Education
Turkmen teachers participate in regional English language programme in Kazakhstan
24.07.2025The large-scale educational programme C5+ONE (‘Opening Networks Through English’), organised with the support of the United States, continues in Almaty. Among the 27 Turkmen participants are teachers from universities and secondary schools who, together with colleagues from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, are improving their teaching methods and language skills. This was reported by the IIC. The programme, which started in May 2025, includes three consecutive stages. After completing the online course, participants began a face-to-face intensive course in Almaty, which will last until 3 August. The final stage will be a nine-month period of professional development and networking. According to the organisers, the key objective of the initiative is not only to improve English language skills, but also to establish sustainable professional ties between specialists in Central Asia. This should contribute to regional integration and more active inclusion of countries in the international educational space. Turkmen teachers are actively involved in the learning process, studying modern approaches to teaching. It is expected that upon their return, they will be able to apply the knowledge gained in the national education system, contributing to the improvement of language training for students and schoolchildren.
Students and teachers of the Turkmen university completed an internship in Malaysia
22.07.2025A group of students and teachers from the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas have completed an educational internship at the Petronas University of Technology in Malaysia. This was reported by the online publication Arzuw.news. The internship programme included two weeks of training for students and one week of advanced training courses for teachers. Participants studied advanced technologies, digitalisation of production and the application of artificial intelligence in the oil and gas sector. During the internship, the Turkmen delegation familiarised themselves with the organisation of the educational process, modern laboratory equipment and the research base of the Malaysian university. The trip was part of a long-standing cooperation between the Turkmen university, Petronas Charigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn Bhd and Petronas University of Technology. In 2024, the parties signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to expand their partnership. Such internships allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in practice and teachers to incorporate international experience into the educational process. The development of such programmes contributes to strengthening the scientific and educational potential of Turkmenistan in the context of the dynamic growth of the oil and gas industry.
Turkmen students attend summer courses in Italy
18.07.2025From 28 June to 2 August, students from the International University for the Humanities and Development are participating in an intensive programme to study Italian language and culture at the University for Foreigners in Perugia, strengthening academic ties between Turkmenistan and Italy. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. The University for Foreigners in Perugia is one of two specialised universities in Italy dedicated exclusively to teaching students from other countries. It is the oldest and most prestigious educational institution, combining academic education, scientific research and the promotion of Italian language and culture. For Turkmen students, such a trip is not only an opportunity to improve their language skills, but also to gain a deeper understanding of Italy's rich cultural heritage. Proficiency in Italian opens up access to original works of literature, cinema, music and art, broadening horizons and enriching personal experience. The cultural programme includes learning about Italian traditions, cuisine, history and modern life. For maximum immersion, students are encouraged to communicate with native speakers, visit museums and historical sites, and try national dishes. In return, Turkmen students share their knowledge of Turkmenistan's cultural heritage with their Italian peers, promoting mutual understanding and strengthening friendly ties between the two countries.
School students from Turkmenistan successfully performed at the Chemistry Olympiad in Dubai
17.07.2025Three school students from Turkmenistan became prize winners of the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad held in Dubai (UAE). This was reported by the news site Turkmenportal. Participants from Turkmenistan won two silver and one bronze medal. Silver awards were received by Diyar Dovletov and Rustem Jumayev, and bronze by Palvan Ilmamedov. It should be noted that over 350 school students from 90 countries took part in the current competition.
Higher educational institutions of Turkmenistan have trained over 15,000 graduates
16.07.2025In the 2025 academic year, Turkmenistan's universities offered 297 specialised programmes, 176 bachelor's programmes and 24 master's programmes. This was reported by the news resource Turkmenportal with reference to the newspaper ‘Turkmenistan’. At the end of 2024, approximately 10,000 specialists received diplomas upon completion of their studies, over 4,900 bachelor's degree graduates and about 550 master's degree graduates. Among the key innovations is the first enrolment of bachelor's students at the Seyitnazar Seydi Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute, the Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management, and the Turkmen Institute of Engineering and Transport Communications. Master's programmes were launched in 2025 at the S.A. Niyazov Turkmen Agricultural University, the Institute of International Relations of the Foreign Affairs Ministry and the Turkmen State Institute of Culture, which was an important step in expanding academic opportunities for students.
Students from Turkmenistan learn about digital technologies in Romania
16.07.2025From 1 to 21 July, students from the Institute of Telecommunications and Informatics of Turkmenistan are participating in a summer internship at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (Romania) as part of the Erasmus+ programme. This was reported by Orient. The internship programme includes practical training in the university's specialised laboratories, introductory visits to leading IT companies in the region, and the study of modern technologies and advanced industry solutions. Participation in the internship helps strengthen academic and professional ties between young specialists and teachers from both countries, opening up new opportunities for cooperation. This initiative is aimed at developing international educational exchanges, improving the quality of training for specialists in the field of information and communication technologies, and strengthening partnerships between educational institutions in Turkmenistan and Romania.
Turkmen students distinguished themselves with success at international Olympiads
16.07.2025In the first half of 2025, school and university students from Turkmenistan won 748 medals at international subject Olympiads and intellectual competitions. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. The achievements were recorded in such disciplines as mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, foreign languages and others. Participation in the competitions took place both in person and online. Among the competitions were prestigious international Olympiads organised by leading educational institutions in Europe, Asia and other regions. These results were made possible by the state's efforts to modernise the education system. Priorities include improving the infrastructure of educational institutions, actively introducing digital technologies, improving teacher qualifications and developing international cooperation with foreign educational organisations.
