ADA University delegation visits leading Italian universities
Baku, November 3, AZERTAC
A delegation of the ADA University led by Rector Hafiz Pashayev visited four leading Italian partner universities from October 20 to 29 as part of the Italy-Azerbaijan University project: the Polytechnic University of Milan (Politecnico di Milano), the University of Bologna, the Polytechnic University of Turin (Politecnico di Torino), and LUISS Guido Carli University.
The visit aimed to review the results achieved and projects implemented during the first five years of cooperation, explore new academic programmes, and define key priorities for the next phase of the partnership.
The delegation reviewed the progress of the Italy-Azerbaijan University project at the Polytechnic University of Milan, including the establishment of the Faculty of Design and Architecture. It also visited new design laboratories and met with doctoral students.
At the Polytechnic University of Turin, discussions focused on cooperation outcomes and future priorities. The delegation also explored the university’s research and laboratory facilities, including its Energy Center. The two universities signed a memorandum on student exchange.
At the University of Bologna, the sides discussed strategic goals for the next phase of cooperation. The delegation met with doctoral students, as well as master's and bachelor's students enrolled in joint programmes and student exchange initiatives.
At LUISS Guido Carli University, the parties reviewed cooperation outcomes and signed an agreement on a dual-degree programme in law. The delegation also met with students enrolled in the Global Management and Politics (GMAP) dual-degree master's programme.
Academic staff development is one of ADA University's strategic priorities. Under the State Programme, 15 students are pursuing doctoral studies at the Polytechnic University of Milan, 12 at the University of Bologna, and four at the Polytechnic University of Turin through ADA University.
The discussions and agreements reached during the visit are expected to advance the Italy-Azerbaijan University project, strengthen the two countries' strategic partnership in education and research, and promote new joint initiatives.