GRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2020
NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY CONTENTS
Introducing NU 04 Applying to NU 20 Support for study 48 Clubs & societies 54
About us 07 Application overview 22 Library and IT Services 50 Student organizations 56 Why NU? 10 Online application system 23 Physiological Counselling Center 52 Student government 57 Campus map 19 Entry tests 24 Volunteers 56 The Minimum Requirements 26 Department of Student Affairs 57 Application timeline 28 International students 30 Students with disabilities 31 Equal opportunities to all 32
Fees & funding 34 Accommodation 40 Life after NU 58 programs 62
Tuition fees 36 Student housing 42 Where our Alumni work? 60 Programs (alphabetically) 63 Living costs 38 Residential area 44 NU Alumni Association 60 Programs description 64 NU educational grants 38 Health, safety and environment 46 Career Advising Center 61 (alphabetically) Tuition waiver 39 01
INTRODUCING NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY INTRODUCING NAZARBAEV UNIVERSITY
ABOUT US
Nazarbayev University is an innovative, autonomous Nazarbayev University (NU) was founded by the first university dedicated to educating and inspiring the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Nursultan next generation of leaders. Our graduates in the fields Nazarbayev in 2010. The University aims to be a world- of science, public administration, and technology are class research university combining quality education, already shaping our world and creating a positive influential research and visionary innovation. Throughout economic growth for our economy. its history, NU has established values and standards to achieve educational and research excellence, meet both Instead of restricting your higher education, we promote the local and global community’s expanding needs and an academic environment where you are free to follow challenges, and prepare graduates ready for the future. your passions. We provide the most advanced tools possible to facilitate your research on the world’s next In 2018, NU adopted a new Strategy for 2018-2030. The big innovation from Nur-Sultan city, Kazakhstan. Strategy intends to prepare the university for change in the age of globalization and technological disruption. Learning for the future
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NU MANDATES
HIGHER EDUCATION REFORM LEADERSHIP To imbue Kazakhstan’s higher education system with global standards and systems, sharing of NU’s experience and lessons learned with other universities in Kazakhstan is a high priority.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE To develop and maintain a culture of academic excellence.
RESEARCH EXCELLENCE To develop a faculty-led program of worldclass research and partner with the world’s best researchers and research institutions.
A MODEL FOR CREATING HEALTHCARE SERVICES To establish an academic healthcare system that will serve as a model for healthcare services throughout Kazakhstan.
INNOVATION AND TRANSLATION OF RESEARCH INTO PRODUCTION To become Kazakhstan’s main driver of innovation, leading the way for Nur-Sultan city to become a regional innovation hub. INTRODUCING NAZARBAEV UNIVERSITY WHY NU?
NU places a high premium on faculty excellence and NU is committed to achieving excellence in research, diversity. We are building an internationally competitive and to ensuring that research contributes to the socio- researchactive faculty with many winners of awards and economic development of Kazakhstan, the region, World- members of honorary and professional societies. Research and the world. According to the NU Strategy 2030, we will continue to develop an enabling ecosystem to Our diverse faculty hails from 56 countries. build research capacity to tackle global challenges in Top 10 countries of origin are the USA, UK, Canada, partnership with government, industry, research centers class Greece, Italy, South Korea, Russia, Australia, Turkey, and University and other stakeholders. India. We are building an institutional research culture starting NU faculty and teaching community consists of 477 with our undergraduate students. NU offers its students faculty faculty (including 28 postdoctoral scholars) and 82 comprehensive research experience and exposure to teaching assistants recruited through an internationally research frontiers. With support of our faculty and competitive hiring process researchers, students participate in multidisciplinary projects and competitions, publish international research publications and aim to contribute to national and international discourse.
>2500 PUBLICATIONS Key research directions: 12.6% of publications in the top 10% most - Advanced materials, energy & sustainable development cited publications worldwide - Anthropology, sociology & history - Artificial intelligence, robotics & systems >1100 INTERNATIONAL - Biomedicine, neurosciences & healthcare COLLABORATING INSTITUTIONS - Computer engineering & data sciences 268 research & teaching laboratories - Construction, infrastructure, transport systems & smart cities - Education - Eurasian studies - Finance, markets & governance - Oil, mining, geosciences & resource management - Physics & space exploration
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WHY NU? Modern campus with strong infrastructure and facilities
The NU campus is devoted to help students, faculty, and staff experience the full scope of university life. Through a wide range of services and opportunities, we strive to build a thriving community where you can live, study, develop ideas, grow personally and professionally, and enjoy life.
Many daily-life facilities, such as grocery stores, barbershop, laundry, library, sports center and banks are available within the campus.
The residential buildings are connected with the University’s main building via the SKYWALK, a contemporary architectural solution shielding the residents from the harsh weather conditions.
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Internationalization for NU goes beyond student and faculty mobility and covers largescale activity International related to the University’s academic, research and innovation activities. The priorities for internationalization include strengthening strategic engagement partnerships and research collaborations.
STRATEGIC PARTNERS PARTNERS SUPPORTING NU’S >700 NU STUDENTS INSTITUTIONAL AND ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT: - have had study abroad experience since 2013 ~300 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS - Cambridge University (UK); visited nu for cultural summer schools since 2015 - Colorado School of Mines (USA); ~100 NU STUDENTS - Duke University (USA); - have attended cultural summer schools abroad since - Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (USA); 2016 - National University of Singapore (Singapore); - Oak Ridge Associated Universities (USA); NU IS A MEMBER OF GLOBAL AND REGIONAL - University of Pennsylvania (USA); ASSOCIATIONS: - University of Pittsburgh (USA); - International Association of Universities - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (USA); - Asian Universities Alliance - University of Wisconsin-Madison (USA). - University Alliance of the Silk Road
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WHY NU?
