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Baku State University

Bakı Dövlət Universiteti
Other name	BDU
Former name	Azerbaijan State University (1924-1991)
Other campuses	Quba Khizi
Type	Public
Established	1 September 1919; 105 years ago (1919-09-01)
Founder	Parliament of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic
Rector	Elchin Babayev
Academic staff	3,000
Students	26,000
Address	AZ1148, Academician Zahid Khalilov str. 33 , Baku , Azerbaijan 40°22′23″N 49°48′41″E / 40.37306°N 49.81139°E / 40.37306; 49.81139
Campus	Urban (8.62 ha) 4 buildings
Newspaper Television	Bakı Universiteti BDUTV
Transportation	Metro: Line 2 Elmlər Akademiyası station Bus №: 3, 6, 10, 17, 18, 29, 53, 96, 206
Colors	Beige and blue
Website	bsu.edu.az

Baku State University (BSU), also known as BDU, is a big public university in Baku, Azerbaijan. It was started on September 1, 1919, by the Parliament of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic.

When it first opened, the university had four main study areas. These were history and languages, physics and math, law, and medicine. About 1094 students joined in the beginning. The first leader of BSU was V.I. Razumovsky, who was a surgery professor.

In 1930, the university was temporarily closed down. It was replaced by a teaching institute. But in 1934, BSU opened its doors again. It kept going strong even during the tough years of World War II, when there weren't many teachers.

By 1959, BSU had grown to 13 different study areas. Some parts of BSU later became their own universities. These include the Azerbaijan Medical University and the Azerbaijan State Economic University.

Many important people have studied at BSU. Two former presidents of Azerbaijan, Abulfaz Elchibey and Heydar Aliyev, went to BSU. The famous physicist Lev Landau, who won a Nobel Prize, also studied there from 1922 to 1924.

BSU is the only university from Azerbaijan that is ranked by international groups. It is known as one of the top universities in the country.

History of Baku State University

Coat of arms of Baku State University in 1919.

Baku State University was created on September 1, 1919. This happened because the Parliament of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic decided to establish it. The university began with four main departments: history and languages, physics and math, law, and medicine.

The first leader of the university was a well-known surgeon named V. I. Razumovsky. In the early years, from 1920 to 1940, many important professors taught there. These included the Azerbaijani writer Abdurrahim bey Hagverdiyev and other scholars. The university also invited famous teachers from other countries to come to Baku.

In 1930, the university was closed for a short time. This was part of a plan to change how higher education worked. A new teaching institute was created instead. However, BSU started up again in 1934. It quickly became a main center for science and education in Azerbaijan.

The students of Medical Faculty of Baku State University in 1923.

Even though many teachers went to serve in World War II, the university stayed strong. In 1945, BSU teachers helped create the Azerbaijan Academy of Science. Many of Azerbaijan's top universities today started out as parts of Baku State University. These include the Azerbaijan Medical University and the Azerbaijan University of Economy.

After 1969, BSU grew even more. New study areas, departments, and about 30 science research labs were added. The university continued to develop under the leadership of Heydar Aliyev. It has always been a very important place for science and learning in Azerbaijan. Many famous scientists, thinkers, and politicians have graduated from BSU.

As of May 2021, Baku State University offers 16 main fields of study. It has 55 bachelor's degree programs and 153 master's degree programs.

In 2019, BSU celebrated its 100th birthday. Celebrations took place in Azerbaijan, Vienna, Austria, and at the UNESCO office in Paris. A special medal was made to honor the 100th anniversary. Over 100 people received this medal.

International Connections

BSU is part of many international groups and organizations. It is a member of the Association of Universities of Eurasia. This group connects many universities from countries that were once part of the USSR.

From 2002 to 2004, BSU was in charge of the Association of Universities of Black Sea States. The university also has agreements with many other top universities around the world. These include Moscow State University, Middle East Technical University, and Vienna University.

These agreements help students and teachers exchange places. They also lead to joint science conferences, workshops, and new textbooks.

Academics and Learning

Baku State University is seen as one of the best universities in Azerbaijan. It is the oldest higher education school in the country. BSU has played a big part in making Azerbaijan's education system what it is today.

The university offers many different study programs. These include natural sciences, humanities (like literature and philosophy), social sciences (like sociology), and engineering. BSU is known for its strong focus on both basic and applied science research.

The teachers at BSU are experts and professionals in their fields. The university also works with other schools around the world. BSU has labs, libraries, and research centers to help students and teachers learn and discover new things.

BSU offers three levels of education. These are bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and doctoral degrees. The university follows the European Credit Transfer System. This system helps students move their credits between different universities.

