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What is design?

And so, if we take as the main criterion of “correct design” not the number of fonts, colors and ornate trinkets per square centimeter, but the quality of transmission of the message embedded in the design object, then we will see that the main thing we will need to learn at the faculty is design is talking to people.

Masters of conversation

Based on the understanding of design that I mentioned above, we, together with the teachers of the Faculty of Design of the Department of Distance Learning at MIP and MPEI, compiled a program, thought about what and how we would teach you. We studied the programs of the world's best universities that teach design, and learned a lot from them, but did not forget about the main criterion: practice.

You can immediately apply the acquired knowledge in real life. And, if you continue to exploit the comparison of design with conversation and communication begun above, then you will immediately notice how your vocabulary will expand, and how easier it will become for you to communicate: with each other, with your colleagues, with clients, and most importantly, with those who Your work will be addressed to people.

There are different ways to talk

You can use typography, color and composition, classic printed or modern “digital design,” video design or vector cartoons—the arsenal of modern designers is growing every day.

But, no matter what tools we choose, and no matter what our design object is: a printed layout, a website, a font, a video clip or a logo, the main thing we must remember when getting to work is that we must appeal to people the way we would like them to contact us.

What is a second higher education?

Second higher education has recently become so popular that almost every Russian university has a special department of second higher education, and the list of offered areas has expanded significantly. If previously universities could only offer “second higher education in law” or “second higher education in economics,” now you can find “second higher education” programs for every taste.

Despite the diverse interests of those entering the second higher education, the leading positions in the ranking of the most popular ones have been occupied by the same areas for several years.

Undoubtedly, legal specialties come first. Legal education as a second higher education is most often chosen by those who started running their own business and felt a significant lack of knowledge in solving legal issues. Many come for a second legal education in order to retrain and start a career as a lawyer or advocate. Now this is in fashion and can significantly improve your financial situation.

Economics education is in second place in popularity. In the ranking of the most popular areas of the “second tower” it occupies four positions at once. Of the numerous economic specialties, students of the faculty of second higher education most often choose accounting, analysis and audit, management, personnel Management And marketing. To obtain a second higher education in economics, those who are going to find a job in a bank, insurance company, auditing firm, government agencies or at a manufacturing enterprise, where economic education is one of the main criteria when selecting employees, enter the university.

Information technology occupies the next position in the ranking. Fashion and, most importantly, the demand for specialists in this field is growing every day. Now, in the era of rapid development of computer technology, not a single enterprise can do without a programmer, electronics engineer, web programmer, IT manager or database administrator. Therefore, all those who once graduated from a university with a specialty related to computer science and programming can now update their knowledge by receiving a second higher education, and it is very profitable to get a job in the leading companies of the country.

Slightly lower in the ranking are the humanities. Their students often choose them as a second higher education in order to expand their own knowledge in the field of psychology, philology and theology and feel more confident professionally.

Quite often, service sector specialties are in demand among students of the faculty of second higher education. Basically, tourism is chosen as the second higher education. This is primarily due to the active development of the tourism industry in recent years.

Tenth place is occupied by education and pedagogy. As practice shows, young mothers or those who are going to devote their lives to raising children come for a second pedagogical education.

1. Why do you need to study at university again?

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

2. In what specialties do you most often receive a second diploma?

Most often, technicians who have become managers are sent for the second highest. They lack knowledge in economics, finance, management, marketing, law, and foreign languages. But humanities students strive to gain knowledge in information technology.

3. Until what age can you get a second higher education?

According to the law, there are no age restrictions for entering the university. But there are still institutes where they set an upper age limit, so you should still check with 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 “on a competitive basis, free higher professional education if a citizen receives education at 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 receive a second higher education for free.

5. How long does it take to study?

The duration of training mainly depends on the specialty of the first diploma. If the content of the academic disciplines of the first and second specialties is radically different, the period of study can reach up to five years. The decision to reduce this period is made by the academic department in each specific case individually and depends on what disciplines and to what extent were studied when receiving the first diploma. But usually you can do it within two to three years. There are universities that offer a second degree in less than two years.

