About university

Об университете

Universitet haqida

Labour Union

Профсоюз

Kasaba uyushmasi

Smart university

Смарт университет

Smart universitet

Partners in Uzbekistan

Республиканские партнеры

Respublikadagi hamkorlar

Foreign partners

Зарубежные партнеры

Xorijiy hamkorlar

Academic Lyceum

Академический лицей

Akademik litsey

Student Council

Студенческий совет

Talabalar Kengashi

UWED dormitory

Общежитие УМЭД

JIDU talabalar turar joyi

Legal documents

Нормативно-правовые акты

Normativ-huquqiy hujjatlar

Smart University

Смарт Университет

Advisory board

Наблюдательный совет

Kuzatuv kengashi

UWED structure

Структура УМЭД

JIDU tuzilmasi

Erasmus+

Эразмус+

Academic council

Академический совет

Akademik kengash

Bank details

Банковские реквизиты

Bank rekvizitlari

Diplomatic Academy

Дипломатическая академия

Diplomatik akademiya

Library Services Center

Центр библиотечных услуг

Kutubxona xizmatlari markazi

Tuition fees

Стоимость обучения

Kontrakt to‘lovlari

Scholarships

Стипендии

Stipendiyalar

The Institute of Advanced International Studies

Институт перспективных международных исследований

Istiqbolli xalqaro tadqiqotlar instituti

Academic publications

Научные публикации

Ilmiy nashrlar

Joint programmes

Совместные программы

Qoʻshma dasturlar

Visiting and honorary professors

Иностранные и почетные профессора

Xorijiy professorlar

Foreign applicants

Иностранным абитуриентам

Xorijiy abituriyentlar

5 important initiatives

5 важных инициатив

5 muhim tashabbus

Alumni Employment and Career Support

Трудоустройство выпускников и карьерные возможности

Bitiruvchilar bandligi va karyera qo‘llab-quvvatlash

Incubation and acceleration center

Центр инкубации и акселерации

Inkubatsiya va akseleratsiya markazi

Clubs

Клубы

Klublar

Scientific journal

Научный журнал

Ilmiy jurnal

Department: International Relations
Specialization
History of the Soviet Union
Stalinism
Central Asian studies
Non-Russian peoples of the Soviet Union
Subjects&nbsp;
Academic Writing
History of International Relations
Society and Politics in Eurasia
Russia in World Politics
Languages
Uzbek, Russian, English, Turkish
Contacts:&nbsp;
E-mail: <a style="color: #3598db;" href="mailto:mehmet_volkan@uwed.uz">mehmet_volkan@uwed.uz</a>
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Кафедра: Международные отношения
Специализация
История Советского Союза
Сталинизм
Исследования Центральной Азии
Нерусские народы Советского Союза
Предметы
Академическое письмо
История международных отношений
Общество и политика в Евразии
Россия в мировой политике
Языки
Узбекский, Русский, Английский, Турецкий
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Kafedra: Xalqaro Munosabatlar
Mutaxassisligi
Sovet Ittifoqi tarixi
Stalinizm
Markaziy Osiyo tadqiqotlari
Sovet Ittifoqining rus bo&lsquo;lmagan xalqlari
Fanlar
Akademik yozuv
Xalqaro munosabatlar tarixi
Yevrosiyoda jamiyat va siyosat
Rossiyaning jahon siyosatidagi o&lsquo;rni va roli
Tillar
O&lsquo;zbek, Rus, Ingliz, Turk
Bog&lsquo;lanish:
E-mail: <a style="color: #3598db;" href="mailto:mehmet_volkan@uwed.uz">mehmet_volkan@uwed.uz</a>
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At UWED, student life is supported by an environment designed to promote wellbeing, academic focus, and a strong sense of community. The university brings together essential services and campus resources that help students feel supported in their studies, daily life, and personal development.

From access to psychological and medical support to library resources, accommodation, career guidance, international student assistance, and healthy dining options, these services contribute to a safe, inclusive, and student-friendly university experience.

Campus Facilities & Support Services

UWED provides academic support through course coordinators assigned to each faculty and year of study. Coordinators assist students with academic planning, course-related questions, adaptation to the learning process, and communication with faculty, ensuring a structured and supportive academic experience.

