Moms and dads of today's students remember well how they used to second higher education was considered a great rarity and the lot of units. Even in Moscow it was hard to imagine that, say, a physicist could get second higher legal education. But times are changing.

Today, a second higher education is not only publicly available, but often simply necessary. First of all, for career advancement. After all, it often happens that, for some reason, changing the occupation, a person achieves success in a new field, but stops growing precisely because of the lack of a second higher, specialized education. In addition, the labor market is increasingly in demand for "multi-profile" specialists who are well versed in several industries at the same time. Let's say a manager who has received is much more attractive to the employer than his competitor without a second highest. Similarly, a lawyer who received second higher education in economics, seriously expands its professional capabilities and, of course, "is more expensive."

How to get second higher education in Moscow, and what is required for this? First of all, it should be noted that the term "second higher" is a common expression. The definition of “mastering the main programs of higher education on the basis of existing higher education” is normatively fixed. That is, a prerequisite for obtaining a second higher education is a diploma of higher education in general.

Applicants for a second higher education do not take exams, they are tested. The training period is significantly reduced, depending on learned programs.Second degreecan not get only in absentia, but and remotely. AT In any case, such education is paid. Another thing is that a second higher education can be inexpensive.

As for our university, it is one of the few in Moscow that provides a second higher education in more than 10 areas of training. Traditionally, we strive to get second higher legal education, as well as the second higher education in management, economics, psychology. Growing demand for second higher education in foreign languages, as well as in the hotel business, service, tourism.

Students of the second higher education entering the first year in 2016 receive a bachelor's degree, and those who have it can also complete a master's degree.

For more information on how get a second higher education in the fields of jurisprudence, management, economics, psychology, as well as a foreign language, our experts from.

1. Why do I need to go back to university?

A specialist, Kozma Prutkov used to say, is like a flux - its fullness is one-sided. In fact, now: if you want to make a career, you must constantly study. And the knowledge gained at the institute 10 years ago is already rather outdated. And if you are going to radically change your occupation, you cannot do without a new diploma.

2. In what specialties do you most often get a second crust?

Most often, techies who have become managers-managers go for the second highest. They lack knowledge in economics, finance, management, marketing, law, foreign languages. But the humanities seek to gain knowledge in information technology.

3. Until what age can you get a second degree?

According to the law, there are no age restrictions for entering the university. But still there are institutes where the upper age limit is set, so you should still ask the admissions committee about the features of the chosen university.

4. Is it necessary to pay?

In accordance with Article 5 of the Law "On Education", the state guarantees "free higher professional education on a competitive basis, if a citizen receives education of this level for the first time." This means that obtaining a second higher education, as well as obtaining an MBA degree, is paid. Only graduates of a military university can get a second higher education free of charge.

5. How long does it take to study?

The terms of study mainly depend on the specialty in the first diploma. If the content of the academic disciplines of the first and second specialties is fundamentally different, the term of study can reach up to five years. The decision to reduce this period is made by the educational unit in each specific case individually and depends on which disciplines and to what extent were studied when receiving the first diploma. But usually you can keep within two or three years. There are universities that offer a second degree in less than two years.

6. Is it possible to practice on the job?

As a rule, for those who receive a second higher education, the university offers to study either in the evening or in the part-time form of education. There are also classes on weekends, externally or remotely.

7. Is it possible to study on an individual program?

Yes. Many universities provide students with the opportunity to draw up an individual study program.

8. What is the difference between a second higher education and an MBA degree?

The MBA (Master of Business Administration) diploma is only an add-on to basic education and, in its essence, has nothing to do with higher education. This is a universally recognized and very highly rated diploma in business management. Figuratively speaking, this is a “graduate school for managers”.

MBA programs help to master the basics of management, without going specifically into any particular area. And it is better for specialists to choose a second higher education: it provides more fundamental knowledge.

9. Is it possible to get paid leave at work for the duration of the session if you receive a second degree?

Despite the fact that Art. 173 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation obliges employers to provide employees who are successfully studying in educational institutions for the duration of the session with additional leave while maintaining average earnings; these benefits do not apply to persons who receive a second higher education (Article 177 of the Labor Code). So nothing can be requested.

10. Is there a deferment from the army?

In accordance with Art. 24 of the Law “On Military Duty and Military Service”, a deferment from conscription for military service is granted to persons studying full-time in “state, municipal or state-accredited ... educational institutions ... of higher professional education for the duration of training, but not more than normative terms for mastering the main educational programs”. The right to such a deferral "reserves for citizens in the event of their re-entry into educational institutions of the same level (provided that they study no more than three years in the previous educational institution of the same level)".

As for the programs of the second higher education, they are usually not full-time. In addition, the presence of a diploma of higher education indicates that a person studied at a previous educational institution for more than three years, which means that he is no longer granted a deferment from military service.

Recently, there has been a tendency in the job market to increase the number of applicants with two higher educations.

Indeed, in order to get a prestigious job in a large company, sometimes higher education is not enough, which is obtained after school. A modern employer is looking for a universal specialist with deep knowledge in several areas at once and is ready to pay much more to the holder of two diplomas.

The reason for obtaining a "second tower" may be the desire to move up the career ladder, the desire to expand knowledge in the field of one's profession, or even just a personal interest. The need to “retrain” can appear at any moment: someone enters the second university immediately after graduating from the first, and someone becomes a student after many years. The second diploma gives us the opportunity, already having one university document, to get another new specialty or profession.

