Alexander Lukashenko signs decree on creation of Academy of Intellectual Technologies

Alexander Lukashenko has signed a decree on the establishment of the Academy of Intellectual Technologies. Starting September 1, 2027, the Academy will train specialists in natural sciences, industrial and digital technologies, and other promising fields. A unique selection process in the format of a national competition will be introduced for admission, open to school graduates, college students, university students, enterprise specialists, and scientists. Preliminary rounds will be held in Minsk, regional centers, and major cities. Applicants must present a creative idea, development, invention, or rational proposal. The final selection stage will involve an intensive practical course at the Academy, including individual and group assignments, public project defense, and an internal entrance exam. Leading scientists, educators, and experienced enterprise managers and specialists with significant achievements in science, innovation, and production will be involved in the educational process. Educational programs will follow a special approach and may be adjusted based on industry demands. Students will be able to choose elective courses, related specializations, or alternative majors. Training at enterprises, solving real production tasks, and group or individual research and project work will be organized. This approach aims to produce tangible results oriented toward implementation in the real economy and commercialization. Experimental curricula and advanced teaching methods tested at the Academy will be introduced into other educational institutions to further improve the quality of training. Upon completion of studies, students will take a state exam and defend a startup project or applied research work. The Academy’s activities will be coordinated and monitored by a supervisory board chaired by the Minister of Education, including heads of sectoral ministries and agencies, the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, and the High-Tech Park. The creation of the Academy is intended to establish a flexible, interdisciplinary scientific and educational environment focused on practical outcomes and integrated into real economic processes in line with the country's needs.