FACULTY OF CULTURE AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

Iryna TRUSOVA

Dean of the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries, Honoured Worker of Culture of Ukraine

Address: Mala Shyianovska (Nemyrovych-Danchenko) Street, 2, Kyiv, Academic Building 4, Rooms 4-1409 and 4-1408

Contact telephone numbers: +38 044 25 68 474; +38 075 405 03 29

e-mail: fkki@knutd.edu.ua

Regulations of the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries

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FACULTY STAFF

	Daryna CHERNIAK, Deputy Dean for Student Affairs and Organisational Work, Candidate of Sociological Sciences, Associate Professor fkki@knutd.edu.ua chernyak.ds@knutd.edu.ua Telephone: +38-044-280-10-80
	Denys KOCHERZHUK, Deputy Dean for Research and Teaching, fkki@knutd.edu.ua kocherzhuk.dv@knutd.edu.ua Phone: +38-044-280-10-80, +38068-657-37-19
	Tetiana IHOLNIKOVA Curriculum Specialist, fkki@knutd.edu.ua Phone: +38-044-280-10-80, +38068-657-37-19
	Viktoria MYKHAILYK, Senior Specialist at the Dean’s Office fkki@knutd.edu.ua Telephone: +38-044-280-10-80
	Оlha PORTNIAHINA, Dean’s Office Specialist fkki@knutd.edu.ua Telephone: +38-044-280-10-80

About of the Faculty

The Faculty’s mission is to create a modern educational, academic and creative environment for training leaders in the creative industries, the socio-cultural sector, the service sector and the health sector. We train professionals who research and preserve cultural heritage, create national artistic works, develop the tourism and hospitality industry, facilitate international communication and implement technologies for a healthy lifestyle.

Our aim is to provide high-quality humanities and professional education that combines cultural studies, museology, classical arts, digital innovation, international communication, modern service management and fitness technologies. We aim to train competitive specialists (cultural studies experts, museum curators, performing artists, digital artists, translators, and experts in hospitality and sport) who are capable of operating effectively in today’s market conditions and developing the country’s human capital.

Tasks:

to train cultural studies specialists and museum professionals capable of analysing cultural processes, effectively managing museum spaces and shaping relevant socio-cultural policy;
to promote the professional development of theatre and film actors and digital artists to facilitate the realisation of innovative artistic projects;
to train specialists in English translation and business communication to integrate Ukrainian culture and business into the global context;
to train leaders for the tourism, hospitality and catering sectors in accordance with modern service management standards;
to train specialists in physical education, fitness and wellness technologies to improve the quality of life for society.

UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS 2026

SCHEDULE OF INTERVIEWS AND CREATIVE COMPETITIONS

on a state order

ГРАФІК ПРОВЕДЕННЯ СПІВБЕСІД, ТВОРЧИХ КОНКУРСІВ

за кошти фізичних та/або юридичних осіб

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SPECIALISATION B6: PERFORMING ARTS (STUDY PROGRAMME: ‘THE ART OF THE THEATRE AND FILM ACTOR’)

SPECIALTY B4: VISUAL ARTS AND RESTORATION (EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME: ‘DIGITAL ART’)

SPECIALTY B11: PHILOLOGY (EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME: ‘ENGLISH LANGUAGE: TRANSLATION IN BUSINESS COMMUNICATION’)

SPECIALTY J2 PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME "HOTEL AND RESTAURANT BUSINESS"

(EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME “HOTEL, RESTAURANT AND CATERING BUSINESS - RESTAURANT AND CATERING BUSINESS”),

SPECIALTY J3 TOURISM AND RECREATION (EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME “TOURISM”)

SPECIALISATION A07 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT

(EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME “FITNESS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES”,

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME "PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT”)

DEPARTMENTS

Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant Business

Performing Arts and Culture

Digital Art

Philology and Translation

Physical Education and Health

SPECIALTIES AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS THE FACULTY TRAINS BACHELORS, MASTERS AND DOCTORS OF PHILOSOPHY IS CARRIED OUT

