Education
A student from Turkmenistan has won the DAAD programme
20.08.2026Aynur Dovletyarova, a third-year student at the Faculty of International Relations of the Institute of International Relations under the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan, has been awarded a scholarship under the ‘Hochschulsommerkurse’ programme run by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). This was reported by the press office of the Institute of International Relations under the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan. As part of the programme, the Turkmen student undertook a one-month summer language course in German at B2 level at the Goethe-Institut in Bonn. The programme brought together young participants from various countries. The course included lessons on grammar and conversational skills, academic writing and the coherent presentation of ideas. Participants also studied Germany’s socio-political structure, its economy, cultural heritage and role in international relations. The programme included excursions to historical sites, museums and cultural centres. Interacting with participants from different countries helped to develop language skills and foster international connections. According to Aynur Dovletyarova, the experience she gained will form part of her future professional and academic career.
Turkmenistan is developing its education system
16.08.2026In the documents of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, education is defined as one of the key factors in the country’s socio-economic and cultural development. The main focus is on improving the quality of training, the digitalisation of education and the development of modern skills, according to the news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Electronic systems and interactive educational platforms are being introduced across the country, whilst the study of the exact sciences, engineering and IT, as well as foreign languages, is being expanded. Modern schools, nurseries and higher education institutions are being built, including in the city of Arkadag. The development of education is also linked to the upbringing of young people based on national values. The educational process combines modern teaching methods with the study of Turkmenistan’s cultural and spiritual heritage, as well as the fostering of patriotism, a strong work ethic and high moral and ethical standards. Particular attention is paid to young people as participants in scientific and innovative development. The country is creating the conditions for research activities, support for youth start-ups, innovation proposals and academic initiatives. Educational institutions are training specialists for high-tech industries and management. The concept for the development of the education system envisages a shift towards fostering critical thinking and professional competences, the expansion of digital technologies, the creation of digital libraries and distance-learning platforms, as well as the development of IT education. Key priorities remain the alignment of education with the needs of the energy sector, industry, the agro-industrial complex and the digital sector, the promotion of multilingualism, and the construction of modern educational and research institutions. The implementation of these priorities is regarded as the foundation for training qualified personnel and for the further socio-economic development of Turkmenistan.
A student from the IIR MFA of Turkmenistan attended language courses in Germany
14.08.2026Myahri Guzychiyeva, a fourth-year student at the Faculty of International Economic Relations of the Institute of International Relations under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, has completed an international intensive German language course programme, ‘Hochschulsommerkurse’, in the Federal Republic of Germany. This was reported by the press office of the Turkmen university. The programme is designed to improve students’ language proficiency and familiarise them with German culture, socio-political structure, economy and education system. The classes covered grammar and vocabulary, academic writing, phonetics, listening comprehension and the development of speaking skills. As part of the programme, participants visited historical and cultural sites, museums and other institutions. In this educational environment, students from around 150 countries had the opportunity to forge international contacts and broaden their knowledge of other cultures. Participation in the ‘Hochschulsommerkurse’ provided the student with an opportunity to improve her language skills and gain international academic experience.
Turkmen school students won 10 medals at the iWISE Global Final in London
10.08.2026Turkmen school students won 6 gold and 4 silver medals at the ‘iWISE Global Final London 2026’ international competition, which took place in London from 2 to 7 August. This was reported by the press office of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan. School students from 25 countries around the world took part in the competition. Turkmenistan was represented by 10 students selected from schools across the country. They were led by Myrat Sahetgulyev, a computer science teacher at the 1st Specialised Educational Complex in Arkadag, and Gochmyrat Bayramov, a history teacher at Specialised Secondary School No. 97 with an in-depth focus on language subjects in Ashgabat. The participants competed in three categories: line-following robot, maze-solving robot, and mini-sumo robot. Gold medals were awarded to Resulberdi Orazberdiyev, Salyh Kakalyev and Resulgeldi Geldiyev (Specialised Secondary School No. 97, Ashgabat), Selim Begmyradov (Secondary School No. 7, Ashgabat), Nurmyrat Kulov (Specialised Secondary School No. 87, Ashgabat) and Malikmyrat Annamyradov (the 1st Berdimuhamed Annayev Specialised Military School of the Ministry of Defence of Turkmenistan). The silver medallists were Salyh Altyev (School No. 97, Ashgabat), Rozymurat Yagshymuradov (Secondary School No. 13, Ashgabat), Ebubekir Berdiyev (Specialised Secondary School No. 3, Arkadag) and Umit Atamuradov (Specialised Secondary School No. 2, Arkadag). Five Turkmen school students were recognised as ‘Best of the Best’ and received cash prizes.
An expert’s mission on inclusive education has come to an end in Turkmenistan
09.08.2026From 3 to 8 August, Filomena Pereira, an international expert on inclusive education from Portugal, visited Turkmenistan. The week-long technical mission was organised by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan with the support of UNICEF, according to the news website Turkmenportal. The aim of the visit was to analyse the progress made in the development of inclusive education and to identify further steps. During the mission, meetings were held with representatives of the Ministry of Education, regional education authorities, teachers, professionals involved in professional development, members of interdisciplinary teams, representatives of psychological, medical and educational commissions, and higher education institutions. Following the consultations and field visits, the participants agreed on measures to expand educational opportunities for children with diverse educational needs. Particular attention was paid to the professional development of specialists, improving methods for identifying children’s individual needs, and developing a mentoring system. Representatives from the Ministry of Education and UNICEF visited pilot nurseries and schools in the Ahal and Balkan velayats, where they familiarised themselves with the implementation of inclusive education. They discussed the results, existing challenges and necessary support measures with teachers, school heads and regional coordinators. The recommendations drawn up following the mission will form the basis for further work: improving teacher training, developing a monitoring system and disseminating the experience of pilot institutions to scale up inclusive practices, according to a UNICEF press release.
