UNN strengthens its ties with Chinese partners
From December 2 to December 5, a delegation from Lobachevsky University, led by Rector Oleg Trofimov, visited several major universities in the People's Republic of China. Two cooperation agreements were signed with Xiangtan University.
During a visit to Zhengzhou University, which has been actively collaborating with UNN for several years, the Nizhny Novgorod delegation discussed possible new areas of cooperation with the university administration, focusing particularly on the advancement of chemistry, new materials, microelectronics, and information technology. At present, nine students from Zhengzhou University are studying at UNN as part of the Russian language programme for partner universities in China.
The delegation also visited the Henan Institute of Science and Technology, where the parties explored the possibility of establishing a joint institute.
At Xiangtan University, the UNN delegation discussed with Chinese colleagues the possibility of opening a joint educational programme in computer science and information technology. The parties signed an agreement on cooperation in education and science, as well as an agreement on student mobility between Lobachevsky University and Xiangtan University.
According to Rector Oleg Trofimov, the areas of cooperation with Xiangtan University are in line with the strategic projects implemented by Lobachevsky University as part of the Priority 2030 programme.
"We share common interests with colleagues from Xiangtan University in cutting-edge fields such as information technology, artificial intelligence, chemistry, new materials, and microelectronics. This is what makes the potential for collaboration with this university so valuable and interesting for us. Moreover, we are interested in attracting young talented people. In this context, Chinese students are truly exceptional. They demonstrate remarkable dedication and a strong desire to learn, take their education seriously, and show respect for Russian culture. On our part, we strive to provide them with the most favourable conditions to ensure their time in Russia is a memorable experience. We understand how important it is for them not only to study, but also to get the most comprehensive picture of our country," the Rector noted.
Lobachevsky University is a member of the Volga-Yangtze University Association and the Union of Journalism Education in China and Russia. It also cooperates with Chinese partners within the framework of the SCO Law Universities Association, the Association of Asian Universities, and the International Network Institute in the field of AML/CFT. UNN takes part in annual educational fairs, including the China Education Expo, events organised by the Volga-Yangtze University Association, and exhibition webinars held under the auspices of the Rossotrudnichestvo Office in China.
Lobachevsky University has long been cooperating with higher education institutions in China, with over 20 agreements signed between our university and leading Chinese universities. The main forms of this cooperation are joint educational programmes and academic mobility programmes.
Currently, over 90 Chinese students study at UNN. Their most popular majors are: International Relations, Philology, Journalism, Managemen, Advertising and Public Relations, Biology.
