Applying to a Master's Degree at BSTU
Belarusian State Technological University · Updated June 2026
BSTU offers Master's programmes in Industrial Automation, Economics, Management, Marketing, and specialised chemical engineering fields. A Bachelor's degree is required. This guide covers the full process, the mandatory online interview, and all fees.
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Required Documents
- Valid passport (original + notarised copy)
- Bachelor's degree diploma (original + certified translation into Russian)
- Secondary school leaving certificate (original + certified translation)
- 12 passport-sized photographs
- Medical certificate confirming good health (HIV test included)
- Completed application form (provided by your agency)
Step-by-Step Application Process
Check eligibility and choose your programme
A completed Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) is required for all Master's programmes. Browse available programmes on the Programs page or inBelarus Go platform.
Submit your application and pay the application fee
Apply through the inBelarus Go platform. The $350 application fee covers document review and issuance of your official invitation letter.
Complete the online interview
All Master's programmes require an online interview conducted before your arrival. Your agency will schedule this with the university. In addition, most agencies conduct their own preliminary interview. Prepare to discuss your academic background and reasons for applying.
Prepare your documents
Gather all required documents including your Bachelor's degree diploma, which must be translated. See the documents list above.
Legalise your documents (if required)
Legalisation of your academic documents is strongly recommended for all nationalities and mandatory for most at BSU. Arrange this in your home country before travelling — it cannot be processed in Belarus.
Obtain your visa
Apply at a Belarusian embassy if one exists in your country. Otherwise obtain a visa on arrival. Do not transit through Russia without an embassy-issued visa.
Travel with all required funds in your hand luggage
Carry all cash in your carry-on bag. Border authorities check funds on entry. Ensure all banknotes are clean and undamaged — Belarusian banks do not accept stained bills.
Complete on-arrival registration
Your agency handles the full on-arrival process: university check-in, fee payments, hostel registration, medical examination, TRP application, and any on-arrival document review or interview.
Fee Breakdown
| Item | Amount | When |
|---|---|---|
Application fee (document review + official invitation letter) Paid online via the inBelarus Go platform before you travel. | $350 | Before arrival (online) |
Tuition — 1st instalment (50%) Total annual tuition: $4,800. | $2,400 | On arrival (cash) |
Hostel prepayment (first 6–8 months) | $500 | On arrival (cash) |
University administration fee (BSTU) One-time. | $105 | On arrival (cash) |
On-arrival university services (interview + document review) | Up to $100 | On arrival (cash) |
Translation of bachelor's diploma (additional document) Required for Master's applications. Translated locally on arrival. | $25 | On arrival (cash) |
Annual medical insurance | $240 | On arrival (cash) |
Mandatory medical examination Required by local authorities. Repeats every year. | $100 | On arrival (cash) |
Notarisation & certified translation (passport + academic certificate) Each additional document: $25. | $60 | On arrival (cash) |
Visa extension fee Repeats annually. | $65 | On arrival (cash) |
Visa-on-arrival processing (if no embassy visa) Only if you did not obtain a visa through a Belarusian embassy before travelling. | $150 | On arrival (cash) |
Tuition — 2nd instalment (50%) | $2,400 | By 15th December of the same year |
Assistance service fee Contact your agency on inBelarus Go for the current rate. | Set by your agency | On arrival (cash) |
All tuition figures include approximately 2% bank transfer charges.
The assistance fee is set by your agency — contact them on inBelarus Go for the current rate.
Pocket Money for Your First Months
In addition to all the fees listed above, we recommend budgeting at least $500 in pocket money for your first 1–2 months in Belarus. This should cover:
- Food and groceries while you settle in
- Local transport (bus and metro cards)
- Basic household items and personal supplies for the hostel
- Phone SIM card and top-up credit
- Unexpected small expenses and emergencies
- Any minor administrative costs not listed in this guide
Monthly living costs in Minsk for a student are approximately $200–350, depending on lifestyle. Having $500 cash gives you a comfortable buffer for the first weeks until you are settled.
Your Banknotes Must Be Clean and Undamaged
Belarusian banks and most exchange offices will not accept stained, torn, written-on, or significantly worn banknotes. If you arrive with damaged currency, you may be unable to exchange or spend it.
If you do have stained notes, contact your agent — some specialist exchange offices will accept them but may charge a commission of up to 10%. The best approach is to obtain clean, undamaged bills from your home-country bank before travelling.
Read the full guide: Stained Banknotes in BelarusRecurring Payments from Year 2 Onwards
- Annual tuition fee (at your programme's applicable rate) — paid in two instalments: by 15th August (1st semester) and by 15th December (2nd semester)
- Annual mandatory medical examination: $100
- Annual medical insurance: $240
- Annual visa extension fee: $65
- Hostel payments — in line with the monthly payment schedule communicated by the university
Important Notes
ONLINE INTERVIEW — Mandatory for all Master's applicants at BSTU, conducted before arrival. Your agency schedules this with the university. Most agencies also conduct a preliminary interview.
BSTU's hostel prepayment is $500, covering approximately 6–8 months.
Budget up to $100 for on-arrival university services (document review and interview procedures).
Your Bachelor's diploma requires an additional translation ($25) on arrival.
Legalisation of academic documents is strongly encouraged before leaving your home country.
Carry all required funds in your hand luggage. Border checks are strict.
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