Derzhavin Institute St. Petersburg, Russia
Izmailovskij prospect, 7 - 190005 St. Petersburg - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Residence next to school
- Free tea and coffee.
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation4.7
- Top rated social activities4.6
- Top rated school facilities4.5
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
Location: Derzhavin Institute is situated in the beautiful and culturally rich city of St.Petersburg, Russia. The school is located in the historic centre of St Petersburg, surrounded by schools, shops and supermarkets, on the banks of the Fontanka River. With excellent access to train and bus routes from the school, students can find many of the city's palaces, parks and attractions only a short train ride away.
Course selection: The school offers courses to students of all levels, starting from absolute beginners up to fully proficient. Students can take Standard Group courses in conjunction with additional Grammar or Speaking modules, according to their needs and preferences. Private lessons are available with Business Russian, Russian for the Tourism Industry and an Internship programme, also amongst the diverse programmes available at the Derzhavin Institute. TRKI Preparation courses are also available throughout the year.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available through the school with excellent options in Homestays with local families, Shared flats and in Studio Guest Houses provided all year round. Many options are within walking distance of the school, ensuring students are comfortable throughout their time in St.Petersburg.
Social and Cultural: Social programmes including visits to the most popular museums, parties, city tours, crafts and creativity events and lectures on the Russian language and Culture, make sure that students get the most out of their time in the stunning city of St Petersburg.
Additional information: A Student Support Desk is also available for any questions, queries or concerns that may arise.
Russian Courses
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Standard Course
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 17,990RUB 17,091 / week More
Standard Course
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 17,990 17,091 | 35,980 34,181 | 50,970 48,422 | 67,960 64,562 | 84,950 80,703 | 101,940 96,843 | 118,930 112,984 | 135,920 129,124 | 144,900 137,655 | 161,000 152,950 | 193,200 183,540 |
| Price in US$ | 209 | 418 | 592 | 789 | 986 | 1,183 | 1,380 | 1,577 | 1,681 | 1,868 | 2,242 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Russian course before:
12 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:15 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:00 - 13:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Student reviews about "Standard Course" at Derzhavin Institute
David
"The students were very inclusive and friendly even though I was twice their age. It was a really fun experience and I plan to go back for B1. The teachers were all excellent and wanted everybody to succeed, just like State Department teachers I had."
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Standard Course + 1 Language Immersion Module
24 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 21,790RUB 20,701 / week More
Standard Course + 1 Language Immersion Module
24 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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RUB 21,790RUB 20,701 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 21,790 20,701 | 43,580 41,401 | 62,370 59,252 | 83,160 79,002 | 103,950 98,753 | 124,740 118,503 | 145,530 138,254 | 166,320 158,004 | 179,100 170,145 | 199,000 189,050 | 238,800 226,860 |
| Price in US$ | 253 | 506 | 724 | 965 | 1,206 | 1,448 | 1,689 | 1,930 | 2,078 | 2,309 | 2,771 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Russian course before:
12 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:15 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:15 - 15:45 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Language Immersion Module4 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 3,800RUB 3,610 / week More
Language Immersion Module
4 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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RUB 3,800RUB 3,610 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
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| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 3,800 3,610 | 7,600 7,220 | 11,400 10,830 | 15,200 14,440 | 19,000 18,050 | 22,800 21,660 | 26,600 25,270 | 30,400 28,880 | 38,000 36,100 | 45,600 43,320 | 49,400 46,930 |
| Price in US$ | 45 | 89 | 133 | 177 | 221 | 265 | 309 | 353 | 441 | 529 | 574 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Russian course before:
12 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Specialisation Immersion Module4 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 3,800RUB 3,610 / week More
Specialisation Immersion Module
4 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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RUB 3,800RUB 3,610 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 3,800 3,610 | 7,600 7,220 | 11,400 10,830 | 15,200 14,440 | 19,000 18,050 | 22,800 21,660 | 26,600 25,270 | 30,400 28,880 | 38,000 36,100 | 45,600 43,320 | 49,400 46,930 |
| Price in US$ | 45 | 89 | 133 | 177 | 221 | 265 | 309 | 353 | 441 | 529 | 574 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Russian course before:
12 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:15 - 15:45 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules28 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 25,590RUB 24,311 / week More
Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules
28 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 25,590 24,311 | 51,180 48,621 | 73,770 70,082 | 98,360 93,442 | 122,950 116,803 | 147,540 140,163 | 172,130 163,524 | 196,720 186,884 | 213,300 202,635 | 237,000 225,150 | 284,400 270,180 |
| Price in US$ | 297 | 594 | 856 | 1,141 | 1,427 | 1,712 | 1,997 | 2,282 | 2,475 | 2,750 | 3,300 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Russian course before:
