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Engineers from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University are implementing advanced numerical methods and approaches in the design of nuclear power plants. Their use will significantly reduce the cost of constructing new nuclear power plants. The development is being conducted in partnership with JSC NIKIET and JSC Obukhov Plant, with support from the federal program "Priority 2030."

Nuclear power plant design traditionally relies on conservative, simplified mathematical models and approaches developed in the context of underdeveloped numerical methods for describing nonlinear, physically related processes. This necessitated the introduction of significant safety factors, for example, when selecting cladding thicknesses, calculating maximum loads and operating conditions, etc. SPbPU engineers are developing and implementing advanced numerical methods and approaches based on modern finite element analysis programs into the NPP design process, enabling accurate and computationally efficient description of the complex multiphysical processes occurring during NPP operation.

Specifically, Polytechnic researchers are developing methods for assessing the strength of NPP structural elements under seismic and extreme conditions. In such calculations, accurately describing the interaction between the soil foundation and the structure is particularly important. The developers used a dynamic substructure synthesis method, which allows for the condensation of a large-scale computational model consisting of tens and hundreds of thousands of elements down to a single "superelement" that fully describes the behavior of the original computational model. This significantly increases computational efficiency. By using the substructure method, the computational model of the BR-1200 reactor unit vessel (KBR RU BR-1200), consisting of over 600,000 elements, was reduced to less than 10,000, increasing the speed of determining equipment loads under seismic and other external dynamic impacts by more than 80%.

The developed methodology for modeling the "structure-foundation" system takes into account the actual spatial distribution and actual values of the dynamic stiffness and dissipative properties of the soil foundation. The applied approach enables modeling the dynamic two-way interaction of the structure's foundation slab with the soil foundation, ensuring accurate assessment of the amplitudes and spectral composition of seismic movements at the elevations of the reactor vessel base and the internal equipment.

Thanks to detailed modeling of wave processes in the soil, we were able to refine seismic load estimates and determine that the actual loads are more than half those determined using the standards incorporated into the traditional approach to their calculation. Further development and automation of the applied approaches and their integration into industry standards are planned.

"Our developments allow us to reduce the economic costs of nuclear power plant construction by reducing the metal content of structures without compromising strength, as well as identifying structural areas requiring reinforcement without expensive full-scale testing. Ultimately, all of this contributes to Russia's technological leadership in the energy sector in implementing the closed fuel cycle concept," commented Viktor Modestov, Director of the Scientific and Educational Center for Digital Engineering in Nuclear and Thermal Energy at the St. Petersburg Polytechnical School.

Leading researchers, engineers, and teachers from the Scientific and Educational Center for Digital Engineering in Nuclear and Fusion Energy at SPbPU's PISh and the SPbPU Institute of Physics and Mechanics are participating in the work: Alexey Lukin, Roman Fedorenko, Ilnar Murtazin, Alexey Kudryavtsev, Ivan Popov, Alexander Lobachev, Pavel Udalov, and Nadezhda Piskun.

Advanced engineering methods are integrated into the curriculum of the Master's program "Digital Engineering in Nuclear and Fusion Energy" (15.04.03 "Applied Mechanics"). The program is offered at the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering" and was developed jointly with industrial partners: JSC Atomenergoproekt, JSC NIKIET, the A.F. Ioffe Physical-Technical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and the G.I. Budker Institute of Nuclear Physics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

The future plans of the specialists at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University include developing a method for calculating the vibration strength of the reactor block housing, taking into account the two-way hydroelastic interaction of the structural elements with the liquid metal coolant.

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The results of the charity marathon dedicated to the 170th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Russian scientist and inventor, the first director of the Polytechnic University, Prince Andrei Grigorievich Gagarin, have been announced.

As a result of the campaign, 452,507 rubles were raised from February 19 to March 5, 2026. Of this amount, 126,931 rubles went to the Yubileiny endowment fund.

Income from its management in 2026 will be used to implement a program of events in memory of A. G. Gagarin.

