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The Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Leadership online (OCL online) program is designed for current and emerging leaders, eager to enact systemic change from the top-down.

Application Deadlines

The OCL online program has three dates throughout the year: Spring (January), Summer (May) and Fall (August). All items must be completed before the Final Application Deadline, including letters of recommendation and transcripts. Learn more about  Admission Requirements .

August 2024

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Why apply early.

Applying before the final deadline gives you an earlier admission decision and the benefit of more time to prepare for your future, including identifying financial aid resources, scholarships and student loans.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, but we encourage you to apply early. If you apply by the  Early Action Deadline , you will be eligible to receive an  application fee waiver . If you apply by the  Priority Submit Deadline , your application fee will be  reduced from $90 to $50 .

Upcoming Immersions for Incoming Students

It’s important to consider immersion dates while you are applying for the program. Plan accordingly, as these immersions are required. You may need to adjust your term schedule if you are unable to attend an immersion.

Admission Requirements

The USC Rossier School of Education maintains the same high admission criteria for our online programs as for our  on-campus  programs.

We seek leaders across industries whose academic background, professional goals, personal commitments and communication skills meet the demands of a rigorous graduate program.

To be eligible for this EdD, you must have the following:

• A bachelor’s degree or its recognized equivalent from a regionally accredited institution
• A minimum of six years of proven leadership experience
• A high level of verbal and written communication skills as demonstrated by the required video response and timed writing assessment
• There is no minimum GPA required to apply to USC Rossier programs, but competitive applicants typically have a GPA of 3.0 or above. GPA is one of many elements evaluated in the admission committee’s comprehensive evaluation of candidates. We use a holistic review process whereby academic preparation, professional work experience, personal achievement and commitment to the USC Rossier mission are each considered. No single attribute or characteristic guarantees admission to USC Rossier.

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

USC Rossier welcomes international applicants. If your prior study was completed outside of the United States, you must have earned the equivalent of a United States bachelor’s degree to be eligible for admission. View the international application requirements based on your  country of study . 

International students whose native language is not English and who have completed their undergraduate work outside of the United States are required to demonstrate proficiency in English as part of the application process. USC does not waive the English proficiency requirement for graduate degree(s) earned in the United States or other qualifying countries; requirements are based on the completion of undergraduate studies. For more information on English proficiency requirements, English-language test waivers and other alternate accepted exams, please visit the  USC Graduate Admission English-Language Proficiency page .

Note: if you have attended any institution outside of the United States, it is strongly recommended that you submit all materials by the priority deadline.

Application Components

All items must be completed and submitted before the final application deadline, including transcripts and letters of recommendation.

Online Application

The  online application  includes questions about your personal, academic and professional background.

Personal Statement

Your Personal Statement, comprised of three 500 word responses, will give you the opportunity to provide an in-depth look at your background and professional goals, as well as showcase graduate-level written communication skills.

Employment Information

You will be asked to provide information about past employment and upload your most current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).

Letters of Recommendation

USC Rossier requires three letters of recommendation to complete the application. Letters should come from supervisors and/or former instructors or faculty who can comment on significant contributions you have made in your workplace, your leadership skills as well as your commitment to life-long learning and your ability to perform well in master’s-level coursework.

• Recommendation letters must be typed on official letterhead from the organization with a signature. If the recommender is not able to obtain company letterhead, this must be noted somewhere in the letter.
• It is your responsibility to ensure all recommendation letters are submitted in the proper format prior to the appropriate deadline. Letters uploaded in the incorrect format without explanation are subject to further review.
• Recommendations letters should be submitted by recommenders by the application deadline, but they are not required to be submitted at the time you submit your application.

Please note: recommendation letters are program-specific and cannot be used to apply to additional programs.

Video Response and Timed Writing Assessment

The recorded video response is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your communication skills in professional settings. The timed writing assessment will allow you to demonstrate your writing, critical thinking and analytical ability. No advance preparation is required for either assessment. You must complete both assessments during the same session. You are allowed to take each assessment one time only. For technical assistance with the video response or timed writing assessment, email [email protected]

Required Writing Assessment

Applicants are required to submit a timed Writing Assessment. This 30-minute online exercise measures your ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills in written form. You will choose a position to a provided argument and compose a concise, well-reasoned response.