12 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Standard Course (20 lessons per week) plus 2 Immersion Modules (8 lessons per week). Includes additional 2 lessons of self-guided learning.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:15 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:15 - 15:45 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Student reviews about "Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules" at Derzhavin Institute
Bernard
"Having a private teacher is a blessing "
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Evening group course6 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!fromRUB 5,400RUB 5,130 / week More
Evening group course
6 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 5,400 5,130 | 10,800 10,260 | 16,200 15,390 | 21,600 20,520 | 27,000 25,650 | 32,400 30,780 | 37,800 35,910 | 43,200 41,040 | 54,000 51,300 | 64,800 61,560 | 70,200 66,690 |
| Price in US$ | 63 | 126 | 188 | 251 | 314 | 376 | 439 | 502 | 627 | 752 | 815 |
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- Starting dates
- Every first Monday of month
The evening course runs on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1-2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 18:30 - 21:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Online
Online One-to-One Package 12 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!fromRUB 3,800RUB 3,610 / week More
Online One-to-One Package 1
2 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 15,200 14,440 |
| Price in US$ | 177 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Day
Lessons take place 1 day per week.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 21:55 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Online One-to-One Package 24 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!fromRUB 7,600RUB 7,220 / week More
Online One-to-One Package 2
4 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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RUB 7,600RUB 7,220 / week
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| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 30,400 28,880 |
| Price in US$ | 353 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Day
Lessons take place 2 days a week.
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Online One-to-One Package 36 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!fromRUB 11,400RUB 10,830 / week More
Online One-to-One Package 3
6 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 45,600 43,320 |
| Price in US$ | 529 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Day
Lessons take place 3 days a week.
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Online One-to-One Package 48 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!fromRUB 15,200RUB 14,440 / week More
Online One-to-One Package 4
8 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 60,800 57,760 |
| Price in US$ | 706 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Day
Lessons take place 4 days a week.
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Online Russian for Tourism4 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 3,800RUB 3,610 / week More
Online Russian for Tourism
4 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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RUB 3,800RUB 3,610 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 3,800 3,610 | 7,600 7,220 | 11,400 10,830 | 15,200 14,440 | 19,000 18,050 | 22,800 21,660 | 26,600 25,270 | 30,400 28,880 |
| Price in US$ | 45 | 89 | 133 | 177 | 221 | 265 | 309 | 353 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons take place on Wednesday and Friday.
Timetable: In local time (Moscow)
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 20:00 - 21:30 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Online Standard Course10 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 8,995RUB 8,546 / week More
Online Standard Course
10 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 8,995 8,546 | 17,990 17,091 | 25,485 24,211 | 33,980 32,281 | 42,475 40,352 | 50,970 48,422 | 59,465 56,492 | 67,960 64,562 | 72,450 68,828 | 80,500 76,475 | 96,600 91,770 |
| Price in US$ | 105 | 209 | 296 | 395 | 493 | 592 | 690 | 789 | 841 | 934 | 1,121 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Schedule: from Monday to Friday,
MORNING session 10:00-11:30 (Moscow time),
AFTERNOON session 15:30-17:00 (Moscow time),
EVENING session 20:00-21:30 (Moscow time)
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:00 - 11:30
Afternoon: 20:00 - 21:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Online TORFL Exam Preparation10 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!fromRUB 9,500RUB 9,025 / week More
Online TORFL Exam Preparation
10 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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RUB 9,500RUB 9,025 / week
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| Weeks | 3 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 28,500 27,075 |
| Price in US$ | 331 |
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- Starting dates
- Every first Monday of month
This course prepares students for the TORFL exam.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 15:30 - 17:00
Afternoon: 20:00 - 21:30 - Possible course durations
- 3 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Private
One-to-One15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 27,000RUB 25,650 / week More
One-to-One
15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 27,000 25,650 | 54,000 51,300 | 81,000 76,950 | 108,000 102,600 | 135,000 128,250 | 162,000 153,900 | 189,000 179,550 | 216,000 205,200 |
| Price in US$ | 314 | 627 | 940 | 1,253 | 1,567 | 1,880 | 2,193 | 2,506 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are tailored to the needs and requests of the student.
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Two-to-One15 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromRUB 16,500RUB 15,675 / week More
Two-to-One
15 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 16,500 15,675 | 33,000 31,350 | 49,500 47,025 | 66,000 62,700 | 82,500 78,375 | 99,000 94,050 | 115,500 109,725 | 132,000 125,400 |
| Price in US$ | 192 | 383 | 575 | 766 | 958 | 1,149 | 1,340 | 1,532 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
For 2 students with the same language level booking together. Price per person.
