Moscow State Aviation Technology University
Moscow State Aviation Technology University (Moscow Institute of Civil Aviation) is a state institution of higher education in Moscow. Moscow State Aviation Technology University founded in 1971 as a leading higher educational institution of Russia in the field of Civil Aviation. Basic training in the field of aviation and space technology the Moscow State Aviation Technology University consider to be the best university among all Russian universities. Moscow State Aviation Technology University was formed in 1971 by the order of Council of Ministers USSR. In July 1971 the first batch of 2503(220 fulltime,2303 correspondence) students were enrolled. In June 1972 Moscow State Aviation Technology University created an independent Correspondence School with correspondence and mechanical departments. In August 1972 faculty of electronic computers and automated control systems were introduced. In 1974 the Institute began training of engineers and economists in the specialty of Organization and Production Planning which was year later organized as a Faculty of Automation and Computer Engineering. In June 1981 Moscow State Aviation Technology University celebrated its tenth anniversary. By this time the Institute had 4 faculties and 27 departments. As the time passed the Moscow State Aviation Technology University opened more faculties and expended the field of specialization. In 1996 Moscow State Aviation Technology University already had 3 doctoral (6 specialties) and one council candidates (3 specialties). Today Moscow State Aviation Technology University is a leading institution of higher education for Russian aviation training for civil aviation. The structure of Moscow State Aviation Technology University 28 departments with 608 professors, 9 industrial research laboratories and Center of advanced training for Air Transport of the Russian Federation. The Moscow State Aviation Technology University has two branches in Irkutsk and Rostov-on-Don, as well as 5 Aviation Technical College in Yegorievsk, Irkutsk, Kirsanov, Ryl’sk and Troitsk. Till now over 47000 students has been trained in Moscow State Aviation Technology University.
Faculties of Moscow State Aviation Technology University:
- Mechanical
- Aviation systems and complexes
- Applied Mathematics and Computer Science
- Management in air transport
- Correspondence
Student Accommodation
The dormitory has a perfect location: grocery stores, cafés, and restaurants with Russian and international cuisine are within walking distance. All city attractions, museums, theaters, historic places are either within walking distance or easy transportation from the dormitory.
The dormitory also is conveniently located in terms of going to and from the airport, either by taxi or via metro.
The dormitory is a corridor-type residential building with shared facilities. One rooms usually accommodates three or four roommates. Entrances to the building are equipped with video surveillance and security posts.
Dormitory facilities:
- Self-service laundry (in the basement)
- Shared kitchens (on each floor)
- Shared bathrooms.
Room facilities:
- Beds with linens
- Writing desks
- Wardrobes/closets
- Internet connection
- Cable TV.
Moscow City
Moscow is the capital of Russia, the largest city in the country and Europe, and one of the largest cities in the world. Moscow refers to global cities having a great influence on the world because of its high economic level and population. It is the main transport hub of Russia, its political, economic, cultural, and scientific center.
Moscow features
Moscow is located in the center of the European part of Russia, between the rivers Oka and Volga. The climate is moderate continental: heavy frosts and extreme heat are rare. The average temperature in January – minus 7.2 degrees Celsius, in July – plus 20.4 degrees Celsius.
The city has the status of a separate federal subject of the Russian Federation. It is the smallest federal subject by land area.
The name of the city as well as the names of many other cities around the world, is bound with the name of the river it is standing on (the Moskva River). The river was called this way long before the settlement appeared. It is unknown who named it and what this name means. There are two main versions: Finnio-Ugric and Slavic.
According to the first one, the word “Moskva” is derived from the Finno-Ugric language group which means “river-bear”. The Slavic theory points to the stem “mosk” denoting “marshy” or “moisture, liquid, marshland, dampness”.
The city is surrounded by 6 airports, 9 railway stations, and 3 river ports. Moscow has developed a fabulous metro (subway) system. The first stations were built in 1935.
Moscow is the largest Russian financial center. About half of Russian banks are located in Moscow. Most of the largest companies are registered and have head offices in Moscow, although their manufactures might be located thousands of km from the city.
The city is the most important center of retail sales in Russia. Moscow represents about 30% of all commodities sold in Russia.
Moscow is also a large scientific center. There are a lot of scientific research institutes carrying out research in many branches, such as nuclear power, microelectronics, space exploration and other promising directions.
