The overall objective of the project is to significantly improve the quality of MSc. studies in the field of Environment Protection in Armenia and Georgia on the basis of complex modernization of the curricula in line with the Bologna principles, Salzburg principles of EAU and best European practice.The curricula development will be firmly based on the analysis of the best practice obtained in Europe, target countries and beyond, and incorporate the latest innovations in educational technologies. The focus will be on close relations between postgraduate studies and research activities in order to equip the graduates with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills. University-society-industry links will play also a key role to guarantee high employability of graduates. In order to radically modernize the MSc. education in EP - technology-intensive domain of knowledge, the project will establish a unique inter-University education and research facility, which will be used for student projects, collaborative projects with external stakeholders and demonstration activities to reinforce links to the University environment and promote environment-friendly mindsets.The project consortium combines credible partners with diverse and mutually complementary expertise from the region of South Caucasus, as well as Italy, Portugal and Germany.
The overall objective of the project is to significantly improve the quality of postgraduate (MSc) studies in the field of EP in Armenia and Georgia on the basis of complex modernization of curricula. Operational objectives:-To study the best practices in postgraduate studies and on this basis to develop new and improve existing MSc curricula-To develop and establish innovative teaching/learning environments-To evaluate the project innovations and ensure their sustainability and uptake
Armenia and Georgia overcome fundamental changes in economic and political priorities, which leads to the new demand for specialists in the field of Environment Protection (EP). Georgia has prioritized the development of tourism and environmental agriculture to boost exports. Armenia puts its focus on organic agriculture. In order to implement the transition to the new economic models and ensure the competitiveness of regional economy all coestablish and maintain modern systems of EP. The MENVI
<< Background >> Armenia and Georgia overcome fundamental changes in economic and political priorities, which leads to the new demand for specialists in the field of Environment Protection (EP). Georgia has prioritized the development of tourism and environmental agriculture to boost exports. Armenia puts its focus on organic agriculture. In order to implement the transition to the new economic models and ensure the competitiveness of regional economy all coestablish and maintain modern systems of EP. The MENVI << Objectives >> The overall objective of the project is to significantly improve the quality of postgraduate (MSc) studies in the field of EP in Armenia and Georgia on the basis of complex modernization of curricula. Operational objectives:-To study the best practices in postgraduate studies and on this basis to develop new and improve existing MSc curricula-To develop and establish innovative teaching/learning environments-To evaluate the project innovations and ensure their sustainability and uptake << Implementation >> The project implementation included 3 phases:-Preparation: Comparative study of best European and regional practice in the field of University MSC curricula in the field of EP-Development: Building institutional capacities to develop modern EP educational programmes, including pilot development of curricula-Evaluation trial covering the delivery innovative curricula and teaching/learning activities (e.g. Summer Schools). Despite the COVID crisis, the planned impact has been delivered. << Results >> -20 new modules for the set of accredited MSc curricula in the area of EP, the total volume of 85 ECTS credits-Unique shared Education and Research infrastructure for research-based postgraduate studies in the field of EP -24 University teachers trained on modern methods of EP curricula development-In total, more than 200 students followed the new/improved EP curricula and participated in the project’s international Summer Schools-New level of professional networking in the region.