The NU Library provides access to more than 200 electronic subscription databases, such as Access to globalScopus, Bloomberg, Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, The Economist and others. digitalto global libraries If this is not enough and a student or a faculty member cannot access an article he or she wants from the In accordance with the Strategy of Nazarbayev usersavailable and develops library the resources, library IT- this article digitalUniversity (NU) for 2013-2020, the NU mission infrastructure;can be ordered via the electronic is “to be a model for higher education reform - deliveryDevelops service high-level from libraries library of and and modern research in Kazakhstan and to informationpartner professionalsuniversities. contribute to the establishment of the capital as - Provides 24/7 library access librariesan international innovation and knowledge hub.” and rooms for users with special needs, To support the NU Strategy, the Library: including the room for kids Provides access to licensed and open research - Transmits and popularizes and academic databases, as well as an electronic advanced international library documents delivery service; experience and practice. - Develops its own collections and maintains the NU Repository; - Enhances library services, as well as creates the comfortable library environment for INTRODUCING NAZARBAEV UNIVERSITY WHY NU? CAMPUS MAP
Main building Academic Buildings Stationery shop Recreational buildings and places NU shop (books,and souvenirs)
Checkpoint Blocks Student dormitories (with Location that pharmacy, mini market, canteen, B1- Main building laundry, shoe repair) B12A-New Atrium BC2- Main building B2- Center for Preparatory Studies matters B3- School of Engineering and Digital Sciences Key B4- Canteen B5- Library and IT services Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world in terms Admissions Department B6- School of Mining and of territory and is endowed with abundant natural resources. Geosciences Medical Centre B7- School of Engineering and Since its independence over 25 years ago, the country has CafØ or canteen Digital Sciences, transformed itself into an upper middle-income country with Parking School of Sciences and Library a dynamic market-oriented economy where more than 120 Humanities B8- School of Sciences and ethnicities peacefully live together. Cash Machines Humanities Accommodation Centre
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of the northern steppes. The capital was named Astana and n Turan Avenue renamed Nur-Sultan city in 2019. Nowadays, Nur-Sultan city Entrance
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APPLYING TO NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY APPLYING TO NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITYAPPLYING TO NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY APPLICATION OVERVIEW ONLINE APPLICATION
Candidates may participate in selection competition Graduate School of Public Policy (GSPP) to be admitted to Nazarbayev University graduate Graduate School of Education (GSE) programs. The graduate programs are offered by seven Graduate School of Business (GSB) SYSTEM Schools of Nazarbayev University: School of Medicine (SOM) School of Sciences and Humanities (SSH) School of Engineering and Digital Sciences (SEDS) AT THE FIRST STAGE IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS, CANDIDATES SHOULD GO THROUGH AN ONLINE School of Mining and Geosciences (SMG) REGISTRATION PROCESS STEP-BY-STEP:
STEP 1: Register on www.admissions.nu.edu.kz portal and create a Personal Account; Create your personal account
STEP 2: Fill out the application form and attach the required documents: WHO CAN APPLY 1. Complete application form; Complete your application 2. National ID (for the citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan) and passport (for form and attach required international candidates); documents 3. Official document confirming name change (if applicable); FOR GRADUATE 4. Degree diploma with transcript. During the application period final year students may upload an official current transcript for consideration; 5. IELTS or TOEFL certificate valid as of the date of online documents submission; 6. Document confirming English as the language of instruction (only for candidates who earned their degree in a program which was taught in English and request an PROGRAMS? exemption from submitting IELTS or TOEFL) 7. CV 8. Motivation letter/ Statement of purpose Candidates applying to Master’s Programs Candidates applying to PhD Programs 9. Recommendation Letters are expected to have: are expected to have: Application fee is paid online via your personal account with a bank card authorized 1) An undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s degree or 1) An undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) STEP 3: for online/internet transactions. Amount to pay is 5 000 tenge for all programs, equivalent), including final year students; and/or a Master’s degree or equivalent, including final Pay the application fee excluding GSB programs – 30000 tenge (regular admission) and 40000 tenge (late year students; admission). All application fees are nonrefundable. 2) High level of English proficiency; After completing all above-mentioned steps please press the “SUBMIT 3) Strong reading, analytical, and mathematical skills; STEP 4: APPLICATION” button. After submission candidates can’t change their applications. 4) High motivation and strong interest in the Program as outlined in a statement of purpose. Finish the registration process
Further steps If you faced any difficulties with registration or online application, please contact [email protected] referring to your IIN and/or Applicant ID while sending HOW TO APPLY? us your requests.
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The content of the GRE consists of certain specific algebra, geometry, arithmetic, and vocabulary sections. The GRE General Test is offered as a computer-based Entry tests exam administered at testing centers and institution owned or authorized by Prometric. In the graduate school admissions process, the level of emphasis that is placed upon GRE scores varies widely between schools and departments within schools. The importance of a GRE score can range from being a mere admission formality to an important selection factor.
WHAT KIND OF TESTS SHOULD BE GMAT - (The Graduate Management Admission Test) - is a computer adaptive test (CAT) intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a TAKEN BY CANDIDATES? graduate management program. It requires knowledge of certain specific grammar and knowledge of certain specific algebra, geometry, and arithmetic. According to the test-owning company, the Graduate Management IELTS (International English Language Testing System) MCAT Form USMLE evaluates a physician’s ability to apply in practice Admission Council (GMAC), the GMAT assesses analytical – a standardized English proficiency test administered - The test consists of four parts. the knowledge, concepts, and principles, as well as writing and problem-solving abilities, while also by the British Council, University of Cambridge ESOL 1) Biological and biochemical foundations of living demonstrating basic patient care skills. 350 questions/7 addressing data sufficiency, logic, and critical reasoning Examinations, and IDP Education Pty Ltd; systems; 2) Chemical and physical foundations of hours + 45-minute break Average question size: from 60 skills that it believes to be vital to real-world business biological systems; 3) Psychological, social and biological to 70 words. and management success. The GMAT exam consists TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) – a foundations of behavior; 4) Critical analysis and of four sections: an analytical writing assessment, an standardized English proficiency test developed by reasoning. IFOM - The IFOM exam was developed by the National integrated reasoning section, a quantitative section, the Educational Testing Service (ETS) (Princeton, New MCAT Assessment Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) to assess students’ and a verbal section. Total testing time is three hours Jersey, USA) in the format of TOEFL iBT (Internet-based When compiling the MCAT, a student can score from 1 to knowledge of the basic and clinical disciplines, which and seven minutes. Test takers have 30 minutes for the Test) and TOEFL PDT (Paper-delivered Test); 15 points in each of the four parts of the test. The final are key disciplines to the implementation of the basic analytical writing assessment and another 30 minutes result is the total score of all parts of the MCAT. Results functions of a physician during patient care. The exam to work through 12 questions, which often have multiple ALEKS TEST - is an exam to determine the level of basic are known after 30-35 days after the test. A student can includes 160 questions with several possible answers, parts, on the integrated reasoning section and are mathematical skills for business. You can find out about find out this information on the official MCAT website by most of which are presented in the style of clinical given 62 minutes to work through 31 questions in the ALEKS test format, as well as take trial testing at https:// visiting “Get Your Test Scores” section. vignette to assess the ability of subjects not only to quantitative section and another 65 minutes to get gsb.nu.edu.kz/programmy/ochnayaprogramma-mba/ Registration and payment of MCAT recall, but also to apply basic knowledge of medical through 36 questions in the verbal section. pravila-priema/; Payment for the test ranges from 305 to 355 dollars, science in the following areas: Anatomy, Biochemistry, depending on whether you have registered in advance, Histology, Cell biology, Microbiology, Organ systems, MCAT The abbreviation MCAT stands for Medical or at the last moment. Materials for self-preparation for Pathology, Pharmacology and Physiology. College Admission Test. This is an exam for those who the MCAT test can be found here. wish to study at the medical faculty of educational institutions. MCAT is a standardized test with multiple USMLE - Only Step 1 of the USMLE test for admission to GRE - (The Graduate Record Examinations) - is a choice of questions that assesses the skills of a future the Residency program should be passed. USMLE Step standardized test. The GRE is owned and administered student, that is: the ability to solve complex problems, 1 is a computer-based exam with a choice of proposed by Educational Testing Service (ETS). According to ETS, critical thinking and knowledge of the natural and social answers that tests the knowledge of subjects studied the GRE aims to measure verbal reasoning, quantitative sciences, biology and other subjects that serve as a during the first two courses of a Medical University in the reasoning, analytical writing, and critical thinking skills prerequisite for studying medicine. United States and most countries of the European Union. that have been acquired over a long period of learning.
