Burgas Free University (BFU) is one of Bulgaria's leading non-state universities, offering education through four faculties: Legal Studies, Business Studies, Computer Science and Engineering, and Humanities. It boasts modern facilities and a range of academic centers, including a Distance Education Center and a Technology Transfer Office, fostering a supportive environment for education, research, and innovation. Accredited to host 7,200 students, certified under ISO 9001:2008, and participating in ECTS, BFU provides Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral programs aligned with global standards and trends. It emphasizes curriculum innovation, cutting-edge teaching approaches, and e-learning technologies. BFU is an internationally recognized member of the European Universities Association, collaborating with over 150 global partners and actively participating in EU Operational Programs to align education with labor market needs and advance digital learning. Additionally, it engages with local and state institutions to support policy development and regional initiatives. With its expertise in over 100 successful projects, BFU contributes technological, methodological, educational, and managerial insights to drive initiatives like the digital shift and green transition.
EU-Track is a multidisciplinary Research and Development Centre with extensive international expertise in fields such as geotechnical engineering, nanotechnology, ICT, education, pedagogy, sociology, STE(A)M, and educational robotics. Its strength lies in its interdisciplinary approach, blending academic, scientific, and entrepreneurial skills to drive research and innovation. Since 2017, EU-Track has expanded its international network, collaborating with universities, research centers, businesses, public authorities, and training institutions across Europe and Asia. Active in areas like virtual and augmented reality, robotics, cultural heritage, and education, EU-Track fosters intercultural exchange and synergy through joint actions and initiatives. The center collaborates with numerous European countries, including Austria, Belgium, and Spain, and Asian nations like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Nepal. EU-Track also offers training courses to enhance competencies among educators, adults, and youth, leveraging its team’s pedagogical and professional expertise to improve teaching and learning systems globally.
The secondary high school “Arturo Bianchini,” founded in the 1970s and named after historian and palaeographer Arturo Bianchini, has evolved to meet the educational needs of its changing cultural landscape. Located in the heart of Terracina, the recently renovated school complies with modern building and safety standards and features accessible facilities, including a digital library, gymnasium, multipurpose sports field, amphitheater, and green spaces. Equipped with advanced technologies such as interactive whiteboards (LIM), notebooks, and a photovoltaic system ensuring energy autonomy, it offers an innovative learning environment. The institute focuses on four study areas: Administration, Finance and Marketing, Corporate Information Systems, Tourism, and Chemistry, providing training aligned with EU standards in legal, economic, and scientific-technological fields. Its mission includes fostering entrepreneurship, multilingualism, digital learning, and active citizenship. Additional activities include cultural exchanges, STEM labs, inclusion projects, certifications (EIPASS, Cambridge, Delf, etc.), and programs like #tuttiascuola for inclusion and lifelong learning. Through European-funded projects such as Comenius, Erasmus Young Guides, and Be Creative, the school emphasizes innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, preparing students for a globalized world.
İstanbul Ataturk Fen Lisesi (İAFL) is a prestigious public science high school founded in 1982 as part of Turkey's Science School Project. Located on a 45,000 m² campus in Kadıköy, Istanbul, the school offers a rigorous academic curriculum focused on science and mathematics, preparing its 495 students, aged 14-18, for careers in science, engineering, and medicine. Equipped with modern facilities, including 17 classrooms, science laboratories, a library, a conference hall, and sports amenities, the campus also features energy-efficient technology powered by solar panels. İAFL is a boarding school accommodating students from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds across Turkey.
The school fosters academic excellence through participation in national and international competitions and Olympiads, while also addressing students' social and cultural needs through a variety of extracurricular clubs, such as robotics, sustainable living, debate, and fine arts. Recent efforts to internationalize education have led to participation in Erasmus and eTwinning projects, emphasizing the value of European mobility programs to enhance students' social and professional competencies. İAFL is committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals by balancing its intense academic program with opportunities for cultural exchange, resilience-building, and personal growth.
Our high school, located in the Dornelor Basin, Suceava County, offers a diverse academic curriculum with specializations in Mathematics-Intensive Computer Science, Mathematics-Computer Science, Natural Sciences with Intensive English or French, Philology, and Social Sciences. Serving 551 students, the school operates in two buildings housing 20 classrooms, seven laboratories (including computer science, physics, chemistry, and biology), a robotics and counseling office, a library with a documentation and information center, and a gym. The teaching staff comprises 38 educators, 97.37% of whom are qualified, with 29 holding the highest teaching degree, and includes two doctoral degree holders and five trainers. Equipped with a strong material base, including an internet network, laptops, printers, digitized classrooms, and trained staff for online activities, the school is well-prepared to support innovative educational projects and initiatives.
The Vocational High School of Mechanical Engineering and Electronics (PGMEE), established in 1925, offers a combination of general and vocational training in mechanical engineering, motor vehicles, electrical engineering, and computer technology. Currently, 768 students are enrolled in eight specializations, including Mechatronics, Microprocessor Technology, Computer Networks, and Automotive Mechatronics, with aviation technician training introduced in 2019. Over its 95-year history, PGMEE has produced thousands of highly qualified technicians who have contributed to regional and national industries. The school employs a dedicated team of 61 educators and began offering dual training in 2018/2019 in collaboration with EVN Bulgaria Electricity Distributor EAD. Modernized facilities include state-of-the-art training rooms, labs for mechatronics, welding, and electronics, and an active participation in EU-funded projects. PGMEE is known for its students' achievements in national competitions and global events, such as the Shell Eco-marathon World Championships, and has been an innovative school since 2017.