EPAM School of Digital Engineering

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today we celebrate the strength, talent, and impact of women who shape the future of technology, education, and innovation.

At EPAM School of Digital Engineering, we are proud to support women at every stage of their learning and career journeys - from students taking their first steps in IT to professionals growing into leadership roles.

Your curiosity, resilience, and ambition inspire progress every day.
Wishing you confidence in your goals, opportunities to grow, and success in everything you create.

🎓 Great news - Admissions 2026/2027 are now open at IT Park University!

Together with , we announce the start of the new enrollment campaign for the upcoming academic year.

We are opening applications for both and Degree Programs.

🎓 Master’s Degree Programs:

🔸Software Engineering
 • Solution Architecture
 • Cloud and DevOps
 • Data Processing and AI

🔸Information Security
 • Cybersecurity Architecture
 • Cybersecurity Management

🔸IT Project Management & AI
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🎓 Bachelor’s Degree Programs:

🔹Software Engineering
 • Front-End
 • Back-End
 • Full-Stack
 • Mobile Development
 • Automated Testing

🔹Cybersecurity
 • Security Operations
 • Cloud Security & DevSecOps
 • AI Application Security

Programs combine academic foundations with real industry practice, mentorship from EPAM experts, and a strong focus on practical, job-ready skills.

This is your opportunity to join programs built at the intersection of university education and real-world engineering experience.

📌 Learn more about the tracks and apply for the 2026/2027 intake.

Modern can no longer be separated from real industry challenges and fast-evolving technologies.
But what does truly future-ready education look like in practice?

We spoke with Viktor Kauk, Academic Supervisor of the Master’s programs at IT Park University, about how modern IT specialists are prepared for constant change — and why a Master’s student should think like a researcher, not just a performer.

In our new article, we explore how scientific thinking, real-world projects, and shape modern IT professionals and answer key questions, including:

• What makes a different from a Bachelor’s?
• How does mindset define professional growth?
• What are the three key pillars of the ?

👉 Read the full article on WeAreCommunity.

Modern can no longer be separated from real industry challenges and fast-evolving technologies.
But what does truly future-ready education look like in practice?

We spoke with Viktor Kauk, Academic Supervisor of the Master’s programs at IT Park University, about how modern IT specialists are prepared for constant change — and why a Master’s student should think like a researcher, not just a performer.

In our new article, we explore how scientific thinking, real-world projects, and shape modern IT professionals and answer key questions, including:

• What makes a different from a Bachelor’s?
• How does mindset define professional growth?
• What are the three key pillars of the ?

👉 Read the full article on WeAreCommunity. Link in the profile header.

Students’ Fears and Emotions Before a New Stage.
Olena Slonska, Senior Talent Development Specialist at EPAM

Remember your first day before starting university or a new semester? That mix of excitement and fear - “Will I manage?”, “Do I have enough energy to combine it all?”

These emotions are normal. Fear doesn’t mean you’re not ready. It just signals that something important is beginning.

1. Doubt is not an enemy but a call to action. When a student feels nervous before an interview or a new course, that moment is an opportunity for growth. Use fear as fuel to prepare better.

2. Stop comparing yourself to others. Everyone has their own rhythm. Some start working during their first year, others later — both paths are fine. Careers are not races, they are marathons.

3. Ask for support. Managers, teachers, coaches — they are not just observers; they are partners. Most of them have walked this path and can help make yours easier.

The hardest part is rarely the work or the studies themselves — it’s dealing with our doubts. But right behind those doubts lies the quiet confidence that we are stronger and more capable than we think.

Artificial intelligence is no longer a tool of the future — it’s already shaping how IT systems are built, how decisions are made, and how professionals create value every day.

But there’s a growing gap between simply and truly understanding it.

At , is treated not as a trend, but as a core professional competence — one that requires system thinking, critical validation, and responsible integration into real products.

Together with Viktor Kauk, Academic Supervisor of the Master’s programs at , we explored how AI is transforming both and professional education — and what skills will define strong specialists in the era.

In our article, you’ll discover:
• why AI is becoming a foundational layer of modern IT
• the difference between everyday AI use and engineering-level AI work
• how future-ready professionals are being prepared today

👉 Read the full article on WeAreCommunity. Link in the profile header.

Artificial intelligence is no longer a tool of the future — it’s already shaping how IT systems are built, how decisions are made, and how professionals create value every day.

But there’s a growing gap between simply and truly understanding it.

At , Artificial Intelligence is treated not as a trend, but as a core professional competence — one that requires system thinking, critical validation, and responsible integration into real products.

Together with Viktor Kauk, Academic Supervisor of the Master’s programs at ITPU, we explored how AI is transforming both and professional education — and what skills will define strong specialists in the era.

In our article, you’ll discover:
• why AI is becoming a foundational layer of modern IT
• the difference between everyday AI use and engineering-level AI work
• how future-ready professionals are being prepared today

👉 Read the full article on WeAreCommunity. Link in the profile header.

Make the Most of Your Learning Journey.
Yulyana Huliayeva , Senior Talent Development Specialist at EPAM

Approach your studies with intention — not with the mindset of “doing the minimum to pass.”

EPAM School training programs offer a lot: valuable materials, experienced mentors, and real interaction. The more you take from this process, the more meaningful and impactful your learning becomes.

From the very beginning, let go of the “all or nothing” mindset. Combining work and study is not easy — there will always be moments when things feel harder than expected. That’s perfectly fine. Not everything needs to be perfect; progress matters more than perfection.
Even when time is short, don’t give up completely. Reading for 20 minutes or simply reflecting on an assignment still matters — it’s always better than doing nothing.

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A Coaching Perspective: How to Stay Focused and Energized

“Successfully combining studies and work often depends less on time management and more on energy management. You can have a perfect plan, but without energy it will fall apart.”
Natalia Ostashko, PhD, ICF, Senior Program Program Manager at EPAM.

1. Start your day with a quick energy check. Ask yourself, “What do I have energy for today?” It’s not always 100%. Sometimes doing less, but with intention, brings better results.

2. Schedule recovery, not just tasks. Short walks between classes, a break from screens, or an evening offline are not signs of laziness — they are long‑term productivity strategies.

3. Clarify your mission. When you clearly understand WHY you study or work, motivation stays strong even through stressful weeks.

Balancing work and study is not just a challenge - it’s a path to maturity. It teaches you to choose, to realign, and to trust yourself. Once students realize that, they grow not only professionally but personally - they become more resilient, self‑aware, and grounded.