24 25 APPLYING TO NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY THE MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATE PROGRAMS
26 27 APPLYING TO NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY APPLICATION TIMELINE Submission of the hard copies ONLINE APPLICATION of documents
NOVEMBER – JUNE JULY PERIOD – Choose your course Submission of hard copies of documents at the address: – Prepare your personal statement Admissions Department, Nazarbayev University, Block 1 53 Kabanbay batyr street 010000 Nur-Sultan, Republic of – Prepare your documents Kazakhstan – Check if you need to take a test – Find and register with the test center – Take your test Selection – Submit your online application Arrival at NU and process period Start of study AUGUST - Dormitory check-in MARCH-APRIL & MAY-JUNE - Orientation week Admissions Committee members determine finalists for admission based on the review of the application package. - Class starts All shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by the Admissions Committee members.
Provided application timeline is tentative and may be different for different schools. Please visit our admissions webpage for the up-to-date information: ADMISSIONS.NU.EDU.KZ. APRIL & JUNE Academic Decisions, both Rejection and Offer letters will be sent out by the Admissions Department to all Decision candidates.
28 29 APPLYING TO NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS WITH STUDENTS DISABILITIES
Nazarbayev University welcomes applications from international candidates. NU is committed to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. The University We believe that a multinational environment will facilitate exchange of campus and facilities are constantly being improved to meet the needs of our advanced knowledge and best practices, and arm our students with a global students and staff with disabilities. outlook and intercultural competencies, which are nowadays highly in demand to be competitive on the modern internationalized labor market. Our priorities: Application process for each program for international applicants is the same as - ensuring barrier-free and equal access to university facilities and infrastructure; for applicants from Kazakhstan. - raising awareness of inclusive education inside and outside the NU community; - building the staff’s capacity to work in inclusive settings. Assistive Technologies are available at the University Library to support NU students, faculty, staff and guests with visual impairment. It includes the following hardware and software:
SCHOLARSHIPS - JAWS - screen-reader; - Everest V4 - Braille embosser;
ABAY KUNANBAYEV SCHOLARSHIP - Duxbury - Braille Translator; - Zyfuse Heater - to produce tactile graphics; - Focus Blue - Braille display; The merit-based Abay Kunanbayev scholarships are available for international - OpenBook 9.0 - e-text converter and reader; candidates, recommended for admission. This scholarship covers tuition fee, - Poet Compact 2 - reading machine. basic medical insurance and a monthly stipend.
GUARANTEED CITIZENSHIP-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
While the number of Abay Kunanbayev scholarship is limited, international candidates, recommended for admission, are still eligible to receive from 50% to 90% scholarship based on their citizenship only.
ARRIVAL TO KAZAKHSTAN Find out about living and studying in Kazakhstan and visa requirements on our International Cooperation webpage: nu.edu.kz/about-nazarbayev-university/international-
30 31 APPLYING TO NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL
At Nazarbayev University, we are committed to equality of opportunities. We welcome applications from anyone with the potential to succeed in higher education. The University has a merit-based system of admission and aims to ensure that all students are treated equally, irrespective of race, colour, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, disability, political or religious belief, or socio-economic class.
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FEES & FUNDING FEES & FUNDING FEES & FUNDING
Tuition fees
Admission to a fee-paying education is carried out on a competitive basis in accordance with the Rules for Admission of the corresponding degree program. The fees for tuition are indicated in the corresponding section of the program on the website.
Fees for accommodation are charged separately.
More details can be found on the Courses pages of this Graduate Prospectus. Please note that the current information applies to the 2020-2021 academic year. Fees will be published on the NU webpage nu.edu.kz/fees-and-funding/ as soon as they are available.
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The average cost of living in September 2019 LIVING COSTS comprised 31 759 tenge per capita in Kazakhstan. Source: Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Statistics Committee.
