On December 11, the State Agency for Science and Higher Education organized a conference on the theme &quot;Internationalization of Science and Higher Education.&quot;

The event was attended by the Minister of Science and Education, Emin Amrullayev, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yalchin Rafiyev, representatives of relevant state institutions, heads and representatives of scientific and higher education institutions, officials responsible for organizing education for international students, as well as international students themselves.

In her opening speech, &Uuml;lkər Səttarova, Director of the State Agency for Science and Higher Education, emphasized the purpose and importance of the event in terms of the internationalization of science and higher education.

Minister of Science and Education, Emin Amrullayev, spoke about raising the international rankings of Azerbaijani universities, stimulating research processes in higher education institutions, organizing activities aimed at the development of science in the country, and other related issues.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yalchin Rafiyev, highlighted the significance of international students&#39; education in Azerbaijan as a tool of public diplomacy between countries and noted the contribution of the &quot;Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant&quot; to this process.

Mujdat Hasanov, Head of the International Cooperation Department of the State Agency for Science and Higher Education, presented a statistical report on the work done in the field of internationalization of science and higher education.

The official part of the event concluded with the awarding of scholarship certificates to international students who had earned the right to study under the &quot;Heydar Aliyev International Education Grant&quot; program.

The event continued with panel discussions on the topics &quot;How to Bring Science to the University?&quot; and &quot;Internationalization of Higher Education.&quot;

Finally, several scientific and higher education institutions distinguished for their work with international students, as well as international students excelling in academic performance, social activities, and publication of scientific articles (doctoral level), were awarded for their achievements.

On December 11, the State Agency for Science and Higher Education organized a conference on the theme "Internationalization of Science and Higher Education."

A Conference on "Internationalization of Science and Higher Education" Held

As the AzEdu.az Education Portal, we present a series of interviews with international students studying in Azerbaijan.

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The main purpose of these conversations is to understand how they evaluate education in our country, their impressions of Azerbaijan, their satisfaction with the conditions created for international students, and any challenges they may face.

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Our next interview in the &quot;International Student&quot; section of our website features a student from Bangladesh.

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Background: Bangladesh was established in the territory of former East Pakistan. It became an independent state on March 26, 1971, and was officially organized as a country on December 16, 1971. It borders India to the north, west, and east, Myanmar to the southeast, and the Bay of Bengal to the south. Its capital and largest city is Dhaka, and the total area is 147,570 square kilometers.

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The foundation of its economy is agriculture, with rice production being the most significant sector. The currency is &quot;Taka.&quot;

Here is our conversation with Abid Hasan, who is currently studying business administration at Baku Higher Oil School.

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-Abid, could you please introduce yourself to our readers?

- Of course. My name is Abid Hasan, and I am from Bangladesh. I am currently pursuing an MBA at Baku Higher Oil School. Previously, I participated in numerous national and international conferences and competitions. I also worked with two international organizations, one of which was DobriMir, a welfare organization recognized by the Russian government. I received a scholarship award from them based on my social activities. I also enjoy learning new things.

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- Why did you decide to study in Azerbaijan?

- Because Azerbaijan is a highly multicultural country. As a result, many business organizations and corporations are established here, which allows students to acquire new and practical business knowledge. For these reasons, I decided to pursue higher education in Azerbaijan.

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- What factors did you consider when choosing a university in Azerbaijan?

- My university, Baku Higher Oil School (BHOS), is very reputable and well-known in Azerbaijan. At BHOS, most of the classes are taught by experienced professionals from various companies. This allows us to gain practical business knowledge and experience. That&rsquo;s why I chose BHOS.

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- What do you do in your free time? What are your hobbies?

- Normally, I participate in many seminars and online courses during my free time. I also enjoy engaging in sports, watching TED Talks, and keeping up with the news on TV.

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- Do you receive financial support from any organization?

- Yes, I am studying for my master&rsquo;s degree at BHOS on a full scholarship provided by the Heydar Aliyev Educational Grant for international students.

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- Do you have Azerbaijani friends?

- Yes, I have many local friends. I enjoy meeting new people.

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- Do you feel like a foreigner in Azerbaijan?

- Generally, Azerbaijani people are very respectful toward foreigners. However, I occasionally face language barriers in local markets and other public places.

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- Do you plan to return to your home country and work in your field? Why?

- After completing my master&rsquo;s degree, I plan to return to my country and work at the Ministry of Industry and Trade. I aim to utilize my theoretical knowledge in business to develop our economy and strengthen business relations with Azerbaijan.

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- What is your favorite dish in Azerbaijani cuisine?

- I love various cakes and bread.

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- What motivated you to choose your field of study?

- To gain business knowledge from a global trade hub like Azerbaijan.

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- How do you envision yourself in the future? What are your goals?

- The future is uncertain, but everyone should have a vision. That&rsquo;s why I have my mission for the future. I strive to fulfill my mission to reach the pinnacle of success. Specifically, I aim to serve my country as a business leader at the Ministry of Industry and Trade in Bangladesh. I aspire to achieve the highest position where I can facilitate the implementation of various business policies.

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- What advice would you give to young people considering studying in Azerbaijan?

- I would certainly encourage my fellow citizens to prioritize Azerbaijan as their top destination for higher education due to its diversity, cultural richness, and excellent educational opportunities.

As the AzEdu.az Education Portal, we present a series of interviews with international students studying in Azerbaijan.

Foreign student: “I have many friends in Azerbaijan.”

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S&ouml;z&uuml;gedən reytinqdə d&uuml;nyanın 107 &ouml;lkəsindən 1751 ali təhsil m&uuml;əssisəsi təmsil olunur.&nbsp; 
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&Ouml;tən il yalnız 2 ali təhsil m&uuml;əssisəmizin təmsil olunduğu bu reytinqdə Azərbaycan ali təhsil m&uuml;əssisələrinin sayı 3,5 dəfə artıb. X&uuml;susilə qeyd edək ki, Azərbaycan s&ouml;z&uuml;gedən reytinqdə ilk dəfə TOP 1000-də Bakı D&ouml;vlət Universiteti (941-950) ilə təmsil olunur. Azərbaycan D&ouml;vlət İqtisad Universiteti 1081-1100-c&uuml; yerdə qərarlaşıb. Azərbaycan D&ouml;vlət Neft və Sənaye Universiteti (1351-1400), Bakı M&uuml;həndislik Universiteti (1451-1500), Azərbaycan Texniki Universiteti (1501+), Azərbaycan Memarlıq və İnşaat Universiteti (1501+) və Xəzər Universiteti (1501+) isə ilk dəfə bu reytinqdə yer alırlar.

Eyni zamanda, Azərbaycan Cənubi Qafqaz regionu &uuml;zrə &ldquo;QS D&uuml;nyanın ən yaxşı universitetlərinin reytinqi: Dayanıqlılıq 2025&rdquo; də təmsil olunan yeganə &ouml;lkədir.&nbsp; 
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Azərbaycan universitetlərinin s&ouml;z&uuml;gedən reytinqin 2024 və 2025 buraxılışlarında m&ouml;vqeləri <a href="https://studyinazerbaijan.s3.amazonaws.com/news/07-19.11.24-01.jpg">bu cədvəldə</a> təqdim olunur:

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