Recently, a delegation of LNTU, headed by Rector Iryna Vakhovych and First Vice-Rector Nadiia Kovalchuk, visited one of the best universities in Great Britain and the best university in Scotland - Edinburgh Napier University. The delegation included the Head of the Department of Law, Professor Yana Lenher, Associate Professor of the Department of Foreign and Ukrainian Philology Anastasiia Shevchuk and students of the LNTU.
The trip took place thanks to the Twinning Project, which united more than 200 universities in Ukraine and the United Kingdom. And, of course, it is a great pleasure that our LNTU is honoured to cooperate with Edinburgh Napier University.
During the visit, the delegation could meet Rector Prof. Andrea Nolan, Vice Principal Naomi Graham, Prof. Richard Whitecross, colleagues from the Business School, the School of Applied Sciences, the School of Art and Creative Industry, the School of Programming, Engineering and Architecture. They had the opportunity to discuss and identify clear areas for further cooperation - from the academic mobility of students and lecturers, holding joint scientific research and preparation of project applications for the development of double master's and PhD degree programmes.
LNTU Rector Iryna Vakhovych notes that both universities have managed to establish close cooperation and develop promising areas of cooperation, in particular regarding the conduct of language courses, joint innovative projects, the double degree programmes, the mobility of students and lecturers in all areas.
"Students of LNTU also had the opportunity to meet with the Edinburgh Napier Student Association and share the achievements and features of the organization of the student government in both universities. In turn, the representatives of the Department of Teaching and Learning Improvement and Global Online explained how effectively organize online education and revealed the peculiarities of the accreditation process in Great Britain," the Rector says.
Vice-Rector Nadiia Kovalchuk adds: "Bright Red Triangle" is an organization at Napier University that is a certain start-up and enterprise hub. It is good that LNTU and Edinburgh Napier University are implementing projects within the programmes of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology. I also thank the International Relations Departments of both universities for supporting this cooperation."
Besides, the members of the delegation shared their impressions of the visit to Scotland.
Professor Yana Lenher notes: "An amazing city, with its sincere and open people. Harmonious landscapes. Historical heritage that has become modern. And the up-to-date processes, which are concisely woven into ancient castles. The life of students and teachers is interesting. Organization the educational process, taking care of applicants and their various interests, providing opportunities for development and future employment. Thank you very much for the invitation, for the hospitality, openness and sincerity."
Oleh Nedopad (student): "First of all, I would like to thank LNTU for the possibility of visiting a wonderful university and city with good company. Secondly, I want to thank ENU for the invitation and the opportunity to watch student life and study inside.
Edinburgh Napier University is renowned for its reputation for quality education and has a diverse range of study programmes. Here are some general features of studying at this university:
1. Programmes: Napier University offers a wide range of bachelor's, master's and PhD programs in various fields such as business, engineering, information technology, medicine, arts and many others.
2. Practical approach: The University emphasizes practical skills and readiness of students to enter the professional field. This can include internships, real-life projects and opportunities to develop skills needed in the job market.
3. Research activity: Napier University may offer opportunities for research work and participation in academic research in a relevant field.
4. International activity: Many universities in large cities, including Napier University, attract students from different countries, creating an international environment for learning and communication.
Solomiia Povstiana (student): "First of all, I would like to thank you for this opportunity to visit a wonderful city in a wonderful company and learn more about the work of a foreign university. Edinburgh Napier University impresses with its material facilities, interesting studies and sincere people. We were warmly received and gladly told about what the university does.
For me, as a member of the student government of LNTU, the most interesting thing was to learn about the entertainment that is organized for students, and how exactly to attract more people to participate in them. Members of the students' association answered all my questions and shared the plan of the events that they were organizing. I, in turn, shared my experience of organizing events at our university. They also talked about the support of the university during the war, how studies are conducted and how students have been helping our defenders since the first days of the war."
Sofiia Khoina (student): "I would like to express my sincere thanks for an extremely interesting and informative trip to Edinburgh. During our visit, I had the opportunity to study a lot about different ways of learning and learn something new, as well as the history and architecture of this wonderful city. Once again, I thank LNTU for this incredible opportunity.
