Second Joint Olympiad in Statistical Learning Theory

Faculty of Computer Science of HSE and Skoltech are pleased to announce the launch of the second joint Olympiad in Statistical Learning Theory (SLT). The competition will be open to students specializing in the fields related to Applied Mathematics and Informatics. Following a pre-selection phase (application details below), the Olympiad final will be held at Skoltech on April 6-7, 2019.

In Russia and abroad, SLT specialists are highly sought aftr due to the field's connection with Machine Learning, which at the moment is one of the fastest growing areas of Information Technology. Skoltech and HSE joined forces to launch a joint two-year Master's programme in SLT. At graduation, students will receive diplomas from both respected institutes. 

Olympiad winners will be admitted to Statistical Learning Theory programme both at HSE and Skoltech without entrance examinations.

We encourage you to apply! You can submit your application until 11:59 pm on March 10. All information and additional materials you might need can be found here.