About Ukraine

General Information

• The population is 44 million;
• Territory 603,700 km² (the largest country in Europe);
• Capital Kyiv (Kiev);
• The State language is Ukrainian but English language is popular among the local population too;
• Ukraine is an Eastern European country bordered by Belarus, Moldova, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, and Poland. Its southern border runs along the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea coast;
• The Ukrainian Carpathians cover the southwestern corner of Western Ukraine. The capital city Kyiv is located on the Dnipro River in north-central Ukraine;
• Ukraine applied for EU membership in February 2022 and was granted EU candidate status in June 2022;
• Nowadays Ukraine is a NATO partner country, it is also a founding member of the United Nations, the Council of Europe, and the World Trade Organization.

Interesting Facts

There are some things you might not know about Ukraine but this country hides a lot of things to discover:

• Ukraine is home to seven sites protected by the UNESCO World Heritage List
• The Ukrainian language was rated the 3rd most beautiful language in 1934 among French and Persian
• Bus and tram services are known as the cheapest in Europe
• Arsenalna along Kyiv’s Sviatoshynsko-Brovarska train line is the world’s deepest metro station at 105.5 meters below the ground
• Ukraine is one of the youngest countries in the world
• Ukraine holds one of the biggest music festivals in the world Atlas Weekend
• Europe’s Oldest Coffee Houses were located in Ukraine
• Ukraine is considered one of the most educated nations in the world

High educational standards, inspiring natural beauty, and improved quality of life attract thousands of international students every year. Ukraine is the center of the economic, political, and cultural development of Europe. Nowadays Ukraine is the anthem of endless bravery, intelligence, and international union. Ukraine is a perfect country of opportunities for young and prominent specialists starting their careers and educational paths here each day.

Climate

Ukraine has a temperate continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm summers. Summer is generally the best time to discover the country from June to September), although it can occasionally be uncomfortably hot outside. The country enjoys a sufficient amount of sunshine and year-round rainfall, highly concentrated during the summer months (May to August).

January is the coldest month with daytime temperatures usually around 0°C, but in some cases, winter months can be quite colder with temperatures far below zero, about -20°C or lower with strong, cold northeasterly winds. In summer daytime temperatures reach 25-30°C, but sometimes quite higher, 35°C or more, especially in the inland areas. 

Life of an International Student In Ukraine

There is no big difference between Students’ Lives in Ukraine and other European countries or the USA. International students study, meet new people, hang out, learn new things, and travel around Europe as any Ukrainian student does. Most students prefer campus living and some rent apartments. Campuses have all the facilities for a safe and comfortable stay: libraries, hospitals, gyms, conference and concert halls, laboratories and other training facilities, and security.

When it comes to the language, it is recommended that students start learning the Ukrainian Language after coming here, and by the end of the first month, they will be able to buy things from markets, greet people, and use public transport. The Ukrainian Language should be a compulsory subject in student’s life in Ukraine so they will be able to communicate with other people, and classmates, and develop their professional skills. Learning a language is not easy, but if you visit the Preparatory Department to take a Ukrainian Language course, the learning process will be fast and enjoyable.

About Kyiv

Studies usually take 80% – 85% of the student’s time but they can still spend a lot of time on different activities and socializing. If you are a sociable person, our University is a perfect place for you. Kyiv is a modern city with lots of pubs, nightclubs, theatres, cinemas, and shopping malls. So if you want to combine studying and exploring the country with its culture and traditions, Kyiv is your perfect destination. Kyiv is the capital of Ukraine, and the center of economic, political, and cultural development. If you come to study in Ukraine to find the best job perspective, you will definitely succeed with it.

Multicultural Activities

Ukraine is a multicultural, multinational country that has always been famous for tolerance and great communication with its neighboring countries. The slogan of the European Union, «Unity in Diversity» represents Ukraine in the best way. The diversity of the country is the strength of Ukraine and not its weakness. Ukraine is a safe place for both native and international students alike. Safety measures have been put into place by the government for students during the whole period of staying here.

The number of international students in Ukraine has continually increased over the years. In 2011, there were 53,664 international students, in 2018 this number increased to 75,605. So there is no need to worry about integration or finding friends. The Academy student community is always friendly and acceptable, so you will never feel lonely here.

Sport Life

There are gyms and playgrounds in the territory of the dormitories and campuses in Ukraine. The most popular team sports among foreigners are football, volleyball, basketball, rugby, and cricket. Some students prefer tennis, badminton, and chess. If you are into sports, you can also find a lot of places to train in Kyiv city.

Sports culture in Ukraine is rapidly developing. Ukraine hosted the UEFA Euro 2012, surprising the guests with huge modern sports stadiums such as “Olimpiyskiy” in Kyiv, “Metallist” in Kharkiv, and “Arena Lviv” in Lviv.