The National Aviation University in Kyiv is one of the most prestigious educational institutions in Ukraine. The high performance of the institution is ensured by the level of work of the teaching staff and a large number of famous graduates of the university. What is this university famous for, what speci alties are there, and how to enter the NAU (Kyiv)? We will talk about this later.
Aviation University in Kyiv: historical background
The university was founded in the 30s of the last century. At the same time, the history of the institution begins with aviation courses, which were organized by polytechnics in Kyiv back in the 19th century.
After the institute was founded in 1933, its name was changed several times. This higher educational institution was the Institute of Civil Air Fleet, the Institute of Civil Aviation Engineers, the International University of Aviation, the National Aviation University.
In certain periods, the university was led by outstanding rectors like M. Golego or A. Aksenov, who invested a lot of effort in creating the complex of the future higher educational institution, in the material base. On their shoulders was a great responsibility in the field of organizational work, the field of scientific activity and the formation of a team of teachers. Since 2008, N. Kulik has been working as rector.
Given the recognition of the significance of the contribution and activities of the Kyiv Aviation University for the state and on a global scale, outstanding scientific works and the development of the educational system of Ukraine, in 2000 the then President Leonid Kuchma made the university national, which significantly increased its status.
Graduates and students of NAU
National Aviation University (Kyiv) was a platform for the activities of many famous scientists. Among them, it is worth highlighting G. Pukhov, P. Lepikhin, A. Zenkovsky, V. Kasyanov, V. Astanin, S. Kozhevnikov, A. Penkov, A. Kukhtenko and N. Borodachev. Many outstanding personalities also graduated from the university. So, it should be said about such scientists as G. Maykopar and P. Nazarenko, as well as about the famous specialist in the field of astronautics and aviation - V. Chelomey, the head of the aviation company "International Airlines" in Ukraine V. Potemsky and others.
In 2005, statistics indicated that more than 35,000 students were studying at the university at that time.
Today, the National Aviation University is one of the most powerful institutions of thisplan for the entire planet. At the same time, the number of students reaches more than 50 thousand, of which about 1.2 thousand are foreigners who came from about 50 different countries.
Teaching staff
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The high quality of the educational process is due to the good qualifications of scientists and teachers working at NAU. Among them there are fifteen academicians and members of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, more than 250 doctors of sciences and professors, and about 900 have a Ph. D. or associate professor degree. Employees of aviation companies and industrial companies are also engaged in pedagogical activities in Kiev NAU. The teaching staff also includes those who have state awards in various fields.
NAU structure
The structure assumes the presence of 15 institutes, 7 colleges and technical schools, 2 lyceums, the Center for Space and Air Law, Regional Civil Aviation Centers (branches of international organizations).
The size of the complex is estimated at 72 hectares, and the buildings in which students are directly trained are located on 140 thousand m22. In preparationuse more than 70 aircraft and helicopters, about 40 aircraft engines, more than 200 on-board systems, simulation stands, 3 flight simulators, about 6 thousand computers.
Training units
A large number of students annually enter the National Aviation University in Kyiv. The faculties here are very diverse, providing training not only in the field of engineering, but also in other technical and human sciences.
The university is usually divided into fifteen institutes. Professional training of students is carried out at the Aerospace Institute, as well as the Institute of Airports, Air Navigation, Information and Diagnostic Systems, Environmental Safety, the Humanitarian Institute and the Institute of International Relations, Computer Technologies, Economics and Management, and the Institute of Law. In addition, there are other divisions here. The university includes an institute that trains part-time students, an advanced training institute, etc.
The structure of NAU assumes the presence of a separate faculty, whose employees are engaged in foreign students, and a special military department, where officers are trained in the reserve.
The university has dormitories, and the aviation university in Kyiv sets a passing score, which provides education on a budget and accommodation in the university complex.
Student life at NAU
Students can activelyparticipate in sports activities. There are many different sections that guarantee affordable classes for university students. Students have the opportunity to prove themselves in hang gliding and sailing, aircraft modeling, and scuba diving. In addition, NAU also has rugby, handball, football, etc. sections. Many of them have taken and continue to take places in prestigious championships. The university is especially proud of the rugby team. She became the champion of the USSR 13 times, and also the champion of Ukraine 6 times. The rugby team at the university is the base for the national team. NAU also has its own yacht club.
University students actively participate in various festivals, KVN competitions, play music, etc.
Student employment
Graduates of the National Aviation University can get a job in one of the prestigious and well-known companies operating in the country and abroad. Thus, the university is in constant cooperation with a number of companies, such as Ukraine International Airlines, Khors, American Travel Group, Aerosvit, Adidas, Coca-cola, Beeline and many others. others
College at Aviation University in Kyiv
At the university there is, in particular, a college of computer technology and economics. Students of this institution can use a variety of equipped classrooms, laboratories, computers of the modern generation, workshops and a computer complex, access the Internet right at the place of study. Atstudents have the opportunity to express themselves in scientific activities and creativity, play sports for free and in art circles on the basis of the college. Every year, the best students participate in olympiads and competitions at various levels.
The total number of students of the College of Computer Technology and Economics at the National Aviation University reaches more than 1200. Statistics also indicate that the competitive conditions for admission to the budget imply competition of 1.5-2.5 people per place, and on a contract basis - 1, 3 people (may vary in different directions and speci alties).
After graduating, graduates can also study at the Aviation University and enroll in an abbreviated educational program (as in other higher education institutions). However, such a benefit is valid only at those faculties that will correspond to the speci alties received in the college.
Contacts and tuition fees
Annually, an open day is held for those who want to enter the National Aviation University in Kyiv. The address of the educational institution is Kosmonavta Komarov Avenue, No. 1. You can get here by metro from anywhere in the city.
Applicants can familiarize themselves with the prices set by the Aviation University in Kyiv. The cost of full-time education is as follows: for a bachelor's degree - about 19 thousand UAH per year, for specialists - 21 thousand UAH, for a master's degree - 23 thousand. For part-time students, prices differ. Yes, undergraduatewill cost 11 thousand hryvnia, you can become a specialist for 12.5 thousand, and a master - for 14 thousand hryvnia per year of study.
