As a student of the Energy Systems program, I was able to get unique knowledge in different fields of the energy industry, to learn advanced solutions in power converter equipment and renewable energy sources, to familiarize myself with modern tools of efficient management and planning of energy systems. But one of the key achievements was the significant improvement of my English relating to the energy sector, which now significantly facilitates my collaboration with foreign colleagues. Skoltech provides the opportunity for students to develop their most challenging ideas, provided that the latter are truly relevant in the world scientific community.
Maxim Parshin
BSc, Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University → MSc, Skoltech
Skoltech time was the most effective and productive for me, because the program is aimed at practical skills as well as theoretical ones. Moreover, all the people are highly motivated and active there so you have no chance to get bored. I think that the most significant example for me was that I stayed at the university till 2 am being eager to perfectly complete all the homework assignments because they were so interesting. Skoltech took me back to the scientific area I liked and I was ready to discuss energy systems topics all the time :) I got so much knowledge at Skoltech I still use. I totally recommend this university. It combines the perfect way of studying with a lot of talented people.
Maria Goldstein
BSc, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology → MSc, Skoltech → Be Close (startup)
Studying Energy Systems in Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology puts you at a distinct advantage. You're exposed to new and cutting-edge research methodologies while being taught by seasoned and respected professors and research scientists who are at the top of their discipline. At the end of your MS program you will have a big challenge of choice. It will not be about "what to do next" but which of the various open paths you should pursue.
Oluwaseun Enoch Oladimeji
BSc, University of Ibadan → MSc, Skoltech → PhD, Skoltech
Skoltech and Energy Systems program have become a great school of life for me because I was challenged in many ways. I have learned not to rely on the first impression, since from the very beginning it was breaking stereotypes about higher education. Skoltech gives you skills that are very useful, and, yet, hard to obtain. For instance, the course of Prof. Ouerdane within Energy Systems program has not only given us valuable insights of how to conduct research but also showed us an example of professor that truly cares for students and supports them if they need help. Skoltech experience and Energy Systems program in particular allowed me not only to become competitive on the job market but also to develop standards of work culture and team work.
Nina Kharlamova
BSc, Ural Federal University → MSc, Skoltech → PhD, Technical University of Denmark