Towards Modern Engineering Study: Responding to Necessities of the Country in a Globalised World

Abstract

In a changing world, there is a continuing need to adapt the higher education systém of our country to ensure that it remains competitive and respond effectively to challenges of globalization. The paper discusses the fundamental characteristics of studying, such as general requirements for obtaining a degree, academie regulations and procedures as well as administrative organization. This approach is based on the experience of leading US universities and although considers the entire systém of higher education it is mainly focused on the engineering studies.