Where can you get a second degree?

The decision to get another profession usually comes to people who have already realized that they really need it. Many of them have already worked in their specialty and realized what they lack for further growth.

Today, almost everyone has a chance to sit down on the student bench again, without age restrictions. With the growth of their number, the number of universities offering such a service is also growing. To date, more than 70 higher educational institutions in Russia can provide an opportunity to study in the "second round".

The second higher education in Russia has its own characteristics:

• training is necessarily paid;
• basically there are no entrance exams, in some universities there may be an interview or profile testing;
• the duration of training is much shorter than when receiving the first education. It necessarily depends on the form of study for the first diploma and is approximately 2.5 - 3.5 years.

Forms of obtaining a second diploma

Russian universities offer everyone the opportunity to re-become a specialist with a diploma using one of the following forms of education:

• daytime, in which for students with a diploma, separate groups are created on the course;
• evening, requiring attendance at classes several times a week and in the evenings;
• part-time, in which during the semester students independently perform the tasks given to them earlier, and during the session they listen to lectures on individual subjects and pass mandatory exams and tests;
• remote, when students can contact teachers and receive advice via the Internet;
• periodic, in which students study only certain subjects, pass exams on them and receive confirming certificates. In the presence of a certain number of certificates, a diploma of higher education is issued;
• weekend training, which is organized a couple of times a week for working or busy students;
• external study - when the disciplines required for the student are completely learned independently and exams are taken on them.

Tuition fees

Tuition can be paid either by the student himself or by the organization that sends him. The cost of training depends on:

• the number and scope of disciplines studied;
• the chosen form of education;
• the time of payments that are made every semester or are monthly or lump sum.

Tuition fees may be significantly reduced or eliminated entirely for some students with benefits.

Admission rules

You can apply for a second higher education at many universities at any time, since documents are accepted all year round. For admission to study in the second specialty, it is necessary to present the same documents (originals) as for obtaining the first higher education. Namely:

• a standard application with a request for enrollment addressed to the rector;
• passport, as well as a document confirming the change of surname, if this happened;
• regular photo size 3x4.

In addition, you must submit:

• Diploma of Higher Education;
• Diploma Supplement, which lists previously studied subjects.

However, when applying to specific universities, it is desirable to clarify the list of required documents.

Obtaining a second higher education has become very popular in Russia in recent years. The main reason for this lies not only in the natural desire of a person to expand the boundaries of his knowledge, but also in significant changes in the structure of the economy of our country, the growing need for specialists with a diverse set of professional competencies, as well as the mobility of the labor market.

According to statistics, large companies give preference to those applicants who have not only work experience, but also two higher educations. And the salaries of such specialists are higher than those of their colleagues with one higher education.

Today, the procedure for admission to state higher educational institutions of the Russian Federation provides for the possibility of obtaining parallel second higher education. Parallel education is training in two specialties at the same time in one or different universities, as a result of which the graduate receives two diplomas of higher education. With the simultaneous acquisition of two specialties, the main resource is saved - time, and this is the main advantage of parallel training.

Parallel education provides a large number of opportunities, because at the end of the university you get two diplomas at once. The parallel education program offers students a variety of forms, terms and technologies of education. Such education can be obtained internally or by correspondence. In some higher education institutions there is an installment payment for tuition.

With parallel training, students with experience in various fields, having received a second higher education, can expand their range of opportunities and powers, climb the career ladder, and even when changing their field of activity, have good competitiveness in the labor market.

Students who wish to receive two specialties at the same time are enrolled in the department of the second higher education on a contract basis. In accordance with paragraph 1 of Article 18 of the Federal Law “On Higher and Postgraduate Professional Education”, persons who simultaneously receive a second higher professional education have the status of “listeners”, which, in terms of receiving educational services, is equated to the status of a student of a higher educational institution of the corresponding form of education. Thus, a student who successfully graduates from the university as an attendee will receive a diploma identical to the student's diploma.

Senior students entering a direction related to the first direction of study can enter directly into the second or third year. Due to this, the actual training time is reduced. Parallel education can also be obtained by first-year students, however, it is recommended to wait until at least the third year is accepted before starting to master the second higher education program. So the student does not have to take exams twice in disciplines common to both programs.

Students are admitted to the Faculty of Second Higher Education for parallel education on the basis of attestation tests (written testing of a profile orientation).

Before deciding to receive a parallel education, it is necessary to understand that simultaneous training in two areas of training is a big physical and mental load. But still, many students choose parallel education for the following reasons:

1. Saving time when obtaining two specialties.

2. Financial savings (when receiving a second higher education after the first one, you will have to pay much more).

3. Acquisition of a useful skill to correctly allocate your time.

4. The acquisition of a double baggage of knowledge, moreover, the knowledge gained in one faculty is likely to be useful in another.

5. Obtaining two diplomas at the same time.

Thus, a student receiving a parallel second higher education is in a better position than students of single-profile higher educational institutions.

After weighing all the pros and cons and deciding to receive a parallel education, you must contact the admissions office and, instead of the original education document, provide a certified photocopy of a state-recognized document and an academic certificate from the department or faculty where you are a student. Also, the student needs an application, photos 3*4 cm and a copy of the receipt or payment order.

Obtaining a parallel second higher education is the key to successful employment, mobility in the labor market, and career advancement. Also, simultaneous, rather than sequential, obtaining two specialties will save you time and money.