Specialty		Educational Programme	Graduating Department
Code	Name	Educational Programme	Graduating Department
Bachelor’s Degree Programmes
A7	Physical Education and Sports	Fitness and Physical Wellness Technologies	BFR	FKS Department of Physical Education and Health
B4	Fine Arts and Restoration (Visual Arts)	Digital Arts	BCM	CM Department of Digital Arts
B6	Performing Arts (Stage Arts)	Acting for Theatre and Film	BSM	SMK Department of Performing Arts and Culture
В11	Philology (by specialisations) / Specialisation B11.041 Germanic Languages and Literatures (including Translation), first language – English	English Language: Translation in Business Communication	BAM	FP Department of Philology and Translation Studies
B12	Cultural Studies and Museum Studies	Cultural Studies (Visual Arts and Cultural Project Management)	BVM	SMK Department of Performing Arts and Culture
J2	Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Management	Hotel and Restaurant Management	BGRS	TGRB Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management
J3	Tourism and Recreation	Tourism	BTUR	TGRB Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management
Master’s Degree Programmes
A7	Physical Education and Sports	Physical Education and Sports	MgFKS	FKS Department of Physical Education and Health
J2	Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Management	Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Management	MgHRS	TGRB Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management
B12	Cultural Studies and Museum Studies	Project-based cultural studies	MgK	SMK Department of Performing Arts and Culture
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programmes
B12	Cultural Studies and Museum Studies	Cultural Studies	DFK	SMK Department of Performing Arts and Culture

Duration of Study:

Bachelor’s degree – 3 years 10 months

Master’s degree – 1 year 4 months

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – 4 years

PROFESSIONAL PATHWAY AND CAREER START
(EDUCATIONAL PROSPECTS)

Educational and Professional Programme ‘DIGITAL ART’

(Specialty B4: VISUAL ARTS AND RESTORATION, first (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME aims to train competitive specialists in the creative industries who combine academic artistic training with modern digital technologies for creating visual content. During their studies, students master academic drawing, painting, composition, art history, colour theory, concept art, digital fine art, sculpting, artistic design and other disciplines that shape a comprehensive understanding of contemporary artistic practice. The programme develops practical skills in creating digital illustrations, concept art, characters, and artistic design for computer games, animation and multimedia projects; working with professional graphics software; preparing a personal portfolio; and presenting creative projects within national and international professional circles.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training for students takes place during academic, industrial and pre-graduation placements, which are carried out in design studios, creative workshops, advertising agencies, IT companies, publishing houses, cultural institutions, arts organisations and other enterprises within the creative industries. Graduates of the programme can work as: concept artists; digital artists; 2D artists, illustrators, character and digital environment artists, computer game artists, production artists, graphic designers, art consultants, and specialists in the creation of digital visual content, in design studios, IT companies and game development studios; in film and animation studios, publishing houses, and advertising agencies; in museums, art galleries, and cultural and artistic institutions; and as independent artists and freelancers on international digital platforms.

ADVANTAGES OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME

a unique combination of academic art education and modern digital technologies;
contemporary disciplines: concept art, digital fine art, sculpting, and artistic and technological design of contemporary fine art objects;
building a professional portfolio whilst still studying;
practice-oriented learning involving the completion of real-world creative projects;
mastery of modern software for digital graphics, digital illustration, concept art and the creation of visual content;
combining traditional artistic techniques with digital tools for creating artistic projects;
opportunities for professional development within Ukraine’s creative industries and the international digital landscape;
teaching delivered by practising artists, designers and specialists from the creative industries.

Educational and Professional Programme ‘THE ART OF THE THEATRE AND FILM ACTOR’

(specialty B6 PERFORMING ARTS, first (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME is designed to train competitive specialists in acting, capable of working effectively within the context of contemporary theatre and cinema. During their studies, students acquire knowledge of the specific features of acting in theatre and film, directing performers, organising the creative process in amateur and professional artistic groups, as well as the interaction of those involved in the performing arts at national and international levels. The programme develops practical skills in stage and screen acting, voice-over techniques, leading creative groups (studios, circles, interest clubs), organising leisure and cultural-artistic activities, as well as musical and artistic direction of stage projects.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training and subsequent employment for students take place at leading theatre and film institutions in Ukraine. Graduates of the programme can work as theatre, film and variety performers; film and theatre directors; specialists in the fields of film and theatre; announcers; leaders of amateur children’s groups (clubs, studios); leisure activity organisers; heads of studios specialising in various art forms and creative pursuits, as well as amateur associations and interest clubs; and stage and artistic directors.

ADVANTAGES OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME

unique, practice-oriented courses in acting;
in-depth, practice-oriented training involving specialists in theatre and film arts;
opportunities for creative expression on the stages and film sets of leading artistic groups;
collaboration with leading theatre and film organisations in the sector.

