Abstract
High-quality engineering education is a key driver of technological leadership and economic development in leading countries worldwide, including China. The study analysed contemporary approaches to the innovative development of engineering education, addressing adaptation to the challenges of the new economy. The dual education initiative, which integrates theoretical learning with practical experience, was emphasised. This approach aims to train highly qualified engineers capable of meeting the demands of innovative development and implementing groundbreaking solutions. The study aimed to identify the pedagogical conditions and specific features of training future engineers in China’s vocational education institutions. Methods of analysis, synthesis, and generalisation were employed to systematise the findings. The study highlighted key issues in professional training, including passive learning processes, limited opportunities for intercultural communication, and insufficient integration of project-based learning. The role of collaboration with enterprises in development of practical skills among students was emphasised. The study identified essential pedagogical conditions that contribute to effective training of engineering personnel: the use of modular learning, the implementation of information and communication technologies, a focus on independent learning, and the expansion of practical training opportunities. The prospects for an interdisciplinary approach in curricula were discussed, emphasising its role in fostering creative and critical thinking. The study demonstrated that engaging international partners in the educational process can significantly enhance education quality. The practical significance of the study is determined by underlining of ways to improve the training of engineers in vocational colleges. The findings can be utilised to develop educational programs that integrate theory with practice, enhancing the competitiveness of graduates in the international labour market