Ministry of Education plans to curtail mandatory subjects in schools

High school students. Photo: High School

Starting in 2027, changes will be introduced to the high school curriculum in Ukrainian schools. The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MON) has announced a reform that will impact students in grades 10, 11, and 12. The main innovation is the implementation of a clear system of specialized education, allowing students to independently select subjects for in-depth study. As part of this reform, certain subjects will be removed from the mandatory curriculum, including foreign literature, world history, civic education, biology/ecology, geography, physics, and chemistry.

The Ministry emphasizes that some mandatory disciplines will remain, but their list will be finalized in a new Standard Educational Program, which is currently under development. In grade 10, students will continue studying subjects from all educational fields outlined in the State Standard for Specialized Secondary Education, which include:

• Language and Literature Block: Ukrainian language, literature, foreign languages.
• Mathematics Block: Algebra, geometry, and integrated mathematics courses.
• Natural Sciences Block: Integrated courses or separate subjects such as physics, chemistry, biology, and geography.
• Civic and Historical Education: History and civic education.
• Social and Health-Saving Disciplines: Courses on health and well-being.
• Informatics: Computer science and programming.
• 'Physical Education: Sports activities.
• Arts Education: Music, painting, etc.
• Technological Education: Technology and industrial design.

There will be three levels of choice in high school, allowing students to focus more on their interests:

1. Specialized Learning: Core subjects for in-depth study.
2. Profile Detailing: Selection of additional subjects within the chosen specialization.
3. Non-Profile Subjects: Disciplines that cater to individual interests.

Specialized education tracks will include language studies, STEM (natural sciences, mathematics, IT), social sciences and humanities, among others.

In grade 10, the first phase will focus on adaptation, allowing students to change their chosen specialization. In grades 11 and 12, the number of mandatory subjects will be reduced, enabling students to concentrate on their specialized disciplines.

This reform aims to make education more flexible and tailored to the individual needs of each student, helping high schoolers better prepare for their future careers or higher education.

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