Educational and Professional Programme ‘CULTURAL STUDIES’

(specialty B12 CULTURAL STUDIES AND MUSEUM STUDIES, first (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME is designed to train competitive specialists in the field of cultural industries, capable of working effectively within the modern cultural and creative environment. During their studies, students acquire knowledge of the organisation and development of cultural industries, the management of cultural projects, guided tours and museum and gallery activities, as well as the interaction of stakeholders in the cultural sector at national and international levels. The programme develops practical skills in creative entrepreneurship within the cultural sector, focused on the production, promotion and commercialisation of cultural and artistic works, services and activities linked to humanity’s cultural and historical heritage, as well as skills in cultural management and the preservation of historical and cultural monuments.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training and subsequent employment for students take place at enterprises, organisations and institutions operating in the cultural sector in Ukraine and abroad. Graduates of the programme may work in research, educational and arts institutions, the cultural and creative industries, event agencies, government bodies, the media, cultural institutions, state bodies and non-governmental organisations involved in cultural management and the preservation of historical and cultural heritage, as well as working as tour guides and guides.

ADVANTAGES OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME

unique, practice-oriented modules in cultural project management and creative entrepreneurship;
the acquisition of practical skills in tour guiding and museum and gallery operations;
in-depth, practice-oriented training involving specialists from the cultural and creative industries;
collaboration with leading cultural, museum and civil society organisations in the sector.

The ‘PROJECT-BASED CULTURAL STUDIES’ educational and professional programme

(specialty B12 CULTURAL STUDIES AND MUSEUM STUDIES, second (master’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME is designed to train highly qualified, competitive cultural studies specialists capable of developing, implementing and managing cultural and creative projects in the context of contemporary socio-cultural transformations. During their studies, students acquire in-depth knowledge of the theory and methodology of cultural project design, strategic management in the cultural and creative industries, the development and implementation of cultural and artistic projects, as well as the interaction of stakeholders in the cultural sector at national and international levels, particularly in the context of intercultural communication and the digital transformation of culture. The programme develops practical skills in devising concepts and business models for cultural projects, fundraising and grant-writing, project management in the cultural sector, and assessing the socio-cultural and economic effectiveness of projects, as well as skills in team and resource management within the cultural and creative industries.

INTERNSHIPS AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training and subsequent employment opportunities for students are provided by leading cultural, artistic and creative institutions in Ukraine and abroad, as well as through international cultural projects and grant programmes. Graduates of the programme can work as directors and managers of cultural projects; cultural management specialists in central and local government bodies; staff in the cultural and creative industries, event agencies, museums, galleries, festivals and arts organisations; fundraising and grant-writing specialists; analysts and consultants in the field of cultural policy; and lecturers and researchers at higher education institutions.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PROGRAMME

unique, practice-oriented modules on cultural project management and grant-writing;
in-depth, practice-oriented training involving practitioners from the cultural and creative industries;
the opportunity to implement your own cultural project as part of the course, with the support of lecturer-mentors;
collaboration with leading cultural institutions, grant-awarding bodies and international partners in the sector.

Educational and Research Programme ‘CULTURAL STUDIES’

(Specialty B12: CULTURAL STUDIES AND MUSEUM STUDIES, third (educational and research) level of higher education, Doctor of Philosophy)

The educational and research programme is designed to train competitive PhD graduates in the field of cultural studies, capable of conducting independent research and solving complex problems in the sphere of culture amidst contemporary socio-cultural transformations. During their studies, students acquire in-depth knowledge of the theory and history of culture, the methodology of cultural studies, and the philosophy of science, as well as practical skills in organising and conducting original research, critically analysing cultural phenomena, preparing academic publications, and participating in international academic discourse. The educational and research programme develops the ability to independently design and carry out dissertation research, apply modern methods of cultural studies analysis, teach cultural studies disciplines at higher education institutions, and undertake expert and advisory work in the fields of cultural policy, cultural heritage protection, and the development of cultural and creative industries.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical (teaching and research) training and subsequent employment of graduates take place in research institutions, higher education institutions, and cultural and arts organisations in Ukraine and abroad. Graduates of the educational and research programme may work as research staff at research institutions; as lecturers and academic staff at higher education institutions; experts and analysts in the field of cultural policy; managers of research and cultural projects; specialists in government bodies responsible for cultural affairs, the protection of historical and cultural heritage, and museology; and consultants for international cultural and scientific organisations.

