ITMO University
Vasilyev Vladimir Nikolaevich
The Rector
Everything we do has roots in our mission—to provide opportunities for the holistic development of individuals and to inspire them to tackle global challenges.The main driving force behind us is love. We love what we do. We want and are ready to change the world for the better, using all our knowledge and opportunities, bringing together everyone who shares our values into a large and friendly family.
Welcome to ITMO.FAMILY!
About the University
ITMO is known for its unique scientific and educational profile—information technology and photonics, and their convergence. The university also focuses to develop its scientific and educational domain in chemistry, biotechnology, Art&Science, and urban studies. In each of these fields, we strive to achieve globally significant results.
We are in numbers
16 000
Students
2 700
International students
7
International research centers
1 100
Postgraduates
1 300
Teachers and professors
university infrastructure
ITMO Library
The ITMO library offers books to borrow, a comfortable environment for work, events, and even relaxation. A sound-free zone with computers is available for students. The library provides ITMO.SHARE and ITMO.PRINT services designed to make the learning process more comfortable.
ITMO Canteens
Modern canteens with a variety of freshly baked rolls and a rich selection of desserts, coffee, hearty dishes, and salads are located in the university's educational buildings. There is also space for relaxation and work.
ITMO Sports Complexes
The Bars Arena, Vyazemsky, and Alpiysky Sports Complexes have all the equipment needed to do various sports: basketball, volleyball, floorball, yoga, fitness, cheerleading, ballroom dancing, and table tennis. Training sessions are held for billiards, darts, and chess. A gym is also available.
ITMO Coworking Spaces
ITMO has opened 9 coworking spaces in different educational buildings. Most of them are available and free for access 24/7. ITMO also owns a coworking space created in partnership with Yandex, intended to bring together theory and practice, the latest technologies, and real projects.
Contacts
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