The Kharkiv Petro Vasylenko National Technical University of Agriculture stands as a premier institution of higher education, renowned for its engineering and technical agricultural programs accredited at the IV level. It holds a prominent position in the landscape of agricultural education in Ukraine. Comprising 5 educational and research institutes, 1 faculty of technological systems and logistics, 1 institute of postgraduate education, a college of processing and food industry, Vovchansky College of KhNTUA, and a training center for retraining specialists of grain processing enterprises, the university offers a comprehensive array of educational opportunities. Presently, KhNTUA offers training in 26 specialties through both full-time and part-time study modes.
The educational endeavor is facilitated by a cadre of 328 full-time educators, including 68 doctors of sciences, 54 professors, 190 candidates of sciences, and 146 associate professors, with a notable 78.7% possessing academic degrees. The average age of the university’s research and teaching staff was 47 years in 2019. The Kharkiv Petro Vasylenko National Technical University of Agriculture ensures optimal conditions for students to receive a high-quality education in their chosen fields, offering internships, including opportunities abroad, to cultivate practical skills. In 2019, the university boasted a maximum contingent of 5,271 students, including 348 international students.
Active engagement in international initiatives underscores the commitment of the Kharkiv Petro Vasylenko National Technical University of Agriculture to integrate technical agricultural education into the European educational framework. Through three international educational scientific programs of double diplomas and memberships in prestigious international associations such as the Magna Charta Universitatum, the Higher Education International Alliance for Agrihusbandry, and the Eurasian University Association, KhNTUA exemplifies its global outlook. Noteworthy accolades include its 4th place ranking among 23 agricultural institutions of higher education in Ukraine according to the independent TOP-200 rating in 2019.
History
The establishment of the Kharkiv Petro Vasylenko National Technical University of Agriculture traces back to its inception as the Kharkiv Institute of Mechanization and Electrification of Agriculture, a pioneering institution in the realm of agricultural engineering education. Founded on July 23, 1930, by Resolution No. 40/237 of the Central Executive Committee and the Council of People’s Commissars of the USSR, the university emerged from the mechanization and electrification departments of the Kharkiv and Poltava Agricultural Institutes. During the tumultuous years of World War II, the institute underwent significant upheaval, being evacuated to Tashkent in September 1941 and later re-evacuated to Kharkiv in 1943. Subsequent developments saw the institute subordinated to the Ministry of Higher Education of the USSR in 1946.
Over the ensuing decades, the institute expanded its academic offerings, establishing faculties and departments to meet the evolving needs of the agricultural sector. Notable milestones include the opening of the Faculty of Agricultural Electrification in 1948 the introduction of specialized faculties for mechanical engineering and the training of managerial personnel for Machine-Tractor Stations (MTS) in 1953. Throughout its history, the institute underwent several changes in subordination, eventually coming under the purview of the Ministry of Agriculture of Ukraine in 1991. The university further solidified its international standing through the establishment of the Center for Sociological Studies of Villages, UNESCO Department “Philosophy of Human Communication,” and membership in various global associations.
In recognition of its contributions to agricultural education and research, the institute was reorganized as Kharkiv State Technical University of Agriculture in 2004, named after the eminent scientist Petro Vasylenko. Subsequently, it attained national status under the Ministry of Agrarian Policy of Ukraine. Further restructuring in 2015 saw the university placed under the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, affirming its commitment to academic excellence and innovation in agricultural engineering education.
Faculties and Institutes
- Faculty of Technological Systems and Logistics;
- Educational and Scientific Institute of Mechatronics and Management Systems;
- Educational and Scientific Institute of Energy and Computer Technologies;
- Educational and Scientific Institute of Technical Services;
- Educational and Scientific Institute of Processing and Food Production;
- Educational and Scientific Institute of Business, Management, and Law;
- Institute of Postgraduate Education.
Specialties
- Economics;
- Accounting and Taxation;
- Management;
- Marketing;
- Finance, Banking and Insurance;
- Public Administration;
- Tourism;
- Industrial Machinery Engineering;
- Building and Civil Engineering;
- Business, Trade, and Exchange Activities;
- Livestock Production and Processing Technologies of Animal Products;
- Agronomy;
- Law;
- Environmental Studies;
- Agricultural Engineering;
- Motor Vehicle Transport;
- Electrical Energetics, Electrical Engineering, and Electromechanics;
- Automation and Computer-Integrated Technologies;
- Computer Engineering;
- Biomedical Engineering;
- Industrial Machinery Engineering;
- Food Technology;
- Woodworking and Furniture Technologies;
- Forestry;
- Transport Technologies.
Accommodation
The dormitories at Kharkiv Petro Vasylenko National Technical University of Agriculture are designed with a block system layout for convenience. Rooms accommodate 2 or 3 occupants and are equipped with essential amenities. International students enjoy complimentary access to washing machines and gas stoves. Additionally, sports facilities are available on-site for recreational activities. The dormitory premises include parking lots, a football field, and relaxation areas. Nearby, students have access to various amenities such as shops, sports clubs, and cinemas. Student self-government initiatives organize events fostering unity among residents.
Shared facilities include kitchens, shower rooms, laundry rooms, and a sports hall. The surrounding area boasts additional amenities including designated parking areas, the Youth Recreation Park, and the Polytech sports complex, along with a vibrant catering infrastructure. Kitchens are well-equipped with gas appliances, dishwashers, washbasins, and separate balconies. Residents have access to sports grounds, shops, cafes, and sports clubs nearby. Complimentary facilities such as tennis tables, gas stoves, washing machines, and showers further enhance the living experience. Regular sanitary days encourage camaraderie among students as they collaborate to maintain cleanliness within the dormitory premises.