By the end of 2026, it is expected that 500 young residents of the Kashkadarya region will study in German and go to Germany for paid internships.
This initiative is part of the activities of the Kashkadarya College of Advanced Vocational Skills, which was visited by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, to familiarize himself with its work.
The college complex covers an area of 5.2 hectares and was created with investments of 42 billion soms. It includes academic buildings, laboratories, workshops, a dormitory, a canteen, a sports ground, and a City of Skills. A total of 14 buildings and facilities have been constructed, providing 80 jobs.
Currently, the college trains 417 students across 10 specialties. The institution's educational programs integrate experience gained in Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, China, and South Korea.
Furthermore, the institution will function as a center for practical, methodological, and educational training for other vocational education organizations in the region. 2800 students from regional educational institutions will be able to intern at the college. Agreements have been signed with 32 major organizations to support practical training and implement a dual education system; another 11 partners are planned to be involved in the future.
During his visit, Mirziyoyev spoke with youth preparing to travel to Germany for internships. The President emphasized the importance of professional knowledge and practical skills in helping young people find employment and improve their quality of life.
Special attention is paid to early career orientation for schoolchildren. The City of Skills was created to help students determine their interests and study various professions. Students learn the basics of information technology, green energy, robotics, drone operation, and electric vehicle maintenance. Practical classes are also held in sewing, culinary arts, plumbing, animal husbandry, and agronomy.
New investment projects in the region are increasing the demand for skilled workers. Mirziyoyev highlighted the need to adapt educational programs to employer requirements, more effectively utilize the college's capacities, and train specialists for new enterprises.