Transcripts

Many schools issue transcripts electronically. If this option is available to you, please specify that your encrypted transcript(s) be sent to  [email protected] . This will expedite the delivery of your transcript(s) and the completion of your application.

Sealed, official academic transcripts must be sent directly from  all postsecondary institutions you attended , including any community college coursework to:

University of Southern California (USC) Application Processing Center USC Rossier PO Box 30096 024-003 College Station, TX 77842

Please note: To be considered an official transcript, the transcript must be sent directly from your institution(s) or through an electronic transcript vendor retained by that institution. Transcripts submitted by enrolled or prospective students are considered unofficial documents, even if they are in a sealed envelope provided to you by the issuing university.

Any academic or professional certificates or certifications earned at a regionally accredited institution may also require an official sealed transcript(s).  Reach out to an Admission Counselor at 1-888-628-1872 or  via email  at [email protected] with any questions about transcripts.

Application Fee

The USC application fee is $90; however, you can receive a reduced fee when you  apply early .

International Applicants

Candidates from around the world are encouraged to apply. If your prior study was completed outside of the United States, you must have earned the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree to be eligible for admission.

If your native language is not English and you do not have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university, you will be required to submit a valid score from the TOEFL iBT® (Internet-based test).  View additional application requirements .

We may require that you complete an oral interview to assess your English communication skills to make sure you have the ability to understand course materials and collaborate with classmates and faculty. Oral interviews may be arranged in person, by telephone or through video conferencing.

Please note: International applicants should apply by the priority submit deadline.

Confidentiality and Document Submission Policy

Transcripts and all other materials submitted for admission consideration become the property of USC. The university does not return or duplicate materials for any reason whatsoever. The information and materials in your submitted application are made available only to the central Office of Admission and the admission committee of the academic department or professional school to which you have applied.

Virtual Tours

USC Rossier offers virtual tours of the online classroom experience. To schedule one or to learn more about other virtual engagement opportunities, please contact an an Admissions Counselor at 1-888-628-1872.

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Master’s Degree Programs

USC Rossier offers a range of academic programs that prepare students to start and advance careers as teachers, school administrators, instructional designers, counselors and therapists. Our programs combine research and practice to help students apply innovative techniques in classrooms and learning environments around the world.

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program will allow you to earn your master’s degree and complete the requirements to be recommended for a California preliminary teaching credential. 

Teaching (online)

The Master of Arts in Teaching online (MAT online) program will allow you to earn your master’s degree and complete the requirements to be recommended for a California preliminary teaching credential. Students in the MAT online program participate in live online classes and complete coursework on their own time. The MAT online program has three start dates throughout the year.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

The Master of Arts in Teaching - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MAT-TESOL) program will equip you to provide systematic and effective language instruction. 

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (online)

The Master of Arts in Teaching - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages online (MAT-TESOL online) program will equip you to provide systematic and effective language instruction. Students in the MAT–TESOL online program participate in live online classes and complete coursework on their own time.

Educational Counseling

The Master of Education in Educational Counseling (EC) program will prepare you with an in-depth understanding of counseling, higher education systems and theories of student development. 

Enrollment Management and Policy (online)

The Master of Education in Enrollment Management and Policy online (EMP online) program will equip you with an understanding of the key aspects of enrollment management through the lens of educational equity. You will be prepared to lead efforts in early outreach, recruitment, admission, enrollment, financial aid, orientation, student retention and strategic enrollment planning.

Learning Design and Technology (online)

The Master of Education in Learning Design and Technology online (LDT online) program will help you gain the skills to design, develop, implement and evaluate learning and instruction in a variety of settings, including PK-12, higher education, military, nonprofit and corporate learning environments.

Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs

The Master of Education in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs (PASA) program will equip you with a broad understanding of the key aspects of higher education administration, including student affairs, student development, legal issues, identity and diversity and the history of higher education. You will select three focus courses that align with your interests or career goals.

Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs (online)

The Master of Education in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs online (PASA online) program will equip you with a broad understanding of the key aspects of higher education administration, including student affairs, student development, legal issues, identity and diversity and the history of higher education. You will select three focus courses that align with your interests or career goals.

School Counseling (online)

The Master of Education in School Counseling online (SC online) program will prepare you to support the social, emotional and academic development of students. During the program, you will complete the requirements to be recommended for the California School Counseling Pupil Personnel Services clear credential.

Marriage and Family Therapy

The Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT)  program will prepare you to address issues facing families, couples, adults and children. After you complete the program and fulfill other state-mandated requirements, you will be eligible for the state of California’s Marriage and Family Therapy license.

Program Requirements

The PhD program requires a minimum of 63 units of course work, comprising the following elements: Core Block (16 units), Concentration Block (15 units), Research Block (15 units), Cognate Block (12 units) and Dissertation Proposal and Dissertation Block (5 units).

The core represents the essential knowledge that serves as the groundwork for later course work and for other research and scholarly activities within the program and beyond with a particular focus on urban education. This work is completed in the first year.

Required Courses

• EDUC 630 Organizations and Policy: Current Issues Units: 4
• EDUC 642 Controversies in Learning and Instruction Units: 4
• EDUC 650 Ways of Seeing: Applying Social Science and Critical Theories to Education Units: 4
• EDUC 681 Research, Policy and Practice in Urban Education Units: 4

Additional Requirements

Concentration block.

Courses in this block are linked to the concentrations available in the Rossier School of Education PhD program. Courses in this block permit students to consider applied problems in collaboration with students in other programs.

Research Block

Courses in this block provide the basic tools to pursue systematic, programmatic, empirical investigation. It includes qualitative and quantitative elements with the understanding that complex educational problems require a variety of investigative approaches. Areas include research design, analysis of variance/multiple regression, qualitative methods, measurement, advanced qualitative or quantitative analysis, or other related areas. Courses may be taken inside or outside the Rossier School of Education.

Cognate Block

This block is designed for students to pursue interdisciplinary approaches to educational issues, and may consist of courses inside or outside the Rossier School of Education. The specific courses are determined in conjunction with the adviser.

Dissertation Block

This block includes preparation for the qualifying examination and initial dissertation proposal. It is taken during the semester of the qualifying examination and EDUC 794a Doctoral Dissertation   , EDUC 794b Doctoral Dissertation    (minimum of 4 units taken after a student passes the qualifying examination and has advanced to candidacy). The dissertation block is designed to prepare students for their dissertation research and continues through the writing and defense of the dissertation. The process involves intensive collaboration with the adviser and the qualifying exam committee.

Transfer of Course Work

The maximum number of transfer credits that can be applied toward the degree is 20 units. The faculty of the student’s degree program determines whether transfer credit is applicable toward a specific graduate degree.

Faculty Adviser

A designated faculty member provides the academic advisement for entering graduate students at the point of admission. A faculty member is appointed to serve as the adviser until an approved qualifying exam committee is established.

Screening Process

When students have completed the core course work, the doctoral screening committee assesses their performance and makes a decision about their readiness to continue in the program. Students are notified of the results by the PhD program chair and director.

Additionally, students will be assessed each year based on adviser input, coursework and research progress.  If student progress is not satisfactory as determined by the student’s faculty adviser, warnings will be issued in accordance with USC Graduate School policies.

Qualifying Exam Committee

The qualifying exam committee is composed of at least five members. A minimum of three, including the chair, must be from the Rossier School; one must be a faculty member from outside the Rossier School. Normally, all members of the qualifying exam committee are regular faculty with the rank of assistant professor or above in departments offering the PhD.

