Welcome to kood / Zhytomyr! Your entrance to the world of tech

Join the Selection Sprint
(onsite in Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University)

21.07 – 08.08.2025
11.08 – 29.08.2025

To apply, please see details below!

Why kood / Zhytomyr?

Estonia’s peer-learning coding school launches in Ukraine. New one-year programme opens in Zhytomyr to support reskilling and recovery

Estonia’s innovative programming school //kood will begin its first Ukrainian pilot in partnership with Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University. The project, kood /Zhytomyr, introduces a proven peer-based learning model aimed at helping adults build practical programming skills and access new career opportunities in tech.

The programme is open to adults from across Ukraine, regardless of previous education or work experience. While the project is primarily promoted in the Zhytomyr and Kyiv regions, participation is not limited by location. Studies can be completed remotely or in hybrid mode, with the option to use facilities at Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University if needed.

Applicants should be self-motivated, comfortable working in teams, and able to commit to a one-year programme. A proficient level of English is essential, as the programme and study platform are in English.

Important steps and dates

Step 1: Online Test – Check your logical thinking

Press Apply now, register and start the Test.

Step 2: pre-Sprint Check-in – Prepare for the Sprint

Next info session: July 15
Read more What is the pre-Sprint Check-in?

Step 3: Selection Sprint – Participate in a three-week trial of intensive coding tasks, which serves as an admission test before starting your studies

Next Sprints to start studies in September 2025:

21.07. – 08.08.2025
11.08. – 29.08.2025

Step 4: Admission – Join our community of future coders

Selection Sprint results are announced 2-3 weeks after the completion of the Selection Sprint

Confirm your place & start your studies on September 12, 2025

What is the Selection Sprint?

After successfully passing the Online Test, you can reserve your spot in the next Selection Sprint.

The Selection Sprint is a three-week, full-time test period for candidates, consisting of two weeks on-site followed by one week remotely.

The learning process begins with covering various topics on our platform. Each week concludes with an exam that tests the knowledge you’ve acquired that week. During the weekends, there will be group tasks designed to reinforce the learning outcomes from the previous week.

Being accepted into the Selection Sprint prepares you for what might be the most intense yet rewarding three weeks of your life. You’ll make new friends, learn a great deal, and achieve more than you ever thought possible!