Robotic Chemical Technologies

Format of study

full-time

Language

russian

Place of study

st. petersburg, russia

Outcome (diploma/credits)

master of science

Duration

2 year

Annual tuition fee

610 000 ₽

Application deadline

28 august 2026
Program manager
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Anastasiya Olegovna Piven
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Subject areas

15.04.04 Automation of Technological Processes and Production
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Tuition-free

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About the program

This program trains students to use computer technology and robotics to model, predict, and control the course and performance of chemical processes and immediately implement their knowledge in biomedicine, biochemistry, and foodtech.

The key courses of the program are AI and machine learning in chemistry, robot programming, chemometrics, chemoinformatics, molecular dynamics, and molecular self-assembly. Some courses are delivered in English.

Students have the opportunity to physically put into action the knowledge learned in the classroom through working on ongoing research at ITMO laboratories. Such cases include: using charged polyelectrolytes to assemble active components of bacteria-, virus-, or ions-detecting sensors layer-by-layer; embedding a molecule within another molecule in order to achieve targeted drug delivery; creating self-healing films; synthesizing artificial nerve and bone tissue to produce implants; and creating robot assistants for labs and enterprises. By the way, we have two robot assistants ourselves that you can train for your tasks: a manipulator robot arm or the industrial robot Kuka. This Master’s program was developed in cooperation with industry leaders.

Program partners

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Program team

Curriculum

Explore your curriculum (in Russian) to see what you will study

Career

Possible places of employment include scientific laboratories, manufacturing facilities, design offices, and think tanks. Specialists that know chemistry and are able to code and create robots are highly sought-after by companies. Such specialists develop systems for personalized health monitoring, ML-assisted big data processing and analysis, and integration of industrial robotics and IT into chemical manufacturing. They design and model production processes, while also being well-versed in supercomputers and novel composite materials.

You will get to work at these companies

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Or at ITMO’s laboratories

OUR GRADUATES

  • I’ve been studying at ITMO for six years, but I hadn’t truly felt the magic of research until I got to my Master’s studies. I was lucky to become one...
    I’ve been studying at ITMO for six years, but I hadn’t truly felt the magic of research until I got to my Master’s studies. I was lucky to become one of the first Master’s students at ITMO’s Infochemistry Scientific Center. Here, I fulfilled my ambition of becoming a young researcher as well a mentor and a supervisor for the new generation of scientists. Over these years, I’ve published several articles in high-ranking journals and won the UMNIK contest – all thanks to Ekaterina Skorb. She was the one who saw potential in me. I met a lot of friends during my Master’s years, and I’m confident we’ll stay in touch even after we receive our diplomas. I think ITMO offers rare opportunities for researchers from different fields, and I plan to stay at my alma mater to pursue my scientific path further.
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    Filipp Lavrentev

    Graduate, class of 2022
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Student successes

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ITMO Researchers Present Automated Mobile Laboratory For Artificial Heart Development
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ITMO Researchers Develop Gold Nanoparticle-Based Sensors for Precise Detection of Natural Antioxidants
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Tiny Orchestra: New AI Model Uses Water Vapor to Make Music

ADMISSION OPPORTUNITIES

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International students can study tuition-free by securing a scholarship through the Rossotrudnichestvo federal agency as part of a Russian Government scholarship. Applications can be submitted to the Rossotrudnichestvo office at a Russian Embassy/Consulate or an office of the Russian Center of Science and Culture.

Visit our international website for more information.

International opportunities

ITMO supports and encourages students to participate in online and offline educational events in Russia and abroad. We also count 70+ leading scientific institutions around the world among our partners.

You can apply for participation in online and offline conferences, seminars, schools, crash courses, competitions, championships, research internships, and other events in Russia and abroad that are organized by ITMO’s partner universities as well as other scientific and educational organizations.

Educational events and internships
Want to take part in a conference, summer school, or seminar abroad? ITMO University will cover up to 70% of your expenses.

Semester exchange / Study abroad
Found an interesting program in another country and want to go on an exchange semester? Tell us why you chose it and receive financial support.

Study Abroad at Home
Get your international learning experience without leaving ITMO: study in English with international students from all over the world!

Buddy System
From your first day at ITMO as an international student you will be supported by a buddy – another student, who will help you settle in, solve any issue, and explore the city! Maybe one day you, too, will want to support a newcomer at ITMO and get to share your experience as their buddy. You can learn more about the opportunity here

FAQ

What sets this program apart?
There are no analogs to this program in Russia. Its only counterparts are several research teams from various different countries that work on integrating robotics into chemistry (one such team exists at the University of Glasgow, another – at MIT). The Harvard-MIT Program in Health Sciences and Technology can be considered similar as well.

What can I do with a degree in robotization of chemical technologies?
Graduates of this program can work as:
- human-machine communication specialists;
- wearable technology developers;
- designers of personalized devices;
- big data analysts;
- robotic process automation specialists in the chemical industry;
- computer-aided design specialists;
- composite materials developers;
- researchers at universities and R&D centers.

What are the requirements to apply for such an interdisciplinary program?
To successfully attend this program, a good grasp of chemistry (general, inorganic, organic, and physical) is a must. Other requirements include: knowing how to conduct physical and chemical experiments, math skills, and an understanding of digital culture. Applicants should be open to learning programming languages and techniques for modeling complex chemical systems.