Autonomous Non-Profit Organization of Higher Education
Zhirinovsky University
of World Civilizations
Shape your future with a degree from UWC!
The University of World Civilizations provides a unique and robust educational environment, opening wide doors for student learning and advancement. It is fully accredited under State Accreditation Certificate No. 3745, issued by Rosobrnadzor (the Federal Service for Supervision of Education and Science) on August 8, 2022.
Why choose the University of World Civilizations?
- State-accredited diplomas
- Elite teaching staff
- Full-time, part-time, and distance learning options
- Professional certification programs
- Guest lectures by top Russian and global politicians
- Internship placement in the State Duma
- Central Moscow campus (Oktyabrskaya Metro Station)
- On-campus housing available for all years of study
- Dynamic student life and city-wide youth events
For admissions inquiries, please contact our International Office at international@uwc-i.ru (for English-speaking applicants) or the Admissions Office at priem@uwc-i.ru (for Russian-speaking applicants).
Admissions Campaign 2026/2027 Academic Year
Required Application Documents:
- Proof of identity: A valid passport or national ID card.
- Academic credentials: Your official diploma or degree certificate, including the full transcript/academic record.
- Supporting documentation: Any additional required papers (e.g., marriage/name change certificates, military registration).
- Photographs: Two 3×4 cm photos printed on matte paper.
- Application form: Completed and signed.
- Personal data consent: A signed form agreeing to the processing of your personal data.
- Enrollment consent: A signed form confirming your intent to enroll.
Government Scholarships for International Students
Study for free in Russia! The Government of the Russian Federation allocates annual quotas for foreign citizens to receive fully funded higher education. By choosing this scholarship track, you will receive:
- Full tuition coverage for Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Postgraduate (PhD) programs.
- Guaranteed accommodation in the university dormitory.
- A monthly stipend (scholarship allowance) throughout your studies.
- Student discounts on public transit, theater tickets, museum entries, and more.
⚠️ Important Note:
To study at our University under this scholarship, you must select the Zhirinovsky University of World Civilizations (АНО ВО «Университет мировых цивилизаций») as your #1 top-priority choice on your application.
Step-by-Step Application Guide:
- Register & Apply: Create an account on the official Education in Russia portal and complete your application form for the Russian Government quota.
- Pass Local Selection: Wait for an invitation to participate in the competitive selection rounds and interviews held in your home country.
- Check the Shortlist: Once you pass the local selection, verify that your name appears on the list of candidates recommended for the second stage on the Education in Russia portal.
- Access the Tracking Portal: Wait for your login credentials and access link to the secondary tracking portal at Russia-Edu.
- Monitor Your Status: Keep a close eye on your application progress through your personal online dashboard.
- Connect with UWC: Contact the University of World Civilizations International Office at international@uwc-i.ru so we can track your application together and help secure your placement with us.
University Leadership
RECTOR
OLEG SLOBOTCHIKOV
PhD in Political Science, Professor, Honorable Worker of Higher Education sphere of the Russian Federation
Leninsky Prospekt, ½ building 1, 14th floor
Office hours: Wednesday: from 14:00 to 16:00
SENIOR VICE-RECTOR
ALEXANDR SHATOKHIN
PhD in Psychology, Associate Professor
Leninsky Prospekt, ½ building 1, 14th floor
VICE-RECTOR FOR RESEARCH
MARIA BULAVINA
PhD in Law, Associate Professor
Leninsky Prospekt, ½ building 1, room 1512
VICE-RECTOR FOR EDUCATIONAL QUALITY AND ACADEMIC COMPLIANCE — HEAD OF ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND OPERATIONS
ELENA TIKHONOVA
Leninsky Prospekt, ½ building 1, room 1111
Research and Innovation
Key Responsibilities
The University Research Council coordinates all scientific activities and academic research. The Vice-Rector for Research oversees the planning, management, and execution of the university’s research initiatives.
Core Objectives of Scientific Research at the University:
- Advance fundamental research: Develop foundational studies to generate new knowledge and pioneer breakthrough technologies.
- Leverage scientific potential: Apply the university’s academic expertise to address socio-economic, socio-political, managerial, and educational challenges, while enhancing professional training through a civilizational lens.
- Sustain and grow research groups: Preserve established academic schools while actively supporting new research tracks and scientific disciplines.
- Commercialize research results: Integrate scientific discoveries and developments directly into the operations of external enterprises and organizations.
- Provide consulting services: Offer high-level information and consultancy services to external partners.
- Enhance the educational process: Integrate recent research findings into the curriculum, introduce students to research methodologies, and actively involve them in scientific projects.
- Develop academic faculty: Train research personnel and provide continuous professional development to upgrade faculty qualifications.
- Protect intellectual property: Establish robust frameworks to safeguard copyrights and intellectual property rights for researchers, strengthening institutional science.
- Diversify research funding: Expand the financial foundation of R&D by securing external, non-budgetary funding and driving innovation.
Conference Publications
Conference Proceedings and Publications
We publish an annual compendium of research papers based on the themes of our international academic conferences. All published materials are indexed in the Russian Science Citation Index (RSCI)
Student Research
Student Research Initiatives
Student research is an integral component of the university’s scientific ecosystem. Research activities are organized and mentored by academic departments in close collaboration with the Student Scientific Council. Any student eager to explore academic research is welcome to become an active participant in our scientific community.
Key Forms of Student Scientific Engagement:
- Institutional research: Collaborating on ongoing, planned research projects headed by university faculty.
- Academic competitions: Participating in internal, interuniversity, and national open competitions for student research papers.
- Practical research tasks: Conducting targeted scientific research during field training and internships.
- Academic presentations: Drafting reports, creative assignments, and abstracts on pressing issues in the humanities, social sciences, and economics for presentation at scientific societies, seminars, roundtables, and conferences.
- Scientific writing: Preparing research papers, literature reviews, and annotations for publication in academic journals.
- Digital lecture design: Creating high-quality multimedia and computer presentations for academic lectures.
- E-learning development: Assisting in the creation of digital textbooks, online courses, and interactive teaching aids.
- Visual learning tools: Designing instructional slide decks and visual aids tailored for specific course modules.
Global Mission & Vision
The University of World Civilizations strives to excel in higher education and academic research, contributing meaningfully to a thoughtful and socially responsible global society.
We firmly believe that internationalization is key to modern education. Our mission comes to life through active student and faculty mobility, participation in international educational projects, and strategic institutional partnerships worldwide.
The University offers an enriched ecosystem of educational, scholarly, cultural, and social activities, including:
International Forums: Annual academic conferences, seminars, and high-level roundtables that bring together leading experts from around the globe.
Global Academic Networks: Close institutional cooperation and research partnerships with foreign universities.
Our Global Partners & Academic Networks
- China: Inner Mongolia Honder College of Arts and Sciences
- China: Xi’an Fanyi University
- Kazakhstan: Eurasian Technological University
- Kyrgyzstan: Kyrgyz Economic University named after M. Ryskulbekov (KEU)
- Pakistan: Consortium for Asia-Pacific and Eurasian Studies (CAPES), Islamabad
- Pakistan: Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology (FUUAST), Islamabad
- Vietnam: Tay Nguyen University
Academic Mobility & Student Exchange
We are committed to fostering active academic mobility for both students and faculty members.
Our most dynamic partnership is currently developing with Xi’an Fanyi University (China). This collaboration focuses on robust student exchange programs, joint research initiatives, and academic cross-training, opening up extensive global horizons and cultural immersion opportunities for our students.
