Belarusian State University of Culture and Arts
Minsk, Belarus
Quick facts
- World rank
- #4,800
- 2024
- Acceptance rate
- 55%
- Students
- 3,000
- International students
- 6%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1975
Overview
The Belarusian State University of Culture and Arts (BSUCA) is a leading public higher education institution in Minsk, Belarus, specializing in the training of specialists for the cultural and artistic sectors. Established in 1975, it has evolved into a national scientific and pedagogical center, offering comprehensive programs in cultural studies, music, choreography, and information communications.
Fields of study
- Cultural Studies
- Social and Cultural Activities
- Musical Art
- Choreography
- Theater Art
- Decorative and Applied Arts
- Library Science
- Information Science
- Cultural Management
- Art History
Accreditation: Ministry of Education of the Republic of Belarus
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- July 15
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- buk@buk.by
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
BYN 2,200 – BYN 4,500 / year
Domestic students
BYN 3,200 – BYN 5,800 / year
Tuition for international students ranges from $2,500 for part-time to $6,000 for English-medium Master's courses. Preliminary courses cost approx $3,100.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Criticism (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | $6,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Art Criticism (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $4,500 / year | Varies | September |
| Arts (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | PhD | 3 years | $5,000 / year | Varies | November |
| Choreographic Art (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $4,600 / year | Varies | September |
| Culturology (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $3,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Culturology (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | $5,500 / year | Varies | September |
| Library and Information Activity (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $3,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Museum Business and Protection of Historical and Cultural Heritage (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $3,800 / year | Varies | September |
| Sociocultural Activity (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | $4,200 / year | Varies | September |
| Variety Art (opens in a new tab)Russian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | $4,600 / year | Varies | September |
Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.