The benefactors include graduates, employees, students, and partners of the Polytechnic University.

The Foundation thanks its donors and announces that special prizes and commemorative gifts will be raffled off among all marathon participants.

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A meeting between graduating students of the Polytechnic University and representatives of the Russian Ministry of Defense responsible for conscription and contract military service took place in the White Hall. The event was specifically organized for young people whose military deferments expire after completing their studies at the university, so they could plan their future actions in advance.

The first part of the meeting was devoted to conscription and the legal nuances involved. Alexey Vasiliev, Head of the Conscription Department of the Kalininsky District Military Commissioner's Office in St. Petersburg, addressed the participants.

He reminded that every conscript must have a registration certificate from the military registration and enlistment office at their place of registration. This is usually received at age 17. A young man can be called up for service in the Armed Forces from age 18. If they are studying at a university, they are eligible for a deferment. To obtain one, they must provide the military registration and enlistment office with a certificate confirming their enrollment. The date of their next enlistment will also be indicated on the registration certificate.

The deferment ends immediately after graduation. Typically, the term of study on the certificate is stated as ending in August 31st. However, most students defend their diplomas in June, and after graduation, they may be called up for military service. They are required to report to the military registration and enlistment office within two weeks and undergo a medical examination. However, they have the right to take a vacation leave, during which they will remain enrolled at the university for another two months. To confirm their eligibility for the deferment, they must apply for a vacation leave with the academic department and bring the certificate to the military registration and enlistment office.

It's best to do this, as otherwise the consequences will follow quite quickly. As soon as the expulsion order is issued, the military enlistment office will be notified of it. Since the unified military registry has been launched in Russia, a summons will be posted there, specifying when to report to the military enlistment office. The graduate will receive a notification of this in their personal account on Gosuslugi. On the day the summons is posted, the citizen's right to leave the Russian Federation is automatically restricted. Failure to appear on the specified date, according to the Code of Administrative Offenses, carries a fine of 10,000 to 30,000 rubles. The military enlistment office also has the right to impose restrictive measures within 20 days, such as blocking driver's licenses, bank accounts, money transfers, etc.

So, it's better to be on the safe side by taking a vacation leave and then decide what to do next. For example, a bachelor's degree graduate can enroll in a master's degree program and receive a deferment for another two years. Admission to a doctoral program guarantees a further deferment. The doctoral student is given an additional year to defend their dissertation. Along with the degree, the candidate receives a military ID and is enlisted in the reserves.

Those who have completed a specialist program can follow the same path. There is, however, a caveat. Part of the specialist program ends in February, and graduates are subject to conscription on March 1. Therefore, it's worth considering applying for compulsory military service, for example, in one of the scientific companies. This can be done on the Russian Ministry of Defense website.

The advantages of conscript service in scientific companies were discussed in the second part of the meeting. These units were established in 2013 at military institutes: the scientific company of the Navy, the scientific company of the Ground Forces, the scientific company of the Main Communications Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces, the scientific company of the Logistics Headquarters of the Russian Armed Forces, and others. Subsequently, several scientific companies were formed at the ERA Military Innovation Technopolis in Anapa, each with a specific focus.

Captain Second Rank Anton Sokolov, Deputy Head of the Selection Committee for Scientific Company No. 1 of the Navy—a division of the Admiral N. G. Kuznetsov Naval Academy—explained how to enlist in the scientific company, the requirements for candidates, the departments and specialties available, and the living conditions of the cadets. Anton Grigoryevich clarified that graduates of military training centers at universities and those who have received a military registration specialty through the DOSAAF system are not accepted. He also noted that the company has a specific policy: work with candidates begins a month earlier than the main conscription campaign. This means that the application process ends at the end of March. The same applies to the fall conscription.

Polytechnic University graduates have served and continue to serve in the Navy's scientific company. Several cadets attended the meeting, who spoke with current students afterward and answered all their questions.