Accommodation Application Process

Contact Information

Shared Kitchens

Bathrooms & Showers

Laundry Facilities

Ironing Area

Study Areas

Recreation & Common Spaces

Facilities

Accommodation Fees

Gallery

Student Accommodation at a Glance

Guest and Visiting Staff Accommodation

Accommodation

Services

Accommodation Policy and Regulation

Each student is provided with

Rooms and Living Conditions

Safety and Residence Support

Dormitory Fee Support

Rental Assistance

Accommodation Support

Our Services

Career guidance services include individual and group consultations aimed at supporting students in career planning, professional orientation, and preparation for employment. These services help students better understand their strengths, interests, and career goals, while providing practical tools for entering the labour market.

The support covers CV and cover letter preparation, interview skills development, and guidance on effective job search strategies. Students are also provided with up-to-date information on labour market trends, employer expectations, and in-demand skills, enabling them to make informed career decisions and enhance their employability.

The university organises skills development workshops and training sessions designed to enhance students' practical, applied, and transferable skills required in the modern labour market. These activities complement academic learning and help students develop competencies relevant to professional environments.

Workshops are conducted with the involvement of HR professionals, industry experts, representatives of leading companies, banks, public institutions, international organisations, and other external stakeholders. UWED also invites specialists from major employers, including representatives of the Big Four and other prominent organisations, to share professional insights, labour market expectations, and practical advice with students.

The sessions focus on areas such as communication skills, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, digital competencies, job search preparation, and broader professional development. Information about these workshops, meetings, and related career activities is regularly published through the university's official career communication channel: [UWED Careers](https://t.me/uwed_careers).

UWED organises, coordinates, and monitors internship placements as an essential component of students' academic and professional development. Internship opportunities are provided through a broad network of partner organisations, ensuring that students gain practical experience aligned with their field of study and labour market requirements.

The university collaborates with a wide range of partners, including government institutions, ministries, international organisations, banks, research institutes, think tanks, and leading academic institutions. Key partners include the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Economy and Finance, the Central Bank of Uzbekistan, the Senate of the Oliy Majlis, as well as leading research centres and policy institutions.

A qualifying internship is a mandatory part of the academic programme for students in their 3rd and 4th years of study:
• for 3rd-year students – during the summer period;
• for 4th-year students – during the winter period.

The duration of the internship typically ranges from 5 to 10 weeks, depending on the programme and academic requirements.

Students can find detailed information about the structure, requirements, and procedures of the internship through the [Qualifying Internship Programme](/custom/15). Internship progress is monitored through structured reporting, including the completion of an internship diary.

To learn more about partner organisations and possible future places of work, students can visit the [Republican Partners page](/pages/republican-partners-4).

UWED regularly organises structured career events designed to connect students and graduates with employers and to facilitate dialogue on labour market expectations, internship opportunities, and entry-level recruitment requirements. Over recent years, the format of these events has been progressively refined in response to stakeholder needs and feedback.

In 2023, the university held a university-wide Career Day in a job fair format, bringing together more than 75 public and private organisations. The event supported graduate employment and enabled direct interaction between students, graduates, and employers through employer booths, consultations, and interviews.

In 2024, UWED continued the university-wide Career Day / Job Fair format with participation of more than 50 leading organisations, including ministries, state agencies, banks, consulting firms, and private companies.

In 2025, UWED introduced a more targeted approach through faculty-based Career Days, allowing employers to engage directly with specific academic programmes and student profiles. In the same year, the university also launched [UWED Career Fair 2025](/news/1081) / Career Week, with a stronger focus on private-sector engagement, combining employer sessions, soft skills and career development activities, and a large-scale career fair with direct recruitment interaction.

These events provide students with direct exposure to professional environments, help them better understand current labour market expectations, and create opportunities for networking, career exploration, internship placement, and future employment. They also serve as an important platform for strengthening university-employer cooperation and expanding professional opportunities for students and graduates.

