Comparison and harmonisation of qualifications in the context of Ukraine's integration into the european education area: theoretical and conceptual principle

- Петренко, Лариса Михайлівна (orcid.org/0000-0002-7604-7273) (2026) Comparison and harmonisation of qualifications in the context of Ukraine's integration into the european education area: theoretical and conceptual principle Освітня аналітика України, 1 (38). pp. 40-53. ISSN 2617-8532

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Abstract

The article provides a theoretical justification and conceptualisation of the principles of comparison and harmonisation of qualifications in the context of Ukraineʼs integration into the European Education Area. The author’s approach is based on a comprehensive analysis of scientific sources, EU regulations (particularly the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and Directive 2005/36/EC), and provisions of Ukrainian legislation governing the development of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). The study synthesises the framework, competence-based, institutional, and functional approaches, enabling the development of a conceptual model for qualifications harmonisation. The research identifies and characterises the main models of harmonisation applied in the EU, including the general recognition system, sectoral approach, and temporary mobility mechanisms. Key concepts of “qualification” and “competence” are conceptually aligned in the context of the NQF-EQF relationship. Limitations inherent in qualifications frameworks are revealed, including institutional inertia and manifestations of academic drift. On this basis, a conceptual model of qualifications harmonisation for Ukraineʼs integration into the European Educational Area is proposed, integrating the reference framework (EQF), a competence-based description of learning outcomes, institutional coordination (National Qualifications Agency), and functional relevance to labour market requirements (ESCO/ECVET). It is concluded that the theoretical-conceptual principles of Ukraineʼs integration into the European educational area should rely on the standardisation of level descriptors, the unification of approaches to formulating learning outcomes, and the development of qualifications recognition infrastructure. Based on this, recommendations are proposed for improving Ukraineʼs education policy aimed at qualifications harmonisation, ensuring their transparency, and enhancing professional mobility. The novelty of the study lies in developing a conceptual model of qualifications harmonisation for Ukraineʼs integration into the European Educational Area, which enables overcoming limitations of traditional approaches and forms the conceptual-theoretical basis for the development of European integration policy in the field of qualifications.

Item Type:	Article
Keywords:	qualification, harmonisation, EQF, NQF, competence, European integration, conceptual model
Subjects:	Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 304 Social questions. Social practice. Cultural practice. Way of life (Lebensweise) Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 37 Education > 377 Specialized instruction. Vocational, technical, professional training. Vocational colleges, institutes. Polytechnics Science and knowledge. Organization. Computer science. Information. Documentation. Librarianship. Institutions. Publications > 3 Social Sciences > 37 Education > 378 Higher education. Universities. Academic study
Divisions:	Institute of Pedagogical Education and Education for the Adults > Department of Theory and Practice of Pedagogical Education
Depositing User:	професор Лариса Михайлівна Петренко
Date Deposited:	01 May 2026 07:53
Last Modified:	01 May 2026 07:53
URI:	https://lib.iitta.gov.ua/id/eprint/749011

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