On 20 June 2024, the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, in collaboration with the National Erasmus+ Office in Kyrgyzstan, held a national seminar on the topic:
“Implementation of the Bologna Process in the Higher Education System of the Kyrgyz Republic.”
The seminar brought together representatives from universities, academic leadership, quality assurance experts, and policy makers to discuss the current state and future prospects of integrating Bologna Process principles into Kyrgyzstan’s higher education system.
The main objectives of the seminar were to:
Deepen understanding of the core principles and goals of the Bologna Process;
Address current challenges in implementing Bologna reforms in Kyrgyz universities;
Promote exchange of experiences and best practices among national stakeholders;
Develop practical recommendations to align national higher education with the European Higher Education Area (EHEA);
Clarify key components such as the credit system (ECTS), mutual recognition of qualifications, quality assurance, and academic mobility.
Participants engaged in thematic discussions and collaborative group work to analyze institutional practices, identify barriers, and generate actionable strategies for further progress.
The event highlighted the importance of modernizing the higher education system to better respond to international standards and labor market demands. A strong emphasis was placed on cooperation among educational institutions and government bodies to ensure a coordinated and sustainable reform process.
As a result of the seminar:
A clearer understanding of Bologna components was established among institutional stakeholders;
Common implementation challenges were identified and discussed;
Draft recommendations were produced to support the next stages of Bologna alignment in Kyrgyzstan.
📌 This seminar reflects the ongoing commitment of the Erasmus+ Programme to support policy dialogue, education reform, and internationalization of higher education systems across the region.
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