BENEFITS OF THE EDUCATIONAL AND RESEARCH PROGRAMME

personalised educational and research pathway under the guidance of leading cultural studies scholars;
in-depth methodological training and the development of academic writing skills and publication activity, particularly in journals indexed by Scopus/Web of Science;
opportunities for internships and participation in international research projects, conferences and research networks;
support for dissertation research at all stages — from the formulation of the research problem to the defence.

Educational and Professional Programme ‘TOURISM’

(specialty J3 TOURISM AND RECREATION, first (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME is designed to train competitive tourism professionals capable of working effectively in the modern tourism services market. During their studies, students acquire knowledge of the specific features of organising inbound, outbound and domestic tourism, the functioning of tourism enterprises, the development and marketing of tourism products, as well as the interaction between participants in the tourism market at national and international levels.

The programme develops practical skills in using specialised tourism software, organising services for individual tourists and organised groups, designing itineraries, promoting tourism services, and evaluating the effectiveness of tourism activities at the level of the enterprise, destination, region and country.

WORK PLACEMENT AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training and subsequent employment for students are arranged with leading companies in the tourism and hospitality sector in Ukraine and abroad. Graduates of the programme can work in travel agencies, tour operators, excursion bureaux, hotels, restaurants, resort complexes, on cruise ships, in the fields of event tourism, the MICE industry, event technology, marketing, digital promotion and tourism destination management.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PROGRAMME

unique, practice-oriented modules;
mastery of modern information technologies in the tourism and hospitality sector, including Amadeus, ‘MoiTuristy’, Sabre, Servio HMS, Servio POS, Poster POS and QGIS;
in-depth, practice-oriented training involving specialists from the tourism, hotel and restaurant sectors;
collaboration with leading companies and organisations in the industry;
opportunity to study certain modules in English;
work placements and internships in Ukraine and abroad;
participation by students in national and international competitions, professional events and Erasmus+ academic mobility programmes;
lectures, training sessions and masterclasses delivered by lecturers from foreign universities and industry practitioners;
the high professional calibre of the department’s academic and teaching staff;
creative, open and friendly learning environment.

Professional Educational Programme "HOTEL AND RESTAURANT BUSINESS"

(specialialty J2: HOTEL, RESTAURANT AND CATERING BUSINESS, first (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME is designed to train competitive specialists for the hotel and restaurant business, restaurant service, catering, the hospitality industry and the management of HoReCa enterprises. During their studies, students acquire knowledge of the organisation of hotels, restaurants, catering establishments, catering companies, reception and accommodation services, restaurant service, service quality management, shaping the customer experience and ensuring the effective operation of hospitality industry enterprises. The programme develops practical skills in organising hotel, restaurant and catering services; personnel management; menu and service product development; planning banquets, receptions and off-site catering; service quality control; the use of modern digital technologies; and evaluating the performance of businesses in the hotel and restaurant sector.

WORK PLACEMENT AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training and subsequent employment for students take place at leading enterprises in the hotel and restaurant sector, restaurant chains, hotels, catering companies, tourism and leisure complexes, leisure facilities, event agencies and service organisations in Ukraine and abroad. By choosing the ‘Hotel and Restaurant Management’ programme at KNUTD, students receive a modern professional education, gain practical skills, build professional networks and secure opportunities for a successful career in the fields of hospitality, restaurant service, catering and entrepreneurship. Graduates of the programme can work in hotels, restaurants, cafés, bars, catering companies, food service providers, conference services, banquet services, fast-food outlets, resort and leisure complexes, as well as start their own businesses in the hospitality sector.

BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAMME

modern, practice-oriented training for the hotel, restaurant and catering sectors;
study of subjects focused on the organisation of operational management and the auditing of hotel, restaurant and off-site catering services;
the mastery and integration of innovative information technologies in the hospitality sector, in particular automation and business analytics systems (Servio HMS, Servio POS, Poster POS, Ultra);
in-depth management practice involving top managers and owners of hotels, restaurants, restaurant chains, catering companies and the events industry;
opportunity to undertake work placements and carry out consultancy projects at organisations in the hotel and restaurant sector in Ukraine and abroad;
participation of students in international professional events, management training courses, scientific and practical conferences, and Erasmus+ academic mobility programmes;
involvement of leading business experts, top managers from the hospitality sector and professors from foreign universities in the educational process;
development of strategic entrepreneurial thinking, leadership skills (soft skills) and the ability to manage large-scale projects in the HoReCa sector;
high professional calibre of the department’s academic and teaching staff, who possess experience in both research and practical work;
creative, open, academic and friendly learning environment.