6. Is it possible to study without interrupting work?

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

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

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

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

An MBA (Master of Business Administration) diploma is only a superstructure over basic education and, in its essence, has no relation to higher education. This is a globally recognized and highly regarded diploma in business management. Figuratively speaking, this is “graduate school for managers.”

MBA programs help you master the basics of management without delving 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 from work during 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 successfully study in educational institutions with additional leave during the session while maintaining average earnings; these benefits do not apply to persons who receive a second higher education (Article 177 of the Labor Code). So you can't demand anything.

10. Is deferment from the army provided?

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... higher professional education for the duration of their studies, but not more than standard deadlines for mastering basic educational programs.” The right to such a deferment “is reserved for citizens in the event of their re-entry into educational institutions of the same level (provided that they studied for no more than three years in a previous educational institution of the same level).”

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

It is believed that a second higher education in our country can only be obtained for money. But some savvy students manage to get several real, not fake, diplomas - and completely free of charge.

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Master of Other Sciences

You can get a state diploma of higher education for free, already having one in your pocket, in several legal ways (many, sadly, take the illegal route, but more on that later).

The most obvious way is a master's degree. Students who have received a specialist or bachelor's degree can go to any other university for a master's degree. On the websites of absolutely all universities and institutes that have a master’s department, it is emphasized that a master’s degree is an opportunity to obtain a second higher education for free. “Applicants who have received higher education and have a bachelor’s or specialist’s degree can apply for places financed from the federal budget,” says, for example, on the website of the Russian Economic University. G. V. Plekhanov. At the same time, it is clarified that when entering a master’s program, you can choose any direction of training, regardless of the profile of your first higher education. “The opportunity to change the direction of study and master a new specialty is one of the key advantages of the “4+2” system (bachelor’s degree + master’s degree),” the Higher School of Economics emphasizes.

This path is good from all points of view, including the fact that enrolling in a master's program at some universities can be easier than enrolling in the same university as a first-year student.

“I dreamed of entering the Higher School of Economics since school,” says 24-year-old Ruslan Pekhov. “But I knew for sure that I couldn’t get into the free department, the requirements were too high and the competition was big. And then I went to MIIT, received a bachelor’s degree there "And with him I have already entered the master's program at the Higher School of Economics. Entrance exams are much simpler, and the competition is minimal."

Despite the fact that you only need to study for a master's degree for two years, students who decide to radically change direction during their studies actually receive two full-fledged professions. “I studied for four years at the Institute of Asian and African Studies at Moscow State University,” says 25-year-old Nastya Mironova. “I learned Japanese well, received a bachelor’s degree. However, then I realized that knowing the language is not yet a profession, it will be difficult to find a job. So I decided "that I will receive a master's degree at the Faculty of Journalism of Moscow State University. I passed the documents, passed the competition, received a budget place and two years later - a second diploma of higher education. Now I work as a special correspondent in Japan and am quite pleased with the start of my career."

But what should those who have already become a master do, but still want to study?

At someone else's expense

Then there is only one legal way left - grants. Compared to the West, in Russia the topic of grants does not seem very relevant, however, if you have the desire and ability, education with their help can be obtained not only in Russia, but also abroad. There are actually quite a lot of public organizations that provide such grants; you just have to set out to find them. There is, for example, the Ford Foundation, which annually announces a competition for a grant for master’s or postgraduate studies at any university in the world, including Russian ones. There is the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), thanks to which grants for a second higher education can be obtained in more than 2 thousand specialties, and the training will not necessarily take place in German.

