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On November 24, the Winter University in Engineering Sciences, "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies," opened at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. Organized by SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering," the event is supported by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocenter," SPbPU International Services, and the SPbPU Applicant Services Center.

The goal of the Winter University is to strengthen ties and expand collaboration among young engineers. The project aims to develop engineering competencies and enhance students' qualifications in areas such as digital technologies, systems digital engineering, and artificial intelligence.

SPbPU's Advanced Engineering School, "Digital Engineering," is one of the best in the country and one of only three schools organizing an event of such scale and significance as the Winter University in Engineering Sciences. This year's theme, "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies," will once again bring together talented young people passionate about digital twin technologies and industrial/engineering AI, cutting-edge neural network architectures, and science-intensive innovations in digital engineering and advanced manufacturing. This year's Winter University program is aligned with SPbPU's Development Program to 2030 and includes tracks based on three key scientific and technological areas (KST) for the university's development: systems digital engineering; materials, technologies, and manufacturing; "Artificial intelligence for solving cross-industry problems," comments Alexey Borovkov, chief designer of the SPbPU Scientific and Technical Development Center "System Digital Engineering" and director of the SPbPU Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering."

This year, international participation has expanded, with third- and fourth-year engineering and technical students from Russia, the CIS, China, India, Iran, South Africa, Cuba, and Indonesia taking part.

Vice-Rector for International Affairs Dmitry Arsenyev shared his opinion: "This is our third Winter University in Engineering. Each year, the geographic range of participants grows, demonstrating the great interest in the program, its topics, and the competencies of the Polytechnic University. Each year, it's a major international event, with students from various countries coming to the Northern Capital and the Polytechnic University to not only expand their knowledge base but also get to know St. Petersburg and make new friends from around the world."

This year, the Polytechnic University's Winter University acquired a key industrial partner: the Kronstadt Engineering Education Center, Russia's first online platform for training in best engineering practices.

As part of a module from the Kronstadt Center for Engineering Education, Winter University participants will undergo the same work cycle as working engineers. Students will solve specific problems related to their field of work in the fields of design, modeling, and testing, noted Sergey Salkutsan, Director of the Center for Continuing Professional Education at the Advanced Engineering School of SPbPU, "Digital Engineering."

Before the opening of the Winter University, Sergei Salkutsan visited"Morning in St. Petersburg" program On the Saint Petersburg TV channel, he spoke in detail about how the Polytechnic University unites students from all over the world and implements a large-scale project related to engineering and the use of artificial intelligence.

The two-week educational intensive was also supported by such large companies and corporations as Gazprom Neft, UEC, TVEL, Centrotech-Engineering, Power Machines, Severstal, and others.

The Winter University program, hosted by SPbPU's PISh, is designed for 200 participants and consists of technical modules, an introductory Russian language course for English-speaking students, and a cultural and entertainment program. The program includes three equivalent engineering tracks, taught in Russian and English, consisting of educational modules, project-based lab modules, and laboratory courses.

The Technologist track for Russian-speaking students

Digital Transformation and Lean Manufacturing Laboratory Intelligent Robotics and Cyber-Physical Systems Laboratory (Smart Manufacturing and Industrial AI) Project Laboratory for the Application of AI Technologies to Various Types of Data Polymer Composite Materials Laboratory

The "Engineer" track for Russian-speaking students

Modern engineering in high-tech industries, Aircraft wing aerodynamics, Design laboratory for personal effectiveness. Personal and professional skills development training.

The Innovator track for English-speaking students

Intelligent Robotics and Cyber-Physical Systems Lab (Smart Manufacturing and Industrial AI) Supply Chain Management Design Lab Opportunity Recognition and Idea Generation for High-Tech Startups

Each track combines a design module, an industrial partner module, a soft skills module, and a project module. The modules are offered in parallel, each lasting two days and taught in groups of 15-20 students. Over the course of two weeks, students will gain insight into business process optimization, industrial AI technologies, advanced neural network architectures, polymer composite materials, and modern digital engineering technologies.

The Winter University in Engineering Sciences "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies" will conclude on December 7, 2025.

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In November, the traditional admissions process for the continuing professional education program "Procurement Management in Oil and Gas Enterprises" began. The program is being implemented by the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade with the support of Gazprom Neft. This is the twelfth launch of the advanced training program for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade, and Alexey Fadeev, Head of the Program for Developing Import-Advancing Products at Gazpromneft-Snabzheniye, addressed the students at the meeting. Mikhail Afanasyev, Head of the Continuing Professional Education Program and Professor at the Graduate School of Industrial Management, and Yana Ryabova, Chief Specialist of the Project Support Unit at Gazpromneft-Snabzheniye, explained organizational matters.

This program trains procurement and logistics specialists for the oil and gas industry. The targeted training lasts two semesters and is designed for master's degree students, fifth-year specialist students, and fourth-year undergraduate students at SPbPU. To enroll in the program, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 4.0, be prepared to learn new skills, and be willing to undertake internships in regions where Gazprom Neft subsidiaries operate.

