Development of research competencies among students of full-time general higher education programs

Authors

  • Vladimir N. Pasovets State Educational Establishment «University of Сivil Protection of the Ministry for Emergency Situations of the Republic of Belarus»; 220118, Belarus, Minsk, Mashinostroiteley str., 25 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9451-9513
  • Vadim A. Kovtun Branch «Institute of Vocational Education» of the State Educational Establishment «University of Civil Protection of the Ministry for Emergency Situations of the Republic of Belarus»; 246023, Belarus, Gomel, Rechitskiy ave., 35A https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9510-132X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33408/2519-237X.2025.9-3.410

Keywords:

research competence, educational process, general higher education, higher education institution

Abstract

Purpose. To define the methodological approaches and directions for developing research competencies in students of full-time general higher education programs.

Methods. Theoretical analysis.

Findings. Directions of the formation of research competencies among students of full-time general higher education programs are proposed. It is demonstrated that the implementation of these directions requires a comprehensive approach, including the integration of scientific research into the educational process, the establishment of a mentoring system, the stimulation of both students and teaching staff, and the development of academic mobility programs. These measures can significantly enhance the level of research competencies among students and prepare them for successful professional activities. It is established that an educational process incorporating elements of research activity allows students not only to deepen their knowledge in a specific field but also to develop skills in systemic thinking, analytical and critical analysis, as well as the ability to work with information and new technologies. Through participation in research activities, students not only cultivate their reasoning, justification, and argumentation skills but also enhance their ability to publicly present and defend the results of their work. Furthermore, they recognize themselves as subjects of the research process, acquiring skills in solving research-related challenges.

Application field of research. The educational process of full-time general higher education programs.

Author Biographies

Vladimir N. Pasovets, State Educational Establishment «University of Сivil Protection of the Ministry for Emergency Situations of the Republic of Belarus»; 220118, Belarus, Minsk, Mashinostroiteley str., 25

Faculty of Postgraduate Scientific Education, Head of the Faculty; PhD in Technical Sciences, Associate Professor

Vadim A. Kovtun, Branch «Institute of Vocational Education» of the State Educational Establishment «University of Civil Protection of the Ministry for Emergency Situations of the Republic of Belarus»; 246023, Belarus, Gomel, Rechitskiy ave., 35A

Chair of Operational-Tactical Activity and Technical Equipment, Professor; Grand PhD in Technical Sciences, Professor

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2025-08-13

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Pasovets В. Н. and Kovtun В. А. (2025) “Development of research competencies among students of full-time general higher education programs”, Journal of Civil Protection, 9(3), pp. 410–421. doi: 10.33408/2519-237X.2025.9-3.410.

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