Application Form FAQ

— What language should I use in the application form?

Application form should be filled out in English, except for the “Full Name in Native Language” line. In it, you should write your name, second name and last name in your native language.

 

— What should I do after I have filled in the application form and attached all the necessary files?

You should click on “Submit Profile to Admission Board” at the top of the page. Then the status of your application will change to “Validation”.

 

— How will I know that my application has been accepted and will be reviewed by the Admission Board?

You will receive a message within the application system and an e-mail to the address you have indicated in your profile. If you have not received such an e-mail, it means that your application either was not submitted to the Admission Board or was not validated by the coordinator. Sometimes our emails are identified as spam. Before this happens, please add the address noreply@strelkainstitute.com into your mail “white list”.

 

— Who’s going to answer my message if I use Messages tab in the application form?

In the Messages section you may see messages from the admission coordinator and technical messages about the status of your application (for instance, telling you that your application has been forwarded to the Admission Board, or that it has not accepted, or that it has been returned for correction). You may use messages to ask questions concerning your application form, if needed.

 

— Can I use abbreviations in the application form?

No, please put down the full names of all the organizations and institutions you mention.

 

— Should I attach my CV?

No, please do not attach any CVs. You have to provide all the CV information in the application form. Please use the Additional Information field if there is no special field for anything you would like to mention.

 

— I cannot attach the second portfolio file. As I try to attach it, the first portfolio file disappears. What should I do?

You may attach one portfolio file only. Use the Other field for extra PDF files.

 

— Can I attach my portfolio as an archive?

No, please attach it as a PDF file.

 

— I cannot log in / upload a file / submit my application. What should I do?

Retry in a few minutes. If the problem resists, please send an e-mail to Kseniya Zamanskaya at zamanskaya@strelkainstitute.com.

 

— I cannot submit profile to the Admission Board. What should I do?

If “Submit Profile to Admission Board” is inactive and you cannot submit your application, it means that it does not comply with all the requirements. To be able to submit the application it is necessary to fill in all the fields marked with an asterisk and then confirm your e-mail address, so that in the end the status of the application changes to “Confirmed”.

 

— What does Status of the application stand for?

The profile status reflects the stage of the admission process for your application. Please check the Status of your application regularly. The list of possible statuses is below:

Not Confirmed — You have not confirmed your e-mail address and therefore you cannot submit your application to the Admission Board even if you have filled in all the necessary fields. As you get registered, the application system sends you a confirmation letter. You have to follow the link in this e-mail. If you have not received such an e-mail, please request another confirmation letter. If during the registration process you put down an incorrect e-mail address, you will have to register once again.

Confirmed — You have confirmed your e-mail address, but you have not submitted your application to the Admission Board. You can do it after you have filled in all the necessary fields. 

 Validation — The coordinator is checking whether your application form is filled in correctly and all the necessary documents are attached.

Correction — Your application form is not filled in correctly, or some necessary documents are not attached. You have received a message from coordinator telling you what you have to do in order to fill in the form correctly. After you have corrected the application form you have to click on “Submit Profile to Admission Board” again.

Rating — Your application is being reviewed by the Admission Board.

Pending — The score your application received is too low for being invited for an interview, but the application has not been declined. You may receive an interview invitation later.

Invitation — You have passed the first stage of the admission process and are invited for an interview.

Interview — The date and time of your interview has been assigned.

Missed — You have missed your interview.

Deleted — Your profile is deleted. 

 Interview Passed — You have passed the interview, but the decision concerning your admission has not been taken yet.

Declined — The application has been declined. You could try again next year.

Short list — You have made a good impression at the interview, but the decision concerning your admission has not been taken yet. 

 Accepted — You have been accepted as a student of Strelka Institute. Congratulations!

 

Admission FAQ

— What is the tuition fee for Strelka Institute’s programme? Does the institute provide accommodation or stipends?

There are no tuition fees. Education at Strelka Institute is free; all the students receive monthly stipends that amount to 1100 Euro. Accommodation is not provided.

 

— What kind of degree will I receive?

Strelka Institute does not award state-recognized degrees. Participants receive certificates that confirm their completion of the institute’s programme.

 

— When will next year’s research themes and tutors be announced?

The names of the tutors and the research themes for the 2012-2013 academic year will be announced in May 2012.

 

— I’m neither an architect nor a designer. Can I study at Strelka?

You do not have to be an architect or a designer to study at Strelka Institute. We accept applicants with backgrounds in journalism, sociology, economics, cultural studies, and other fields of expertise.

 

— My English isn’t so good. Can I study at Strelka?

Unfortunately, you cannot. During the research process, students work in close collaboration with tutors and instructors, many of whom are foreigners. That’s why fluency in English is necessary.

 

— English is my native language. Does that mean I do not have to present English proficiency certificate?

Yes, if English is one of the official languages of your country of citizenship you do not need to present any certificate.

 

— I studied in a university where all the courses were taught in English . Does that mean I do not have to present English proficiency certificate?

Yes, if you studied there for 4 years and received a degree, you do not need to present any certificate.

 

— Can I work while studying at Strelka?

The programme is very intensive, so it is not possible to work while studying at Strelka.

 

— When and how can I apply?

Applications can be submitted from March 1 until August 10, 2012. To apply, you need to fill in an electronic application form on Strelka Institute’s website and upload a number of documents. The list of the necessary documents and other information concerning the application process can be found in the BECOME A STUDENT tab on the website. Materials submitted by mail or email will not be considered.