AVERAGE PER CAPITA (IN KZT)
1 Cost of living 31 759
2 Groceries 17 467
3 Non-grocery goods and services 14 292 NU EDUCATIONAL GRANTS TUITION
The Nazarbayev University educational grant is a recommended candidates for admission to the University For more information regarding the tuition waiver dedicated amount of money provided to enrolled to a specified program and candidates that meet one or WAIVER please contact Bursar’s office at students at the University. It covers tuition fees for the several of following criteria: [email protected] level of education or preparatory programs and health - students left without care of both parents (orphans) or insurance. It is provided under the state educational left without care of one parent; The certain category of applicants can be granted tuition OR AT THE ADDRESS: order in accordance with the regulations on admission - disabled students of 1,2,3 categories; waiver to study on graduate programs under fee-paying Office 5034, Block C2 for appropriate programs or majors. - students from families with many children; basis at Nazarbayev University: Bursar’s Office As well as tuition fees, the grant provides a monthly - students with one or both parents with disabilities Nazarbayev University stipend and guaranteed compensation money for travel. 1, 2, 3 categories. 1. Disabled individuals of group I, II and III 53 Kabanbay batyr avenue This is in accordance with the current legislation of the 2. Persons from families with three or more cohabiting 010000 Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan Republic of Kazakhstan. Only for citizens of Kazakhstan The grant is financed by Nazarbayev University and children under the age of 23, who are full or half siblings Republic of Kazakhstan covers health insurance and the tuition fees but not a 3. Individuals with one or both parents with disabilities of The Nazarbayev University educational grant is not monthly allowance or compensation for travel. The grant group I, II and III offered to applicants who previously received a is provided for entire period of the specified program. 4. Employees of state entities and state enterprises of degree for the same level of education under the state the Republic of Kazakhstan. educational order or under the Bolashak international 5. Students admitted to the Master’s programs, who do scholarship. not fall under social category
Funding from resources of Nazarbayev University The “Ybyray Altynsarin” scholarship is awarded to citizens of Kazakhstan included in the list of
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ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION
STUDENT HOUSING
We are delighted to provide our students with a comfortable and safe environment that the NU campus offers. We encourage our students to live on campus and enjoy all benefits of student life activities having everything within a walking distance.
Living in the dormitories of NU and taking advantage of its academic, sport and other facilities inspires the students’ future commitments to the University and the surrounding environment.
All rooms are fully furbished. Room sizes vary according to the block.
9 RESIDENTIAL HALLS (BLOCKS) ARE AVAILABLE AT NU.
APPROXIMATELY, OVER 75% OF NU STUDENTS RESIDE ON CAMPUS.
Residential equipment, medical office, study rooms, laundry facilities, mini markets, vending machines, barber shop and canteens are available in the residential halls.
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There are numerous inexpensive cafés, restaurants, and canteens available on campus for different tastes and Eateries preferences.
Nazarbayev University Sports Center is a 6000+ square meter multi-sport complex open for NU community that provides: Sport & - Multifunctional Hall for basketball, futsal and volleyball - Gymnastics Hall for gymnastics and cheerleading, martial arts and table tennis - Dance Room for choreography and fitness classes Facilities - Gym for students - 6 fully-equipped changing rooms for men and women with showers and lockers - Medical Room that serves the visitors
There is a bicycle parking offered on campus. The front area of living blocks is equipped with a bicycle parking racks. The limited storage for bicycles is provided in the winter Bicycles period.
Parking on the NU territory allowed only for those who do not have a room in the dormitory. Parking spaces are Parking limited and it spread equally among the applicants.
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Nazarbayev University is committed to provide safe and healthy environment ENVIRONMENT for the visitors, students, faculty, and staff members. There are different The University strives to optimize the consumption of natural resources activities aimed to ensure compliance with the national requirements and and eliminate the environmental pollution. It has launched Green Campus best international practices in managing health, safety and the environment. campaign as one of the initiatives related to its sustainable development and prevention of the global climate change. Collection of paper and HEALTH AND SAFETY other recyclable materials are organized through the containers set up All the facilities are equipped with the automated fire alarm system and on the territory of Nazarbayev University. Use of less plastic and more basic fire equipment (smoke detectors, sprinklers, extinguishers, fire hose) reusable dishes is highly encouraged. to locate and prevent fire. As part of preparedness for emergency situations, building evacuation drills are conducted annually. It is strictly prohibited to PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY smoke, use e-cigarettes within the campus facilities. Consumption of alcohol For security purposes, access to the University campus is controlled is not allowed at the University. through the control access points and requires the presence of NU ID cards. All other visitors must register at access points of the University, HEALTHCARE SERVICES using their ID cards. It is required to complete the mandatory medical check-ups which are held prior the studies and employment and then annually to ensure timely diagnosis and prevention of diseases and maintenance of the population’s epidemiological well-being. The students, faculty and staff members are provided with the health insurance services.
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SUPPORT FOR STUDY SUPPORT FOR STUDY LIBRARY & IT SERVICES NU library
The Nazarbayev University Library and IT Services Phone: +7 (7172) 70-62-55 ensure implementation, maintenance and development e-mail: [email protected] of information systems and facilities, collections, technologies, and services to support study process. NU Library is on social media: FB - @ Nazarbayev. The NU library has become even more accessible and University. Library, Instagram – library_nu comfortable. New halls and rooms are with a total area Twitter - @NU_Library_NU of 10 000 sq. m. The Library offers superior conditions for the NU community, including new computer rooms, multimedia rooms, classrooms for group activities and individual study, equipment for inclusive education, conference rooms, an audio-visual recording room, data visualization room, children’s room and much more. The students and researchers, who are parents, can use the Family Room to study with their children.
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PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING CENTER
Professionals of the Psychological Counseling Center (PCC) provide psychological and counseling services for the students of all programs.
The PCC helps students to reach a state of positive mental health. Our psychologists provide a safe and confidential environment to help students discover any issues that may interfere with their well-being, happiness, or effectiveness.
Commonly addressed concerns include but are not limited to relationships, stress, self-esteem, body image, sexuality, anxiety, and depression.
Areas of work: - Individual and group counseling
- Counseling for parents who are concerned about their TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT child WITH A PSYCHOLOGIST, - Psychological diagnostics STUDENTS USE THE STUDENT - Workshops and seminars on various topics PORTAL MY.NU.EDU.KZ. 06
CLUBS & SOCIETIES CLUBS & SOCIETIES CLUBS & SOCIETIES
STUDENT STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS GOVERNMENT
NU hosts more than 200 professional student clubs & NU students organize sport tournaments, debate The NU Student Government is a student self- STUDENT FUND IS AIMED AT SUPPORTING AND societies, which makes NU campus packed with events contests, choir and orchestra concerts and interesting governance system representing the interests of students DEVELOPING STUDENT LIFE SUCH AS and activities throughout the year. One of the largest guest lectures. Charity activities organized by students to the administration of the University and the global FINANCING STUDENT EVENTS AND events at NU is a Club fair. It features the most active involve the entire NU community to help children from community. Students’ self-governance is a proactive and DIFFERENT KIND OF STUDENT INITIATIVES. clubs of the university and introduces students a way to socially vulnerable families and children with disabilities. independent joint activity of students aimed at solving get involved on campus. Some student initiatives have issues related to academic and extracurricular activities. reached out to local community.