Chinese scientists arrive in Turkmenistan to establish the ‘Lu Ban Workshop’
15.07.2025Teachers from Xi'an Petroleum University and Hebei Petroleum Vocational and Technical University in China have arrived in Turkmenistan on a working visit to establish the ‘Lu Ban Workshop’ at the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. During the visit, Chinese specialists will conduct a week-long training course for young teachers on the application of new technologies in informatics and applied geology, as well as exchange experience with Turkmen universities. Earlier, on 18 October 2024, a Memorandum of Cooperation on the launch of the ‘Lu Ban Workshop’ was signed in Xi'an between the Turkmen university, Chinese universities and educational organisations.
Turkmen teachers and students undergo training in Uzbekistan
14.07.2025A group of teachers and students from S.A. Niyazov Turkmen Agricultural University went on a training internship to Uzbekistan. From 6 to 17 July, representatives of the faculties of hydromelioration and agricultural mechanisation are undergoing practical training at the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanisation Engineers. This was reported by the online publication TerraNews. The internship was organised on the basis of a cooperation agreement signed between the universities in April 2018. The Turkmen delegation was warmly welcomed in Tashkent, where an educational and cultural programme was prepared for them. The main purpose of the trip is to consolidate theoretical knowledge in practice, exchange experience and strengthen academic ties. The participants familiarised themselves with the institute's educational, laboratory and sports facilities and visited the museum of agricultural history and agricultural machinery development. Experts from the host institution gave lectures on current issues in irrigation and mechanisation in the agricultural sector. In addition, Turkmen students visited scientific institutions, water management facilities and cultural attractions in Tashkent. They also studied digital educational solutions from ‘Smart Solutions System’. Earlier, from 25 June to 4 July, students from the Tashkent university underwent practical training at the Turkmen Agricultural University. Such exchange programmes contribute to the development of Turkmen-Uzbek cooperation in the field of education and agricultural sciences, as well as the exchange of experience between specialists from the two countries.
Turkmen teachers invited to international competition in Moscow
13.07.2025Russian language teachers from Turkmenistan are invited to participate in an international professional skills competition organised by the Pushkin Institute with the support of the ‘Russkiy Mir’ Foundation. This was reported by the online news resource TerraNews. The aim of the competition is to support and develop the professional skills of Russian language teachers abroad, as well as to strengthen humanitarian ties between the CIS countries and Southeast Asia. In addition to representatives from Turkmenistan, the event will also be attended by teachers from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand. The competition will be held in two stages: the online round will take place from 1 August to 5 September, and the final will be held from 15 to 21 October at the Pushkin Institute in Moscow. The winners will receive diplomas and an invitation to the VI Kostomarov Forum, which will be held in 2026. All participants will receive certificates. The award ceremony will take place during the XVII Assembly of the Russian World. The event aims to promote the Russian language and culture, as well as to develop an international professional community of teachers.
Turkmen students learn advanced experience at China University of Petroleum
09.07.2025The oil and gas industry in Turkmenistan, which is a key sector of the economy, continues to develop through international cooperation and the training of highly qualified personnel. An important step in this direction has been the implementation of educational programmes with leading Chinese energy companies and universities. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. A group of students from the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International Oil and Gas University is undergoing training and practical work experience at the China University of Petroleum (Beijing) from 29 June to 20 July. This programme is organised within the framework of Memoranda of Cooperation signed in 2023 between the university, the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) and the China University of Petroleum. During the three-week training, students will learn about modern technologies in the oil and gas industry, visit CNPC production facilities, and study current topics, including ‘green’ energy and prospects for energy cooperation on the Silk Road. Special attention is paid to cultural exchange – programme participants visit iconic sites in China and learn the basics of the country's language and culture. At the same time, another group of university students is undergoing practical training at CNPC production facilities in Turkmenistan itself, which allows them to combine international experience with the study of modern technologies used directly in the national oil and gas industry. These educational initiatives demonstrate Turkmenistan's comprehensive approach to training specialists for the fuel and energy sector, combining advanced international practices with the needs of the national economy.
The Turkmen State Architecture and Construction Institute has been ranked among the top universities in the country
07.07.2025As part of the strategy to integrate Turkmenistan's higher education into the global academic space, on 2 July 2025, the Turkmen State Architecture and Construction Institute held a ceremony to award the winners of the national university ranking. The assessment was based on the ‘Regulations on the Rating Assessment of Higher Educational Institutions of Turkmenistan’ approved by the Ministry of Education, using an innovative online system that analyses the activities of universities in real time. This was reported by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. During a comprehensive analysis covering 53 criteria in six key areas, the Turkmen State Architecture and Construction Institute demonstrated high results, ranking 4th in the overall rating and 3rd in terms of the number of teachers and students. At the same time, the Faculty of Chemical Technology was among the top three in the country, the Department of Languages ranked 3rd among specialised departments, and the Head of the Department of Higher Mathematics, Sahetgylych Gylyjov, came second in the ranking of teachers. The institute's Trade Union Committee recognised the achievements of the winners with valuable gifts. This event highlights the dynamic development of higher education in Turkmenistan and the desire of universities to meet international quality standards.
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