The basics of Russian statehood will become a mandatory subject in… (обязательный · предмет · вуз)
The basics of Russian statehood will become a mandatory subject in all universities in the country, TASS reported on behalf of Valery Falkov, Minister of Science and Higher Education. Falkov stated that four subjects will be compulsory for all university students.
Consensus
- Four subjects will be mandatory for all university students in Russia.
- The four subjects are history, foundations of Russian statehood, Russian language, and philosophy.
- The requirement applies to all students regardless of their future profession, study format, or level of education.
- Minister Valeriy Falkov announced the policy.
- The subjects will be studied independently of the student's major.
Points of divergence
- The application period for universities and colleges began on June 20 on the 'Gosuslugi' portal, with deadlines extending to July 25 for bachelor’s and specialist programs (budget places), August 20 for master's programs (budget places), and September 20 for budget and contract-based bachelor’s and specialist programs. — vedomosti
- In 2026, over 620,000 budget places are allocated in Russian universities, with 73% going to regions. — vedomosti
- There will be 53,500 budget places for participants of the special military operation and their children in 2026, an increase of 1,300 compared to 2025. — vedomosti
Coverage (3 sources)
- Foundations of Russian Statehood to Become a Mandatory Subject in All Universities — Дождь (Telegram)
- Fal'kov: Four items will become mandatory for all university students — Ведомости
- Four subjects will be mandatory for all students — ТАСС (Telegram)