Cooperation between the National Aerospace University "KhAI" and the West Pomeranian University of Technology (ZUT) in Szczecin is one of the most successful examples of Ukrainian-Polish partnership in the field of technical sciences. ZUT was formed by merging the Szczecin University of Technology and the Agricultural Academy, which allowed for the creation of a powerful interdisciplinary scientific center.
ZUT is one of the largest universities in northwestern Poland and enjoys a high reputation in the fields of materials science, chemical technology, and engineering.
Study Models:
Master's Degree ("1+1" scheme): Students complete their first year of study at KhAI (basic theoretical disciplines) and their second year at ZUT (specialized courses and Master's thesis). The defense of the diploma thesis takes place at the Polish university, granting the right to receive two diplomas.
Semester Mobility (Erasmus+): Study for 1-2 semesters according to an individual plan without the mandatory requirement of receiving a second degree.
Summer Schools and Internships: Short-term programs to get acquainted with Polish industrial enterprises.
Priority Specializations:
Materials Science and Nanotechnology: Development of new polymer and composite materials.
Automation and Robotics: Designing intelligent control systems.
Computer Science and IT: Cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and software engineering.
Power Engineering: Renewable energy sources and energy-saving systems.
Features of Studying at ZUT:
Laboratory Base: The university possesses a Nanotechnology Center (Regional Center for Innovation and Technology Transfer), where students work on modern equipment.
Language of Instruction: Mobility programs are conducted in English; however, knowledge of the Polish language at a basic level significantly facilitates communication and daily life.
Industry Connections: The university closely cooperates with the maritime and aerospace clusters of Poland and Germany.
Financial Conditions:
Erasmus+ KA131/KA171: The most popular option, providing a monthly stipend (approximately 800 euros) and coverage of travel expenses.
Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA): Opportunity to receive scholarships from the Polish government specifically for Ukrainian students.
Benefits for KhAI Students: Within the partnership, students are exempt from paying tuition fees at the Polish university.
Advantages for Graduates:
Degree Recognition: Obtaining a ZUT diploma (European Master Degree) opens access to the EU labor market without additional nostrification procedures.
Professional Mobility: Szczecin is located near the German border (Berlin is only 2 hours away), providing unique career opportunities in Central Europe.
Adaptation: The cultural and linguistic proximity of Ukraine and Poland makes this option one of the least stressful for studying abroad.
Selection Criteria:
Grade point average for previous semesters not lower than 4.0.
English language proficiency (level B2, confirmed by testing or a certificate).
Possession of a valid international passport and no academic failures.