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Southwest State University was founded in 1964 in Kursk, Russia. It was originally named Kursk Polytechnical Institute and in 2010 it was renamed to Southwest State University.The university offers bachelor's, master's, PhD and specialist degrees throughout its eight faculties: mechanics and technology; fundamental and applied IT-technology; economics and management; construction and architecture; science; law; linguistics and intercultural communication; and public management and international relations. Many of the students have gone on to work in computer technology, nanotechnology, bioengineering and robotechnics among other industries.Students have a range of activities and facilities to enjoy on campus, from the swimming pool to the 18 free sports clubs, to the dormitories. Students can learn choreography, art, athletics and create and design new technologies. Students come to Southwest State from 57 countries, creating a diverse student environment.The city of Kursk is vibrant with every season due to the large presence of nature. There is a wealth of culture and history to be enjoyed, including the Trinity Monastery, the tremendous display of Elizabethan Baroque style in the Sergievsko-Kazansky Cathedral, and Command Station Bunker and Museum. Home to several universities, Kursk has gained a significant student population, making it a great environment for Southwest State University’s students to meet likeminded friends and peers.