The scientific company of the Main Communications Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces was formed in 2017 at the Military Academy of Communications, located near the Polytechnic University. Stanislav Tarasenko, head of the recruitment team for the scientific company of the Main Communications Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces, provided general information about the company's research focus and offered to organize a separate meeting with those interested in serving their military service there. He also invited Polytechnic students on a tour of the Military Academy of Communications. Stanislav emphasized that the academy is committed to ensuring that the year of conscript service for university graduates becomes a natural continuation of their scientific work, and that after completing their service, they can successfully find employment, including at defense industry enterprises, or become civilian research fellows at educational institutions of the Ministry of Defense, or sign a contract conferring the military rank of lieutenant and find officer positions at the academy or military research institutes.

At the end of the meeting, the students learned in detail about contract service in the unmanned systems forces created in 2025. Dmitry Bykovsky, a specialist in unmanned systems at the contract service selection center and a 2024 graduate of the State University of Aircraft Instrument Engineering, explained the details. He outlined the benefits of this type of military service specifically for students and added that payments for contract soldiers have recently increased: One year of service can earn 7,000,000 rubles.

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The State University of Management invites students and faculty to join the "My Mentors" project, implemented by the United Russia Women's Movement and the Ministry of Education and Science.

The project's goal is to develop social design skills among young people, create a continuous system of social mobility for self-realization, and unlock their potential.

In 2025, 10,000 people from 65 regions took part in the project, and the beneficiaries were not only students of higher education institutions (hereinafter referred to as HEIs), but also students of secondary vocational education institutions.

To participate in the project in 2026, mentors and mentees must register on the official website by March 30, 2026. This website contains all the necessary information about the registration process, project opportunities, and initiatives already implemented.

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This year marks the 165th anniversary of the birth of Franz Yulyevich Levinson-Lessing (1861–1939), a distinguished Russian geologist, petrographer, and educator, and Academician of the USSR Academy of Sciences. His name is inextricably linked with the history of the St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute, where he served for nearly three decades, rising from professor to rector during pivotal years for the country and the university.

Formative years

Franz Yulievich was born on February 25 (March 9), 1861, in the Dorpat district, the son of a doctor of medicine. The family soon moved to St. Petersburg, where in 1879 the young man graduated from the Third Gymnasium with a silver medal, demonstrating a brilliant aptitude for mathematics and ancient languages.

That same year, he enrolled in the mathematics department of the Physics and Mathematics Faculty of St. Petersburg University. However, his passion for geology and mineralogy, fostered by his interactions with the future academician Vladimir Vernadsky at a scientific and literary society, changed his path. Levinson-Lessing transferred to the natural sciences department. After graduating in 1883, he remained in the department of mineralogy and geology to prepare for a professorship. In 1888, he defended his dissertation, "The Olonetsk Diabase Formation," and received a master's degree. In 1898, he completed his doctoral dissertation, "Research in Theoretical Petrography in Connection with the Study of Igneous Rocks of the Central Caucasus." That same year, he began working as a full professor at Yuryev University, where he served as acting dean of the Physics and Mathematics Faculty from 1893 to 1899.

Work at the Polytechnic Institute

On May 17, 1902, the scientist was appointed full professor in the Department of Geology at the newly emerging St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute.

From the very first days, Franz Yulievich was actively involved in the life of the university. He joined the professors' council, and in the 1904/1905 academic year, he served as its chairman. The scholar made significant contributions to the development of the institute's research and publishing. In 1904, Levinson-Lessing became the first editor of the "Izvestia of the Polytechnical Institute," and later the editor of the proceedings of the technical departments.

In 1906, Franz Levinson-Lessing was elected dean of the metallurgical department for four years. Colleagues, including Academician Mikhail Pavlov, noted his exceptional correctness, calm, and ability to bring order to academic affairs.

In 1914, the scientist was confirmed in the title of Honored Professor of the Polytechnic Institute and elected as a Corresponding Member of the Academy of Sciences.

The revolutionary events and the Civil War proved a severe test for the institute. Despite devastation, famine, and political instability, Levinson-Lessing continued to fulfill his administrative and teaching duties. In 1919, he was elected rector three times. Twice, he resigned, protesting the aggressive actions of the Poor Committee and the commandant, who interfered with the institute's management and disrupted the educational process.

