TANDEM-UA-DE Project
About the TANDEM-UA-DE Project
The TANDEM-UA-DE (Teaching and Administration Network for Double Degree Education and Mobility – Ukraine and Germany) creates a transformative partnership between Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden and six Ukrainian universities for lasting, impactful cooperation in the preparation of specialists in digital technology and management.
Ukrainian partner universities:
- National University “Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic”,
- National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute”,
- Odesa State Agrarian University,
- Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture,
- Volodymyr Vynnychenko Central Ukrainian State University,
- Lutsk National Technical University.
The project aims to establish a double-degree program in Digital Technologies and Management (DTM) and develop joint teaching modules that enhance collaboration between students and faculty from Germany and Ukraine.
This project builds upon the success of the DILLUGIS initiative and is designed to foster long-term cooperation in digital technology, management, and interdisciplinary education.
The project is implemented with the support of the DAAD as part of the ‘German-Ukrainian University Network’ programme funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR).
Activities
The TANDEM-UA-DE project focuses on several key objectives and activities that aim to enhance educational quality and create strong academic and industry networks:
- Double-Degree Programmes
The project offers a joint German-Ukrainian double-degree programmes in Digital Technologies and Management (DTM). Ukrainian students will study online and in Germany and gain practical experience through internships in German companies. - Joint Teaching Modules
Together with Ukrainian partners, OTH Amberg-Weiden will develop 20 interdisciplinary teaching modules that cover topics in management and digital technology. These modules will be offered in a blended learning format, combining online and offline teaching methods. - Student and Faculty Mobility
The project encourages academic mobility through study-abroad programmes and internships in Germany, while faculty members will engage in teaching exchanges. - Support for Ukrainian Universities' Staff
The project will provide training and capacity-building sessions for Ukrainian administrative staff on international cooperation, joint teaching, double-degree development, academic mobility, and the use of digital learning tools.
LIST OF DISCIPLINES AND COURSES OFFERED IN WINTER SEMESTER 2025/2026
You may choose from the following courses (Please note that learning takes time and effort, so please consider your capabilities. Please select not more than 2 courses):
- Mathematics
- IoT Technology
- Fundamentals of Business Administration
- Principles of Accounting and Finance
- English for Academic Purposes
- German language course A1
A detailed description of the learning outcomes, course content and lecturers can be found in the course catalog.
The project is open to students from Ukrainian partner universities who have a minimum English language proficiency level of B1. Participation in the German Language A1 online course does not require knowledge of English, but a basic knowledge of German is recommended.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE TANDEM-UA-DE PROJECT:
- Carefully read the information about the project and decide whether you need it.
- Choose the courses/disciplines of your interest that will be studied online in the framework of TANDEM-UA-DE Project, after thoroughly familiarizing yourself with their structure, competencies and skills. For more information, please consult the course catalog.
- Fill out the application form below with brief information about yourself, chosen courses and justification of the importance of participating in the project (2-3 sentences).
- Have a short interview with the project coordinators.
- Receive a confirmation letter about enrollment in courses.
- Take part in the organizational meeting and receive the class schedule.
- Take part in online lectures and digital practical activities.
- Pass the final assessment and receive a certificate.
Application for the TANDEM-UA-DE Project Winter Semester 2025/2026 for Ukrainian students
Important organisational aspects
- The training will be provided by Ukrainian lecturers in an online format according to the courses of the "Digital Technology and Management" programme of the Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden, Technical University of Applied Sciences.
- The language of education and communication is English.
- The start of online classes – October 1, 2025, the end of classes and final assessment – January, 2026. Application deadline – 07.09.25
- Mandatory participation in at least 80% of online classes.
- The number of students participating in the project is limited, so registration is conducted on the principle of "first come, first served", on the condition of successful selection.