Long cited as a beacon of industry and enlightenment for Eastern Europe, Kiev has surpassed all expectations to become the busy, globally recognized Ukrainian city it is today. The city mixes old and new in a seamless tapestry of ancient pride and modern-day innovation. This acceptance of the future with the preservation of the past extends to its educational institutions, which support learning and growth at every available moral and intellectual level.
 
With over a hundred higher education institutions available in Kiev, the capital city is a prime location for both students in Ukraine, as well as international visitors. It possesses more opportunities for students than anywhere else in the country, and much of Eastern Europe. Many of these institutions are national, public schools with deep-rooted investments in medical, computer and industrial research, making these studies more highly sought than in other areas.
 
An impressive selection of international schools, specialty colleges and academies await future students in Kiev. In fact, a majority of the higher education institutions in Kiev specialize in certain content areas (such as management or technology) as opposed to providing general fields of study.
 
Kiev also offers students a variety of activities and experience unique to Ukraine and the city itself. Ride the one-of-a-kind funicular rail system to catch the scenic views, or visit one of the many museums or historic sites. There are excellent locations for backpacking and hiking, fragrant open-air markets and plenty of places to catch live music or dancing lessons.
 
Other considerations for students choosing to study in Kiev include:

• Majority of courses taught in Ukrainian and Russian.
• Somewhat threatening crime rates.
• Some institutions are religiously affiliated.

 
Major Fields of Study in Kiev
 
Due to Kiev’s status as a major industrial and technical producer in Eastern Europe, many of the studies pursued within the city pertain to these areas. This is not, however, unanimous; courses are extremely diverse and unique in many of Kiev’s schools, even though some programs may be sought out more often.
 
Industrial studies, such as those pertaining to engineering, technology and science, are extremely prominent in Kiev. Since many universities are paired with research institutions, this comes as little surprise. The related fields most commonly studied in Kiev, as a result, include:

• Computer science
• Technology
• Applied sciences
• Engineering studies

 
Other schools specialize in studies regarding agriculture, business management, theatre, architecture and even aviation. These studies simply have the largest number of programs and facilities available in Kiev.
 
Schools of Kiev
 
There are a multitude of schools in Kiev, and students should research all options thoroughly before deciding on their preferred place of study. The following list outlines several of the major higher education institutes available in Kiev, although certainly not all. Their purpose is to give an overview of the major types of universities in Kiev, as well as their study focuses and unique aspects.
 

1. The Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv or KNU is one of the most prestigious public universities in Kiev. It is one of the world’s leading institutions in research, especially in computer sciences. It also owns an observatory, botanical gardens and partners with multiple universities in other countries.
2. The Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture, once known as the Kiev Civil Engineering Institute, is a national university focusing in areas of engineering and architecture. It is an essential school in Kiev regarding these studies. It has some of the best technological advancements and facilities in Kiev.
3. The Kyiv Polytechnic Institute or National Technical University of Ukraine is another national university with multiple diverse faculties but focuses mainly in technology, communication and engineering departments. The university is one of the few schools in Kiev to offer programs in English.