About the University

Derzhavin Tambov State University is the largest classical university situated in the city of Tambov, Central Russia. With more than a century of history and openness to the world, our university has gained recognition in Russia and abroad. Today, more than 2,400 international students from 63 countries form a true "global community." Students from Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the CIS come to study at TSU. Derzhavin Tambov State University is an internationally oriented, first-class higher education institution, ranked among the top 20 leading universities in Russia for international activity and among the top three for the quality of social adaptation of international students.

University Facts

  • Tambov State University is a classical university with a rich century-long history, offering more than 200 educational programs.
  • The large University campus is successfully integrated into the urban environment with developed infrastructure.
  • The University has a favourable geographical location in the city of Tambov, in close transport proximity to Moscow.
  • Derzhavin Tambov State University has a favourable multicultural student environment with a Centre for Social Adaptation and Intercultural Communication.
  • A wide range of additional education programs, individual educational tracks, and opportunities for sports.

Faculties & Institutes

  • Institute of Engineering and Technology
  • Institute of Medicine and Health Protection
  • Institute of Pedagogy
  • Institute of Law and National Security
  • Institute of Economics, Information Technology, and Creative Industries
  • Faculty of History, Political Science, and Philology
  • Faculty of Physical Education and Sports

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