# Education
In Kyiv, students are protesting against KNU Rector Bugrov over the release of a sex tape
On 1 April, a student protest is taking place outside the ‘Red Building’ of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, calling for the suspension of Rector Volodymyr Bugrov pending an investigation.
“Ukraine’s Intellectual Capital” in 2025: strengths, risks and what has changed
The ‘Intellect of Ukraine’ project is being presented as one of the most ambitious initiatives in Ukrainian education in 2025, combining modern teaching methods, a STEM approach and digital tools. At the same time, the programme remains the subject of debate due to the heavy workload placed on children, unequal access and issues of inclusion.
The Student Parliament of Kyiv National University has announced a protest against Rector Bugrov: full details
The Student Parliament of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv has announced an indefinite peaceful protest in response to a crisis of confidence in the university administration and Rector Volodymyr Bugrov. The reason cited is the lack of a public, comprehensive and substantive response to the student council’s appeal regarding the circumstances that have sparked public outcry over the university’s leadership.
Money for knowledge: who will receive up to 25,000 for their studies in 2026
The 2026 admissions campaign will bring radical changes for applicants: from direct financial support for high National Multidisciplinary Test (NMT) scores to a new system of military training
Students will study ‘The Fundamentals of National Resistance’ instead of military training
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has passed a bill providing for the replacement of basic military training with a course entitled ‘Fundamentals of National Resistance’ for students at universities and vocational colleges.
: Ukraine is introducing a 12-year education system: how schooling will change from 2026
From 2026, Ukrainian schoolchildren will study for one year longer. The introduction of a 12-year education system will form part of far-reaching changes to the education system, which will affect teaching methods and how pupils are prepared for life. Find out exactly what changes lie ahead for children and parents in our article.
Schools with a new approach: The Ministry of Education and Science is preparing major changes to teaching and lessons in shelters
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is initiating an update to the rules governing the school system in order to adapt education to the challenges posed by war and emergencies. The new draft order, which has already been put out for public consultation, provides for the formalisation of lessons held in shelters and flexible learning formats
Japan has invested over €220,000 in vocational schools in Lviv
Two vocational colleges in Lviv have received state-of-the-art training units from Japan for the manufacture of automotive wiring, as well as for the diagnosis and repair of automotive electronic systems. The total investment in the two colleges exceeded €220,000.
Ukraine is launching a centre for military AI: the Ministry of Defence has set out an ambitious goal
Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has announced the launch of the Defense AI Centre “A1” – the first centre dedicated to integrating artificial intelligence into military technology. The project is being implemented with the support of the UK government.
Where Ukrainians are applying: the top 10 universities and entry scores for state-funded places in 2025
The 2025 admissions campaign revealed a new ranking among Ukrainian universities: Lviv leads in terms of the number of applicants, whilst Kharkiv recorded the highest average entry score for state-funded places.
A three-year bachelor’s degree from 2029 – what the new admissions model will change
In 2029, Ukrainian universities are set to admit the first cohort of students from the pilot three-year specialised upper secondary school programme. The Ministry of Education and Science is preparing specific admission criteria for these students, including a three-year bachelor’s degree programme as an option, provided they have received appropriate specialised training.
Scholarships for students to double: how much will be paid from September
From 1 September 2026, the minimum scholarship for students of higher education institutions will increase to at least 4,000 hryvnias. Students of private universities will also receive payments if they are studying under a state order.
