Participants of the Academic Course Explore AzTU’s Research and Educational Activities

A familiarisation visit to Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) was organised for participants of the Strategic Studies and State Defence Management Academic Course at the Institute of Military Management of the National Defence University.

The visit aimed to facilitate the exchange of experience and strengthen ties between scientific and educational institutions and military management structures.

AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev provided detailed information on the university’s achievements in recent years, its scientific potential, modern teaching and educational programmes, advanced infrastructure, as well as its strategic development priorities. The Rector highlighted the government’s strong support for the expansion of the engineering sector across various fields, including projects implemented at the university in the defence industry, as well as the development of a highly qualified workforce. He also outlined the university’s efforts to expand its research capabilities and adopt best practices from international experience.

During the meeting, participants were also briefed on AzTU’s activities in conducting research, improving the educational process, introducing innovative approaches, and advancing university–industry cooperation.

The discussions also covered the role of science, modelling solutions, and innovation in the development of information technology, artificial intelligence, and the defence industry; opportunities for cooperation between higher education institutions and military structures; and the practical application of scientific knowledge in industry.

Following the meeting, the Academic Course participants took part in a familiarisation tour of AzTU.

The guests had the opportunity to explore AzTU’s modern laboratories, the AZCON School of Engineering and Technology (AZSET), the Library and Information Centre, and the university’s educational infrastructure. They were also introduced to the innovative teaching methods implemented at AzTU, its research activities, and technological solutions developed for the industrial and defence sectors.