Bachelor’s programs

Computer Technologies

Information Technologies and Programming Faculty

Format of study

full-time

Language

russian

Place of study

st. petersburg, russia

Outcome (diploma/credits)

bachelor of science

Duration

4 year

Application deadline

18 august 2025

Program manager

Tatyana Vladimirovna Kharchenko

[email protected]

+7 (951) 671-29-16

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Subject areas

01.03.02

Applied Mathematics and Computer Science

About the program

The program is designed for future developers who can fast-track to mid-level and senior positions.

The program first launched in 1991 when Prof. Vladimir Vasilyev and Prof. Vladimir Parfenov established the Computer Technology Department at ITMO – one of Russia’s pioneering departments in IT. In 2000, the Information Technologies and Programming Faculty – a future research and educational leader in programming and software – was opened on the foundation laid by the department. Among the faculty’s outstanding achievements are its exceptional performance in competitive programming, as well as the invention of the programming language Kotlin. The faculty’s students won the title of world ICPC champions seven times. ITMO graduates Andrey Breslav and Roman Elizarov led the development team behind Kotlin. Among the faculty’s graduates was also Gennady Korotkevich, the legend of competitive programming.

During their studies, students will work on and defend projects based on real-world business cases. Senior students are free to choose their future specialization and courses to form their own individual learning track.

Big Tech leaders – Yandex, VK, Sberbank, Alfa-Bank, T-Bank, Avito, and others – offer specialized training for students, including courses, internships, employment opportunities for third- and fourth-years, and stipends.

Program partners

Program team

Career

After completing their degree, graduates can work at leading IT companies in Russia and abroad, set up their own startups, or conduct research on a wide range of computer science-related topics.

OUR GRADUATES

It’s beyond hard to make a career choice when you’re only 17. I believe your job should bring joy and fulfillment first and material benefits second....
It’s beyond hard to make a career choice when you’re only 17. I believe your job should bring joy and fulfillment first and material benefits second. I’m a lucky person: I get to do what I love and see the results of my work. I like to solve challenges as they emerge and get to the bottom of processes that I have control over. What I have learned at ITMO helps me avoid lots of typical mistakes that I could make along the way.
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Dmitriy Cherepanov
Graduate, class of 2012
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Student successes

ITMO Student Nikolay Budin Wins Huawei Cup

ICPC Semifinal Winners On Training for The Final and Life After Programming Contests

ITMO Wins Gold at ICPC Finals

ADMISSION OPPORTUNITIES

There are many ways to enroll at ITMO – choose one!

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International opportunities

ITMO supports and encourages students to participate in online and offline educational events in Russia and abroad. We also count 70+ leading scientific institutions around the world among our partners.

You can apply for participation in online and offline conferences, seminars, schools, crash courses, competitions, championships, research internships, and other events in Russia and abroad that are organized by ITMO’s partner universities as well as other scientific and educational organizations.

Educational events and internships

Want to take part in a conference, summer school, or seminar abroad? ITMO University will cover up to 70% of your expenses.

Semester exchange / Study abroad

Found an interesting program in another country and want to go on an exchange semester? Tell us why you chose it and receive financial support.

Study Abroad at Home

Get your international learning experience without leaving ITMO: study in English with international students from all over the world!

Buddy System

From your first day at ITMO as an international student you will be supported by a buddy – another student, who will help you settle in, solve any issue, and explore the city! Maybe one day you, too, will want to support a newcomer at ITMO and get to share your experience as their buddy. You can learn more about the opportunity here

FAQ

How are the student groups formed?

At the beginning of training, all students are split into several (usually 6-8) groups according to their background experience. By the end of the third year, all students are expected to display a similar level of expertise. On your first day, you will take an entrance test to determine which group suits you best. The test includes tasks in mathematics, computer science, and programming.

Do I need a laptop for my studies? If so, what kind of specs should it have?

Although you can study without a laptop, having one will make it much easier for you to do your assignments. We recommend using a laptop with 8GB of RAM, 256GB of SSD storage; you won’t require a discrete graphics card unless you also plan on using it for gaming. The lighter the laptop, the easier it will be to bring it with you to the university – and you will need it quite often. Your laptop should also have a powerful battery, as you won’t always have access to a power socket.

Does the program include classes on competitive programming?

No. However, Gennady Korotkevich, a world-famous programmer and multiple-time international contest winner, delivers lectures and workshops on competitive programming for those who are interested in the subject.

Should I learn Linux beforehand?

No. First and foremost, most tasks you will encounter can be done on Windows. In addition, during your first semester you’ll have a course on digital culture that covers master terminals, Bash, version control systems, and other useful tools.

Should I brush up on my algorithm skills?

If you’re applying for this program, you’re likely to have at least some experience with programming, but if you don’t, you can start by developing something rather simple, like a binary search in Java. A basic knowledge of programming is enough.