Discussion of International Initiatives at Adyghe State University During Academic Council Meeting

A meeting of the Academic Council, comprising its newly appointed members, was convened at Adyghe State University. The session was chaired by Murat Bedanokov, First Vice-Rector of ASU. During the meeting, participants approved the redistribution of vacant budget-funded places in accordance with the Rules for the Redistribution of Vacant Places. Additionally, the chairpersons of the State Examination Commissions for 2027 were appointed, and the core professional educational programs for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate studies were ratified. The curricula for full-time, part-time, and distance learning formats within these programs were also approved.

The keynote address, titled "International Activities of Adyghe State University: Growth Points," was delivered by Susanna Tlekhatuk, Vice-Rector for International Affairs.

Keynote address

In her introduction, Susanna Tlehatuk highlighted that ASU considers national policies and economic interests in its strategic activities. 

ASU’s international activities encompass a broad range of initiatives, including training and internship programs for foreign citizens; sending university staff abroad as part of academic exchange initiatives; and expanding the scope and outreach of partnership activities through representative engagements. These include international travel by university staff to participate in global educational and scientific events, the signing of international cooperation agreements, and the cultivation of international contacts.

The university’s system for recruiting and training international students plays a vital role in increasing the international student body at ASU. Currently, the university hosts students and attendees from over 33 countries.

The International Division of ASU conducted a comprehensive analysis of the primary challenges faced in the realm of international activities over the past year. Based on the findings, it was recommended to strengthen oversight of international students' attendance, academic performance, and tuition payments. Additionally, it is essential to continue efforts to facilitate the adaptation and active engagement of foreign citizens in the academic, scientific, athletic, and cultural life of the university. Developing new curricula that are in demand abroad, particularly in partner countries, is also emphasized.

Furthermore, it is proposed to intensify efforts to attract gifted and talented schoolchildren and students to participate in university Olympiads and summer schools. Strengthening collaboration with partner universities in friendly nations is also a key strategic priority.

“Despite the aforementioned challenges, the prospects for expanding Adyghe State University's international initiatives remain promising in the current environment. The university possesses a strong foundation, including an established system for engaging with international students, reputable academic schools, and a distinctive ethnocultural mission,”  stated Susanna Ruslanovna.

Following the review and discussion of the report by the Vice-Rector for International Affairs of Adyghe State University, the Academic Council acknowledged that the university possesses substantial potential to develop collaborations with international educational institutions in Uzbekistan, Belarus, Turkey, China, the United Arab Emirates, and Brazil. The Council also resolved to expand partnerships with BRICS countries, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan to increase the enrollment of international students in ASU's master's programs, implement joint educational initiatives, promote academic mobility for faculty and students at partner universities, and facilitate the participation of foreign nationals from these countries in the ASU Summer Methodological University. 

Additionally, the Council committed to broadening cooperation in scientific and technological fields. 

It was also decided to continue collaboration with Heilongjiang University within the framework of the Alliance of Chinese and Russian Universities for Language Education and to participate in the "Chinese-Russian International Cloud Classroom" program. Moreover, the Council agreed to initiate preparations for establishing a Russian Language Study Center at the Denau Institute of Entrepreneurship and Pedagogy in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Approval of programs

At the meeting of the Academic Council, a list of the main professional educational programs, curricula for full-time, part-time and distance learning, bachelor's degree programs, master's degree programs, and postgraduate programs was approved.

Bachelor's degree :

01.03.01 Mathematics

01.03.02 Applied Mathematics and Computer Science

02.03.03 Mathematical support and administration of information systems

03.03.02 Physics

06.03.01 Biology

09.03.01 Computer Science and Engineering

10.03.01 Information Security

03.27.04 Management in technical systems

37.03.01 Psychology

38.03.01 Economy

38.03.02 Management

38.03.03 Human Resources Management

38.03.05 Business Informatics

39.03.02 Social work

40.03.01 Jurisprudence

42.03.01 Advertising and Public Relations

42.03.02 Journalism

43.03.02 Tourism

44.03.01 Pedagogical education

44.03.02 Psychological and pedagogical education

44.03.05 Pedagogical education (with two training profiles)

45.03.01 Philology

45.03.02 Linguistics

46.03.01 History

49.03.01 Physical Education

54.03.01 Design

Master's degree:

