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HSE Winter School on Analytics and Data Science Brings Together Specialists in Different Fields

HSE Winter School on Analytics and Data Science Brings Together Specialists in Different Fields
In early February, the HSE Cultural Centre hosted ‘IT Session: Immersion in the Data World’, a winter school on analytics and data science organised by the Continuing Education Centre of the Faculty of Computer Science. More than four hundred participants attended lectures by speakers from Yandex, T-Bank, MTS, Okko, Kuper, Avito, Bank of Russia, Beeline, as well as FCS experts. The event gathered both early-career analysts and students, as well as experts seeking to better understand how analytics and data science can be applied in various industries.

Faculty of Computer Science Launches Joint Programme with Art and Design School

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Starting from 2025, HSE University applicants will be able to enrol in a Bachelor's programme in Game and Digital Product Development—the only programme of its kind in Russia. The course will combine design, programming, mathematics, production, management, and marketing. It will enable students to master the full cycle of digital product development from creation to effective promotion. The programme is taught in Russian.

Pokémon, ARPANET, and the Mysterious East: Science Battles between Student Organisations at HSE

Katya Kozlova, Nikita Topkov, Dmitry Zlobin, Alexander Lazarenko
A special session of HSE Science Battles has taken place at the HSE Cultural Centre. This time, the speakers represented their student organisations and scientific fields. The evening brought together ideas about the future—from metaverses and deciphering ancient languages to neuromodular chips and the prospects of social sciences.

‘The Role of an Academic Supervisor Is Not about a Fixed Schedule’

‘The Role of an Academic Supervisor Is Not about a Fixed Schedule’
Pavel Voloshchuk has been developing and researching educational products for 14 years. Since August 2024, he has led two master's programmes at the HSE Faculty of Computer Science: ‘Research and Entrepreneurship in Artificial Intelligence’ and ‘Master of Data Science.’ In this interview, he talks about his career path, time management, and the specifics of academic supervision. 

Competitive Programming Federation Awards Student and Faculty Member from HSE University

Fedor Romashov (right)
As part of the FonCode 2024 contest, the Russian Competitive Programming Federation (CPF) held its first award ceremony. Fedor Romashov, a student of the HSE Faculty of Computer Science, won the best competitive programmer award, and Mikhail Gustokashin, Director of the FCS Centre of Student Competitions, was named the best coach.

Open Day: The Future Begins Here

Open Day: The Future Begins Here
On March 2, an HSE Open Day for prospective undergraduates and specialist students will take place — one of the largest and most significant events for applicants, their parents, and the entire university. Visitors will have the opportunity to speak with students and representatives of educational programmes, plan their admission process, and immerse themselves in the HSE University atmosphere for a day. The event will be held in Russian.

Victory in Life and in Games: GameDevFest Held at HSE

Victory in Life and in Games: GameDevFest Held at HSE
The second GameDevFest, a festival for computer game developers organised by the HSE Faculty of Computer Science (FCS), took place at the Pokrovka campus. Student developers showcased demo versions of their games, while guests and organisers discussed the state of the industry, opportunities for gamification, and game development education.

New Science: How Early-Career Researchers Reach New Heights

New Science: How Early-Career Researchers Reach New Heights
In the context of increasing global competition, countries arestriving to ensure technological sovereignty. Those who can ensure economic development and concentrate intangible assets and human capital are emerging as leaders. The growing demand for qualified staff leads to an increase in the role of universities and the demand for early-career scientists. The challenges and opportunities for prospective specialists in the scientific community were discussed at the ‘StratPro Platform’ strategic session at HSE University.

Architecture, Computer Games, Chemistry of New Materials: HSE Launches New Educational Programmes

Architecture, Computer Games, Chemistry of New Materials: HSE Launches New Educational Programmes
This year, HSE University will open admission to ten new bachelor's programmes. Three of them—Architecture, Game and Digital Product Development, and Chemistry of New Materials—have recently been approved by HSE University's Academic Council. Here, we provide more details on these programmes.

‘Many Want to Create AI-Based Products and Become More Competitive’

‘Many Want to Create AI-Based Products and Become More Competitive’
In 2024, the online Russian-taught master’s programme ‘Artificial Intelligence,’ offered by the HSE Faculty of Computer Science, saw a record number of first-year students—over 300. What accounts for such a high interest in AI, how the curriculum is structured, and what new skills will graduates acquire? Elena Kantonistova, the programme’s academic director, shares more.