Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas is a powerful and extensive educational and scientific-industrial complex, the main Carpathian regional educational organization of students and teachers. It carried out undergraduate and postgraduate educational activities and held technical high school and college educational activities.
History
The history of Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas dates back to 1960, when the Stanislav General Technical Faculty of Lviv Polytechnic Institute was established. The faculty boasted well-equipped laboratories for chemistry, physics, metal technology, material strength, general heat engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanics.
In 1963, the faculty was reorganized into the Ivano-Frankivsk Branch of Lviv Polytechnic Institute, with departments for the oil and gas industry and general engineering. Later, the petroleum faculty was also relocated here. Between 1963–1964, the university saw the emergence of new faculties, including the Mechanical Faculty (1963) and the Faculty of Automation and Economics (1966–1967). The institution developed rapidly. Postgraduate studies were launched in 1968. During the 1970s, the university expanded with the creation of a history museum, computing center, and educational-methodical department. The years 1978–1979 marked a period of active construction of academic buildings, a scientific and technical library, and a sports complex.
The core unit of the university was the Oil and Gas Industrial Faculty, from which the Mechanical, Geological Exploration, and Automation and Economics faculties were later derived. Additional faculties in Pipeline Engineering, Automation, and Electrification were also opened. In the 1971–1972 academic year, an Evening Faculty was established (functioning until 1993). In 1981, the university founded the Special Design and Technology Bureau “Nadra”, which specialized in oil and gas field development and played a key role in intensifying research and implementing scientific achievements in industry.
With Ukraine’s independence came significant reforms in higher education. In 1993, the university underwent state accreditation by the Intersectoral Accreditation Commission (IAC), which recognized the academic strength and reputation of IFNTUOG. The institute was accredited at the highest (IV) level. By Cabinet of Ministers Decree No. 244, dated April 20, 1994, the Ivano-Frankivsk State Technical University of Oil and Gas was established on the basis of the institute.
In May 1996, the Oil and Gas Technology Park was created at the university. At that time, 47 international students were enrolled, with the first cohort graduating in 1997.
In 2001, a Presidential Decree granted the university national status. From 2001 to 2009, the university undertook extensive reforms in line with the Bologna Declaration, aligning with European standards in higher education. This new status ushered in a period of dynamic development across all areas of training for professionals in Ukraine’s oil and gas sector.
International cooperation plays a vital role in the university’s academic and scientific life. Before the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, the university hosted students from 32 countries. IFNTUOG students now have the opportunity to study at institutions like the AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków (Poland), where they can earn European-standard Master’s degrees, and to complete internships and placements in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Canada, Turkey, Greece, and other countries.
The university has successfully implemented international research projects under various programs, including the 7th EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation, and Hungary–Slovakia–Romania–Ukraine Cross-Border Cooperation. IFNTUOG is actively integrating into the European research community.
University Today
Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas is a modern and dynamic educational and research institution. Today, it comprises six academic and research institutes, one faculty, a Research Institute of Oil and Gas Energy and Ecology, three colleges, a Physical and Technical Lyceum, a Department of Military Training, as well as postgraduate and doctoral programs. The university offers education in 30 specialties, featuring 136 educational programs at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels. Students can also pursue dual-degree programs in collaboration with leading educational institutions in Poland, the United Kingdom, and other countries.
Currently, more than 7,000 students, postgraduate and doctoral students, cadets, and pupils are enrolled at the university, including international students. Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas also offers dual education programs, allowing students to combine academic studies with hands-on experience at enterprises, institutions, and organizations. Over the past five years alone, 30 doctoral and over 110 PhD dissertations have been successfully defended at the university.
Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas consistently climbs national and international rankings. It is recognized as Ukraine’s top university for training professionals in the oil and gas industry, the #1 university in the Prykarpattia region in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2024 and Times Higher Education, 10th place among technical universities in Ukraine. Since November 2023, the university is an official member of the European University Association (EUA).
The university’s contributions to science and education have been recognized at the national level. Twenty-four staff members have been awarded the State Prize of Ukraine in Science and Technology, while three young researchers received the State Prize for Young Scientists in 2015. IFNTUOG is home to 8 Honored Scientists and Technicians of Ukraine and 12 Honored Educators of Ukraine, along with 1 academician of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, 53 Doctors of Science, and approximately 280 PhDs and associate professors.
Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas actively collaborates with leading universities and institutions both in Ukraine and abroad. It participates in numerous international educational and scientific projects. To date, the university has signed over 50 cooperation agreements with institutions from more than 20 countries around the world. Students and faculty benefit from academic mobility programs, funded by international technical assistance projects such as Erasmus+ and NAWA. Prestigious universities, including the Kielce University of Technology and AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków, offer our students opportunities to expand their knowledge and allow faculty to enhance their qualifications. The university also engages in joint scientific research with international partners from Romania, Hungary, and Slovakia. A number of projects have been successfully completed, are currently underway, or have been submitted for funding under the European Union’s Interreg VI-A NEXT program.
A distinctive feature of Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas is its strong intellectual focus on addressing national energy security challenges. The university’s scientific achievements contribute directly to strengthening Ukraine’s energy independence, especially by boosting domestic production of oil and gas and improving the diversification of energy supply.
University’s faculty and researchers are currently working on a comprehensive national program:
“Scientific and Organizational Framework for Increasing Domestic Oil and Gas Production and Diversifying Energy Supply to Enhance Ukraine’s Energy Security.” This strategic initiative is set to become a foundational element of Ukraine’s new energy strategy, with a strong emphasis on the oil and gas sector.
Over the years, the university has built a comprehensive material and technical base to support education and research. This includes: 12 academic and laboratory buildings, a well-stocked library, 8 student dormitories, a recreational center, a practical training base, extensive sports facilities, including a stadium, indoor track arena, swimming pool, and six sports halls.
Institutes and Faculties
- Institute of Petroleum Engineering
- Institute of Mechanical Engineering
- Institute of Tourism and Geosciences
- Institute of Economics and Management
- Institute of Architecture, Construction and Power Engineering
- Institute of Information Technologies
- Institute of Humanities and Public Administration
- Institute of Second Masters Degree
- Research Institute of Oil and Gas Energy and Ecology
- Department of Military Training
- Faculty of Automation and Power Engineering
Accommodation
Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas offers comfortable and affordable accommodation for its students in several university-managed dormitories located within easy reach of the main campus. These dormitories provide a safe, welcoming, and convenient living environment, fostering a strong student community and supporting academic success.
Students are accommodated in fully furnished rooms designed for two to four people. Each room is equipped with essential furniture for studying and living, including beds, desks, chairs, wardrobes, and shelving. All dormitories have modern facilities to meet the daily needs of residents:
- Study rooms and common areas for group projects and social interaction
- Shared kitchens on each floor, where students can prepare meals
- Laundry rooms equipped with washing machines
- Sports and fitness facilities, including gyms and recreation areas
- 24/7 access to hot and cold water in communal bathrooms and showers
Security is a top priority, with controlled access and staff on-site to ensure a safe environment.