Each year, no more than 15 students are admitted to the program, each of whom undergoes a multi-stage selection process. After submitting an application, including a questionnaire, resume, and motivation letter, applicants must complete verbal and digital tests, as well as an interview with Gazprom Neft representatives.

During their studies, students master approximately 20 educational modules. These include: procurement organization, project supply chain management, counterparty relationship management, transport and warehouse logistics, inventory management, accounting fundamentals, and procurement taxation. Classes are taught by Polytechnic University faculty and invited experts from Gazprom Neft.

Following the theoretical course, students complete a mandatory four-week internship at the Gazprom Neft group of companies. The program culminates with the defense of their theses. Students who demonstrate good performance during their studies and internship are offered employment at Gazprom Neft or its subsidiaries located in many Russian cities.

The training program and summer internship for students are financed by Gazprom Neft PJSC.

The continuing education program has been implemented by the Higher School of Industrial Management of the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade based on the Master's program "Management in the Oil and Gas Complex" in cooperation with Gazprom Neft since 2015.

You can follow the news about the program on the university’s website and social media, as well as in the group Management in the Oil and Gas Complex.

Contact for admission questions:

Program administrator Vyacheslav Melehin, e-mail: oil-gas@spbstu.ru

You can submit your application for admission bythis link.

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A seminar and meeting for heads of departments of educational institutions in the Northwestern and Central Federal Districts coordinating scholarship issues was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The event was attended by 114 participants representing 78 universities and research institutions.

The keynote speakers were Eduard Temnov, a leading advisor to the All-Russian Trade Union of Education of the Russian Federation and a long-standing expert in scholarship regulations, and Sergei Golutvin, Head of the Department of Social and Legal Protection of Students at Tula State University and Head of the Scholarship Monitoring Analytical Group at the Russian Ministry of Education and Science.

SPbPU First Vice-Rector Vitaly Sergeev welcomed the seminar-meeting participants, noting the importance of the seminar and thanking the Russian Ministry of Education and Science for choosing the Polytechnic University as the venue for the event.

The main goal of these seminars, which are being held this year in all federal districts, is to reduce the number of questions university staff have about scholarships. "The problems are often similar, and when they accumulate, we meet and clarify all the complex issues," emphasized Vitaly Sergeev.

The seminar included a detailed discussion of current issues related to new reporting parameters for the use of scholarship funds, funding for student scholarships, and changes in support for student families and students with children. Considerable attention was paid to the allocation of state social scholarships, including in connection with legislative changes regarding income accounting that came into effect in 2024. The allocation of academic scholarships for undergraduates and state scholarships for postgraduate students were also discussed.

Seminar participants reinforced their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in distributing scholarship funds at higher education institutions across scholarship types and student categories in accordance with Russian legislation.

At the end of the meeting, a meeting was held with Islam Albakov, Head of the Department of Comprehensive Planning and Regulatory Support for Youth Policy at the Russian Ministry of Education and Science. The main topic of the meeting was the selection process for the Presidential and Government of the Russian Federation scholarships.

Over the past two years, we've significantly modernized the scholarship system, introducing new types of scholarships, and increasing the amounts of all existing scholarships to at least 15,000 rubles. Now, for the first time, we're selecting candidates for the Presidential Scholarships using the new criteria. Our goal is to select the truly top students and give them the opportunity to receive 30,000 rubles monthly, which truly provides an excellent incentive for their studies and research," Islam Albakov noted.

Islam Albakov also emphasized that similar seminars will continue in the future, both to share experiences and to discuss pressing issues related to regulating scholarship provision and developing unified approaches to law enforcement.

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The "Engineering League of St. Petersburg," an intensive educational program for schoolchildren, concluded at the Polytechnic University. Over 100 young engineers worked on their projects, which they presented at the final conference. The program was organized with the support of the St. Petersburg Employment Center.

Over the course of a month, participants immersed themselves in the world of modern technical creativity, going from idea to working prototype. Each project was supervised by experienced mentors from among Polytechnic University faculty and students.

Andrey Shirokikh, an engineer at the I. I. Kirillov Turbine Engineering Laboratory, and Nikita Izbyakov, an engineer at the Higher School of Power Engineering, taught the "3D Modeling of Aircraft" course. Participants mastered 3D modeling in KOMPAS-3D, working their way from designing the main components of an aircraft (chassis, fuselage, wings) to final model assembly, with a particular focus on additive manufacturing and 3D printing.

The "Virtual Designer" course focused on the fundamentals of shipbuilding. Together with Alexander Tupikov, an assistant at the Higher School of Mechanical Engineering, the students learned the basics, mastered 3D modeling, and learned how to calculate catamaran propeller parameters. This became the final project for the KOMPAS-3D modeling and propeller calculation course.

The "Circuitry" program focused on the fundamentals of designing devices using CAD and 3D printing, as well as practical application of Arduino programming. Under the guidance of Alexander Cheledkov, a student at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport, the students created a smart lighting system and a home delivery robot for transporting small loads.

