Within the framework of the International Scientific and Technical Forum “Architecture, Construction, Design: Technologies, Management, Resources”, the Final Conference “The BRIDGE: From Project Results to Sustainable Impact on Universities, Students and the Construction Industry” was held to present the outcomes of the Erasmus+ CBHE project “The BRIDGE – Bridging the Gap Between University and Industry: An Innovative Master’s Programme Supporting the Development of Green Jobs and Digital Skills in the Ukrainian Construction Sector” (Project No. 101127884).
The conference provided an important platform for presenting the project's key achievements, discussing its impact on the modernisation of higher education, the development of digital competencies among future construction professionals, and the strengthening of cooperation between universities and industry representatives.
Odessa State Academy of Civil Engineering and Architecture (OSACEA) was represented at the conference by Vladyslav SHEKHOVTSOV, PhD in Technical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Master’s Programme “BIM Engineering”, and Associate Professor at the Department of Reinforced Concrete Structures and Transport Facilities.
In his presentation entitled “Quality and Innovation in Education: The BRIDGE Results, Institutional Changes and New Student Experiences”, Vladyslav SHEKHOVTSOV highlighted the Academy’s main achievements within the framework of the project.
One of the key outcomes of OSACEA’s participation in the project was the development and implementation of the Master’s Programme “BIM Engineering”, designed to train highly qualified specialists capable of applying digital technologies throughout all stages of the life cycle of construction projects.
Another significant achievement was the establishment of a modern BIM Laboratory, providing students with opportunities to acquire practical skills in digital modelling, design, and construction process management.
Particular attention was paid to the institutional changes introduced at the Academy through the implementation of the project, including the improvement of educational content, professional development of academic staff, expansion of international academic cooperation, and involvement of construction industry representatives in the further development of the educational programme.
The presentation also highlighted new opportunities and experiences for students, who have gained access to modern digital tools and opportunities to participate in international educational events, masterclasses, and academic mobility programmes.
The BRIDGE Final Conference not only marked the conclusion of the international project but also represented an important milestone in establishing the foundations for the long-term sustainability and further development of its results.
For Odessa State Academy of Civil Engineering and Architecture, participation in The BRIDGE project has opened up new opportunities for modernising engineering education, strengthening international cooperation, and preparing a new generation of professionals capable of addressing the challenges of digital transformation, sustainable development, and Ukraine’s reconstruction.
