Tailor-Made Biomedical Course Welcomes First Graduates from Ukraine
Six students from the National Technical University of Ukraine (Kyiv Polytechnic Institute) have successfully completed a specialized program developed in collaboration with the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering at the Czech Technical University (CTU). This unique course allowed students to integrate theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in the development and maintenance of innovative healthcare technologies.
A major advantage of the course was its practical connection with leading companies in the Czech healthcare industry. Partners like LINET, a bed manufacturer, BTL, a producer of rehabilitation equipment, and Comedeq, a supplier of clinic equipment, participated in the program, providing students with valuable industry insights.
Before launching the course, the team analyzed the students’ curriculum to ensure that practical demonstrations in clinical practice aligned with their theoretical studies at Kyiv Polytechnic Institute. CTU's Faculty of Biomedical Engineering provided extensive laboratory facilities and experienced, multilingual instructors for the course.
The course also included internships with participating companies. “One of the biggest advantages was CTU's long-standing collaboration with companies like LINET and BTL, which are among the largest employers of CTU graduates,” said Associate Professor Jiří Hozman, Ph.D., who led the program at CTU.
The students themselves praised the program’s practicality. Familiar with some of the companies in Ukraine, they enjoyed meeting with executives and learning directly from industry leaders. Polina, one of the participants, mentioned her familiarity with LINET from other biomedical engineering events. “I hadn’t heard of Comedeq before, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much they are doing for Ukraine—not only in the western regions but also in hospitals near the front line,” Polina added.
Her classmate Valentyn highlighted the invaluable experience of visiting R&D departments and discussing strategies for introducing new products to the market. “For us young specialists, it’s crucial to understand patenting, certification, licensing, and other necessary steps for launching products,” Valentyn explained. He appreciated the opportunity to gain insight into problem-solving strategies for the maintenance and servicing of medical devices.
The Ukrainian participants received certificates for completing the course and are eager to continue collaborating after their studies. They could, for instance, provide specialized training on using and servicing Czech-made products directly in Ukraine.
This pilot program tested the adaptability of the Czech educational system to Ukraine’s needs, with a focus on training future biomedical engineers to handle medical equipment effectively and safely. Skilled professionals help ensure a longer lifespan for medical devices and contribute to a more sustainable healthcare system.
The project was made possible thanks to the support of the Czech Ministry of Industry and Trade.