Related Links:
• [UWED Career Day 2023](/news/78)
• [UWED Career Day 2024](/news/240)
• [Faculty of International Economics and Management Career Day 2025](/news/777)
• [Faculty of International Law Career Day 2025](/news/775)
• [Faculty of International Relations Career Day 2025](/news/770)
• [UWED Career Fair 2025](/news/1081)

UWED actively develops and maintains cooperation with employers and partner organisations in order to strengthen students' practical training, career readiness, and future employment opportunities. These partnerships are built through memoranda of understanding, institutional cooperation arrangements, and ongoing engagement with external stakeholders.

The university works with a wide range of government institutions, ministries, banks, research institutes, think tanks, educational institutions, and other organisations that contribute to students' professional development. This cooperation supports internships, practical training, guest lectures, employer sessions, joint events, and broader career-related initiatives.

By strengthening long-term partnerships with external organisations, UWED creates meaningful links between academic learning and the labour market. These partnerships help students gain professional exposure, better understand employer expectations, and build pathways towards future employment.

To learn more about partner organisations and possible future places of work, students can visit the [Republican Partners page](/pages/republican-partners-4).

UWED supports student innovation, entrepreneurship, and project-based initiatives by creating opportunities for startup development, digital skills growth, and practical collaboration. Students are encouraged to turn ideas into projects, work in teams, strengthen entrepreneurial thinking, and engage with mentors and professionals from different sectors.

An important platform for this work is the [Digital Education and Startup Acceleration Center](/divisions/66), which was opened at UWED in 2022 as part of the university's broader efforts to strengthen digital transformation and student innovation. The centre operates as an educational and startup development unit under the university and contributes to the creation of a more dynamic and innovation-oriented campus environment.

Dedicated facilities have been allocated for the centre on campus, including a 60-seat interactive classroom, a meeting room for discussions and brainstorming, coworking space, and a specialised room for project presentations. These spaces provide students with a practical environment for collaboration, learning, and project development.

Through the centre, students can participate in consultations, competitions, hackathons, workshops, and incubation activities aimed at helping them refine ideas and develop viable startup projects. The centre also supports the development of practical skills in areas such as project design, business modelling, marketing, teamwork, communication, and presentation.

Further information is available on the [Digital Education and Startup Acceleration Center](/divisions/66) page.

The Kelajakka Qadam Programme is a career-oriented educational initiative designed to support students in developing practical professional skills and preparing for successful entry into the labour market. The programme combines training sessions, mentoring, and practical career development activities to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional readiness.

Further information about the programme is available on the [Kelajakka Qadam Programme](/custom/15) page.

UWED monitors graduate employment outcomes as part of its broader commitment to student development, employability, and institutional improvement. This work helps the university better understand graduates' career pathways, further studies, and transition to professional life, while also strengthening evidence-based support for current and future students.

The university regularly collects and analyses information on graduate employment, continuation to master's studies, and other post-graduation trajectories. Based on these results, UWED prepares summary statistics, analytical materials, and internal reports that support career guidance, labour market alignment, and strategic planning.

In addition to monitoring, the university continues to support recent graduates through vacancy dissemination, career-related communication, and engagement activities connected with employability and professional development.

Further information is available in the graduate employment reports for the 2024–2025 academic year, including the [January Report](https://api.uwed.uz/upload/file_manager/31-03-2026/Employment%20monitoring%20January%202026.pdf) and the [March Report](https://api.uwed.uz/upload/file_manager/31-03-2026/Employment%20monitoring%20%20March%202026.pdf).

Graduate Employment Outcomes by Academic Year

UWED offers a range of career and employability support services aimed at helping students build professional skills, gain practical experience, explore career pathways, and prepare for a successful transition to the labour market. These services include career guidance, internships, employer engagement, training activities, and other student-focused development initiatives.

In addition to on-campus options, a variety of cafes, restaurants, and food outlets are located within walking distance of the university. These include popular local venues such as "Cake Laboratory", "Safia Cafe & Bakery", "MIG Bistro", and "U Babushki", as well as grocery stores and takeaway options. This ensures that students and staff have access to diverse, affordable, and convenient food choices that meet different preferences and dietary needs.

