Prof. Harsha Ratnaweera
Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) – Norges miljø- og biovitenskapelige universitet, Ås (Norway)
The Department of Inorganic Substances Technology, Water Treatment, and General Chemical Technology, together with partners from nine universities in Norway, Romania, Moldova, Serbia, and Ukraine, has secured funding in the prestigious international Erasmus+ competition with the project DIGISKILLS ("Enhancing Digital Skills in the Water Sector of Higher Education").
This achievement marks a significant step towards integrating modern digital technologies into water resource management. The project's implementation will contribute to the sustainable development of Ukraine's water sector, the integration of Igor Sikorsky KPI into the European educational space, and the enhancement of specialist training to address pressing environmental challenges.
The project is coordinated by the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (Norges miljø- og biovitenskapelige universitet), located in Ås, Norway, under the leadership of Professor Harsha Ratnaweera.
The project is carried out by:
- National Technical University of Ukraine "Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute", Kyiv, Ukraine;
- Ukrainian State University of Science and Technologies, Dnipro, Ukraine;
- Lviv Polytechnic National University, Lviv, Ukraine;
- National University of Water and Environmental Engineering, Rivne, Ukraine;
- Dunarea de Jos University of Galati (Universitatea "Dunarea de Jos" din Galati), Galati, Romania;
- University of Niš (Univerzitet u Nisu), Niš, Serbia;
- Technical University of Moldova (Universitatea Tehnica a Moldovei), Chisinau, Moldova;
- State University of Moldova (Universitatea de Stat din Moldova), Chisinau, Moldova.
Why Is This Important for the University?
✅ New opportunities for students – modern educational programs aligned with European standards, integration of digital technologies, and access to European best practices.
✅ Collaboration with international partners – experience exchange with leading universities across Europe.
✅ Faculty development – enhancement of digital competencies and implementation of innovations in teaching.
Why Is This Important for Students?
- Mastering digital tools essential for future careers.
- Opportunity to participate in international internships as part of annual summer schools.
- Competitive advantages in the job market through up-to-date knowledge and skills.
Congratulations to the project team on their victory! Wishing you success in the project's implementation!