Formation of the ability to produce new ideas, solve complex problems of professional and research and innovation activities, apply the methodology of scientific research and scientific and pedagogical work, and obtain results that have scientific novelty, theoretical and practical significance.

Problem-oriented learning with the acquisition of competencies necessary for the production of new ideas, solving complex problems in the professional field, which includes lectures, practical and seminar classes; postgraduate studies, blended learning technology, pedagogical practice, preparation for the defense of the dissertation.

The procedure for assessing the applicant’s academic work consists of a number of control measures, which include:

·      Current and semester control in the form of written and oral exams, tests, review and analytical essays for the educational component (the first two years of study). Specific approaches and methods for assessing learning outcomes for a specific educational component have been developed in accordance with the «Regulations on the Organization of the Educational Process at the Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University» approved by the order of the rector dated December 10, 2021 No. 507 and are reflected in the work programs and syllabi accordingly.

·      Intermediate control in the form of a report according to an individual plan twice a year.

·       Approbation of research results at scientific conferences.

·      Publication of scientific research results in professional scientific publications.

Public defense of scientific achievements in the form of a dissertation in a specialized academic council in accordance with the requirements of the legislation. The defense is carried out by a one-time specialized academic council formed by the University under an accredited educational program.

The educational process is provided by scientific and pedagogical workers who have the appropriate qualifications and scientific activity. The program also provides for the involvement of specialists from tourism enterprises and representatives of local authorities in tourism development issues.

computer class of the Department of Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant Business, the training laboratory «Hotel and Restaurant Business» and the training laboratory «Tourism Firm», as well as library and other university resources.

ONP provides for the use of the official website of the university, electronic library, repository, distance learning and available scientific information resources.

opportunities for study and research cooperation with Ukrainian higher education institutions on the basis of relevant agreements

cooperation with foreign universities and organizations, in particular within the framework of international programs and bilateral agreements

Training of foreign applicants is provided in accordance with the university’s regulatory documents. education of foreign students

 Department of International Activities and Work with Foreign Students

https://zp.edu.ua/international-activities/department-of-international-activities-and-work-with-foreign-students/

Providing consultations, assistance in issuing invitations, support in obtaining study visas, and completing documents upon arrival to study at a higher education institution in accordance with current legislation.

Regulations on the Department of International Activities and Work with Foreign Students

https://zp.edu.ua/international-activities/department-of-international-activities-and-work-with-foreign-students/

The certification of candidates is carried out in the form of a public defense of the dissertation.

The dissertation for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy must be an independent, detailed study that proposes a solution to a complex problem in the field of tourism and recreation or on the border with related specialties. It must ensure the acquisition of new holistic knowledge and/or the development of professional practice and must not contain academic plagiarism, falsification or fabrication.

The requirements for the dissertation and the defense procedure must be published taking into account current legislation and current regulatory documents of the university.