VSU “L. Karavelov” is a state specialized higher school. Its public mission is: To educate Bulgarian and foreign citizens for acquisition of higher education in the professional direction “Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy”; To maintain the European standards in the students' education; To carry out scientific research and practical application of projects in the field of construction and architecture; To provide continuing education. Today VSU “L. Karavelov” prepares highly qualified construction professionals in the educational and qualification degrees: Professional Bachelor, Bachelor, Master and Doctor (PhD).