Skoltech is an international graduate research-focused university that was founded by the group of world-renowned scientists in 2011. Skoltech's curriculum focuses on technology and innovation, offering Master's programs in 11 technological disciplines. Students receive rigorous theoretical and practical training, design their own research projects, participate in internships and gain entrepreneurial skills in English. The faculty is comprised of current researchers with international accreditation and achievements.
MSc Academic Calendar 2020-2021
MSc Academic Year 1
Orientation
31 August: Orientation day
Term 1/1A/1B
28 August: Registration for Term 1/1A OPENS
31 August: Registration for Term 1/1A CLOSES
1 September: First day of classes Term 1/1A
Drop/Add period for Term 1/1A: 1 September – 6 September
14 September: Registration for Term 1B OPENS
18 September: Registration for Term 1B CLOSES
25 September: Last day of classes Term 1A
28 September: First day of classes Term 1B
Drop/Add period for Term 1B: TBC
Week of 5 October: Registration for Term 2 OPENS
Week of 11 October: Registration for Term 2 CLOSES
23 October: Last day of classes Term 1/1B
Term 2
26 October: First day of classes Term 2
Drop/Add period for Term 2: 26 October – 1 November
4 November is official public holiday
18 December: Last day of classes for Term 2
Week of 21 December: Registration for ISP OPENS
Week of 28 December: Registration for ISP CLOSES
Vacation
21 December – 10 January
Winter Term
11 January: First day of ISP
15 January: DEADLINE to name MS research advisor
Week of 18 January: Registration for Term 3 OPENS
29 January: Last day of ISP
Term 3
1 February: First day of classes Term 3
Drop/Add period for Term 3: 1 February – 7 February