01.04.01 Mathematics

01.04.02 Applied Mathematics and Computer Science

06.04.01 Biology

38.04.01 Economy

38.04.02 Management

39.04.02 Social work

40.04.01 Jurisprudence

42.04.01 Advertising and Public Relations

44.04.01 Pedagogical education

45.04.01 Philology

45.04.02 Linguistics

46.04.01 History

49.04.01 Physical Education

Specialty:

38.05.01 Economic Security

52.05.04 Literary creativity

Branch of the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education “Adyghe State University” in Belorechensk:

38.03.01 Economy

38.03.02 Management

40.03.01 Jurisprudence

44.03.02 Psychological and pedagogical education

Postgraduate studies:

1.1.2 Differential equations and mathematical physics

1.5.15 Ecology

1.5.14 Entomology

1.5.5. Physiology of humans and animals

5.6.1 Domestic history

5.6.2 General History

5.6.5 Historiography, source studies, methods of historical research

5.8.1 General pedagogy, history of pedagogy and education

5.8.2 Theory and methods of teaching and education (Russian language in general and higher education)

5.8.4 Physical education and professional physical training

5.8.5 Theory and methodology of sports

5.4.6 Sociology of Culture

5.2.3 Regional and sectoral economy

5.9.1 Russian literature and literatures of the peoples of the Russian Federation

5.9.4 Folklore studies

5.9.5 Russian language. Languages ​​of the peoples of Russia

5.9.8 Theoretical, applied and comparative linguistics

39.06.01 Sociology of Culture

44.06.01 Education and Pedagogical Sciences; General Pedagogy, History of Pedagogy and Education

51.06.01 Cultural Studies; "Theory and History of Culture"

44.06.01 Education and Pedagogical Sciences; Theory and Methods of Teaching and Upbringing (Russian Language in General Education and Higher Education)

49.06.01 Physical Education and

Presentation of awards and titles

At the council meeting, several employees were presented with letters of gratitude, certificates of honor, and academic degrees. For their high level of creativity, professionalism, and worthy representation of Adyghe culture during the Days of Russian Culture in Morocco, First Vice-Rector Murat Bedanokov, on behalf of ASU, expressed gratitude to ASU graduate and Honored Artist of the Republic of Adygea and Karachay-Cherkessia Aslan Tlebz , who will become a lecturer at the ASU Institute of Arts in the new academic year. A certificate of appreciation was also presented to Asiet Baste , Associate Professor of the Department of Music and Choreography and Director of the Honored Folk Art Group of Russia, the folklore and ethnographic ensemble "Ashmez," and the ensemble's artists: Adam Kurashinov, Anzor Tlekhurai, Asker Sapiyev, Aidamir Shovkuyev, Khizir Bogus, Alan Bedanokov, and Bidanoko Zhyutu Nadzhati. A certificate of appreciation was also presented to Bella Khakunova, Assistant to the Head of the Republic of Adygea .

Next, Khazret Bagirokov , Doctor of Philology and Professor of the Department of Russian Philology at the Faculty of Adyghe Philology and Culture at ASU, was awarded the academic title of Professor in the specialty of "Theoretical, Applied, and Comparative Linguistics." Five other staff members were also awarded certificates conferring the academic title of Associate Professor. These were Dzhulieta Akhmetova, Dean of the Faculty of Adyghe Philology and Culture at ASU; Elena Skhalyakho , Associate Professor of the Department of English Philology at the Faculty of Foreign Languages ​​at ASU; Natalya Mudrova, Associate Professor of the Department of Russian History, Historiography, Theory, and Methodology of History at the Faculty of History at ASU; Zhanna Abregova , Lecturer of the Department of Russian History, Historiography, Theory, and Methodology of History at ASU ; and Kaplan Panesh, Part-Time Faculty Member of the Department of Management at Adyghe State University .

In addition, Inna Gaidareva, Deputy Director of the Institute of Law at ASU, was awarded the Certificate of Honor from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. Alexander Shambin , Senior Lecturer in the Department of Theoretical Physics at the Institute of Exact Sciences and Digital Technologies, received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.