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Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (KNU)

Ukraine

Address: 60 Volodymyrska St, Kyiv, 01033, Ukraine

Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry

Established in 1834, KNU is a leading classical university in Ukraine. While comprehensive, it has strong faculties in natural sciences (physics, chemistry, biology), mathematics, and computer science.

Diplomas*:

Bachelor, Doctor, Master

Domains taught:

Chemistry, Ecology and Sustainability, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Nanotechnologies, Physics, Software Engineering

Status:

Public

Partnerships:

Extensive international network with over 400 partner universities; member of major international university associations.

Research:

Fundamental and applied research in areas like condensed matter physics, organic chemistry, molecular biology, cybersecurity, and materials science.

Famous Alumnis:

Mykhailo Drahomanov, Mykhailo Hrushevsky, Theodosius Dobzhansky

International recognition**:

Number of staff***:

5000

Current students***:

26000

Foreign students***:

10%

Cumulative former students***:

350000

Pros

Most prestigious classical university in Ukraine, strong fundamental science programs, rich history.

Cons

Highly competitive, large institution, some science facilities may need updates.

Best For

Fundamental Sciences and Computer Science

Biology, Chemistry, Cybersecurity, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, Mathematics, Research and Development, Sustainable Development

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*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.

**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:

known locally
known locally and internationally
is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications

***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.

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