Dissatisfaction among students is growing in the country's higher education institutions. Since the beginning of the academic year, social media has regularly recorded complaints regarding the state of the educational process and the material facilities of universities.
Main Student Grievances
According to social media reports, students highlight a number of systemic problems hindering full-fledged learning. Among the most acute issues are the lack of a stable schedule, a shortage of teaching staff, and weak material and technical equipment in universities.
- high cost of contract-based tuition
- low quality of knowledge provided
- frequent absence of classes or excessive academic workload
System Criticism in Parliament
Jogorku Kenesh MP of the VIII convocation, Dastan Bekeshev, raised the issue of higher education. In his opinion, many universities function according to an outdated model, failing to provide real knowledge.
"What do students get as a result of completing their studies? Usually a diploma, and that's it. Universities have turned into organizations for sucking money. Contracts are increasing, but whether the quality of education is improving is a big question."
The lawmaker emphasized that universities need to transform into centers of educational initiatives rather than simply issuing graduation documents.
Context
Currently, more than 230,000 students are studying in Kyrgyzstan's universities. Dastan Bekeshev is an MP of the VIII convocation representing District No. 22 and is a member of the 'El Ümütü Ata-Jurt' parliamentary group.
