EDUCATIONAL REFORMS IN THE HIGH SCHOOL (40-60 YEARS OF THE XIX CENTURY): A STEP TOWARDS THE RESTORATION OF AUTONOMY IN THE UNIVERSITIES OF UKRAINE

Abstract

The article gives a brief analysis of the level of Ukrainian universities autonomy of the nineteenth century according to the statutes of 1804 and 1835. Chronologically, the main reforms in the field of higher education in the 40-60’s of the nineteenth century are presented. It was proved that progressive professors, trustees, public figures, etc., who contributed to the discussion of the draft statute of 1863, spoke for universities autonomy, recognition of the rights of professorial and student corporations and the reduction of the influence of other institutions (trustee, board, inspector, etc.) on university activities.