Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv is today a classic university with a distinct research profile, and the leading contemporary academic and educational hub of Ukraine.
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (5)
- M.Sc. Economic Geology
- Master Economics and Politics
- Master Sociology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (4)
- Master Applied Physics
- Master Mathematics
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (3)
- M.Sc. Applied Geology
- M.Sc. Economic Geology
Business & Management (2)
Engineering & Technology (2)
- Master Applied Physics
Law (2)
- LL.M. European Business Law
- LL.M. International Litigation
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
Computer Science & IT (1)
Education & Training (1)
- Master Sociology
Journalism & Media (1)
About
History
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv history dates back to November 8, 1833, when its establishment was supported by C.C. Uvarov, then Minister of Education, who founded the Imperial University of Saint Volodymyr with the transfer to Kyiv of the Polish Kremenets High School. The inauguration of the university was on July 15, 1834, the Memorial Day of Saint Prince Volodymyr.
Education
The staff at the University have a broad range of formal achievements recognised, in particular with the State Prize of Ukraine in Science and Technology, Awards from the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and branches of the national academies of sciences, Orders of Merit, Orders of Saints Cyril and Methodius, awards of the honorary title of Honoured Educationalist of Ukraine and Honoured Lawyer of Ukraine, also Awards by the President of Ukraine for young academics and Awards by the Ukrainian Parliament to the most talented young scientists in basic and applied research, and scientific and technological development.
Research
The high status of a classical research University is underpinned by the numerous academic achievements of its staff. The staff at the University have a broad range of formal achievements recognised, in particular with the State Prize of Ukraine in Science and Technology, Awards from the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and branches of the national academies of sciences, Orders of Merit, Orders of Saints Cyril and Methodius, awards of the honorary title of Honoured Educationalist of Ukraine and Honoured Lawyer of Ukraine, also Awards by the President of Ukraine for young academics.
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GSSA 2021
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QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2022
601
2021
601 -60
2020
541
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2022
1201 -200
2021
1001
2020
1001
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2022
-
2021
1125 -105
2020
1020
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Library services
The Library carries out a practical assistance to professorial-teaching staff of University at preparing highly skilled specialists of various types for further development of state economy, science, and culture, for training administrative personnel of different levels.
Student Reviews
Tom M. Riddle's Diary
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
It is not so bad, depending on discipline. I like my discipline because of lecturers and my groupmates. These people are really awesome. Professors teach very interesting and answer all your questions. While studying in campus, before the war, it was lovely to come to the university, walk in the park near it.
Freedom to manage your life
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I studied in the Institute of High Technologies instead of Faculty of Chemistry. The biggest advantage is that my "faculty" provided me with freedom in my time management. I combined studying and working. By doing this I achieved both theoretical and practical skills in organic synthesis and also received salaries, which helps me to survive in these hard times of war in my...
Would be better if the studies were more oriented towards things you will actually use in your career
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
Studying at the Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University allowed to get a deep knowledge in International Finance. However, the biggest problem is the lack of practically oriented knowledge.
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