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Exam Preparation30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!fromRUB 19,114RUB 18,159 / week More
Exam Preparation
30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (RUB) Our price (RUB) | 76,455 72,633 |
| Price in US$ | 887 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Derzhavin Institute is an examination centre for TRKI.
Standard Course (20 lessons per week) plus Exam Preparation (10 lessons per week).
Exams are held in the last week of the course.
Exam fee not included.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 10:15 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:15 - 15:45 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Our prices for Derzhavin Institute include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
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Student opinions about Derzhavin Institute, St. Petersburg
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Derzhavin Institute, St. Petersburg
Derzhavin Institute, St. Petersburg
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Wouter
75 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Was great, professional, good advice, and well organized. The home stay was fun. Svetlana was a wonderful host, tour guide and provided great food.”
Other comments: Great.
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Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 26. Feb. 2026
Bernard
59 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very professional. I was lucky enough to have a private teacher.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Having a private teacher is a blessing
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Course: Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules - 6 weeks
Review date: 13. Nov. 2023
Fabienne
64 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The quality of teaching”
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Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 26. Sep. 2023
Laetitia
53 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The people, the staff and the teachers are great. I've taken zoom courses”
“Info in Russian, you don't know everything, especially about excursions. I know that for next year”
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Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 13. Aug. 2023
Fabien
28 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Good experience! I had been there only for 10 days but the teacher and staff were super nice!
Good experience”
Good experience”
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Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 4. Oct. 2021
Antje
53 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Great organization and willingness to help with problems. Great lessons. The individual support in the lessons was also nice thanks to the small classes in autumn/winter.”
Insider tip: “Visit the Political Museum in St. Petersburg.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Since there were few students at the school in winter, I had one-to-one conversations and we dealt with topics that were important to me.
Other comments: Didn't get an immigration card at the airport or lost it (please point out to everyone that this is an important piece of paper for departure). I didn't realize I needed one. The school secretary went to the police personally twice to get a new one. That was great!
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Course: Standard Course + 1 Specialisation Immersion Module - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Nov. 2019
Mirela
48 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very small groups, the teachers are very involved”
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Course: Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Oct. 2019
David
66 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I really liked the after school activities. Our tour guide was very good. Give the girl a raise!”
Quality of teaching / language progress: The students were very inclusive and friendly even though I was twice their age. It was a really fun experience and I plan to go back for B1. The teachers were all excellent and wanted everybody to succeed, just like State Department teachers I had.
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Course: Standard Course - 10 weeks
Review date: 17. Jul. 2019
Elena
19 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The staff were very kind and organized, absolutely incredible.”
Insider tip: “Eat at canteens, they’re cheaper.”
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Course: Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jan. 2019
Hayden
45 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The whole organisation was professional, efficient, well-structured, straightforward and kind. And I loved that we only spoke Russian.”
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Course: Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules - 3 weeks
Review date: 23. Aug. 2018
Neil
33 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Students were all friendly. Staff were very professional. Well organised.”
Insider tip: “Although for the beginner classes there is no pre-requisite learning, I would strongly advise learning the alphabet as I struggled throughout the week. This should be recommended to all beginner students.”
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Course: Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules - 1 week
Review date: 21. Aug. 2018
Ömer Buğrahan
20 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Environment and teachers”
Insider tip: “It would be better for them to travel”
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Course: Specialisation Immersion Module - 4 weeks
Review date: 6. Aug. 2018
Jakob
19 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The family environment, the small study groups, the lounge, the fellow students”
Insider tip: “Countless attractions, such as: Hermitage, bridge openings, Peter Paul, Nevsky Prospekt”
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Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2018
Bernardo
76 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Both teachers worked goal-oriented. They picked up on my suggestions and learning needs and did well-prepared exercises the following day.”
Insider tip: “What I think should be included in the individual lessons are translations, in both directions: Russian - German (French, Spanish, English, ...) and, just as important, in the opposite direction.
I also consider it essential that the differences in the case government of verbs and prepositions between the learner's mother tongue and the Russian language are highlighted.
With regard to indirect speech and the conditionalis (the subjunctive), it is essential to point out the ambiguity and contextuality in Russian compared to the mother tongue. Here, too, translation exercises are important and helpful.”
I also consider it essential that the differences in the case government of verbs and prepositions between the learner's mother tongue and the Russian language are highlighted.
With regard to indirect speech and the conditionalis (the subjunctive), it is essential to point out the ambiguity and contextuality in Russian compared to the mother tongue. Here, too, translation exercises are important and helpful.”
