Key points:
- Admission to the Master’s programme in 2026 will be subject to new rules.
- A standardised entrance exam and a subject-specific test are compulsory.
- Documents must be submitted via the online portal.
- The selection process is based on test results.
- Additional examinations are required for certain courses.
In 2026, admission to master’s programmes in Ukraine will be subject to revised conditions, which require candidates to sit a single entrance examination and a single subject-specific entrance test for most specialisations. The scheme covers both state and private higher education institutions, and the application process remains electronic via the applicant’s online account.
A key condition for admission remains passing the single entrance exam, which includes a foreign language test. For certain specialisations, a single subject-specific entrance exam is added to assess applicants’ professional knowledge. The results of these tests form the basis for the competitive selection process.
Registration for exams will take place in advance within specified timeframes. Applicants must create an online account, upload the necessary documents and submit applications to their chosen universities. The system automatically generates ranking lists based on competitive scores.
For creative and certain specialised fields, additional examinations at educational institutions are provided for. At the same time, most programmes are transitioning to a standardised assessment model, which is intended to reduce subjective influence and simplify the selection procedure.
Special admission conditions remain in place for certain categories of applicants, particularly those eligible for preferential treatment or applying under special quotas. In such cases, alternative assessment mechanisms or additional weightings may be applied.
Education experts note that the new rules are aimed at standardising the admissions process and increasing transparency. Applicants are advised to closely monitor the admissions calendar and the requirements for their chosen courses, as the list of exams and weightings may vary.
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