Photonics and Quantum Materials
· Space and Engineering Systems
· Space and engineering sciences
· Engineering systems
· Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
· Materials Science
· Internet of Things & Wireless Technologies
PhD Programs:
· Mathematics and Mechanics
· Physics
· Materials Science and Engineering
· Life Sciences
· Computational and Data Science and Engineering
· Engineering Systems
· Petroleum Engineering
Benefits of Scholarship:
· Coverage of full tuition fees
· The institute provides substantial stipends depending upon the candidates’ academic rigor that starts at 40,000 RUR/month for the MSc program and 75,000 rubles for PhD students.
· Free medical insurance
· Diverse academic engagement programs
Eligibility:
To be eligible, prospective applicants should meet the following requirements:
· For MSc programs, hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree, specialist degree or any other corresponding degree from a recognized university.
· For Ph.D. programs, hold a relevant master’s degree, specialist degree, or any other corresponding degree from a reputable university.
· As the institute receives lots of applications from outstanding students and its selection process is highly competitive, fulfilling the minimum criteria does not necessarily mean admission.
Students having obtained education or training in the following fields have generally succeeded in applying to Skoltech.
· Computer science, computer engineering, computational mathematics, mathematics & applied mathematics, informatics, etc.
· Physics, applied physics
· Chemistry, chemical engineering
· Biology, molecular biology, bio-engineering, biochemistry, biophysics, bioinformatics, systems biology
· Materials science and engineering
· Aerospace science and engineering, astrophysics
· Mechanical engineering
· Petroleum and gas engineering, geophysics, geology, geological engineering
Language requirement:
· Since the language of instruction at the institute is English, applicants must meet the language proficiency requirement by presenting a TOEFL or IELTS Score.
· Acceptable TOEFL score: TOEFL IBT 80, 450 TOEFL ITP or 6 on IELTS. Applicants’ scores should be valid for two years and those with a degree from an English-speaking institution are exempted from this criteria.
· Submitting GRE is not mandatory, however, it will strengthen your application and chance of success.
Required documents
· Online application form
· Motivation letter
· Resume/CV
· Two letters of recommendation (only for master students)
· Evidence of proficiency score in English, i.e., TOEFL or IELTS (students may first apply without test scores, but all should provide it at a later date “selection weekend”)
· Copy of transcripts, in English (and original language) of all higher education institutions completed. In the application phase, copies will be enough, but official copies must be presented at a later stage.
· Results of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)- Optional
· As part of the admission process, candidates should name the Skoltech faculty member(s) with whom they would like to conduct doctoral studies. Applicants may review the Skoltech faculty profiles prior to beginning the online application on the web-page of each PhD Program and connect with the faculty member (via e-mail) that only applies to PhD candidates).
· For more information about the program, institute, and application guide, you are advised to refer to the official link.
How to Apply?
Application is conducted online and applicants are encouraged to read the application requirements and instructions before applying.
Official website: https://www.skoltech.ru/en/apply/
Deadline:
For MSc programs: 16 July 2021
For Ph.D. programs: 1 August 2021