AT VARIOUS INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL EVENTS IN NUR-SULTAN CITY, SUCH AS CONGRESS OF WORLD AND TRADITIONAL RELIGIONS, Many NU ASTANA ECONOMIC FORUM, BOXING WORLD CUP, Department AND MANY MORE. students of Student Affairs
The Department of Student Affairs (DSA) provides CONTACT DSA AT opportunity for student growth and development. HTTPS://NU.EDU.KZ/CAMPUS/STUDENT-LIFE/ volunteer We create a favorable environment and conditions DEPARTMENT-STUDENT-AFFAIRS for students to develop leadership skills and become contributing members of the NU community and beyond. OR EMAIL AT [email protected] We help students adapt to campus and support them in addressing a variety of questions regarding student life.
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LIFE AFTER NU LIFE AFTER NU LIFE AFTER NU
NU graduates are employed in a wide range of industries and businesses, continue their education or start their own businesses. The majority of the graduates work in Kazakhstan whereas a number of them pursue careers NU Alumni Nazarbayev across the globe.
Many of the graduates choose to continue their studies in universities around the world such as University of Associa- University Career Cambridge, University of Oxford, Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Harvard, University College London, Johns Hopkins University, ETH Zurich, Columbia University, National tion Advising Center University of Singapore, Carnegie Mellon University, New York University, London School of Economics and NU Alumni Association was founded in April 2016; in Nazarbayev University Career and Advising Center CAREER AND ADVISING CENTER PROVIDES Political Science, LMU Munich, Hong Kong University October 2018 it was officially registered as a Public Union (CAC) advances the mission of Nazarbayev University COMPREHENSIVE CAREER SERVICES, AS FOLLOWS: of Science and Technology, University of Wisconsin- “NU Alumni” with an aspiration to develop the University to promote the development of education and research Madison, KU Leuven, University of Illinois at Urbana- by creative and intellectual potential of graduates. activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The mission of - Career advising on internships, job search, Champaign, Technical University of Munich, University of NU CAC is providing comprehensive career services to interview skills, resume review, alumni issues, and Warwick, Seoul National University, and others. Up to date, 28 Ambassadors (22 are located abroad, 6 encourage students’ excellence in career development, graduate application to both NU students and stay in Kazakhstan) have agreed to promote NU, and 3 preparing for professional environment, creating and alumni; ALUMNI DESTINATION STATUS OF THE BACHELORS Alumni Reunions have been conducted (in 2016, 2017, promoting strong partnerships with NU students - Connecting students and alumni with companies OF CLASSES 2015-2018 (AS OF JUNE 2019) 2019). and parents, alumni, employers, Schools, and overall offering internship/job opportunities through - 55% - Employed university community. job postings, social media, arranging on-campus - 35% - Pursue further education In cooperation with NU Career and Advising Center, “NU recruitment events, and networking opportunities; - 4% - Seeking employment Alumni” Public Union keeps strengthening ties between - Posting job announcements for companies - 6% - Other1 alumni and the University, and contributes to professional looking to hire NU students and alumni; development of students. - Coordinating Internship and Work on Campus VISIT CAC WEBSITE WHERE DO OUR BACHELOR GRADUATES WORK? Programs; WWW.CAC.NU.EDU.KZ - 22% - Finance - 6% - Construction - Developing employment skills of students through - 20% - Manufacturing - 4% - Public Sector career workshops and activities to prepare them for CONTACT NU ALUMNI AT OR CONTACT AT & Production - 2% - Healthcare employment after graduation and increase overall [email protected] [email protected] - 16% - Education & Science - 2% - Energy graduates employability; - 7% - IT - 21% - Other2 - Assisting NU students and alumni to identify OR +7(7172)706538, OR +7 771 346 99 56 graduate programs, connecting students with 709261, 705886 graduate schools through campus info-sessions and 1 Other – maternity leave, career break, no information OR FIND US AT ROOM 1166, 2 Other – Marketing & Sales, Services, Telecommunication, Transport & presentations. Logistics, International organizations, Agribusiness BLOCK 1 OFFICE 2043, BLOCK C2
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1. NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY ZERO YEAR OF MASTER`S PROGRAMS 2. APPLIED MATHEMATICS, MSC 3. BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGIES, MSC 4. BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING, MSC 5. BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, PHD 6. CHEMICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING, MSC 7. CHEMICAL ENGINEERING, PHD 8. CHEMISTRY, MSC 9. CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING, MSC 10. CIVIL ENGINEERING, PHD 11. COMPUTER SCIENCE, MSC 12. COMPUTER SCIENCES, PHD 13. DATA SCIENCE, MSC 14. DOCTOR OF MEDICINE 15. ECONOMICS, MA 16. EDUCATION, PHD 17. EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP, MSC (HIGHER EDUCATION AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION TRACK). 18. ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING, MSC 19. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, PHD 20. ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT, MEM 21. EURASIAN STUDIES, MA PROGRAMS 22. EURASIAN STUDIES, PHD 23. FINANCE, MSC 24. LIFE SCIENCES, PHD 25. MATHEMATICS, PHD 26. MBA, EXECUTIVE 27. MBA, FULL-TIME 28. MECHANICAL AND AEROSPACE ENGINEERING, MSC 29. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, PHD 30. MINING ENGINEERING, MSC 31. MINING ENGINEERING, PHD 32. MOLECULAR MEDICINE, MMM 33. MULTILINGUAL EDUCATION, MA 34. PETROLEUM ENGINEERING, MSC 35. PETROLEUM ENGINEERING, PHD 36. PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY, MPTOX 37. PHYSICS, MSC 38. PHYSICS, PHD 39. POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, MA 40. PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, MPA 41. PUBLIC HEALTH, MPH 42. PUBLIC POLICY, MPP 43. PUBLIC POLICY, PHD 44. RESIDENCY 45. ROBOTICS, MSC 46. ROBOTICS ENGINEERING, PHD 47. SPORTS MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION, MSM CENTER FOR PREPARATORY STUDIES PROGRAMS
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE. NUZYP is a two-semester NUZYP COURSES: program. Entering the chosen NU graduate program Academic Communications (2 semesters) Nazarbayev is based on successfully completing each course and Academic Reading (2 semesters) maintaining high attendance. Academic Writing (2 semesters) Economics and Statistics (1 semester) Linear Algebra (1 semester) University Zero year Research Methods (1 semester) KEY FACTS
START August (annualy) PROGRAM INTENSITY 1 year Full-Time of Master`s programs LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus ABOUT
PROGRAM TITLE. NAZARBAYEV UNIVERSITY ZERO YEAR OF MASTER`S PROGRAMS SHORT OVERVIEW. Nazarbayev University provides some potential graduate students the opportunity to study in ADMISSIONS the Zero Year of Master`s Programs (NUZYP) - a one year intensive program at the Center for Preparatory Studies. This program provides academic English courses, a content-based course based on discipline, and academic skills FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 preparation. Education under “Nazarbayev University” state grant, as well as tuition-based education are available for this program. Satisfactory completion of the Program will permit the students to automatically move into the Master’s program to which they applied and interviewed. TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 1838 USD PER YEAR APPLICATION DEADLINE Please check the registration period for the Master’s program you wish to join * Indicated tuition amount with the highest discount applied DURATION 1 year Full-Time PROGRAM WEBSITE https://cps.nu.edu.kz/curriculum-nuzyp/ VISA
OVERVIEW GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