Qualifying Examinations

As a prerequisite to candidacy for the PhD, students must pass written and oral qualifying examinations. The written qualifying examination is designed to assess a student’s readiness to undertake dissertation research and to assess the student’s ability to critically analyze and synthesize theoretical and methodological knowledge. The oral portion consists, in part, of a teaching and research portfolio. The teaching portfolio documents and reflects the student’s development and productivity in thinking about course content and instructional delivery. The research portfolio documents and reflects the student’s development and productivity in research and writing from the point of entry into the program. Please see the Graduate School page for policies regarding committees and pass/fail results. 

Admission to Candidacy

Admission to candidacy is a formal action taken by the faculty that is based upon passing the qualifying examination and completing all PhD course requirements (with the exception of EDUC 794a,     EDUC 794b,     EDUC 794d,     EDUC 794z    Doctoral Dissertation). Notification of admission or denial of admission to candidacy is by letter from the associate vice provost for graduate programs.

Dissertation Committee

After admission to candidacy and approval of the dissertation proposal, the PhD qualifying exam committee is known as the dissertation committee and is usually reduced to three members. The committee will include one faculty member from outside the Rossier School of Education but within USC, and will be chaired by a tenure track faculty member.

Doctoral Dissertation

After the qualifying examination is passed, students must enroll in EDUC 794a,     EDUC 794b,     EDUC 794d,     EDUC 794z    Doctoral Dissertation each semester, except summer session, after admission to candidacy until all degree requirements have been completed. A minimum of two semesters (4 units) is required. A maximum of 4 dissertation units may be applied to satisfy the degree requirement. While enrolled in EDUC 794a   , students will develop a dissertation proposal in collaboration with the adviser. The dissertation committee grants final approval for the proposal. Credit for EDUC 794a    and permission to enroll in EDUC 794b    will only be given after the dissertation proposal is approved. IRB (Human Subjects Institutional Review Board) approval is required for all dissertation studies.

Teaching Skills Development

All doctoral students must teach for at least one semester before they graduate. This program requirement may be fulfilled by co-­teaching, serving as a teaching  assistant, or solo teaching. International students must meet the English proficiency standards set forth by the American Language Institute and participate, if necessary, in specialized training offered through the Center for Excellence in Teaching. Proposals for meeting this requirement must be reviewed and approved by the PhD Governance Committee.

Graduate School Policies and Requirements

The PhD is administered by the Graduate School so PhD students must also consult with The Graduate School sections of the catalogue for regulations and requirements pertaining to the PhD degree. Students should also refer to  Graduate and Professional Education    and  The Graduate School   , Academic and University Policies    and other sections of this catalogue for general regulations and policies including but not limited to time limits, leave of absence, scholarship standing, academic warnin, and other issues not directly addressed in this section.

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Doctoral students are trained through a mentorship model, working closely with faculty on research. Students are expected to engage in research activities and scholarship throughout their graduate training, leading up to and culminating in the doctoral dissertation. Expertise is also acquired by participating in courses, seminars, and colloquia. Most students also gain experience with teaching through guest lectures and teaching assistantships.

The Department of Psychology is composed of five groups, or areas. Within each of these groups, the faculty share a primary interest in a specific branch of psychology. Select an area to see more information and its faculty members in our doctoral program.

Brain and Cognitive Science

Addresses fundamental questions about the brain and mind in human and animals in areas such as creativity, decision, emotion, learning and memory, linguistics, motivation, and perception.

Clinical Science

Applies scientific theories and methods to understand adaptive and maladaptive functioning, to alleviate human suffering, and to promote adjustment. Specialization available in clinical-aging, child and family clinical, and adult clinical.

Developmental Psychology

Studies developmental change in social behavior, cognition, language, neurological structure and emotions from childhood through early adulthood.

Quantitative Methods and Computational Psychology

Studies basic and advanced methodology used in psychometrics and measurement, multilevel and longitudinal data analysis, behavior genetic methods, decision making, robust statistical methods, and computational tools for analyzing multivariate data.

Social Psychology

Studies the thoughts, feelings and actions of individuals as they are influenced by other individuals and by groups. Topics include attitude change, aggression, intergroup relations, decision making, safe sex, gender differences, and self-regulation.