This year, the British Council in Russia revived the well-known Chevening scholarship program, which provides young professionals not only with free education at any chosen UK university for 12 months, but also with residence in this country. In addition to the opportunity to take a training course, the program provides sponsorship for specialists to work on short-term research projects. Applicants are required to have a high level of English language proficiency, a higher education diploma with excellent and good grades, and at least two years of work experience in the chosen specialty. Particular emphasis is placed on the intention of the scholarship applicant to continue working in Russia.

The foreign ministries of all countries with which Russia has established diplomatic relations are trying to allocate similar grants. Therefore, in essence, you should choose a country, go to the website of its embassy and carefully study the section describing cooperation in the field of education. Thus, the website of the French Embassy published a list of programs for which grants are issued, and it seems that they reflect the entire spectrum of human activity. There is the Copernicus program, which is designed for young economists, lawyers and engineers, scholarships intended for Russian students wishing to continue their studies in the second cycle (master), grants for university graduates who would like to enter the public service, and much more other.

Most of these grants assume that upon completion of training, specialists will be issued diplomas that are equivalent to official documents confirming higher education.

Without a diploma, but with knowledge of the matter

It has long been clear to everyone that having a diploma does not always indicate knowledge. Therefore, it often occurs to those who want to improve their level of education that it is much more logical to choose some advanced training courses or acquire new skills not related to your profession. The number of paid offers in this area generally breaks all records, but it’s worth working hard to find free options.

The Strelka Institute of Media, Architecture and Design, founded in 2009, looks unique here. The institute's goal is to "educate a new generation of architects, designers and media specialists who will shape the shape of the world in the 21st century."

The creators of the project call the institute a postgraduate program, which is intended for graduates of higher educational institutions - young professionals. “The program provides an opportunity to work with the authors of brilliant projects in the field of urbanism, architecture and communications from around the world - an experience that is invaluable for any young specialist,” says Alexander Ostrogorsky, director of communications at the Strelka Institute.

“It is still impossible to perceive studying at our institute as an ordinary second higher education. The educational program is designed for a year, during which students work on projects, the ideas of which are related to some global and Russian issues, for example, the future of energy or the preservation of historical heritage. After students receive certificates, but we do not issue state diplomas either according to the Russian or Western systems,” Ostrogorsky noted.

At the same time, getting into Strelka is no easier than getting into any Western university. Upon admission, students must submit a portfolio, explain why this education is important to them, and undergo a serious competitive selection: 12 candidates applied for a place last year. Upon admission, all students are provided with a scholarship and, if necessary, accommodation.

The training is absolutely free. “Yes, we have summer schools for everyone, where some workshops are paid. But for our students, the entire course of study is absolutely free,” Ostrogorsky clarifies.

According to him, not only those children who have already received an architectural or design education can enter the institute. “Our main task is to find ways to solve problems that are important for Russia and the whole world. Therefore, if not an architect, but, for example, a physicist comes to us and says that he dreams of applying innovative approaches in the field of energy in Russia, we will only be happy,” - Ostrogorsky emphasized.

However, in his opinion, for those who want to combine study with work, this is not the best option. “The training schedule is very tight. During the year, students will have to master an extensive program, which consists of lectures, events and educational trips. Therefore, we are against combining training with serious work, and this is unlikely to happen,” says Ostrogorsky.

If the task is to combine education with a work schedule, you can try to force your employer to pay for your education. Some companies provide on-the-job training to their employees. This is called a corporate university. For example, Beeline, Severstal, Ingosstrakh, Rostelecom, Wimm-Bill-Dann, McDonald's, Coca-Cola and many others have these. These institutions are good because students are given practical knowledge in a narrow specialty without interrupting their work. As a rule, teachers are invited from leading business schools and large companies, and the learning process is based on completing business tasks.

hope for the best

It is possible that in the future it will be easier to study for free at a university a second time. In any case, discussions on this topic are ongoing among legislators. In 2008, a bill was introduced to the State Duma in which deputies proposed to allow free second higher education in some specialties in the field of culture and art. In particular, it was intended to give the opportunity to study for free once again for those people who wanted to choose as a second profession such areas as theater directing, film and television directing, composition, conducting and some others. However, the number did not go through.