ABOUT Nazarbayev University Zero Year of Master’s their knowledge through an introductory content-based Program is a two-semester, academic preparatory course related to their chosen field. Students will expand program that offers approximately 16 hours of class per their knowledge, develop effective study habits, improve week plus opportunities for 1-1 meetings with instructors academic skills, practice critical thinking, work with as well as access to a range of short courses and support educational technology, and learn how to be a successful sessions. NUZYP is designed to help students gain student in a research-intensive university. academic knowledge while also developing the study skills required to commence successful graduate study at Nazarbayev University. The curriculum focus is on academic English, but in addition, students will broaden SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Applied FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR Mathematics, MSc * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
ABOUT VISA PROGRAMME TITLE. MSC IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS applied mathematicians who will possess in-depth SHORT OVERVIEW. Master of Science in Applied knowledge of advanced theory and practical knowledge GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support Mathematics program is a two-year program (120 ECTS in numerical simulation, statistical analysis, data mining, credits) designed to train students as professional and computational mechanics.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May WORK
DURATION 2 years Full-Time WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study PROGRAMME WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/master-of-science-in-applied-mathematics/ period with a current student visa
WORK WHILE STUDYING teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus with the 0.25 work rate
WORK AFTER • Biostatisticians OVERVIEW GRADUATION • Operation Research analysts • Financial analysts/Auditors Graduates are expected to acquire advanced expertise and the computational resources of the School • Actuaries mathematical, statistical, and computational skills of Science and Technology, Nazarbayev University • Computer security analysts as relevant to their subjects of their Master projects. Research and Innovation System. Graduates of the • Academia • Mathematics educators Furthermore, they will develop skills in interdisciplinary program will have advanced research skills that will • Analytics and forecasting organizations numerical simulations, statistical computing, and enable them to make contributions in technologically • Communication Technology computer aided design environment and will acquire diverse and dynamic economic environments, both in • IT and software firms; Computer Manufacturers a command of scientific communication skills. The Kazakhstan and abroad. • Financial service and investment management firms program is designed to take advantage of the faculty OUTLINE
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE. The 1st year of the program MATH 512 Optimization Methods and Techniques consists of compulsory core courses designed to give MATH 517 Mathematical Modeling and Simulation a solid fundament for the research-intensive 2nd year. MATH 519 Scientific Computing Students choose elective courses in the beginning of 2nd MATH 540 Statistical Analysis year to specialize in the area of their interest. The focus CSCI 501 Software Principles and Practice of the last semester is Thesis work. MATH 541 Data analysis and statistical learning MATH 551 Advanced Numerical Methods MATH 576 Numerical Methods for PDEs
START August KEY FACTS PROGRAMME INTENSITY 2 years Full-Time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Biological Sciences FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied and Technologies, MSc FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. VISA
ABOUT GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGIES SHORT OVERVIEW. Biological science is recognized worldwide as a vibrant, emerging area of study.The Master of Science degree (MSc) in Biological Sciences and Technologies provides excellent instruction in a focused discipline, and will train modern high quality biotechnology and life science experts which are in high demand for both existing WORK as well as anticipated industries in Kazakhstan and abroad. WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa. APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years Full-Time WORK WHILE STUDYING Might be possible to work as teaching assistant or research assistant on campus with the 0.25 work rate WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/master-of-science-in-biological-sciences-and-technologies/ WORK AFTER For some students, an MSc obtained after two years of training will be the desired GRADUATION end to their graduate training. Graduates of this program are expected to find many medium-paid job opportunities in universities, pharmaceutical, biotechnological OVERVIEW or agricultural companies, hospitals, research institutions, vocational schools, governmental and non-profit organizations. As for the rest, the ultimate goal of this This Graduate Program is consistent with the structure of the Bologna Process, which requires a minimum of 120 graduate program is the PhD degree, which has an expected duration of no less than ECTS for a Master’s degree and can be compared in scope and structure to available programs in internationally three additional years beyond the MSc, in line with the leading graduate science leading academic institutions. The program will provide candidates with the opportunity to prepare themselves for programs in the world. either academic or non-academic (“professional”) careers.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE. Technical Communications II. Year 1 Fall: BIOL 520 Statistical Methods in Life Sciences Research, BIOL 550 Structural and Molecular Biology Year 2 Fall: BIOL 631 Synthetic Biology, BIOL 632 Drug in Health and Disease, BIOL 560 Molecular Biology of Discovery and Design, BIOL 637 Advanced Microscopy, Prokaryotic Cells , SST 590 Research Methods, SST 501 BIOL 635 Hot Topics in Life Sciences, SST 691 Thesis Technical Communications I. Proposal
Year 1 Spring: BIOL 570 Advanced Biotechnology, BIOL Year 2 Spring: SST 692 Thesis Research 580 Applied Bioinformatics, SST 504 Innovation and Entrepreneurship, SST 592 Research Seminar , SST 502
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START August LANGUAGES English INTENSITY 2 years DELIVERY MODE On campus Full-time SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Biomedical FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied
Engineering, MSc Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. FUNDING VISA
ABOUT GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING SHORT OVERVIEW. Biomedical Engineering is a relatively new field which bridges the traditional disciplines of engineering and Medicine. The examples of Biomedical engineering contributions are: development of pacemakers, high-tech machinery for blood dialysis, and systems for medical imaging through X-ray or magnetic resonance WORK tomography.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the DURATION 2 years students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week. WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/msc-in-biomedical-engineering/ WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistants positions are available
WORK AFTER Once you have the MSc degree in Biomedical Engineering, there is a multitude of job OVERVIEW GRADUATION opportunities. For example, in the medical device industry, as a development engineer, or as a Biomedical Engineering is an interdisciplinary specialty that applies engineering principles to solve clinical problems. quality-management engineer. For example, you could work on the manufacture This discipline commonly deals with medical therapies, monitoring devices, and diagnostic tools. and further development of pace-makers, intraocular lenses, or endovascular stents. Alternatively, you could work for the government in a so-called Regulatory Agency which regulates the admission of new medicine and medical devices onto the market. You can also start your own business, e.g. the production and market-launch of a OUTLINE medical device. You could also pursue a career in academia, e.g. start a PhD research project, work as a postdoctoral researcher at one or more foreign universities, and The MSc Program Biomedical Engineering has a duration elective courses, so every student can choose a personal become an (assistant or associate) Professor. of 2 years. The first year consists of courses, which will curriculum. The second year of the Program is largely be taught in class as well as in the laboratory. focused on research; the students has almost a full Emphasis will be laid on group work. The courses calendar year available. It is expected that student will comprise crucial sub-fields in biomedical engineering, investigate a research hypothesis on an international such as biomedical materials, biosensors, principles of scientific level. Preferably, this will result in a scientific regenerative medicine, principles of tissue engineering, publication. The research projects will be conducted in medical imaging, methods and techniques used in cooperation with our strategic allies, i.e. the Departments medical diagnosis, microbiology, etc. Moreover, a special of Biomedical Engineering of University of Illinois course on Anatomy and Physiology for Biomedical Urbana-Champaign, USA; Columbia University (New Engineers will be taught. York, USA), Imperial College London (London, UK), and The Program consists of compulsory courses and University of New South Wales (Sydney, Australia).