Professional Educational Programme "HOTEL AND RESTAURANT BUSINESS"

(specialty J2: HOTEL, RESTAURANT AND CATERING BUSINESS, second (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The Professional Educational Programme "Hotel and Restaurant Business" is designed to prepare competitive executives and top managers for the hotel and restaurant sector, the international hospitality industry, chain restaurant operations, catering, and the strategic management of HoReCa enterprises. Throughout the programme, students acquire advanced knowledge of strategic management, financial and economic analysis, international service standards, crisis management, quality management, customer experience (CX) management, and the modelling of efficient operations of large-scale hospitality enterprises. The programme develops managerial competencies in organising and optimising hotel, restaurant, and catering businesses; strategic human resource management and corporate culture development; the design of innovative service products and brand concepts; risk management; the implementation of modern digital technologies; as well as conducting audits and comprehensive performance evaluations of hospitality enterprises.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Managerial and research training, as well as subsequent employment, are carried out in leading hotel and restaurant enterprises, international restaurant chains, premium-class hotels, major catering companies, tourism and recreation complexes, and consulting agencies in Ukraine and abroad. By choosing the Master's Professional Educational Programme "Hotel and Restaurant Business" at Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design (KNUTD), students receive a high-quality professional education, develop strategic management competencies, expand their professional networks, and gain access to excellent career opportunities in top management positions within the hospitality industry, restaurant business, and entrepreneurship. Graduates of the programme are qualified to work as hotel and restaurant directors and general managers, heads of departments in HoReCa companies, senior business analysts, auditors, business development consultants, managers of banquet and conference services, or to establish and successfully expand their own hospitality businesses.

BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAMME

modern, practice-oriented training for the hotel, restaurant and catering sectors;
study of subjects focused on the organisation of operational management and the auditing of hotel, restaurant and off-site catering services;
the mastery and integration of innovative information technologies in the hospitality sector, in particular automation and business analytics systems (Servio HMS, Servio POS, Poster POS, Ultra);
in-depth management practice involving top managers and owners of hotels, restaurants, restaurant chains, catering companies and the events industry;
opportunity to undertake work placements and carry out consultancy projects at organisations in the hotel and restaurant sector in Ukraine and abroad;
participation of students in international professional events, management training courses, scientific and practical conferences, and Erasmus+ academic mobility programmes;
involvement of leading business experts, top managers from the hospitality sector and professors from foreign universities in the educational process;
development of strategic entrepreneurial thinking, leadership skills (soft skills) and the ability to manage large-scale projects in the HoReCa sector;
high professional calibre of the department’s academic and teaching staff, who possess experience in both research and practical work;
creative, open, academic and friendly learning environment.

Professional Educational Programme ‘English Language: Translation in Business Communication ’

(degree programme B12 PHILOLOGY (by specialisations), first (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME is designed to develop modern linguistic, translation and intercultural competences necessary for carrying out two-way English-Ukrainian translation of various genres of business-style texts in the fields of economics, business, science and technology. During their studies, students acquire knowledge of the theory and practice of translation, business documentation, linguistic analysis of texts, the specifics of scientific, technical and economic terminology, as well as the characteristics of intercultural interaction and the organisation of information exchange in a global professional environment. The programme develops practical skills in professional oral and written communication, summarising and editing texts, conducting international negotiations, providing language support for business projects, utilising modern information and digital technologies in translation work, and acting as a linguistic and cultural mediator.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training and subsequent employment opportunities for students are provided by leading national and international companies, translation agencies, translation and analytical departments within organisations, media outlets, institutions in the financial and economic sector, and service organisations in Ukraine and abroad. Graduates of the programme can work as translators (both interpreters and translators), language assistants, interpreter-guides, public relations and international cooperation managers, analysts and experts in intercultural communication within international companies and the media, as well as run their own businesses in the field of translation services.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PROGRAMME

modern practice-oriented philological education with a strong focus on business communication and international business;
specialised courses designed to develop proficiency in two-way English–Ukrainian translation in the fields of economics, science, and technology;
development of advanced skills in simultaneous, consecutive, and written translation at a professional level;
extensive practical training delivered with the participation of experienced practitioners, leading translators, and experts in intercultural communication;
mastery of modern digital translation technologies, including Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools, terminology management systems, and other information technologies;
opportunities to undertake internships in translation and analytical departments of companies, media organisations, and other institutions;
participation in workshops, seminars, and scientific and practical events;
development of analytical and critical thinking, leadership skills, and the ability to manage information flows effectively at different organisational levels;
highly qualified academic staff with extensive teaching and professional expertise at the graduating department;
creative, open, and supportive learning environment.