However, this division does not reflect our approach to research questions. Many of our faculty are affiliated with more than one area or collaborate across areas. Many students work with multiple faculty members during their doctoral studies.

Prerequisites for Admission

The Admissions page describes how to apply and the background needed for a competitive application.

Course Requirements

The following is a brief outline of requirements. Details of requirements for doctoral students in the USC Graduate School can be found at General Requirements for graduate degrees. Additional information about Psychology department requirements is provided in the Handbook for Graduate Students. Additional information about the Clinical Science Program can be found in the Clinical Science Handbook.

Residency and Time Limits

The doctoral program is designed with the expectation that a student can complete all requirements within five years, except for the clinical area, wherein a requirement for internship training extends the period by one year.

Student progress is monitored through annual reviews and formal evaluations that occur at the first-year screening, second-year project, qualifying examination, and dissertation.

• First-Year Screening: Students are evaluated based on performance in courses and progress in research, as judged by the faculty of the student’s specialty area.
• Second-Year Project: Master’s thesis or a research report of comparable scope and quality. The student’s performance in planning, conducting, and reporting the study is evaluated by a committee of three faculty members.
• Qualifying Exam: During the fourth year of residence, students are expected to pass a Qualifying Exam. This has two components; the dissertation proposal and a written examination or review paper. These are evaluated by a guidance committee that consists of faculty members from two or more areas within Psychology, and a faculty member from outside the Psychology department.
• Dissertation: By the end of the fifth year, the student should submit and defend a dissertation that describes the research that was done, with analysis of the findings in relation to the relevant literature. If this is judged to be acceptable by the guidance committee and the Graduate School, the degree of Doctor of Philosophy is conferred.

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To apply to the DRSc program, you must:

• Have completed a bachelor’s degree with a minimum  grade point average  (GPA) of 3.0 from an accredited college or university.*
• Submit  three letters of recommendation  from professionals or professors familiar with your capabilities and achievements.
• Submit a copy of your most up-to-date  resume or CV .
• Submit a Statement of Purpose  that addresses your interest in the degree and possible areas for your doctoral research. (450-500 words) Your essay should be uploaded in the supporting documents section.
• Identify and explain the argument that the author is making
• Provide your own argument, defend or counter, about argument made in the dissertation
• Provide 3-5 additional references that are not included in the original work
• 800 – 1000 words

Strong candidates are full-time working professionals with 10 to 15 years of experience in the regulated product industry with several years of experience managing or directing regulatory or quality departments.

If you have any questions about your specific situation, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] .

Application Deadlines

The Department’s Admissions Committee will review all applications at the same time, regardless of when it was received. Applications are accepted every two years starting in August of an odd year with a priority deadline of February 1 and final deadline of March 1 of an even year. The 2024 cohort application will open in August of 2023 and will close on March 1, 2024.

Application Procedures

You may apply online through the  USC Graduate Admissions website . You will find the “Doctor of Regulatory Science (DRSc)” program after selecting the “USC School of Pharmacy”. Please arrange to have transcripts and test scores sent to USC in time to meet the February 1 st  deadline.

After an initial review by the admission committee, select applicants will be invited to Los Angeles to visit our campus for three interviews, at minimum. At least one interview will be conducted by an alumni or student in the DRSc program. Final admission decisions are typically made by the end of June.

In rare cases, applicants may be contacted for a brief screening via Zoom as part of the initial review process.

Materials to be submitted

• Official transcripts from all colleges you have attended, sent to the USC Office of Admission, as directed in the online application process, to the following address:

University of Southern California Office of Admission and Financial Aid 3601 South Flower Street, Room 112 Los Angeles, CA 90089-0911

• Three letters of recommendation from professors or professionals familiar with your capabilities and achievements, utilizing the process provided called “Evaluations” in the online application.  It includes a form to be completed as well as uploading a personalized letter.
• Your personal statement that addresses your interest in the degree and possible areas for your doctoral research should be uploaded in the “Documents” section under “Program Materials”
• Your resume should be uploaded in the “Documents” section under “Supporting Information”