The university follows the laws of Azerbaijan and the rules of the Ministry of Science and Education. Currently, BSU has 17 main departments. It offers 60 bachelor's programs, 197 master's programs, and 70 doctoral programs.

You can study at BSU in Azerbaijani, Russian, or English. About 1,000 students from other countries study there. The university has about 1,500 professors.

BSU also has several research centers. These include institutes for Applied Mathematics, Physics, and Nanotechnology. There are more than 30 research labs where different science projects happen.

Backyard of Baku State University.

Since 2011, more programs have been offered in English. These include math, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, law, and economics.

Special "SABAH groups" started in 2014. These groups give students special training in their chosen fields. The classes are held in modern classrooms.

If you want to be a teacher, BSU has programs for that too. You can study to teach subjects like math, physics, history, and languages. Students who do well can get scholarships.

Students at BSU get to do internships. These are like real-world work experiences. They can work with companies like Coca-Cola, SOCAR, and medicine companies. Some departments also have their own special internships.

BSU has training and research places outside the main campus. The Quba Training, Experience, and Recreation Center opened in 2013. It's used for field training and research. It has conference rooms, labs, and sports areas. The Altıağac Training and Practice Base, started in 1990, helps with studies in ecology and biology.

Baku State University Scientific Library

The Scientific Library of Baku State University started in 1919, at the same time as the university. It is the biggest academic library in Azerbaijan. This library is a key place for students, professors, and researchers.

The library has many books, journals, and other learning materials. These cover a wide range of subjects. It works with other university libraries in Azerbaijan. It also exchanges materials with 49 universities and publishers in 21 countries. The library is a very important part of BSU's learning and research efforts.

Faculties and Institutes

Faculties

• Mechanics and Mathematics
• Applied Mathematics and Cybernetics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Ecology and Soil sciences
• Geography
• Geology
• Philology
• History
• International Relations and Economics
• Law
• Journalism
• Librarian-information
• Oriental Studies
• Social Sciences and Psychology

Rectors

• Vasily Razumovsky (1919-1920)
• Sergey Nikolayevich Davidenkov (1920-1923)
• Alexander Dmitrievich Gulyayev (1923-1926)
• Taghi Shahbazi Simurg (1926-1929)
• Vladimir Yelpatyevsky (1929)
• Magsud Mammadov (1929-1930)
• Mammadkazim Alakbarli (1934-1935)
• Bala Bey Hasanbeyov (1935-1937)
• Aziz Aliyev (1937)
• Jabrayil Alasgarov (1937-1941)
• Shamil Aliyev (1941-1944)
• Abdulla Garayev (1944-1950)
• Jafar Hajiyev (1950-1954)
• Yusif Mammadaliyev (1954-1958)
• Shafayat Mehdiyev (1958-1965)
• Mehdi Aliyev (1965-1970)
• Faig Bagirzade (1970-1987)
• Yahya Mammadov (1987-1989)
• Jamil Guliyev (1989-1990)
• Mirabbas Gasimov (1990-1992)
• Firudin Samandarov (1992-1993)
• Murtuz Alasgarov (1993-1996)
• Misir Mardanov (1996-1998)
• Abel Maharramov (1999-2018)
• Firudin Gurbanov (2018-2019)
• Elchin Babayev (2019 — )

Research institutes

• Scientific Research Institute of Applied Mathematics
• Institute of Problems of Theoretical Physics

Affiliations

The university is a member of the Caucasus University Association.

Notable Alumni

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• Abulfaz Elchibey – 2nd President of Azerbaijan
• Alec Rasizade – Professor of history and political science
• Ali Omarov – Former Prosecutor General of Azerbaijan
• Alik Ismail-Zadeh – Mathematical geophysicist
• Arif Acaloğlu – Folklorist and scholar
• Arif Yunus – Historian
• Aslan Aslanov – Director General of the Azerbaijan State Telegraph Agency
• Aydin Kazimzade – Cinematographer
• Bakhtiyar Sirajov – Nuclear scientist
• Heydar Aliyev – 3rd President of Azerbaijan
• Hikmat Ziya – Poet and children's writer
• Intigam Aliyev – Human rights activist
• Lev Landau – Theoretical physicist
• Mikayil Jabbarov – Current Minister of Economy of Azerbaijan
• Rafig Hashimov – Newscaster and screenwriter
• Rauf Mirgadirov – Journalist
• Shaig Asgarov – Economist
• Vougar Aslanov – Writer and journalist
• Nahide Babashli – Singer

See also

In Spanish: Universidad Estatal de Bakú para niños

• List of universities and colleges in Azerbaijan