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This paper reviews the activities of Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) on entering the world educational community. Established in 1896 and opened in 1900, TPU is the oldest engineering higher educational institution in Asian Russia. At present, TPU is one of the leading engineering schools in Russia. The main international goals of the University are oriented towards academic exchange programs with leading universities of the world and the export of engineering programs' in those fields in which the University has famous scientific schools and powerful educational potential. Tomsk Polytechnic University currently is working in the following areas: language skills improvement of students and professors; analytical and marketing surveys in the worldwide educational area; the development of special educational programs in English; advertisement of the scientific and educational potential of the University; and the achievement of international recognition of degrees and qualifications awarded