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Ukraine

Ukraine

2.Organisation and governance

Last update: 19 September 2024

The Ukrainian vision of education is that it serves as the foundation for the intellectual, spiritual, physical and cultural development of the individual. It aims to support their successful socialisation and economic well-being, while acting as a catalyst for the creation of a society and state united by common values and culture.

The goal of Ukrainian education is to facilitate the versatile development of the individual as an autonomous being and a valuable member of society. This includes the cultivation of talents, intellectual, creative and physical abilities, as well as the formation of values and competencies necessary for successful self-realisation. It also aims to educate responsible citizens who are capable of making conscious social choices and directing their activities for the benefit of others and of society as a whole. This approach is intended to enhance the intellectual, economic, creative and cultural potential of the Ukrainian people and to raise the level of education of citizens in order to ensure the sustainable development of Ukraine and its European integration.

At present, Russia's unprovoked armed aggression poses a significant challenge to the Ukrainian education system, among others. The ongoing war in Ukraine is not just a territorial dispute, but a struggle for national and cultural identity, freedom and the right to self-determination. Therefore, the role of education and science today is not only to prepare learners for life and further education, but also to shape their national consciousness, cultural values, sense of responsibility, autonomy and critical thinking.

The Ukrainian education system continues its transformation towards integration with the European Education Area. In the context of the ongoing war, this is both a major challenge and a vital necessity for Ukraine's future. The individual is at the centre of every aspect of this transformation. The primary objective is to develop an education and science system that enhances the potential of individuals at all stages of their lives and enables them to adapt flexibly to change. It is imperative that education in Ukraine supports the country's economic and human capital development.