Despite the difficult situation, two new faculties—Physics and Mechanics and Chemistry—were opened in August 1919. Franz Levinson-Lessing served as Acting Dean of the Chemistry Faculty from 1919 to 1920, and as Vice Dean of the Physics and Mechanics Faculty from 1921 to 1922.

In the fall of 1919, after returning from a business trip, the professor was arrested. Only a collective effort by leading scientists, including Mikhail Chatelain, Ivan Meshchersky, and Vladimir Skobeltsyn, secured his release.

In the summer of 1930, Academician Franz Levinson-Lessing's 28-year service at the Polytechnic Institute ended.

Franz Yulievich saw the Polytechnic Institute as a model of advanced education, calling it nothing less than a "technical university." He championed the fusion of fundamental scientific research with engineering practice, devoting articles to this topic, "A Unified Higher School" and "Further Development of the Polytechnic Institute."

Science and research

Franz Yulievich Levinson-Lessing's scientific legacy is vast and multifaceted. He founded Russia's first school of petrographers, and his textbook "Petrography" became a classic and was reprinted several times. His fieldwork covered the entire territory of Russia.

In 1914, the scientist was elected a Corresponding Member of the Academy of Sciences, and in 1925, a full member of the USSR Academy of Sciences. From then on, he focused on his work at academic institutions. Levinson-Lessing directed the Geological Museum and the Soil Institute and headed the Department of Stone Building Materials at the Commission for the Study of Natural Productive Forces of Russia. He founded and headed the Petrographic Institute of the USSR Academy of Sciences, established branches of the Academy in the Transcaucasus, and a volcanological station in Kamchatka. In 1920–1921, amid the terrible famine in Petrograd, Levinson-Lessing was among 140 leading scientists who offered their authority to the government to organize food purchases abroad to save the city's residents.

His laboratory at the Polytechnic Institute was always a place for searching for practical solutions: from studying pressure in tunnels to using rocks in stone casting and construction. Franz Levinson-Lessing was the author of over 200 scientific papers on various topics. His contemporaries called him an encyclopedic scientist, noting his clarity of mind, incredible work ethic, and dedication to his work even under the most difficult conditions.

Franz Yulievich Levinson-Lessing died in October 1939 and was buried at the Literatorskie Mostki of the Volkovskoye Cemetery.

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Students from the Institute of Secondary Vocational Education and the Natural Sciences Lyceum of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University demonstrated high professionalism at the regional stage of the "Professionals" championship in St. Petersburg.

This year's regional stage was a record-breaking one: 2,000 schoolchildren and secondary vocational education students competed, 11 competencies were in the Main Category and 109 in the Junior Category, and more than 300 city businesses became championship partners.

St. Petersburg's experience in training personnel is worthy of replication across the country. Here, specialist training is enshrined in the city's development strategy. Educational training grounds and educational factories are being created here. This is the seamless model of transition from college to industry that is worthy of emulation, emphasized Nadezhda Malkina, Vice Rector of the Institute for the Development of Professional Education.

Yulia Matveeva, head of the championship program at the Institute of Professional Education, noted: "This championship is an excellent opportunity for young professionals to showcase their skills and gain recognition in the professional community. We are proud of our students and are confident that competitions like these help them realize their potential and prepare for future career challenges."

Furthermore, this year, the Institute of Secondary Vocational Education hosted the "Prosthetic and Orthotic Design" competition for the second time. This competency is extremely important today, as advances in prosthetics help people with various physical disabilities improve their quality of life. The advanced technologies used by our students open up new possibilities in medicine and rehabilitation, making such solutions more accessible and effective.

This year, the Institute of Secondary Vocational Education won 17 medals in the main category and 1 medal in the Junior category.

