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Velichko O. V. Development of key competencies (soft skills) in students within the framework of socio-professional mobility. Physical Education and University Sport, 2026, vol. 5, iss. 2, pp. 139-144. DOI: 10.18500/2782-4594-2026-5-2-139-144, EDN: FOOFOV

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Russian
Heading: 
Sports and society
Article type: 
Article
UDC: 
[378.6.01:796](571.13-25)
DOI: 
10.18500/2782-4594-2026-5-2-139-144
EDN: 
FOOFOV

Development of key competencies (soft skills) in students within the framework of socio-professional mobility

Autors: 
Velichko Olga V., Siberian State University of Physical Education and Sports
Abstract: 

The paper substantiates the relevance of developing soft skills of students majoring in teacher training and sports disciplines as a foundation for their socio-professional mobility. The author presents the results of an empirical study assessing the level of communication and organizational abilities of students at the Siberian State University of Physical Education and Sports. Based on the data analysis, it is concluded that systematic development of soft skills within university extracurricular activities is necessary. The study proposes areas of student personal development work (student self-government, volunteering, project-based and creative activities) that contribute to the formation of leadership qualities, communication skills, and organizational abilities, thereby ensuring high competitiveness and graduates’ readiness for professional activity under conditions of uncertainty.

Key words: 
soft skills
socio-professional mobility
students
university personal development work
extracurricular activities
communication abilities
organizational abilities
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Received: 
05.05.2026
Accepted: 
30.05.2026
Published: 
22.06.2026