The current state of higher military education in Azerbaijan

Mujkan Mammadzada

Abstract


This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of higher military education in Azerbaijan. The aim of the research is to examine the institutional, pedagogical, and technological aspects of the higher military education system, identify existing challenges, and scientifically outline the prospects for future development. The article employs analytical and comparative methods based on both local and international sources, with particular emphasis on adaptation efforts aligned with NATO and Turkish models. The research demonstrates that higher military education in Azerbaijan is primarily structured in accordance with the country's strategic security policies, and certain reforms have been implemented in recent years. However, issues such as the adaptation of curricula to real combat conditions, the implementation of technology-based training, personnel shortages, and material-technical support remain pressing. The article also identifies new research directions in the context of contemporary challenges. These include the integration of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity into military education, the expansion of programs focused on leadership and psychological resilience, and the role of gender and social factors in military education. The findings suggest that comprehensive and interdisciplinary approaches not only enhance the effectiveness of higher military education but also accelerate Azerbaijan’s alignment with international standards in military training. This article presents valuable results from both theoretical and practical perspectives and serves as a conceptual basis for future research.

Keywords


Higher Military Education; Azerbaijani Armed Forces; Military Curriculum; Security and Defense; NATO Standards.

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