Vocational education (Technology of light industry products)

The “Vocational Education (Technology of Light Industry Products)” educational and professional program is offered at the second (Master’s) level of higher education in Specialty A5 “Vocational Education,” specialization A5.36 “Technology of Light Industry Products.”

The program comprises 90 ECTS credits, with a standard duration of 1 year and 4 months of full-time (institutional) study. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded the qualification of Master of Vocational Education (Technology of Light Industry Products).

The aim of the program is to prepare highly qualified professionals capable of carrying out professional teaching activities, developing and implementing innovative educational technologies, designing light industry products, organizing vocational training for future professionals, and effectively addressing complex professional challenges in both educational and industrial settings.

The “Vocational Education (Technology of Light Industry Products)” educational and professional program is aimed at preparing competitive Master’s-level professionals who combine a high level of pedagogical, technological, and project-based training.

The program develops the ability to pursue professional careers in educational institutions at different levels and address current challenges in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of light industry products. During their studies, students deepen their knowledge of instructional design, psychology, modern educational technologies, comprehensive clothing design, marketing and merchandising, and project management. They also complete teaching internships and pre-graduation practical training and prepare a qualification thesis.

Particular attention is paid to developing leadership skills, teamwork, digital competencies, modern information technologies, and innovative approaches to vocational education.

Graduates can work as teachers and lecturers at vocational, professional pre-higher, and higher education institutions, engage in organizational and pedagogical, educational and methodological, and project activities, and hold positions related to the design and organization of production processes, management, and development of light industry enterprises, in line with current labor market requirements.