Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia

Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, also known as RUDN University, is a prominent public higher education institution situated in Moscow, Russia. Founded on 5 February 1960, the university was established with a mission of providing higher education to students from different countries and promoting international cooperation through education and research. In March 2023, the university's name was changed to include Patrice Lumumba.

RUDN University offers a wide range of academic programmes in medicine, engineering, economics, business administration, natural sciences, humanities, agriculture and other professional disciplines. Its multidisciplinary structure allows students to pursue different educational and research interests within one university.

The university has a strong international orientation, welcoming students from many countries. This multicultural environment provides opportunities to interact with people from different educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds. International students can access information about admission, degree programmes and preparatory studies through the university's dedicated international admissions portal.

Medical education is one of the university's important academic areas. Students interested in medicine should carefully review the General Medicine curriculum, clinical training arrangements, language requirements and total cost of education before enrolling. Indian applicants should also confirm that the programme meets the current NMC rules for foreign medical graduates and that they will satisfy all applicable licensing requirements after graduation.

The university is located in Moscow, a major Russian centre for education, research, transport and cultural activities. Students should budget for accommodation, food, transport, health insurance and other living expenses in addition to tuition fees.