Study Biology & Life Sciences in Russia 🇷🇺

Russia offers 59 Biology & Life Sciences programs across 29 universities. Tuition ranges from $3k–$260k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

59 Programs

29 Universities

$3k–$260k/yr Tuition

100% STEM

2% Scholarships

Why Russia for Biology & Life Sciences?

Living Cost

$6,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Russia →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (25) PhD (20) Master (14)

Top Universities for Biology & Life Sciences in Russia

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Moscow · National rank #1 · QS #105

PhD in Biology · PhD Genetics · Master Biology · PhD

Saint Petersburg State University

Saint Petersburg · National rank #2 · QS #375

Molecular Biology and Biotechnology · Master Biology · Bachelor PhD in Biology · PhD PhD in Biological Sciences · PhD Biotechnology · Master

Tomsk State University

Tomsk · National rank #4 · QS #499

Biology · Bachelor

Novosibirsk State University

Novosibirsk · National rank #5 · QS #461

Biology · Bachelor Molecular Biology · PhD

Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University)

Moscow · National rank #9 · QS #367

Ecology and Nature Management · Bachelor

Siberian Federal University

Krasnoyarsk · National rank #12 · QS #1001

Ecology · PhD

Mordovian State University

Saransk · National rank #17

Biology · Bachelor Ecology and Nature Management · Bachelor

Ogarev Mordovia State University

Saransk · National rank #17

Biology · Bachelor

Belgorod State University

Belgorod · National rank #21 · QS #1401

Biological Sciences · PhD Biology · Bachelor

Saratov State University

Saratov · National rank #23 · QS #1001

Biotechnology · Master Genetics · PhD

Far Eastern Federal University

Vladivostok · National rank #24 · QS #731

Marine Biology · Master Biology · Bachelor

Voronezh State University

Voronezh · National rank #24 · QS #1401

Biochemistry · PhD Biology · Bachelor

Lobachevsky University

Nizhny Novgorod · National rank #26 · QS #1001

Biology · Bachelor Molecular Biology · PhD Neurobiology · Master

Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University

Kaliningrad · National rank #28 · QS #951

Biology · PhD

Perm State University

Perm · National rank #35 · QS #1401

Biology · Bachelor Biological Sciences · PhD

Irkutsk State University

Irkutsk · National rank #39 · QS #1401

Biology · Bachelor

Kuban State University

Krasnodar · National rank #48

General Biology · PhD Biology · Bachelor

Tyumen State University

Tyumen · National rank #49 · QS #1201

Biology · Bachelor Ecology and Nature Management · Bachelor Ecology · PhD Biodiversity and Bioresources · Master

Volgograd State University

Volgograd · National rank #57

Biology · Bachelor

Bashkir State University

Ufa · National rank #60

Biology · Bachelor Biodiversity and Bioresources · Master Ecology · PhD

All Programs

Biological Sciences

Kalmyk State University

Biological Sciences

Belgorod State University

Marine Biology

Far Eastern Federal University

Biology

Perm State University

Biological Sciences

Perm State University

Biology

Kalmyk State University

General Biology

Kalmyk State University

Biology

Belgorod State University

PhD in Biology

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Biology

Tyumen State University

Biology

Tver State University

Biology

Novosibirsk State University

Ecology and Nature Management

Tyumen State University

Ecology

Tyumen State University

General Biology

Kuban State University

Biology

Kuban State University

Biology

Far Eastern Federal University

Biology (Molecular Biology)

Ulyanovsk State University

Biology

Lobachevsky University

Molecular Biology

Lobachevsky University

Neurobiology

Lobachevsky University

Biology

Bashkir State University

Biodiversity and Bioresources

Bashkir State University

Ecology

Yaroslavl State University

Biology

Yaroslavl State University

Genetics

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Ecology

Bashkir State University

Ecology and Nature Management

Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University)

Bachelor STEM Aid

Biology

Tomsk State University

Biology

Mordovian State University

Ecology and Nature Management

Mordovian State University

Ecology

Siberian Federal University

Biochemistry

Voronezh State University

Biology

Voronezh State University

Biology

Mari State University

Biology (Research and Teaching)

Mari State University

PhD in Biology

Mari State University

Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

Saint Petersburg State University

Biology

Saint Petersburg State University

PhD in Biology

Saint Petersburg State University

PhD in Biological Sciences

Saint Petersburg State University

Biological Sciences

Astrakhan State University

Biology

Astrakhan State University

Biology

Orel State University

Biology

Irkutsk State University

Biology

Kemerovo State University

Biological Sciences

Kemerovo State University

Ecology and Environmental Management

Kemerovo State University

Biotechnology

Saratov State University

Genetics

Saratov State University

Biology

Ogarev Mordovia State University

Biology

Volgograd State University

Biology

Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University

Biology

Ryazan State University

Biology

Lomonosov Moscow State University

Biotechnology

Saint Petersburg State University

Biology

Ulyanovsk State University

Molecular Biology

Novosibirsk State University

Biodiversity and Bioresources

Tyumen State University

Explore Other Fields in Russia

Computer Science Business & Management Engineering Medicine & Health Law Arts & Design Education Social Sciences Natural Sciences Architecture

Also Study Biology & Life Sciences in

🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇦 Canada 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇯🇵 Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Biology & Life Sciences in Russia?

Tuition for Biology & Life Sciences programs in Russia ranges from $3k–$260k/yr. 2% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $6k.

What are the English language requirements for Biology & Life Sciences in Russia?

English-taught Biology & Life Sciences programs in Russia typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Biology & Life Sciences programs are in Russia?

Abroadly lists 59 Biology & Life Sciences programs at 29 universities across Russia. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Are Biology & Life Sciences programs in Russia STEM-designated?

100% of Biology & Life Sciences programs in Russia carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.

Is Russia a good country for Biology & Life Sciences students?

Russia is a strong choice for Biology & Life Sciences with 29 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Russian, though many programs are taught in English.

What degree levels are available for Biology & Life Sciences in Russia?

In Russia, Biology & Life Sciences programs are offered at: PhD (20 programs), Master (14 programs), Bachelor (25 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.