ATHEA welcomes Uvurkhangai Polytechnic College as its newest Institutional Member
The Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation (ATHEA) is pleased to welcome Uvurkhangai Polytechnic College, named after Honored Teacher of Mongolia Jantsandorj J., as its newest Institutional Member.
Accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of Mongolia, Uvurkhangai Polytechnic College has been a cornerstone of vocational and technical education since its founding in 1974. Over the past five decades, it has grown into one of Mongolia’s leading institutions for professional and workforce training, serving between 1,100 and 1,500 students annually.
Located in Arvaikheer, Uvurkhangai Province, the college provides education and hands-on training across six major sectors: industry, construction, information technology, transportation and mining, services, and agriculture. Its comprehensive curriculum and practical learning environment reflect Mongolia’s growing demand for skilled professionals in both traditional and emerging industries.
The institution’s vision is to become a national leader in training and production aligned with international standards, while its mission emphasizes preparing competitive and ethical professionals who meet the evolving needs of the labor market.
Uvurkhangai Polytechnic College maintains active partnerships with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), TİKA, the U.S. Embassy in Mongolia, and various domestic organizations to continuously enhance its facilities, academic programs, and research capacity. These collaborations have strengthened the institution’s role as a driver of innovation and sustainable development in technical and vocational education.
By joining ATHEA, Uvurkhangai Polytechnic College affirms its commitment to international quality standards, continuous improvement, and global academic cooperation. Through this membership, the institution will engage in ATHEA’s quality assurance network, professional development initiatives, and peer benchmarking to further enhance its academic excellence and institutional effectiveness.
Through nearly five decades of dedication to quality education, Uvurkhangai Polytechnic College continues to play a vital role in producing skilled professionals who contribute significantly to Mongolia’s social and economic development.