Professional Educational Programme ‘FITNESS AND PHYSICAL HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES (FITNESS AND RECREATION)’

(specialty A7 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT, first (bachelor’s) level of higher education)

The EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME is designed to develop the modern professional competencies required to organise and conduct physical education and health-promoting classes, fitness programmes and recreational activities for various population groups. During their studies, students acquire knowledge of the theory and methodology of physical education, the anatomical and physiological foundations of physical activity, modern fitness technologies, management and marketing in the field of health and wellness services, as well as the specifics of organising active leisure and a healthy lifestyle. The curriculum develops practical skills in designing individual and group training programmes, assessing physical fitness, ensuring the safety of sessions, interacting effectively with clients and visitors, using modern sports equipment and health monitoring technologies, and successfully implementing health, sports and recreational projects.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Practical training and subsequent employment for students take place in fitness centres, gyms, sports facilities, physical education and health organisations, and children’s and youth sports schools. Graduates of the programme can work at holiday resorts, sanatoriums and health resorts, and wellness centres in Ukraine and abroad. Specialists may hold positions such as fitness trainer, training centre (gym) instructor-methodologist, physical education and sport instructor-methodologist, sports school instructor-methodologist, or leisure (recreation) organisation specialist, as well as run their own businesses providing health, sports and recreational services.

ADVANTAGES OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME

modern, practice-oriented education in the field of physical education, with a focus on innovative fitness technologies and the leisure industry;
study of subjects aimed at mastering the specifics of designing personalised training plans and health programmes for people of all ages;
development of skills in leading group classes in the most popular areas of modern fitness to a high professional standard;
in-depth practical training involving practising professionals, leading fitness trainers and experts in physical recreation;
the opportunity to undertake work placements and internships at fitness clubs and health centres;
development of communication skills, leadership qualities, psychological resilience and the ability to organise client service effectively at any level;
high professional calibre of the academic and teaching staff in the graduating department, who possess practical experience in the field of sport and fitness;
creative, open and motivating learning environment that inspires a healthy lifestyle.

Professional Educational Programme "PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT"

(Specialty A7 PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT, Second (Master's) Level of Higher Education)

The Professional Educational Programme "Physical Education and Sport" is designed to develop advanced professional, research, and managerial competencies required for designing, strategically planning, and implementing innovative technologies in the field of physical education and sport at both national and international levels.

PRACTICAL TRAINING AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The practical component of the programme focuses on research, experimental, and managerial activities. Training is carried out at leading sports clubs and sports complexes, educational and training centres, research institutions, as well as public and municipal authorities responsible for physical education and sport in Ukraine and abroad.

Graduates of the Master's programme are qualified to pursue advanced professional careers and may hold positions in educational institutions, organisations, enterprises of various forms of ownership, public authorities responsible for physical education and sport at national, regional, and local levels, as well as non-governmental sports organisations. Typical career opportunities include: Lecturer at a Higher Education Institution; Physical Education Methodologist; Adaptive Sport Specialist; Instructor at a Training Centre; Head of a Sports Section.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PROGRAMME

familiarity with contemporary research and current best practices in physical education and sport;
development and expert evaluation of individual physical activity programmes based on athletes' physiological and biomechanical characteristics;
study of strategic management, crisis management, HR technologies, and customer service systems in the sports industry;
acquisition of modern IT solutions and analytical tools for evaluating training effectiveness, including artificial intelligence technologies;
participation in international grant projects, academic conferences, and scientific publications;
involvement of leading sports industry managers, distinguished scholars, and international experts in the educational process;
development of coaching, public speaking, negotiation, leadership, and team management skills.

