From June 20 to July 3, 2025, KarRC RAS Doctoral Studies Department is accepting applications for higher education programs for training research and research-educational personnel for the 2025/2026 academic year.
A total of 17 full-time positions are available this year, most of which are state-funded. Applications are open for the following academic specialties:
1.2.2. Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Methods, and Software Systems
1.5.4. Biochemistry
1.5.12. Zoology
1.5.15. Ecology
1.5.21. Plant Physiology and Biochemistry
1.6.3. Petrology, Volcanology
4.1.6. Forest Science, Silviculture, Forest Crops, Forest Drainage, Landscaping, Forest Fire Science, and Forest Valuation
5.2.3. Regional and Sectoral Economics
5.6.1. Russian History
5.9.5. Russian Language. Languages of the Peoples of Russia
In accordance with Russian law, doctoral students are eligible for deferment from military conscription, and those admitted to state-funded positions who maintain good academic standing receive a monthly stipend.
The application deadline is July 3, 2025. Entrance exams will be held from September 1 to 10. Studies at the KarRC RAS Doctoral Studies Department begin on October 1.
Detailed information regarding admissions in 2025, including the timeline, number of positions available, and submission requirements, is posted on the KarRC RAS Doctoral Studies Department website. For admission-related questions please contact the Doctoral Studies Department by calling 8(8142)76-55-91, via e-mail aspirantura@krc.karelia.ru, or at Office 504, 11 Pushkinskaya St., Petrozavodsk.
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