About

King Danylo University (KDU) is a young (founded in 1997) university headquartered in Ivano-Frankivsk (western part of Ukraine). Number of our students is 4800+ with 210 academic staff. Currently, King Danylo University offers education at three possible levels (Bachelor, Master and PhD) at the following thematic areas: Construction and civil engineering, Architecture and urban planning, Software engineering, Design, Hotel-restaurant business, Tourism, Entrepreneurship, trade and stock market, Accounting and taxation, Finance, banking and insurance, Law, Philology, Journalism, Advertising and public relations, Musical art, Theology.

KDU follows own Internationalization strategy is becoming active in international cooperation on the selected thematic areas. During Autumn-Winter 2022 we have applied for several calls for projects under Erasmus+ and H2020 programs, signed cooperation agreements with universities from UK, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Czech Republic, Croatia, Latvia, Slovakia etc.

Starting from mid of 2023 KDU is a partner of 4 Horizon Europe and EIT projects focused on climate innovations, PV panel refabrication and H2 production and utilization.

Activities

King Danylo University (KDU) plays a vital role in the Hydrogen Centres of Vocational Excellence (H2CoVE) project as the regional coordinator in Ukraine. KDU leverages its connections within the Precarpathian region's oil and gas sector to introduce hydrogen-related competencies into Ukraine's vocational and higher education systems. One of the university's main focuses is to address the existing gap in hydrogen-specific education by contributing to the development of new skills and educational programs tailored to the needs of the emerging hydrogen economy. Through the project, KDU is involved in disseminating key outcomes and innovations to local companies, authorities, and educational institutions. These efforts aim to help industries in the region adapt to hydrogen technologies, aligning with the region's growing interest in renewable energy and hydrogen production.

KDU is also engaged in preparing a strategic educational portfolio for hydrogen technologies. The university is planning to incorporate hydrogen-related modules and courses into its Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs and university degrees, focusing on upskilling and reskilling professionals in the region. As a result, local industries will benefit from a skilled workforce capable of contributing to the production, storage, and application of hydrogen in various sectors. The university is actively engaging with regional companies and authorities to ensure that the project’s outcomes are shared widely and can influence local energy policy and development strategies.

In addition to curriculum development, KDU is collaborating with regional stakeholders on hydrogen infrastructure projects, such as the injection of hydrogen into gas grids and the production of green hydrogen. These initiatives are part of the larger regional energy program and are seen as vital for the future development of hydrogen technologies in western Ukraine. The university's role in H2CoVE positions it as a key player in promoting hydrogen technologies and advancing Ukraine's hydrogen economy while contributing to European efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources.

KDU’s participation in the H2CoVE project will not only enhance its academic standing but also strengthen its research capabilities in the hydrogen sector. The university is committed to fostering innovation, building local and regional hydrogen ecosystems, and playing a crucial part in Ukraine’s move toward energy independence and sustainability.