About the Country
Russia – Country Overview
General Information
- Official Name: Russian Federation
- Capital: Moscow
- Currency: Russian Ruble (RUB)
- Population: Around 145 million
- Language: Russian (official); English is used in academic settings
- Time Zone: Russia spans 11 time zones; Oryol operates on GMT 3
- Climate: Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers
Government and Economy
- Government Type: Federal semi-presidential republic
- Economic Sectors: Energy (oil and gas), manufacturing, agriculture, defense, and technology
- International Presence: Member of the United Nations, BRICS, and other global organizations
Education System
- Russia offers structured higher education with Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral programs.
- Medical universities like Orel State University are recognized by global bodies such as WHO and NMC (India).
- Many programs are available in English, especially in medicine and engineering.
About Oryol City
- Location: Central Federal District of Russia
- Population: Approximately 300,000
- Significance: Administrative center of Oryol Oblast
- Transport: Connected by rail and road; nearest airport is Oryol Yuzhny
- Environment: Urban setting with historical landmarks and academic institutions
