SPbPU Expands International Academic and Scientific Cooperation with Leading Chinese Universities and Companies

Strategic Insights -

A recent working visit by the Polytechnic University delegation to the SPbPU Representative Office in Shanghai has led to the expansion of international academic and scientific cooperation between Russia and China. The trip aimed to promote international internship programs for professional development, present the new project "SPbPU International Internship Center," and discuss current areas of cooperation with potential partners. The productive dialogue resulted in concrete agreements, including the launch of a joint international professional development program with the Shanghai University of Science and Technology and the development of an international professional development program for employees of Chinese industrial companies with the China-SCO University of Trade and Economics.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Polytechnic University delegation, led by Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education Dmitry Tikhonov and Head of the Department of International Educational Programs and Academic Mobility Olga Yemelyanova, visited the SPbPU Representative Office in Shanghai to expand international academic and scientific cooperation.
  • The trip resulted in concrete agreements, including the launch of a joint international professional development program with the Shanghai University of Science and Technology and the development of an international professional development program for employees of Chinese industrial companies with the China-SCO University of Trade and Economics.
  • The SPbPU International Internship Center project aims to attract talented international researchers to the university, developing its international scientific and educational cooperation and promoting SPbPU as one of Russia's best scientific schools abroad.
  • Collaboration with leading Chinese universities and companies, such as Ambright Education Group, is strategically important for SPbPU, opening up new opportunities for academic exchange, joint research, and strengthening the position of Russian education on the international stage.
  • The productive dialogue with Chinese partners confirmed that the idea of a continuing education program in the form of international internships, implemented with the support of the Priority 2030 program, has resonated with them.