Danilov Mikhail Viktorovich
The Rector
SAFU is not just a university; it is a hub of knowledge, innovation and opportunities created to address the global challenges of Arctic development and sustainable growth. Our mission is to drive the socio-economic progress of the northern territories while preserving the region’s ecosystem and strengthening its scientific and educational potential.
About the University
Currently, more than 15,000 students study at SAFU, including international students from 35 countries.
5 REASONS TO CHOOSE SAFU:
- 350+ in-demand specializations will help you prepare for the careers of the future (IT, energy, construction, biotechnology);
- Extensive experience in training specialists for major Russian and international companies: Gazprom, Rosneft, Eriell, Yandex, Intel, and others;
- Wide-ranging opportunities for student development: research projects, internships, continuing professional education programs, and unique maritime expeditions to the Arctic;
- A support system for international students: scholarships, adaptation events, tutoring support, and an international office;
- A favorable location and safe environment: this small, welcoming city is conducive to studying and will also amaze you with the beauty of its northern nature.
We look forward to welcoming you as a SAFU student!
We are in numbers
15 000
students
900
international students
14
dormitories
300
programs
university infrastructure
Science and Innovation
Shared-Use Center for Scientific Equipment «Arctic», World-Class Interregional Research and Education Center «Russian Arctic: New Materials, Technologies and Research Methods», Arctic Biomonitoring Laboratory, Institute for the Strategic Development of the Arctic.
Sports infrastructure
The sports infrastructure of SAFU includes a range of modern facilities brought together under SAFU’s Arctic Physical Education and Sports Centre (PSC).
Main sports facilities and opportunities:
- Swimming pool,
- Sports buildings,
- Gyms,
- Activity rooms,
- Sports sections,
- Outdoor sports centre.
Scientific Library
The Intellectual Center — the E.I. Ovsyankin Scientific Library — is an important part of the research infrastructure, providing access to a wide range of Russian and international academic resources and electronic library systems (Lan, Znanium.com, eLibrary, and others).
SAFU Infrastructure
The infrastructure of NArFU comprises an extensive network of modern buildings and facilities, located mainly in the city of Arkhangelsk. It includes educational, research, sports, and social facilities.
Contacts
Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M. V. Lomonosov
Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M. V. Lomonosov