“Then the Ministry of Finance simply felt sorry for the money,” believes one of the authors of the bill, deputy from the A Just Russia party Elena Drapeko. “Of course, they explained this to us with a more noble reason: if we were to allow free second higher education, then it would be for everyone.” However, she is confident that all is not lost and intends to reintroduce the bill in the near future. “Many years of experience objectively show that in some professions, for example in the profession of a director or conductor, success was achieved only by those who entered these professions at the age of 23-25. A conductor is a second education by definition, since a person must at least get a musical education and become, for example, an excellent violinist,” the deputy noted.

She tells a revealing story about a young man who, while studying at the theater department, discovered a rare talent as an animated film director. “Tell me, how many directors of animated films do we have? Yes, almost none! But the guy is really talented. And everyone recognizes it. The teachers are happy to train him again for free in a new specialty, but this is not required by law. So we have to collect money from sponsors,” says Drapeko. “We are trying to find money for talented guys. But such grants are few, and not everyone who wants and deserves it manages to get them.”

“And besides, there is no system in this,” the deputy continues. “This is some kind of manual control. We must finally admit that there are specialties that only adults need to learn.”

Bypassing the law

In the meantime, the bill is waiting in the wings, cunning students are solving the problem of the second higher education in their own way. According to the federal law “On Higher and Postgraduate Professional Education,” every citizen of Russia has the right to receive free vocational education on a competitive basis and only if he receives education at this level for the first time. However, the law does not provide for liability for obtaining a second higher education free of charge. There is also no provision for checking data on whether an applicant has completed professional education. And some people take advantage of this. An applicant, as you know, is required to provide the admissions committee with an identification document, citizenship, a state-issued education document and photographs. That is, in theory, you need to present a diploma of higher professional education, if you have one. Moreover, each applicant signs that he is receiving higher professional education for the first time.

“The legislation does not provide for liability for providing false information or failure to provide certain documents when entering a university,” says Maria Smirnova, a specialist at the Federal Center for Educational Legislation. “And judicial practice on the application to such cases of Part 3 of Article 327 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation on the provision of knowingly forged documents have not yet been formed." In theory, liability in the form of expulsion from a university can be enshrined in the university’s charter, but this also practically never happens.

Obtaining a second higher education, in most cases, is carried out on a commercial basis. Free programs second higher education under a shortened program, for example, in Moscow, practically none. According to the law, if you received your first higher education for a fee, then you can, in principle, get a second one for free. What does this mean in practice? You will need to go where there are budget places. That is, you will have to enroll on a general basis in those universities where yesterday’s schoolchildren rushed. And you will study as long as they study - 4, 5 or even 6 years (according to bachelor's, specialist and master's programs), choosing a full-time or evening course. However, not everyone will decide to stretch out their studies for such a period. The shortened program is more suitable for those who work. The tuition is paid either by the student himself or by the organization that sent him here.

Second higher education in questions and answers

Most often there is a desire to obtain economic or legal specialties. Indeed, the demand for qualified lawyers or economists has remained consistently high for many years. Let us only note that not all university diplomas are rated equally highly. For example, law faculties are now available not only in specialized educational institutions, but also in universities, departmental universities and even in most non-core educational institutions. However, finding a well-paid job for a graduate of the law faculty of a technical university is very difficult... It’s a different matter if you received a diploma from Moscow State Law Academy or Moscow State University.

Which second higher education should an economist choose?

Many people have a first higher education in economics, but, as life shows, it is not enough for decent earnings and career advancement. When the question arises of which second higher education to choose for an economist, not everyone can find the answer.

