A Winter School of Russian Language and Culture for Chinese students from the Nantong Institute of Technology (China) has opened at Derzhavin University.
The academic program includes classes in Russian language, Russian regional studies, and training in intercultural communication. Russian students studying Chinese at Derzhavin University will actively participate in the school's activities
In addition to the intensive educational program, the students will enjoy excursions, master classes, traditional Russian winter outdoor activities, concerts, creative meetings, and gastronomic evenings where guests can learn about Russian folk traditions.
Derzhavin University, together with its Chinese partners, is working to train specialists in demand in the Russian and Chinese labor markets. Particular attention is paid to the study of language and culture. "That's why our university is implementing this project, which will enable Chinese students to acquire the necessary knowledge and competencies," comments Pavel Moiseev, Rector of Tambov State University named after G.R. Derzhavin. "Interest in studying the Chinese language and culture is rapidly growing among Russian students as well. Our university actively supports this initiative and offers educational programs in Chinese language study with the opportunity to complete internships in China. I am confident that academic exchanges of students and faculty between our universities have long-term prospects and will contribute to the development of qualified personnel for our countries."
The Winter School of Russian Language and Culture is the result of the Cooperation Agreement between Tambov State University named after G.R. Derzhavin and the Nantong Institute of Technology (China), signed in May 2025. The agreement was prepared with the active support of the university's partner, the Russian-Chinese Center. The project aims to develop academic exchanges of students and faculty, train personnel, and conduct joint scientific, educational, and cultural events.
The first results of the partnership have already been achieved. Six students from Derzhavin University successfully completed an autumn semester language internship at the Nantong Institute of Technology. They improved their Chinese language skills and gained an insight into Chinese culture. A new group of Derzhavin students will travel to Nantong in the spring of 2026 for a semester-long internship under the academic mobility program and an agreement between the universities.
The Winter School of Russian Language and Culture will run through February 2.