Gold medals

Game Software Testing Specialist – Daria Malyuk. Neural Networks and Big Data – Alexander Chilikin. Prosthetic and Orthotic Design and Manufacturing – Pavel Sukhanov. Hotel Administration – Maria Strezhneva. Collaborative Industrial Robotics Specialist with Artificial Intelligence – Andrey Natsibulin.

Silver medals

Chef's Degree — Egor Ivanov. Design and Manufacturing of Prostheses and Orthoses — Elizaveta Mikhailova. Machine Learning and Big Data — Matvey Voronin. Machine Learning and Big Data (Juniors) — Maria Zernova. Mobile App Development — Daniil Kharitonov.

Bronze medals

Collaborative Industrial Robotics Specialist with Artificial Intelligence Tools: Lev Stepkin. Digital Transformation: Maria Korobkova. Prosthetic and Orthotic Design and Manufacturing: Artyom Cherednik. Software and Project Management: Alexey Tsoy. Unmanned Aerial Systems Operation: Artyom Shvetsov. Mechatronic Systems Development: Daria Dmitrieva. Digital Metrology: Daria Oleynichenko. Confectionery: Ekaterina Romanova.

Students of the Natural Sciences Lyceum won 6 medals.

Gold medal

Neural Networks and Big Data (Juniors) — Seraphim Garanin.

Silver medal

Neural Networks and Big Data (Juniors) — Andrey Andreev.

Bronze medals

Virtual and Augmented Reality Development (Juniors) — Vladimir Naumov. Neural Interface Design (Juniors) — Oleg Grishin. Software Project Management — Vasily Okorokov. Prototyping (Additive Manufacturing) (Juniors) — Maria Petrova.

"I'd like to commend the highly professional organization of the Professionals Championship. It was a tremendous honor for me to compete at the regional stage and defend the Polytechnic University's honor. The path to victory was very challenging: passing the internal selection process, developing dishes, and numerous training sessions. A huge thank you to the entire coaching staff for their collaboration; to the students, faculty, and my family for their help and support," shared Yegor Ivanov, winner of the Chef's category.

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A large-scale citywide celebration of the Eastern New Year took place at the "Russia – My History" historical multimedia park. Representatives of national cultural associations, educational organizations, and creative groups gathered for the festivities. Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, along with the St. Petersburg House of Nationalities, acted as a partner and co-organizer of the event.

The celebration was held as part of the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia, declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2026. It aims to strengthen interethnic dialogue, develop cultural exchange, and promote the traditions of the peoples of Russia and the countries of the East.

Thanks to the Dobro.Center "Harmony" and its director, Tatyana Anatolyevna, we had the unique opportunity to be part of the exhibition and perform at the "Russia – My History" museum. We are truly grateful for this—this experience was truly inspiring! The museum's space not only allowed us to organize a larger-scale celebration but also to share with our Russian friends how this magical holiday is celebrated in Indonesia," noted Imanullah Tegu, head of the Indonesian Polytechnic University student community.

University representatives participated in the opening ceremony and a roundtable discussion on national cultures, traditions, and social interaction. Among the guests of honor were Pavel Nedelko, Assistant to the Vice-Rector for International Affairs at SPbPU, and Tatyana Nam, Director of the Harmony Volunteer Projects Center and Deputy Director of the Humanities Institute.

Experts discussed issues of preserving cultural heritage, the role of youth in developing interethnic cooperation, and the importance of educational institutions in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and civic unity.

Being far from home, it was very warm and pleasant to hear national songs, meet familiar people, and simply have a good time. The event featured many stations where students from different countries and regions of Russia shared their traditions and customs, held competitions and master classes, thereby introducing everyone to the richness of their culture. "Such celebrations not only educate but truly unite and bring people together," shared Aryuna Komissarova, a student at the Institute of Mechanics and Technology from Buryatia.

The active participation of international students from the Humanities Institute and the Higher School of International Educational Programs (HSIEEP) added particular significance to the event. International students from China, Indonesia, Vietnam, and other countries presented the cultural traditions of their countries. Together with Polytechnic students from other Russian regions—Buryatia, Kalmykia, and other regions—they contributed significantly to the festive atmosphere and meaningful program of the festival.