The ‘Green School’ programme has been extended to 120 schools in Turkmenistan
08.08.2026The ‘Green School’ programme has been expanded to 120 schools across Turkmenistan. The initiative has been running since 2025, organised by the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan in partnership with UNICEF. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal. Events to mark the launch of the expansion took place in Ashgabat and across all the velayats of the country, bringing together school headteachers and representatives of education authorities, UNICEF reported. The programme is structured around four key areas: school management, infrastructure and operations, teaching and learning, and community engagement. Since its launch, the programme has been implemented on a pilot basis in 20 schools, where work has been carried out to integrate issues relating to climate change, environmental protection and disaster risk reduction into the curriculum. Following the national ‘Green Skills’ competition, students and schools exceeded expectations by engaging wider communities in their activities. Building on these results, the Ministry of Education and UNICEF, in collaboration with education authorities at central and velayat levels, are preparing for the first phase of ‘Green School’ certification, which is expected to take place in autumn 2026. By the start of the new academic year, participating schools will receive teaching guides on adapting to climate change – climate education is one of the key criteria for being awarded ‘Green School’ status. There are now 120 schools in Turkmenistan taking part in the programme. The Ministry of Education and UNICEF intend to expand the programme to 500 of the country’s approximately 1,900 schools by 2030.
Schoolgirls from Turkmenistan won medals at a competition in the UK
08.08.2026Turkmen schoolgirls have won prizes at the XPERTSTEM Elite Final Competition, an international contest held in the UK from 1 to 7 August. This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Akgozel Perhadova, a student at the Turkmen-Turkish Secondary School in Ashgabat, won a gold medal in the ‘Programming’ category. In the ‘English Language’ category, bronze medals were awarded to students from the Mary and Lebap velayats, as well as from Ashgabat. The bronze medallists were Aynur Yagmyrova from Specialised School No. 16 in the Mary velayat, Maria Ruslanova from Secondary School No. 15 in Ashgabat, and Jennet Halbayeva from Specialised School No. 2 in the city of Turkmenabat, Lebap velayat. School students from various countries took part in the competition.
A student from Turkmenistan has been named a winner of the 2026 Charles Scott Prize
06.08.2026Arslan Hojanazarov, a student at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, has become one of the twelve winners of the 2026 Charles Scott Award, established by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS). This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The award is presented annually to students at partner universities for outstanding academic achievement and professional potential in the field of accountancy, following an internal selection process by the educational institutions. Winners receive a cash prize of £150, mentoring support, opportunities for professional networking and official recognition from ICAS. The 2026 winners also include representatives from the universities of Glasgow, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Strathclyde and other Scottish universities. The awards ceremony took place at ICAS’s headquarters – CA House in Edinburgh – where participants learnt about opportunities to qualify as chartered accountants and develop professional networks.
Students from Turkmenistan won six gold medals at IMC-2026
05.08.2026Turkmen students won 6 gold and 3 silver medals at the 33rd International Mathematics Competition (IMC-2026), held from 27 July to 4 August 2026 in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. This was reported by the press office of the Magtymguly Turkmen State University. Around 450 students from various countries took part in the competition. Turkmenistan was represented by students from the Magtymguly Turkmen State University, the International University for the Humanities and Development, the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas, the Turkmen State Institute of Economics and Management, the Turkmen State Institute of Architecture and Construction, the Seyitnazar Seydi Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute, and the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan.
Turkmen students are taking part in a study programme in Kuala Lumpur
04.08.2026Students from the International University for the Humanities and Development are taking part in a summer study programme at the University of Malaya in Kuala Lumpur. The placement runs from 19 July to 15 August 2026, according to the news agency Orient. The trip marks a continuation of the collaboration between the two universities following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding. As part of the programme, Turkmen students are attending lectures, seminars and interactive training sessions, as well as representing Turkmenistan’s culture at international events. The programme aims to broaden their professional knowledge, familiarise them with the academic environment abroad and enable them to gain practical experience.
Turkmen school students are to take part in the iWISE competition
02.08.2026Ten school students from Turkmenistan will take part in the iWISE (International World Innovative Student Exhibition) international creative competition, which will be held at the University of Surrey in London from 2 to 7 August. This was reported by the online news site AsmanNews. Participants from various countries will present projects in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), robotics, English and the arts. The Turkmen team is accompanied by Myrat Sahetgulyev, a computer science teacher at the 1st Specialised Educational Complex in Arkadag, and Gochmyrat Bayramov, a history teacher at Specialised Secondary School No. 97 with an in-depth language programme in Ashgabat. The country will be represented at the competition by pupils from specialised schools in Ashgabat and Arkadag. In February 2026, they performed successfully at the iWISE GLOBAL FINAL 2026 international robotics Olympiad in Dubai.
Turkmen teachers are attending a professional development course in Nice
29.07.2026Resul Orazberdiyev, a lecturer in the Department of Romance-Germanic Languages at the Magtymguly Turkmen State University, is taking part in professional development courses at the Francophonie International Centre in Nice. This was reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. Lecturers from the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages are also taking part in the educational programme. Participants are studying modern methods of teaching foreign languages and new linguistic approaches. The courses are aimed at enhancing the professional skills of specialists and improving the quality of language education at higher education institutions in Turkmenistan. Upon completion of the training, participants will be awarded international certificates.
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