National Defence Academy (Georgia)

The National Defence Academy (NDA) of Georgia, officially the David Aghmashenebeli National Defence Academy of Georgia (Georgian: საქართველოს ეროვნული თავდაცვის აკადემია), is a higher military education institution located in Gori, Georgia. It is responsible for training future officers for the Georgian Armed Forces.

The NDA offers bachelor's degree programs in military science and related fields, equipping cadets with the necessary knowledge and skills for leadership roles within the military. The curriculum combines theoretical instruction with practical training exercises.

Admission to the NDA is highly competitive and requires passing rigorous physical and academic examinations. Cadets undergo a demanding program designed to instill discipline, teamwork, and a commitment to national service.

Upon graduation, NDA graduates are commissioned as officers in the Georgian Armed Forces, serving in various branches such as the army, air force, and national guard. The academy plays a vital role in developing a professional and capable officer corps for the defense of Georgia.

The Academy has international collaborations with military academies and institutions in other countries, participating in exchange programs and joint exercises to enhance its educational programs and promote interoperability with partner nations. The NDA aims to adhere to international standards of military education.

The National Defence Academy is named after David IV Aghmashenebeli (David the Builder), a Georgian king renowned for his military reforms and unification of the country in the 11th and 12th centuries. This naming honors his legacy of military leadership and national strength.