Car driving to be a mandatory subject in one Belarusian university
One of the Belarusian universities has decided to include obtaining a driving license in the curriculum. The management of the Belarusian State Technological University (BSTU) came forward with this initiative.
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The idea of making car driving training a separate academic discipline was proposed by Minister of Forestry Alexander Kulik during a strategic meeting dedicated to training personnel for the country's forestry complex. He urged a review of educational programs, strengthening practical training and specialized subjects necessary for young specialists from their first days on the job.
To increase the mobility and efficiency of graduates, the minister proposed that students should graduate from university already possessing a driver's license. The BSTU management has made this issue a priority. The institution's press service announced that obtaining driving licenses is planned to be included in the curricula of relevant faculties, although specific deadlines have not yet been named.
Additionally, starting in 2026, the Faculty of Forestry and Forest Engineering plans to transition to a dual form of education. This involves combining study and work: theoretical knowledge gained at the university will be combined with practical activities at partner enterprises.
For this purpose, curricula will be revised – the volume of practical training will be increased, and disciplines not directly related to the profession will be reduced. Future employers will also be able to participate in program development, ensuring students acquire skills in demand in production.
For the students themselves, the dual system offers additional benefits: paid internships, easier adaptation to the workplace, and gradual integration into the professional environment.
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