In order to consistently develop international cooperation, the department has established effective partnerships with a number of prestigious foreign higher education institutions. In particular, cooperation has been established with Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, M. Auezov South Kazakhstan University, Kazakh National Women’s University, Kazan Federal University, Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn, Tajik National University, EGE University, and Marmara University.

Within this cooperation framework, academic exchange programs have been implemented, joint scientific research has been conducted, and modern educational projects have been introduced. This has contributed to enhancing the department’s international scientific reputation and improving the quality of education to a new level.

At the initiative of the department, various scientific events involving foreign scholars are regularly organized, including international conferences, scientific seminars, and roundtable discussions. These events focus on modern scientific trends, pressing social issues, and research outcomes. They play an important role in scientific experience sharing, generating new ideas and approaches, and increasing the research capacity of young scholars.

In 2025, significant work was carried out with the participation of faculty members and master’s students to expand international cooperation, exchange scientific and educational experience, and develop academic mobility. These activities were systematically organized based on relevant orders of the National University of Uzbekistan.

In particular, two associate professors – E. Zaitov and F. Akhmedova – successfully completed a 144-hour training and internship program in cooperation with Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn. During the internship, they gained advanced experience in pedagogical technologies, modernization of the educational process, and organization of scientific research.

Additionally, four faculty members – Prof. N. Alikoriev, Kh. Kholbekov, Assoc. Prof. A. Alikorieva, and U. Sabirova – visited Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, where they delivered lectures and participated in internships, further strengthening academic cooperation.

Furthermore, three faculty members – Acting Prof. Kh. Khusanova, E. Zaitov, and F. Akhmedova – visited L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, where they also delivered lectures and completed internship activities.

Student academic mobility was actively organized. Six master’s students were sent to Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn. In addition, four master’s students from that university were admitted to the National University of Uzbekistan, and another four participated in academic exchange programs. One master’s student from Kazakh National Pedagogical University also studied at NUUz.

Incoming academic mobility of faculty members was also at a high level. On February 18, 2025, three faculty members from L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University and two from M. Auezov South Kazakhstan State University visited the National University of Uzbekistan.

As of April 9, 2025, within the framework of academic mobility, four faculty members from L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, five from Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn, and one additional lecturer visited NUUz. Also, three faculty members from Kyrgyz National University and two from Dushanbe State University visited on February 18, 2025. In addition, one lecturer from Dushanbe State University and one associate professor from L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University participated in academic mobility programs.

The department actively works in priority areas aimed at further developing research and educational activities within international cooperation. Special attention is given to publishing joint scientific articles in Scopus and Web of Science indexed journals, demonstrating the high academic activity of the department.

In addition, the department participates in international grants and research projects, contributing to strengthening scientific collaboration and developing new research directions. Academic mobility programs are steadily expanding, providing faculty and students with greater opportunities for international experience.

Particular attention is given to supporting young researchers and integrating them into the international scientific community. They actively participate in international conferences, seminars, and joint research projects.

All these activities significantly contribute to enhancing the department’s scientific potential, strengthening international cooperation, and improving the quality of education.

The Department of Sociology regularly organizes international scientific-practical conferences.

Proceedings of the international scientific-practical conference “The Social Landscape of the Modern World and Transformation of Social Structures” (Tashkent, May 25, 2023) / ed. A.J. Kholbekov. – Tashkent: NUUz, 2023. – 310 pp.

More details: https://new.nuu.uz/konferensiya-toplamlari/

On September 24, 2025, an education and tourism forum titled “Khavast – a place of historical traces, values, and new opportunities” was held in cooperation with the Khavast District Administration of Syrdarya Region.

On November 7, 2025, a “Theatre Studios” competition among faculties was held.

On February 11, 2026, a spiritual and educational event dedicated to the birthdays of Alisher Navoi and Zahiriddin Muhammad Babur was held in student dormitories.

On March 12, 2026, a “Career Day” job fair was organized.

On March 30, 2026, an international student tourism festival titled “Khavast – Crossroads of Cultures” was held.

On March 31, 2026, a large-scale cultural event titled “Honoring Navruz is Honoring Humanity” took place.

The department regularly holds scientific seminars, roundtables, open lectures, and conferences, which play an important role in developing the academic environment and strengthening academic exchange.