What is better to choose - a second higher education or special courses

Recruitment and recruitment consultant Elena Rodionova said that about one third of the population work outside their specialty. Mostly, employees whose main activity differs from the specialty indicated in the diploma apply for additional training. And the point is not that the person initially chose the wrong specialty. During the crisis, many people abruptly changed the direction of their activities, since the field in which they worked did not provide the opportunity to earn money on which they could live with dignity. It’s unfortunate, but a person who defended his dissertation in the defense industry became an architect because they paid a salary there. And, having one higher education, I received a second one only in order to have the opportunity to work in a new field. Some people need additional education in order to advance their careers. And only a few people under the age of 40 want to improve their qualifications - these are those who graduated from a university back in Soviet times.

When choosing a second higher education, decide which form of education is right for you: full-time, part-time, evening or distance learning. Full-time education is not suitable for those who plan to combine work and study. Residents of small towns will find it convenient to study remotely: they do not need to spend money on travel and accommodation in another city.

10 naive questions about how to get a second degree

An MBA (Master of Business Administration) diploma is only a superstructure over basic education and, in its essence, has no relation to higher education. This is a globally recognized and highly regarded diploma in business management. Figuratively speaking, this is “graduate school for managers.”

Which second higher education is better?

In Russia, training leading to an MBA degree usually takes the form of evening classes and takes two years. Although there are also correspondence forms, for example Executive MBA. It costs from up to 10 thousand, the average price in Russia is about thousand. Most domestic MBA programs are in Russian, and only a part of the courses are in English.

Which second higher education is better?

If you have already chosen a direction for your second higher education, choose a convenient form of study. For those who are attracted specifically by the educational process, there is a full-time course of study. For those who work in a busy schedule, universities may offer to attend classes without compromising work: in the evenings or on weekends. Don’t forget that universities can now also develop an individual program specifically for you or offer distance learning. Make the learning process more accessible and convenient!

Instructions: how to get a second higher education

Some universities have created special divisions that primarily implement second higher education programs, for example, the Institute of Shorter Programs at the Financial University, the department of part-time and part-time studies at the Russian Chemical Technology University named after. Mendeleev, Institute of Modern Educational Technologies at MSTU. Bauman.

How to choose a second higher education

If you still decide to study further, then you need to choose an educational institution. Ideally, choose a state university that has a high rating and a good reputation in training specialists in the required profile. You immediately need to evaluate important criteria when choosing a university - duration of study, its cost, distance from home and work, class schedule, etc.

9 reasons to get a second higher education

Suicide or genius: is a second higher education necessary?

1. Not satisfied with their first specialty received. So, if a student initially approached the choice of profession lightly or only later, during his studies, realized that he was mistaken, he decides to get a second higher education and wonders what documents are needed for this and which one is better for him to get so that he is satisfied with the profession.
2. Oddly enough - boredom! Many are not happy with the dullness of everyday life, the monotony of their own lives. And a slight shake-up, some kind of movement in life - that’s why they need a second higher education. Students want to feel like students again.
3. A more thorough study of the chosen area. Admission to a second higher education is necessary if you want to achieve more in the field in which you received your diploma. You can find a sample title page for a presentation in the above article.

9 reasons for a second higher education

Some people go for a second higher education or a Ph.D. because it is fashionable. They think that having a lot of regalia on a business card will automatically raise their authority and make others listen to them. One of my classmates defended his degree and even worked for some time in a low-paid but high-profile position at a university solely in order to have every right to write all his regalia on a business card. Indeed, some people are influenced by such an impressive list of professional advantages.

Second higher education: does it make sense?

In terms of the organization of the educational process, obtaining a second higher education is no different from receiving the first. The only difference is in the terms of study: they are almost two times lower than with the first one, since many disciplines are counted from the first higher education. It is easier to enter a university to obtain a second diploma; often one interview is enough.

Second degree

True, it often happens that even if you regularly change jobs, something is still missing. You cannot break out of the monotonous circle of the same operations, and working in a new place becomes boring at the very beginning. There is only one way out: change your profession. And this can only be done in one way - to get second degree. Let's look at what reasons most often influence why obtaining a second education is becoming so popular today.