The program of the 5G laboratory training course provides for two areas: the development of digital solutions and the management of their integration. Developers will study the features of the fifth generation of communications, learn how to work with current frameworks, development tools, and gain knowledge and skills in the areas of user interface (UI), automated quality control of software solutions. Managers will gain the skills to market high-tech products and manage the development process. 

“5G networks are just starting to be introduced in different countries of the world, but now it’s clear how huge the new technology is. In our digital laboratory, students and recent alumni of St. Petersburg University will find solution for implementation of 5G applications that may not even be known in commercial companies. The platform will become a unique environment for the self-realization of talented young developers, testers, project managers, which will allow them to professionally develop and develop the world of digital technologies”, commented Valentina Vatrak, Corporate Development and Human Resources Director of MegaFon. 

Frederic Vanoschuyze, Director of Technical Innovation and Infrastructure, MegaFon, demonstrates the operation of the device on a 5G network in the laboratory. 

“One of the main goals of the University is to form among the students and alumni the competencies that are necessary for successful career, both in the scientific and professional environment,”- said Marina Lavrikova, First Vice-Rector for Academic and Methodological Work at St. Petersburg University. - That is why we are constantly looking for new, more effective educational tools. We are pleased that SPbU students are among the first to learn how to work with 5G technologies, which will certainly increase their demand on the labor market”. 

The laboratory training course 2019/20 will consist of three phases with a total duration of eight months. The first stage will be held from September 23 to October 26. It includes an open online educational module for SPbU students and recent alumni (those who graduated no more than three years ago). Students of the online module who successfully completed the first stage and completed the test tasks will go to the next and become full-fledged participants in the laboratory.

The opening of the laboratory was held at GSOM SPbU business forum GSOM Family Day. The program of the day included guide tours to the 5G laboratory and a lecture by Frederic Vanoscuyze, Director of Technical Innovations and Infrastructure of MegaFon, on the topic "<5G_Dream_Lab>: 5G Technology Features for Developers". Learn more about GSOM Family Day >>