Other comments: It is a pity that there are no male teachers. In my experience, a balance of female and male teachers is important. Male teachers emphasize other aspects than female teachers and set other priorities in terms of the atmosphere.
Olga
30 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I really liked the overall experience very much. The school itself was nice, the teachers were professionals and the study program was challenging enough. I learned a lot and I'm thinking about repeating the course again next year.”
Insider tip: “I realy liked the leisure activities organised by school not only during the week but, also on Saturdays. I went to Petergrof and Pushkin with school and in both cases, it was great experience.”
Verified
Course: Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules - 3 weeks
Review date: 28. May. 2018
Alexander
23 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It may be the Certificate Delivery each Friday. There is a meeting in the hall each Friday with photos, cookies and group feelings.”
Verified
Course: Intensive - 6 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2017
Frank
55 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The organization and the teachers.”
Other comments: very professional
Verified
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Jul. 2017
Anita
27 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Quality of teaching is very high and the teachers use different tools to help us progress in our language studies. The school is centrally located, which allows the student to reach it easily. The organisation at the Institute is really high-level, which made me feel really comfortable from the first day on.”
Verified
Course: Long stay course - 9 weeks
Review date: 15. May. 2017
Dariusz
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“A high level of teachers, good organization, nice atmosphere”
Insider tip: “Close to the metro station, shops open 24/7 and bars, course participants receive a student ID card of the Russian Federation (numerous and significant relief, eg. in museums, many entry based on card free of charge), the school gives 24 Hour Emergency phones”
Other comments: I highly recommend going back there
Verified
Course: Exam Preparation - 3 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2016
Yanne
23 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Excellent organisation, extremely pleasant & available administrative staff and teachers.”
Insider tip: “Each day an activity or a trip is offered to better know the language, the city and culture.”
Other comments: Very good experience, which allowed to resume and improve my Russian skills.
Verified
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2016
Jaap Hendrik
27 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The quality of the teachers was excellent, the social activities that were offered were exciting and the atmosphere was welcoming”
Insider tip: “Try visiting as many museums as possible and make some Russian friends”
Other comments: A great organization with an excellent staff
Verified
Course: Intensive Long-Stay Programme - 19 weeks
Review date: 22. May. 2016
Frank
50 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course + 1 Specialisation Immersion Module - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Aug. 2019
Emmanuel
46 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules - 1 week
Review date: 17. Feb. 2020
Julián
44 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course - 7 weeks
Review date: 22. Sep. 2019
Lara
30 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course + 1 Specialisation Immersion Module - 1 week
Review date: 15. Jul. 2019
Imogen
20 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 30. Jun. 2019
Adams
75 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018
Ulrike
55 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 15. Oct. 2018
Michael
57 yearsOverall rating
3.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course + 1 Specialisation Immersion Module - 3 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2018
Maddalena
21 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Verified
Course: Standard Course + 1 Specialisation Immersion Module - 3 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2018
Ratings of Derzhavin Institute compared to ratings of all schools in Russia
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Derzhavin Institute
- Accreditations and Quality seals
ROPRYAL- Russian teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Derzhavin Institute.
- Year of school foundation
- 2003
- The school is an official exam center
- The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Drink vending machine
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 7
- Number of public PC workstations: 4
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Italy | 30% |
| Germany | 15% |
| France | 10% |
| USA | 10% |
| Japan | 8% |
| England | 8% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Sweden | 5% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 3% |
| 18-24 years | 30% |
| 25-34 years | 20% |
| 35-50 years | 30% |
| >50 years | 17% |
The average age outside summer is 13 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 100Throughout the year: 30
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 10Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
- Average age of students
- In summer: 22 yearsThroughout the year: 35 years
Information for all courses offered by Derzhavin Institute
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- RUB 8,600
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Accommodation and visa support are only provided in cases when a student books a minimum of 15 individual lessons per week or a Standard Course.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 1900 RUB. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 08 Jan 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 01 May 2026, 09 May 2026, 12 Jun 2026, 04 Nov 2026, 30 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 08 Jan 2027, 23 Feb 2027, 09 Mar 2027, 01 May 2027, 09 May 2027, 12 Jun 2027, 04 Nov 2027, 30 Dec 2027, 31 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per Russian language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Pulkovo Airport:
- RUB 3,200 one way
RUB 6,400 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Pulkovo International Airport (LED).
Accommodation
Homestay 
In high demand!
9 ratings Single room, Breakfast 
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 23,800/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
9 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 23,800/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | 23800 | 47600 | 71400 | 95200 | 119000 | 142800 | 166600 | 190400 | 238000 | 285600 | 23800 |
| Price in US$ | 291 | 582 | 872 | 1,163 | 1,454 | 1,744 | 2,035 | 2,325 | 2,907 | 3,488 | 291 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet (gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian, etc.) is possible only upon request.