Participants in the "Warehouse Industrial Robotics" program, led by Ivan Baranov, a student at the Institute of Computer Science, completed a comprehensive study of modern warehouse technologies. The program included CAD design and process automation programming, which enabled the development of a robotic loader for the smart warehouse of the future, capable of optimizing logistics operations.

The "Prototyping and Circuit Design Fundamentals" course was taught by Maxim Ruzakov, a research assistant in the Industrial Stream Data Processing Systems laboratory. The program included a sequential dive into the full device creation cycle: 3D modeling in Kompas-3D, circuit design, working with microcontrollers, and Arduino programming. The final project was a car with a collision avoidance system.

The 3D Printing and Prototyping course was taught by student Artem Lekhnovich. Participants learned 3D modeling and slicer tools, applying their knowledge to project work. The end result was a machine for producing filament from recycled plastic, addressing the challenge of sustainable development.

At the final conference, the best projects were presented, selected from each of the six areas. Participants presented functioning prototypes, demonstrating not only technical skills but also their ability to work in a team, solve complex engineering problems, and effectively present their developments to experts.

"The Engineering League is much more than just an intensive educational program. It's a launching pad for future engineers," commented Artem Egupov, Director of the Applicant Services Center. "Here, students gained invaluable project-based experience, worked with modern equipment, and saw their theoretical knowledge materialize into real devices. We don't just teach them engineering; we help them believe in themselves and understand that they are the future leaders who will shape the technological development of our country."

The project's main idea is to give young people the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of technology and engineering solutions right during class. Classes held at the Polytechnic University created the necessary atmosphere and provided access to modern equipment. This helps clearly demonstrate that the engineering field is developing dynamically and is full of interesting challenges. The project's main goal is to demonstrate to young people the appeal of technical specialties and inspire them to choose the professions of the future. "That's why I consider our initiative important and am pleased with its successful implementation," noted Anna Shakhova, Head of the Career Development and Professional Development Department at the St. Petersburg Employment Center.

All participants received certificates, and the authors of the best projects were awarded diplomas and prizes. The "Engineering League of St. Petersburg" project has proven its effectiveness in early career guidance and developing a talent pool for high-tech industries.

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The Polytechnic University hosted a regional student management olympiad. Such subject-based competitions have been held since 2008 with the support of the city government in accordance with the St. Petersburg state program "Knowledge Economy in St. Petersburg." Students studying full-time at universities located in the Northern Capital are eligible to participate. A total of twenty such olympiads are held in our city.

Last year, SPbPU initiated the management olympiad, submitted an application to the Committee on Science and Higher Education of the St. Petersburg Government, and received the right to host it. Following a successful pilot launch last year, it was included in the official list. The Higher School of Industrial Management of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology of Economics and Technology acted as the organizer and host of the event. Nineteen St. Petersburg universities offering specialized training in management participated in the olympiad. A total of 143 students competed for victory and prizes in the team and individual competitions.

At the opening ceremony of the Olympiad, Vladimir Glukhov, Advisor to the Rector's Office of SPbPU, welcomed the participants, team curators, and members of the Methodological Commission.

The Polytechnic University is pleased to welcome so many universities from our city and participants interested in the Management Olympiad. Such events help develop students' scientific and educational potential and identify talented young people with deep knowledge, skills, and abilities in their respective disciplines, Vladimir Viktorovich emphasized.

Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Mathematics, Economics, and Telecommunications, wished all participants fruitful work and success, and noted the importance of holding the Olympiad: "Events like these are crucial for both the students themselves and the academic community, as they address four key objectives. The first is professional development. The Olympiad provides a valuable platform for participants to apply their knowledge in practice, gain experience, and develop skills. The second objective is the exchange of knowledge between students and experts, creating a stimulating learning environment. The third is collaboration and networking. The Olympiad is an excellent opportunity to establish contacts and network between students from different universities, which fosters a professional academic community. And finally, the fourth objective is identifying and supporting talented students who will be able to make a significant contribution to the development of our city and the country as a whole in the future."

The Olympiad's subject assignments consisted of three blocks: tests, calculations, and case studies. Students competed in seven IPMEIT classrooms. A methodology committee monitored the Olympiad, ensuring objectivity and transparency. After the Olympiad's completion, the committee reviewed and evaluated the assignments. The committee was comprised of representatives from the participating universities.

It was crucial for our university to prepare and conduct the Olympiad at a high professional level. This is a citywide event involving a large number of universities and students. We began preparations back in the summer. We had to develop engaging tasks for the participants and conduct organizational and methodological support activities. I would like to thank my colleagues at the Higher School of Industrial Management for their close-knit and collaborative work! "I would like to thank Olga Kalinina, Director of the Higher School of Industrial Management," she said.

The results will be announced on November 11 at a meeting of the scientific council for approving the winners of subject Olympiads under the Committee for Science and Higher Education of St. Petersburg.

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