The Indonesian station became one of the central interactive platforms. Guests were introduced to the cultural diversity of the world's largest island nation, comprising approximately 17,000 islands, including the well-known island of Bali.

The exhibition included traditional musical instruments, the Angklung and Gamelan, which play an important role in the national musical culture. Visitors were also presented with elements of decorative arts and everyday culture: batik fabric with an Indonesian map motif, a batik-style wallet, a souvenir 2,000-rupiah banknote, and a traditional fan.

Of particular interest were the men's "Blangkon" headdress, a character from the Wayang Kulit shadow and puppet theater, and the Barong masks—Balinese and Javanese. The students provided detailed explanations of the exhibits' symbolism, historical significance, and role in contemporary Indonesian culture.

The Indonesian portion of the program culminated in a performance of "Rato Jaroe," a traditional dance from Aceh province used to welcome honored guests. This dance, previously performed at the Asian Games Opening Ceremony, is considered a symbol of respect and community unity. The performance was performed by students Imanullah Tegu, Raihan Farrell Umar, and Febrian Riua.

The Chinese platform was organized with the active participation of foreign students: Mao Yiling, Zhao Ziyan, Lu Chunyu, Liu Chengran, Wang Yi, Li Junying, Tian Xutong, and Zhang Xinyue.

The event left an exceptionally positive impression. I consider it an extremely significant and memorable event. I have never before participated in projects that brought together so many representatives from different countries and regions. The vibrant presentations allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of the uniqueness and mutual enrichment of world cultures. I would especially like to note that, knowing Russia's status as one of the most multinational countries, consistently strengthening friendship between its peoples, this event left a lasting impression on me," said Mao Yilin, a student at the Institute of Humanities.

The station's program included a master class on the traditional Chinese art of paper cutting (Jianzhi), making festive lanterns, and an introduction to the tradition of fortune-telling with fortune sticks. A themed quiz was also included, aimed at expanding knowledge of Chinese culture, holiday symbolism, and philosophical traditions. A concert program featuring dance and song performances by Humanities Institute students Zhang Xinyue and Ye Zizhou.

The Buryat station combined elements of arts and crafts with traditional hospitality. Students held a workshop on creating a paper model of a yurt, with the option of painting it with traditional ornaments. Participants learned about the peculiarities of nomadic culture and the symbolism of traditional dwellings.

Guests were told about the significance of the hadak—a sacred silk scarf symbolizing respect, purity of intentions, and good wishes. The color meanings of the hadak were explained, and the traditional greeting gesture, "zolgolgo," was demonstrated. National treats, boovs, enhanced the atmosphere. Activists Aryuna Komissarova, Adisa Mizhitova, and Adisa Tsyrenova presented the culture of Buryatia.

Although New Year's isn't celebrated according to the lunar calendar in my homeland, I admire how the Chinese, Buryats, Indonesians, and other peoples of Russia celebrate it. While organizing the New Year's event, it was especially important for me to create a space where representatives of different cultures could feel part of a unified whole," shared Begench Mukhammedov, head of international volunteering at the Harmony Center and a student from Turkmenistan at the Higher School of Law and Forensic Science of the Humanitarian Institute.

Special thanks go to Igor Zhukov, Director of the House of Nationalities; Dmitry Arsenyev, Vice-Rector for International Affairs at SPbPU; Maxim Pasholikov, Vice-Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security at SPbPU; and Natalia Chicherina, Director of the Humanities Institute, for their support of interethnic dialogue and student initiatives.

Polytechnic's participation in the annual celebration of the New Year according to the Eastern calendar demonstrates the high level of social engagement of students, including international students of the Preparatory Faculty of the Higher School of International Relations, and emphasizes the university's significant role in shaping the space for intercultural interaction in St. Petersburg.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University strengthened its position in the federal project "Active Measures to Promote Employment" by the end of 2025, demonstrating improved performance and consistent quality of training.

