Interactive Workshops, Thematic Quizzes, and New Partnerships: HSE Delegation Visits Mongolia
Representatives of HSE University visited the Mongolian capital, Ulaanbaatar. The visit focused on developing cooperation in the fields of education and science, as well as introducing Mongolian school pupils and students to the educational opportunities available at one of Russia’s leading universities.
As part of their trip, HSE representatives visited four of Mongolia’s top universities: the Mongolian National University of Arts and Culture (MNUAC), the Mongolian University of Science and Technology (MUST), the National University of Mongolia (NUM), and the University of Finance and Economics (UFE).
Each university hosted HSE presentations showcasing educational opportunities for international students, including master’s programmes taught in English. Students took part in quizzes and received commemorative gifts from HSE. The members of the Russian delegation had talks with university leadership and discussed prospects for academic and scientific collaboration, as well as the implementation of joint educational initiatives, including double degree programmes.
The visit included meetings with school pupils. HSE representatives visited Russian–Mongolian Secondary School No. 3 and the Ulaanbaatar branch of the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics. Pupils received information about university admission opportunities, took part in interactive workshops and themed quizzes, and also participated in the MOM Junior Olympiad. More than 230 pupils competed in intellectual contests covering a range of subjects, from English language and literature to mathematics and biology.
Additionally, the HSE delegation and school administrations discussed hosting the main MOM Olympiad in Mongolia in November 2025—a potentially significant step in expanding academic cooperation.
A key highlight of the visit was HSE’s participation in the educational event ‘Days of Thinkers and Inspirers,’ organised by the Russian House in Ulaanbaatar. Over 300 pupils—from both Russian-language and Mongolian-language schools—attended educational and creative sessions, learned more about studying in Russia, and took part in workshops, competitions, and quizzes.
Alexander Deev
‘Despite the tight schedule, the trip to Ulaanbaatar turned out to be both eventful and productive,’ said Alexander Deev, Director of International Talent Development. ‘Over the course of just a few days, we managed to organise a wide range of activities, establish new partnerships, and once again witness the talent and motivation of Mongolian school pupils and students. We are confident that this will not be our last visit to this wonderful country. More meetings, olympiads, and successful HSE admissions stories lie ahead.’
One of the most heart-warming moments of the visit was a meeting with HSE alumni currently living in Mongolia. More than ten graduates gathered to share memories of their student years and speak about their professional journeys. Such meetings contribute to the creation of a strong and active alumni community abroad.
Alexander Deev
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