Education plays an enormous role in every country. Economic, political and social situations depend on the educational level of any country. Therefore, Russia invests a lot of money in its public education system, especially in higher education. As a result, universities in Russia are constantly being developed and have advantages for students such as professional committees, international conferences, and internships. There are two positive aspects of professional committees in Russian universities. First of all, professional committees lend material assistances.

For example, students who are needy or handicapped can get such benefits as social scholarship, food assistance, and discount on public transportation. Also, professional committees regularly organize trips with discount to the sanatoriums and camps. In addition, professional committees provide rooms in campus for international and nonresident students. Students who have rooms in campus must follow the community’s rules and pay minimum charge for rent every month; otherwise, they can be moved out or even expelled from university. In addition to material assistances, professional committees organize different activities.

For instance, thanks to professional committees students can take part in sport competitions between universities. Also, students have the opportunity to develop and improve their moral qualities due to free or preferential tickets which are provided by these committees to the theatres and museums. For example, students in Saint-Petersburg can visit free of charge the various cultural events that take place in the best cultural institutions of the city, such as Russian Museum, Hermitage, Theatre of Opera and Ballet, and Mariinsky Theatre.

In addition, such activities as miniatures, comedy clubs, theater and music groups that allow interesting and fun time for students are organized by professional committees too. Another advantage for students in Russian universities is international conferences. They play a big role in student development. Participation in international conferences is a big opportunity for students to increase their knowledge and practical skills. In such events students can get comprehensive information about issue in their field, exchange the newest information and ideas with another students and professors, verify this information, and get additional news.

Also, participation in international conferences is a great motivation for students. Students want to realize their scientific potential, get an additional experience in public speaking in Russian and foreign languages, improve the technique of argumentation, and share their experiences with Russian and foreign students. In addition to student development, benefits are another advantage for international conferences. For example, students who distinguish in the international conferences can be invited to participate on different scientific shows where they can introduce their projects.

These shows are big opportunity for realization students ‘projects, for some of the investors can be interested in their projects. Also, participants in international conferences get such rewards as grants, monetary prizes and certifications. For example, Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University “LETI” which has a partnership with institutes and universities from more than 20 countries provides such grants as “Siemens Smart Grid”, “Endeavour Awards” and another different research grants.

Finally, in addition to professional committees and international conferences, internships are another advantage for students in Russian universities. Internships are great opportunity to get unique working experience in professional field. Students are able to work with experts in their field and get their knowledge. Moreover, undergraduates have opportunity to improve their required professional skills for future career. Also, employers often invited to work students that establish professional relationships with experts after undergraduates receive a diploma.

However, some students can be invited to work at some well established companies before graduation, and they combining it with studying at the university. In addition to working experience, travelling is another positive aspect in internships. For example, some universities offer internships in different countries. Mostly such programs are considered for masters. For instance, Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University “LETI” offers internships for masters in such countries as Germany, France, Sweden and Finland.

In such internships students can deeply know another culture and be able understand some cultural aspects in professional field. Also, they improve their foreign language, which is necessary for working in international companies. All in all, Russian universities give students great opportunities such as professional committees, international conferences, and internships to be successful and needful. Therefore, the students just have to make wise decision to participate and dedicate their time an effort in order to be successful.