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Founded in 1917 Nizhny Novgorod State Technical University is based in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. It has had many name changes over the years and it was granted university status in 2007.More than 13,000 students study at the university within the following departments: social sciences, humanitarian sciences, mathematical and natural sciences and engineering and technology.Within these faculties, students can study at undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD level and there are over 75 areas of study.There are various clubs for students to join as well as a calendar of extracurricular activities scheduled throughout the year, which include city tours, visits to theatres and museums, friendship evenings, national holidays and exhibition visitsFor those with an interest in sports, there are various clubs on offer including football, basketball, volleyball, athletics, weightlifting and skiing. There’s also a gymnasium for student use.Nizhny Novgorod State Technical University annually organises the city inter-university mini-football and table tennis tournament of Nizhny Novgorod.The Nizhny Novgorod State Technical University has established relationships with universities around the world, in over 40 countries, carrying out various exchange activities such as academic exchanges, scientific research cooperation and the opportunity for students to study abroad.Applicants are required to do an intensive course of the Russian language as well as brief introductory classes in mathematics and physics. All students from overseas are guaranteed a place in a campus hostel.