The goal of the "Active Measures to Promote Employment" project is to help citizens improve their skills and improve their employability or change professions free of charge. The Polytechnic University became a participant in the project following a competitive selection process in 2025. The Labor and Employment Committees of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, as well as employment centers, played a key role in its practical implementation. This collaboration ensured that educational programs meet the regional economy's workforce needs.

In 2025, training was conducted in areas tailored to in-demand professions. The focus was on engineering and technical specialties, digital technologies and modeling, construction, and management and service competencies. Industrial safety programs were also launched with expert support from the Northwestern Department of Rostekhnadzor. A total of nine educational programs for professional retraining, advanced training, and vocational training were implemented, some of which were developed based on individual employer requests. The most popular advanced training programs were "Lean Manufacturing," "Artificial Intelligence Systems Specialist," as well as professional retraining programs "Industrial Safety, Occupational Health, and the Environment at Hazardous Production Facilities," and "Industrial and Civil Construction."

Particular attention was paid to the learning format. The university maintained the academic depth of its programs while ensuring flexibility. In-person modules were combined with access to video materials and digital resources, allowing students to combine their studies with their professional activities. The proportion of students completing their studies while working reached 80%.

Students note the high professionalism of the instructors, the quality of the materials provided, the well-organized learning process, and the content's adaptability for beginning professionals. They particularly appreciated the access to materials on the university's educational portal, which allows students to return to previous material at any time and further explore complex topics. This flexibility creates a comfortable learning environment and allows students to effectively combine their studies with their professional activities.

"I thank the university for the opportunity to undergo professional retraining without interrupting my work and family. The educational process is organized systematically and accessible, especially for those just beginning to explore a new field. Special thanks to the faculty for their attentive guidance and support. The training was comfortable and informative," said program participant Irina Krasnova.

The main outcome was the practical effectiveness of the training. Of the 660 program participants, 601 (91%) were employed or continued working based on their new or expanded qualifications. Monitoring was conducted jointly with regional employment services for several months after the programs' completion. This high employment rate confirms the practical nature of the training and its alignment with labor market needs.

"Rebooting the project's format helped us significantly increase student reach and achieve sustainable employment rates. In 2026, we will scale up the model, strengthening the industry-specific focus of our programs and expanding our engagement with employers and regions," noted Ivan Kurta, Head of the Directorate for Continuing Education and Industry Partnerships.

SPbPU's experience was presented at key expert forums, including the All-Russian Personnel Forum and the St. Petersburg International Labor Forum. The university demonstrated a model for integrating fundamental academic training with applied industrial solutions, as well as an approach to developing continuing education programs in line with long-term economic and technological leadership needs.

The project's implementation resulted from the consolidation of competencies across the university's relevant departments. Significant contributions were made by the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade; the Industrial Stream Data Processing Systems Laboratory of the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering"; the Civil Engineering Institute; and the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport. University faculty, industry representatives, and industry expert community representatives were involved in the program implementation. In collaboration with the SPbPU Human Resources Directorate, university staff also received the opportunity to participate in the project's training programs.

The results of 2025 allowed the university to expand its participation in the project in 2026. SPbPU's ecosystem of continuing professional education confirmed the effectiveness of its model by qualifying from three federal project providers. In the first half of the year, 18 new programs are planned to be launched and the total enrollment to over 2,000 students.

In 2026, the list of areas will be expanded to address technological leadership and engineering competency development. Priorities include artificial intelligence systems, industrial and environmental safety, oil and gas, mining, industrial process automation, construction, bioengineering solutions, and industrial tourism. The programs will be implemented beyond St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region.

Today, the university is addressing its human resources needs within the framework of long-term technological development. We are shaping the program content so that graduates are prepared for real-world industrial and management challenges. The expansion of the quota for 2026 confirms the effectiveness of this model, emphasized Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education.

Thus, SPbPU's participation in the federal project "Active Measures to Promote Employment" in 2025 has become an effective tool for training personnel focused on sustainable employment, improving the skills of citizens, and supporting the technological development of the economy.

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