1.1.8 Mechanics of Deformable Solids
Format of study
full-time
Language
russian
Place of study
st. petersburg, russia
Outcome (diploma/credits)
master of science
Duration
2 year
Application deadline
4 september 2025
Enlarged group of scientific specialties
1.1 Mathematics and Mechanics
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Tuition-free
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Fee-based
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PHD STUDENTS
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Work on real-world projects by industrial partners and state bodies15
Academic Degree Councils in 33 fields and ITMO academic stipends
In-house research grants120 km²
Total area of educational and laboratory facilities
Employment opportunities at the university’s laboratoriesAbout the specialty
The specialty is implemented on the basis of the Institute of Advanced Data Transmission Systems at ITMO University.In the specialty you will study:- Fundamentals of the mechanics of deformable bodies, including methods of analysis and modeling, as well as modern approaches to solving complex engineering problems.
- Application of numerical methods and computer modeling to study the behavior of materials under the influence of various loads.Integration of mechanics with advanced data transmission systems, which opens up new horizons for the development of materials and technologies with unique properties.
PROGRAM PARTNERS
Key scientific leaders
ADMISSION OPPORTUNITIES
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Exams in the field of study and foreign language
Entrance exams are held remotely and are based on five-point (specialization) and three-point (foreign language) scales.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
Research plan for PhD thesis
During your entrance exam, you will be asked about the topic of your future PhD thesis. You’ll need to have a prepared research plan that covers its goals and objectives, methodology, and key data sources and literature.
Letter of recommendation from ITMO employee (supervisor)
Select your research supervisor from the list of academic supervisors in your personal account, contact them through a coordinator or via email, and receive a letter of recommendation based on your scientific portfolio.
Personal achievements
Upload documents confirming your personal achievements to your personal account. These may be letters of recommendation, scientific publications, grants, patents, software certifications, contest diplomas, etc.
Exams in the field of study and foreign language
Entrance exams are held remotely and are based on five-point (specialization) and three-point (foreign language) scales.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
For exact dates and questions, please refer to the Entrance Exams page of the official website (link in Russian).
To take an exam, you need to submit your documents via your personal account on the admissions website.
Research plan for PhD thesis
During your entrance exam, you will be asked about the topic of your future PhD thesis. You’ll need to have a prepared research plan that covers its goals and objectives, methodology, and key data sources and literature.
Letter of recommendation from ITMO employee (supervisor)
Select your research supervisor from the list of academic supervisors in your personal account, contact them through a coordinator or via email, and receive a letter of recommendation based on your scientific portfolio.
Personal achievements
Upload documents confirming your personal achievements to your personal account. These may be letters of recommendation, scientific publications, grants, patents, software certifications, contest diplomas, etc.