Kazan University is one of the oldest universities in Russia - it celebrated its 210th anniversary in 2014. We considered this milestone as another token of the university's dedication to its longstanding academic mission as one of the leading educational institutions in Russia and in the world. Today is a dynamic modern University which participates in local and international cooperation.
Master's Programmes
Business & Management (3)
Engineering & Technology (2)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
Computer Science & IT (1)
Law (1)
About
History
In November 1804 the Emperor Alexander I signed the Affirmative Letter and the Charter about the creation of the Kazan Imperial University.
Education
- 687 degree programs in various disciplines
- 10 double-degree programs with partner universities
Research
Research areas:
- Biomedicine and pharmaceutics
- Oil extraction, refining and petrochemistry
- Infocommunication and aerospace technologies
- Advanced materials
Career
Being one of the oldest universities in the country, Kazan Federal University, established the merger of Kazan State University, Tatar State University for Humanities and Education, Kazan State Institute of Finance and Economics, and Elabuga State Pedagogical University, has brought up a remarkable cast of alumni who make a significant contribution to the development of Tatarstan and Russia in industry, politics, science, arts, and sports.
For many years Kazan Federal University has been training specialists for foreign countries. Today our alumni live and work in the USA, Israel, Germany, France, Cuba, Australia, China, Mongolia, Finland, Singapore, Czech Republic, Ukraine and many other countries.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
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QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2022
347 23
2021
370 22
2020
392
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2022
801 -200
2021
601
2020
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2021
-
2020
901 -100
2019
801
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2022
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2021
817 -34
2020
783
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
- KFU students can live on or off campus. The university offers a variety of living facilities and comfortable apartments, including Universiade Village dormitories with the capacity of 12000 living places.
- Dorms/student residences
- The old dormitories - In brief, they are as follows: two or three persons in a room, eight rooms on the floor, one kitchen, two toilets, shower in the basement
- Off-campus apartments - Apartment rent depends on its location, size and refurbishing. As a rule, rented apartments have furniture and basic household appliances (fridge, Telephone).
- Host family stays - KFU offers family stay with host families that have been accommodating international students for many years now.
Library services
Nikolai Lobachevsky Scientific Library is a gem of the University. It was established at the end of the 18th century. During its 200-year history, the library has accumulated over five million volumes, including 150 thousand old and rare units.
- over five million volumes, including 150 thousand old and rare units
- in the Top 10 of Russian libraries by size
- 3rd among other Russian university libraries
ICT services
- Kazan Federal University has a wide computer network with access to the internet. All the Faculties of the University have their own local networks.
- The University also provides students with fee-based Wi-Fi access both in dormitories and in University buildings and a copy center.
Medical services
- International insurance policy (make sure it is valid in Russia) and proof of medical insurance that covers the full study period at KFU must be presented or sign a medical insurance agreement and buy the student medical insurance upon arrival
- Student health/emergency services are organized in KFU medical centers and are organized free of charge given that the student has a medical insurance
Student Life
Campus life
The Universiade Village’s infrastructure is well-developed. Its premises comprise a pharmacy, a medical station, a security guard station, a sports equipment rental centre, a hairdresser's, a supermarket, catering establishments, a post office, a service centre, a tailoring shop. Volleyball and basketball courts and a football ground are located along the Flag alley.
A medical center, drugstore, sports equipment rent station, laundry, beauty salon, cafeteria and other facilities are available here.
Sports facilities
- KFU students practice different types of physical activities at 10 sports halls of the UNIX Center and the recently built 2013 World University Games sporting center Bustan. In the Universiade Village a swimming pool, ice rink, and multi-purpose sports complex are at students' use.
- Students may choose from 24 kinds of sports, including aerobics, basketball, volleyball, martial arts, track and field athletics, table tennis, rock-climbing, swimming, football etc.
Accreditation
Kazan Federal University is a state-licensed higher education institute. Kazan Federal University is licensed and accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science to hold educational activities in the field of higher education.
Student Reviews
KFU review (Biology is the best)
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
In general KFU gives a good level of education. The vast majority of professors at this university are specialists in their area. KFU also has great laborotories, especially Research and Educatiomal Center of Pharmaceutics, where you can find every tool or reagent you need.
Highly positive
Artem Sveshnikov rated 3 out of 5 stars
I've just started and i can observe plenty of opportunities either academic, social and sport as well)
good
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love my university because it gave me great opportunities in studying all about languages I've chosen for my course. Moreover, I'm thankful for the events and people I have met thanks to it.
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