FACULTY RESEARCH AREAS

	CONTEMPORARY RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN TOURISM AND THE HOTEL AND RESTAURANT BUSINESS DURING THE WAR AND THE POST-WAR RECOVERY PERIOD Research Supervisor: O. A. Sushchenko, Doctor of Economics, Professor Department of Tourism and Hotel & Restaurant Business
	SYNTHESIS OF TRADITIONAL AND DIGITAL ARTISTIC PRACTICES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNIQUES AND STYLES OF CONTEMPORARY FINE ART Research Supervisor: L.M. Koval, Doctor of Technical Sciences, Member of the Union of Designers of Ukraine, Academician of the National Academy of Higher Education Sciences of Ukraine. Department of Digital Art
	COGNITIVE-DISCOURSIVE AND LINGUOCULTURAL PARADIGMS OF TEXT ANALYSIS IN CONTEMPORARY PHILOLOGY: TRANSLATION STUDIES AND DIDACTIC DIMENSIONS Academic Supervisor: Y. V. Boiko, Doctor of Philological Sciences, Professor Department of Philology and Translation
	ART AS A SPACE FOR THE DIALOGUE OF CULTURES AND CONCEPTS: HISTORY, PRACTICE, MODERNITY, AND PROSPECTS Academic Supervisor: V. V. Burnazova, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor Department of Performing Arts and Culture
	SOCIO-PEDAGOGICAL ASPECTS OF PROMOTING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS THROUGH PHYSICAL EDUCATION Academic Supervisor: L. M. Tomich, Candidate of Medical Sciences, Associate Professor Department of Physical Education and Health

STUDENT RESEARCH GROUPS OF THE FACULTY OF CULTURE AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

At the Department of Performing Arts and Culture, several student research groups are actively engaged in academic and creative activities, including “Stage Dialogue”, Philosophical Issues of the Modern World”, “Indigo”, and “Kalokagathia”. These groups prepare students for participation in national and international scientific and creative events. Within the framework of their activities, academic supervisors provide methodological guidance throughout the students' research process, organize academic and public events, and facilitate meetings between students and representatives of artistic and cultural institutions;
At the Department of Tourism and Hotel and Restaurant Business, two student research groups operate: “Cross-Cultural Management and Business Communication Skills in the Hospitality Industry”, “Current Trends in Tourism Development and Tourism Research in Times of Crisis”. These groups actively engage students in a wide range of academic and professional activities, including participation in start-up projects and national and international scientific conferences. Among these are the All-Ukrainian Scientific Conference of Young Scientists and Students "Innovation in Education, Science and Business: Challenges and Opportunities", the All-Ukrainian Scientific and Practical Conference "Integration of Science and Education: Development of Cultural and Creative Industries" (2025), and the International Scientific and Practical Conference "Synergy of Tourism, Hospitality, and Creative Industries: Education, Research, and Practice" (2026), as well as other academic events;
At the Department of Digital Art, the Sketching Club student research group brings together students interested in exploring the multifaceted world of sketching and its impact on creativity, visual art, and visual perception. Within the framework of the club's activities, its academic supervisors foster an environment that encourages creative experimentation, research, and the exchange of ideas;
Аt the Department of Philology and Translation, the following student research groups are actively engaged in academic activities: The Art of Translation, Professional Education and Foreign Language Communication, Business-Oriented Communication, Intercultural Communication in the German-Speaking World, Young Linguists’ School, and Ukrainian Language in Professional Communication. Through participation in these research groups, students develop the skills necessary to search for, analyze, and critically evaluate scholarly literature while mastering the theory and methodology of academic research. By working with foreign-language sources and engaging in research-oriented linguistic activities, they deepen their professional knowledge and enhance their ability to communicate effectively in foreign languages on both general academic and specialized topics;
At the Department of Physical Education and Health, two student research groups are actively engaged in academic and research activities: “Fitness and Recreation” and “Sports Pedagogy”. Under the guidance of the department’s academic staff, students prepare presentations for international and national conferences, participate in round-table discussions and research seminars, and engage in independent research. Members of these research groups have the opportunity to develop their research skills, work on their own projects, present their findings at academic conferences, and participate in start-up initiatives. These activities foster the development of professional competencies, enhance critical thinking, and facilitate the integration of students’ innovative ideas into the contemporary educational environment.

A study by the World Economic Forum has shown that creativity is becoming one of the three most important skills that employers will value in their staff. Consequently, education must also respond to the challenges of the modern world! KNUTD is not only a recognised institution of higher education, but also a community of creative young professionals. We want to be not just lecturers, but facilitators of a creative community!

Creativity can only be taught when you demonstrate your own creative approach to everything. The Faculty constantly adapts its curricula to modern requirements and pan-European values, invites interesting guest lecturers, listens to students’ needs, and exchanges views with professionals in the labour market. Significant attention is paid to international work placements and the study of foreign languages for professional communication.

International Cooperation

The Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries has established partnerships with educational institutions and organisations in Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Poland and Turkey, where students have the opportunity to undertake professional placements relevant to their specialisation. In addition, students at the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries have the opportunity to obtain a double degree at leading higher education institutions in European countries.