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100 Best universities for Mechanical Engineering in Russia

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in Russia ranked based on their research performance in Mechanical Engineering. A graph of 714K citations received by 136K academic papers made by 158 universities in Russia was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

1. Moscow State University

For Mechanical Engineering

2. Tomsk State University

3. St. Petersburg State University

4. Bauman Moscow State Technical University

5. Ufa State Aviation Technical University

6. Peter the Great St.Petersburg Polytechnic University

7. Tomsk Polytechnic University

8. Ural Federal University

9. South Ural State University

10. National Research University Higher School of Economics

11. Moscow Aviation Institute

12. Novosibirsk State University

13. ITMO University

14. N.R.U. Moscow Power Engineering Institute

15. National Research Nuclear University MEPI

16. Kazan Federal University

17. National University of Science and Technology "MISIS"

18. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology

19. Samara National Research University

20. Moscow State Technological University "Stankin"

21. Novosibirsk State Technical University

22. RUDN University

23. Southern Federal University

24. Saratov State University

25. Ufa State Petroleum Technological University

26. Samara State Technical University

27. Siberian Federal University

28. Kazan National Research Technical University named after A.N. Tupolev - KAI

29. Perm State Technical University

30. Omsk State Technical University

31. Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University

32. Moscow Polytech

33. Saint-Petersburg Mining University

34. Magnitogorsk State Technical University

35. Saratov State Technical University

36. Moscow State University of Railway Engineering

37. Lobachevsky State University of Nizhni Novgorod

38. Nizhny Novgorod State Technical University

39. Tula State University

40. Belgorod State Technological University

41. Far Eastern Federal University

42. Novgorod State University

43. belgorod state university.

44. Finance Academy under the Government of the Russian Federation

45. Moscow Medical Academy

46. Kazan State Technological University

47. Russian State University of Oil and Gas

48. siberian state aerospace university.

49. Tambov State Technical University

50. Voronezh State University

51. Siberian State Industrial University

52. Saint Petersburg State Institute of Technology

53. Kalashnikov Izhevsk State Technical University

54. St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering

55. Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia

56. Murmansk State Technical University

57. South-Western State University

58. Ogarev Mordovia State University

59. Tomsk State University of Control Systems and Radioelectronics

60. south-russian state university of economics and service.

61. Perm State University

62. Kuzbass State Technical University

63. Russian National Research Medical University

64. Plekhanov Russian University of Economics

65. Ulyanovsk State Technical University

66. Ulyanovsk State University

67. Penza State University

68. Kuban State University of Technology

69. Polzunov Altai State Technical University

70. Chelyabinsk State University

71. Yaroslavl State University

72. University of Tyumen

73. National Research University of Electronic Technology

74. Leningrad State University

75. Moscow State Pedagogical University

76. Udmurt State University

77. Irkutsk State University

78. North-Eastern Federal University

79. Bashkir State University

80. Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration

81. Kuban State University

82. Kuban State Agricultural University

83. St. Petersburg State University of Aerospace Instrumentation

84. Kemerovo State University

85. Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University

86. Orenburg State University

87. Baltic State Technical University "Voenmeh"

88. Tomsk State University of Architecture and Building

89. Chuvash State University

90. ivanovo state power university.

91. Irkutsk National Research Technical University

92. Orel State University

93. State University of Management

94. Tomsk State Pedagogical University

95. Volgograd State University

96. Petrozavodsk State University

97. Tver State University

98. Northern Arctic Federal University

99. Omsk State Transport University

100. Kaliningrad State Technical University

The best cities to study Mechanical Engineering in Russia based on the number of universities and their ranks are Moscow , Tomsk , Saint Petersburg , and Ufa .

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Best Global Universities for Mechanical Engineering in Russia

These are the top universities in Russia for mechanical engineering, based on their reputation and research in the field. Read the methodology »

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Here are the best global universities for mechanical engineering in Russia

Tomsk polytechnic university.

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• # 74 in Best Universities for Mechanical Engineering
• # 879 in Best Global Universities  (tie)