Russian Education: Demand among Graduates of Mongolian Schools

Abstract

This study addresses the demand for Russian higher education among Mongolian secondary school graduates. It identifies key aspects of Mongolian graduates’ interest in the educational services provided by Russian universities. The relevance of this study stems from the  enduring Russian–Mongolian relationship, marked by strong economic, military, political, and cultural, connections over a long period. Following a decline in the 1990s, Mongolia has recently regained prominence in Russian foreign policy. However, the appeal of Russian education has diminished, and Russia faces increasing competition from other educational systems in  its “return” to  Mongolia. The aim of the article is to reveal resources aspects of exporting Russian educational services, specifically examining the external potential of the educational system in the  Republic of  Buryatia, which borders Mongolia. This research explores the common educational strategies of Mongolian secondary students and their perceptions of the Russian education system. Emphasis is placed on analyzing official statistics in conjunction with our empirical data. The findings help to understand shifts in the attitudes of Mongolian youth towards Russian education, providing a foundation for predicting future socio-humanitarian interactions between Russia and Mongolia amid global changes.