Lecturers from the Faculty undertake placements at leading European higher education institutions: Schiller International University (Paris, France), the Pan-European University (Bratislava, Slovakia), the Central European University (Skalica, Slovakia) and others.

Furthermore, students and lecturers at the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries can take part in international academic mobility programmes, participate in research projects, placements and study exchanges under the Erasmus+ KA171 programme, in accordance with existing inter-institutional agreements.

The Faculty collaborates with a number of leading higher education institutions in Europe, including:

Riga Technical University (Latvia)
Lavoslav Ružička University of Applied Sciences in Vukovar (Croatia)
Uşak University (Türkiye)
Estonian Entrepreneurship University of Applied Sciences (Estonia)
PAR University of Applied Sciences (Croatia)
International Balkan University (North Macedonia)
King Michael I University of Applied Sciences (Romania)
Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design (Poland)
RISEBA University of Applied Sciences (Latvia)
University of Messina (Italy)
University of Foggia (Italy)
University of Granada (Spain)
Regensburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany)
International Academy of Applied Sciences in Łomża (Poland)

Thanks to the Faculty's well-established system of international cooperation, students and academic staff have the opportunity to study and teach under academic mobility programmes, participate in international research projects, undertake professional internships, and implement joint educational and research initiatives with international partner institutions.

In addition, students have the opportunity to pursue double degree programmes at leading higher education institutions across Europe.

Students

In our work with students, considerable attention is paid to the faculty’s creative and research activities. Students take part in the International Scientific and Practical Conference ‘Synergy of Tourism, Hospitality and Creative Industries: Education, Science, Practice’, the International Conference ‘Dialogue of Cultures in the European Educational Area’, the start-up project competition ‘Innovation in Education, Science and Business: Challenges and Opportunities’, the International ‘Single Image’ and New Year and Christmas Decoration Competition ‘Chestnut Constellation’, the All-Ukrainian Competition for Student Research Papers, Foreign Language Weeks, the Petro Yatsyk Ukrainian Language Competition, the International Ukrainian Spelling Competition (for learners studying Ukrainian as a foreign language), the All-Ukrainian Student Translation Competition ‘The Artistic Word in World Culture’, the All-Ukrainian Youth Creative Competition ‘KRYLA’, as well as in sports tournaments, competitions, sports days and so on.

At the Faculty, as throughout Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design, a healthy lifestyle is actively promoted. The Faculty also organises mass physical education, recreational and sports activities, as well as a wide range of other student events.

For outstanding academic achievement and active participation in community life, the best students are nominated for named scholarships from the President of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the Mayor of Kyiv and the KNUTD Council.

Students at the faculty have access to the university library – one of the largest among Kyiv’s higher education institutions. It houses over a million copies of scientific, technical and literary works, as well as periodicals. KNUTD has also created all the necessary conditions for using a modern digital library.

One of the faculty’s key achievements in 2025 was the successful accreditation of three bachelor’s degree programmes (Digital Art, Acting and Production, and Visual Art and Cultural Project Management).

STUDENT SELF-GOVERNANCE

The student self-government of the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries is an integral part of the university’s self-governance system and an important element in improving the educational process. Its activities are aimed at fostering greater social engagement within the student community, as well as encouraging initiative and a sense of responsibility for the tasks entrusted to them. Significant attention is also paid to national and patriotic education, as well as to promoting the harmonious personal development of students and helping them acquire the qualities and skills of a leader, organiser and manager.

The Student Council represents the interests of all students at the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries, regardless of race, political, religious or other beliefs, gender, ethnic or social background, nationality, financial status, place of residence, language or other characteristics.

The main aim of the student self-government is to ensure that students fulfil their duties and to protect their rights and interests, particularly with regard to the organisation of the educational process, as well as to provide them with opportunities for harmonious creative, cultural and intellectual development.

The main aim of the student council is to ensure that students fulfil their duties and to protect their rights and interests, particularly with regard to the organisation of the educational process, as well as to provide them with opportunities for harmonious creative, cultural and intellectual development.

Student self-governance at the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries covers all possible areas of activity: educational and formative, research, sport and health, and the arts, as well as participation in the life of the faculty and the university. Student self-governance is a key factor in ensuring that students fulfil their duties and take responsibility for the tasks entrusted to them, in fostering greater social engagement among young people, in shaping civic responsibility, in cultivating a culture of civic engagement, and in ensuring the harmonious development of the individual.

KNUTD Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design

FACULTY OF CULTURE AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS 2026

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Kyiv National University of Technologies and Design