Cafes and Restaurants Nearby

The university is currently developing a central campus canteen, which is under construction and will significantly expand on-campus dining facilities. The new canteen is planned to provide a wider variety of nutritious and balanced meal options, further enhancing the quality and accessibility of food services for the university community.

Campus Dining Facilities

Providing convenient and accessible dining options to support student wellbeing

The University of World Economy and Diplomacy provides students and staff with access to a range of convenient and affordable food options available on campus. Several coffee zones and designated dining areas are located across the university, offering spaces for meals, short breaks, and informal meetings in a comfortable and accessible environment.

UWED recognises the importance of nutrition as a key component of student wellbeing. By providing accessible dining spaces, expanding campus food infrastructure, and benefiting from a well-developed surrounding food environment, the university supports a healthy, balanced, and student-friendly campus experience.

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International Academic Cooperation

Services for International Students

Supporting your academic journey at UWED — from application to campus life.

Location & Contact

UWED is currently implementing a new library system. This includes data import, interface improvement, and integration of search tools for international databases to make academic resources more accessible and user-friendly.

Digital Library Access

Free registration

Free Wi-Fi

Use of personal devices

Library computers

Educational resources

University Resources

National Resources

International Resources

Prestigious International Magazines

Library Hours

Open Access for Everyone

Library Resources

Help us improve!

A wide range of academic resources, study spaces, and digital materials to support learning and research.

Training & User Support

How to Use Library Computers

Related Events and Initiatives

Health Awareness & Promotion

Services Available

At UWED, basic medical support is available to help maintain the health and wellbeing of students, academic staff, and administrative staff. Medical assistance is provided through the university's Campus Medical Room, which serves as an on-campus point for primary healthcare support and consultation.

The service offers initial assistance and guidance on health-related concerns, as well as recommendations for further medical care where necessary. In addition, the university promotes health awareness and encourages a healthy lifestyle through preventive and informational activities for students and staff.

At UWED, student wellbeing is supported not only through academic and social services, but also through access to essential health information and educational initiatives. The university promotes awareness and education on sexual and reproductive health as part of its broader commitment to creating a safe, informed, and supportive campus environment.

Through seminars, discussions, awareness campaigns, and educational activities, students are introduced to important topics such as reproductive health, menstrual hygiene, prevention of early marriage, protection from violence, healthy lifestyles, and respectful relationships. These initiatives help students strengthen their knowledge, develop informed attitudes, and better understand the importance of personal and social wellbeing.

UWED places particular importance on fostering a respectful and inclusive university culture in which students have access to reliable information and guidance on issues that affect their health, dignity, and future. Educational and awareness activities are implemented through relevant university structures and student-focused initiatives.

By promoting health education and social awareness, the university contributes to student welfare and supports broader goals related to wellbeing, equality, and sustainable development. Further information on related activities is available through the university's official news and outreach platforms.

Health Awareness and Wellbeing Education

All consultations are confidential, and personal information shared during the counselling process is treated with appropriate privacy and care.

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The University of World Economy and Diplomacy provides psychological support services for students, academic staff, and administrative staff in a safe, respectful, and confidential environment. The service is designed to promote emotional wellbeing, support personal development, and help individuals cope with academic, professional, and personal challenges.

Psychological support is available for a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, low mood, communication difficulties, adaptation to university life, academic pressure, personal challenges, and issues related to social relationships and emotional wellbeing. Consultations are offered in both online and offline formats.

Sports and Wellness Complex

Outdoor Sports Fields

Sports Club Hall

Indoor Sports Hall

UWED provides students and staff with access to a range of sports and wellness facilities that support physical activity, healthy lifestyles, and overall wellbeing. The university's sports infrastructure includes indoor and outdoor spaces designed for training, recreation, and fitness activities.

These facilities contribute to an active campus environment and encourage regular participation in sport and exercise. Located across several university buildings and campus areas, they provide convenient access to diverse forms of physical activity.

UWED recognises physical activity as an important part of student wellbeing. By providing access to modern indoor and outdoor sports facilities, the university promotes healthy lifestyles, active campus life, and a supportive environment for students and staff.

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