— Only for those students who are travelling together, and arriving/leaving on the same dates.
— Extra nights are usually available on request and on payment of a supplementary fee. More than 4 extra days are equivalent to one week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- RUB 3,400 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 90
Student reviews about Homestay
Wouter
"Wonderful.
Bernard
"Very depressing apartment. Always totally dark and confined.
Homestay
9 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 27,300/ week Show more
Homestay
9 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 27,300/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | 27300 | 54600 | 81900 | 109200 | 136500 | 163800 | 191100 | 218400 | 273000 | 327600 | 27300 |
| Price in US$ | 334 | 667 | 1,001 | 1,334 | 1,667 | 2,001 | 2,334 | 2,667 | 3,334 | 4,001 | 334 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet (gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian, etc.) is possible only upon request.
— Only for those students who are travelling together, and arriving/leaving on the same dates.
— Extra nights are usually available on request and on payment of a supplementary fee. More than 4 extra days are equivalent to one week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- RUB 3,900 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 90
Student reviews about Homestay
Antje
"The host was very nice, but the room was very overheated (cannot be regulated), and at a busy intersection and the blinds were not tight. Therefore could hardly sleep. The school accommodated me easily in their apartments (room facing the courtyard). Everything there was clean, nice, quiet and at a pleasant temperature ... consistently 4 to 5 stars.
Homestay
9 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 20,300/ week Show more
Homestay
9 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 20,300/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | 20300 | 40600 | 60900 | 81200 | 101500 | 121800 | 142100 | 162400 | 203000 | 243600 | 20300 |
| Price in US$ | 248 | 496 | 744 | 992 | 1,240 | 1,488 | 1,736 | 1,984 | 2,479 | 2,975 | 248 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet (gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian, etc.) is possible only upon request.
— Only for those students who are travelling together, and arriving/leaving on the same dates.
— Extra nights are usually available on request and on payment of a supplementary fee. More than 4 extra days are equivalent to one week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- RUB 2,900 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 90
Homestay
9 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 17,500/ week Show more
Homestay
9 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
RUB 17,500/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | 17500 | 35000 | 52500 | 70000 | 87500 | 105000 | 122500 | 140000 | 175000 | 210000 | 17500 |
| Price in US$ | 214 | 428 | 642 | 855 | 1,069 | 1,283 | 1,496 | 1,710 | 2,137 | 2,565 | 214 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in RUB | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet (gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian, etc.) is possible only upon request.
— Only for those students who are travelling together, and arriving/leaving on the same dates.
— Extra nights are usually available on request and on payment of a supplementary fee. More than 4 extra days are equivalent to one week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- RUB 2,500 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 90
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from Derzhavin Institute have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews, read what our students have reported about their stay at Derzhavin Institute.
Questions and answers about Derzhavin Institute
Does the school offer a double room for married couples?
“Yes, the school can provide a double room for two students travelling together.”
Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 24, 2025
Does the school help to provide the documents to apply for a visa?
“Yes, the school is very happy to help provide all documentation once the deposit for the course has been paid. ”
Natalia, Booking manager from Russia - Sep 14, 2023
Will I have a private bathroom in this accommodation?
“Among the families located close to us there are some apartments with two bathrooms.”
Natalia, from - Apr 14, 2023
FAQ about Derzhavin Institute, St. Petersburg
How far is the school from the accommodation?
“The accommodation is located in a 15 minutes walking distance from the school.”
Natalia, from - Apr 14, 2023
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Derzhavin?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Derzhavin”
Is it possible to take a course at Derzhavin Institute as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Course, Standard Course + 1 Language Immersion Module, Language Immersion Module, Specialisation Immersion Module, Standard Course + 2 Immersion Modules”
Is airport pickup offered by Derzhavin Institute?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Pulkovo Airport (3200 RUB)”
What is the number of students per class at Derzhavin?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Derzhavin varies from 1 (Online One-to-One Package 1) to 10 students (Standard Course)”
Which countries are students of Derzhavin Institute from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Derzhavin Institute comes from Italy with a 30% representation, followed by students from Germany (15%) and France (10%).”
Derzhavin Institute offers courses for which ages?
“Derzhavin Institute offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 22 during the summer and 35 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Derzhavin Institute
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 10:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Private educational establishment of futher professional education Derzhavin Institute (PEE FPE Derzhavin Institute) | Tax registration ID: 7820038780
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA require a visa to enter and study in Russia.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 8600 RUB
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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