START August 2020 KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
START August KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus, some courses will be delivered at Biomedical Nazarbayev University School of Medicine
ADMISSIONS Sciences, PhD FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
ABOUT FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES SHORT OVERVIEW. PhD in Biomedical Sciences degree is a PhD program offered by the School of Medicine at Nazarbayev University. Students are required to complete 240 ECTS credits, in 4 fall, 4 spring and 4 summer semesters, which satisfies requirements stipulated by the Bologna Process and the European Credit Transfer and VISA Accumulation System (ECTS) for PhD programs. The program is designed to establish very advanced expertise at the GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support PhD level for individuals working in academia, industry or research settings in Kazakhstan or throughout the world.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 4 years WORK WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/phd-of-biomedical-sciences/
WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the OVERVIEW students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week.
The PhD degree at Nazarbayev University is a four-year full-time lab based program according to international WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistants positions are available standards. It is offered within the School of Medicine and open to Master students of Life Sciences as well as MD students having completed a graduate program. The School of Medicine is in a unique position to offer this program WORK AFTER • Research: as it has laboratory facilities as well as close links to the clinics in Nur-Sultan. This program aims to bridge the gap GRADUATION o Postdoc/scientist in national or international laboratory involved in molecular/genetic/ biomedical research between basic science and medicine. o Postdoc/scientist in translational research centers • Industry: lab manager, scientist • Academia: University teaching and research • Health Service: Manager of diagnostic laboratory, manager of research unit in hospitals, • Government: managing grants and research strategies in the area of health and disease OUTLINE • Publication: employee/editor of scientific journals
This PhD program is a research based program, which scientific as well as general community enabling them is accompanied by a variety of different courses. The to publish in high-ranking international papers as well as PhD student will start his/her research thesis in the first applying for grants. Furthermore, the program will give semester and will continue it throughout the whole four students a wide variety of the skills in problem solving, years of the PhD program. Courses will accompany teamwork and effective communications. The distinctive the research thesis mainly in the first 2 years. The feature of the program is the close connection between accompanying courses will provide the PhD students clinical and scientific research forming a bridge from with the ability to discuss and evaluate their results in bench to bedside. Projects will involve research in the the context of other research results as well as designing areas of causes, new treatments and/or new diagnostics future research projects. Additionally students will learn of different illnesses such as cancer, infectious disease, to present their results in written and oral from to the autoimmune diseases and many others. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
START August 2020 KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English Chemical and DELIVERY MODE On campus
ADMISSIONS Materials FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS Engineering, MSc TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied
FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. ABOUT
PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN CHEMICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING VISA SHORT OVERVIEW. MSC in Chemical and Materials Engineering (MSc-ChME) Students are required to complete 120 ECTS credits, in 4 semesters, which satisfies the requirements stipulated by the Bologna Process and the European GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) for Master’s Degrees.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years WORK
WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/master-of-science-in-chemical- WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the and-materials-engineering/ study with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week. OVERVIEW WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistants positions are available
The program is research-oriented and it is designed to provide the skills required to solve advanced technical WORK AFTER Many MSc graduates start working in mineral resources sector, either in state-owned problems in chemical and materials engineering through a combination of Thesis Research and advanced GRADUATION companies or multinational companies. coursework. The small class size allows excellent student-instructor communication. Students are encouraged to The MSc. degree allows graduate to apply for PhD in both local and foreign contribute Thesis Research topics from their interests or previous work experience. Universities. Finally, the MSc degree is an excellent basis for entrepreneurship-oriented individuals to define specific industrial and societal needs, which can be addressed through the creation of a start-up company. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE to research work. The student chose the research The program is structured in four semester. In the supervisor in the ChME department at the beginning first semester, core course in Chemical and Materials of the third semester. A list of the ChME and their Engineering are offered. In the second semester, elective research interests is available on the SEng website. courses are also included, allowing the student to Detailed information on the program structure is specialize in the preferred research area. In the third available on https://seng.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate- semester. thesis-related work begins, in addition to programs/master-of-science-in-chemical-and-materials- elective course. The fourth semester is entirely devoted engineering/ SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE Thesis Research; (v), Current Research Literature. A The first year of the PhD Program Chemical Engineering palet of elective courses is available; students make a Chemical is largely filled with 5 compulsory and 3 elective courses. selection of 3, based on their scientific interests. In the The compulsory courses are so-called “core-courses” following 3 years, the focus is exclusively on scientific in the field, namely: (i), Advanced Heat & Mass transfer; research. This will culminate in a PhD Thesis which meets (ii), Advanced Chemical Reaction Engineering; (iii), the highest international scientific standards, and which Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics; (iv), will be defended, by the student, in public. Hereafter, the Engineering, PhD laureate will carry the title: PhD in Chemical Engineering. START August 2020 KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English ABOUT DELIVERY MODE On campus PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING ADMISSIONS SHORT OVERVIEW. The PhD program in Chemical Engineering, fully taught in English, is designed to provide a sophisticated knowledge base and advanced skills at the expert level for individuals planning a career in academia, FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 industry and research settings in any of the subfields of the Chemical Engineering discipline.
APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 DURATION 4 years TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/phd-program/phd-in-chemical-engineering/ FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. OVERVIEW Chemical engineers are in great demand because of environmental protection, remediation and resource VISA the large number of industries that depend on the efficiency; hydrocarbon processing; plastics production synthesis and processing of chemicals and materials. In and processing; food processing; bioprocesses; red, GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support addition to traditional careers in the chemical, energy green and white biotechnologies. and oil industries, chemical engineers enjoy increasing These areas are also aligned with well-known research opportunities in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, priorities, such as: Leadership in Enabling and Industrial electronic device fabrication and environmental Technologies (Information and Communication engineering. Chemical engineers apply the principles of Technologies; Nanotechnologies; Advanced Materials; WORK chemistry, biology, physics, and math to solve problems Advanced Manufacturing and Processing); Environment, WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study that involve the production or use of chemicals, fuel, Future and Emerging Technologies; Health, demographic period with a current student visa drugs, food, and many other products. They design change and wellbeing (Improving diagnosis; Innovative WORK WHILE STUDYING Teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus processes and equipment for large-scale manufacturing, treatments and technologies; Integrated, sustainable, plan and test production methods and byproducts citizen-centered care). By the completion of the PhD WORK AFTER Many chemical engineers work in industries whose products are sought by many treatment, and direct facility operations. In addition, program, students will be capable of designing and GRADUATION manufacturing firms. For instance, they work for firms that manufacture plastic resins, chemical engineers work in the production of energy, conducting independent, innovative, original and high- which are used to increase fuel efficiency in automobiles. Increased availability of electronics, food, clothing, and paper. They must quality research related to a variety of topics in chemical domestically produced natural gas should increase manufacturing potential in the industries employing these engineers.In addition, chemical engineering will continue understand how the manufacturing process affects the engineering. to migrate into dynamic fields, such as nanotechnology, alternative energies, and environment and the safety of workers and consumers. The PhD program has been designed in line with the biotechnology, and thereby help to sustain demand for engineering services in many The program focuses on the development of an in- revised Graduate Programs Framework of Nazarbayev manufacturing industries. depth understanding of the nature, implementation, University (2019). • Biomedical Engineers; and evaluation of chemical engineering principles and • Chemical Technicians; applications, together with the growth of research skills. • Chemists and Materials Scientists; • Nuclear Engineers; The current areas of research interest for the PhD in • Occupational Health and Safety Specialists and Technicians; Chemical Engineering encompass a wide spectrum, • Energy Engineer; with specific focus on priority areas for Kazakhstan, • Petroleum Engineer; such as: energy generation, conversion and storage; • Manufacturing Engineer. SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
START August LANGUAGES English KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years DELIVERY MODE On campus Full-time Chemistry, MSc ADMISSIONS
FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 ABOUT TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN CHEMISTRY SHORT OVERVIEW. Chemistry is frequently referred as a “central science” for its key role in advancing technological TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied progress through the design and synthesis of novel functional materials for energy, environmental, and biomedical applications. Our two year program will extend your depth and breadth of knowledge in all domains of modern FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. chemical science, helping you to become an excellent industrial or academic chemist. By enrolling in the program you will benefit from a fast-developing research infrastructure and well-balanced study programs delivered by our highly qualified international academic staff. You will also be able to advance such essential skills as project management, team-working, problem-solving, preparing and delivering oral and poster VISA presentations, as well as critical assessment of relevant scientific literature. GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years Full-Time WORK WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/master-of-science-in-chemistry/ WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa.
OVERVIEW WORK WHILE STUDYING teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus with the 0.25 work rate
WORK AFTER The graduates are expected to acquire advanced chemical, physical, mathematical, The two year MSc Program in Chemistry is designed to physical, mathematical, computational (calculation GRADUATION computational (calculation and simulation), and laboratory experimental skills as relevant train students as professional chemists who will possess and simulation), and laboratory experimental skills to the subjects of their Master projects. They are further expected to become exposed to in-depth knowledge of advanced theory and practical as relevant to the subjects of their Master projects. the international research environment and to acquire strong scientific communication knowledge in various areas of chemistry. They are further expected to become exposed to the skills. international research environment and to acquire strong In future you will have a chance to prosper your career in petroleum/oil industry, geology The students will gain deep and systematic knowledge scientific communication skills. The program design takes industry, and pharmaceutical industry or work in government sector. of the fundamental principles in chemistry, and advantage of the faculty expertise and the laboratory develop the ability to identify, analyze and develop resources of the School of Science and Technology, solutions problems in the context of real-life of the National Laboratory of Astana, School of mining and XXI Century, while fostering entrepreneurship. The Geoscience, and School of Engineering. graduates are expected to acquire advanced chemical,
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE. and Entrepreneurship, SST 502 Technical Communication Year 1 Fall: CHEM 510 Principles of Physical Chemistry, II, SST 592 Research Seminar. CHEM 520 Applied Analytical Chemistry, CHEM 530 Inorganic Structures and Reaction Mechanisms, SST 501 Year 2 Fall: Chemistry Elective II, Chemistry Elective Technical Communication, ISST 591 Research Methods III, Chemistry Elective IV, Chemistry Elective V, SST 691 Thesis Proposal Year 1 Spring: CHEM 540 Organic Reactions and Mechanisms, Chemistry Elective I, SST 504 Innovation Year 2 Spring: SST 692 Thesis Proposal SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
KEY FACTS START August 2020 LANGUAGES English PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-Time DELIVERY MODE On campus Civil and Environmental ADMISSIONS
FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
Engineering, MSc TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied ABOUT FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SHORT OVERVIEW. The Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering program provides a VISA comprehensive technologic and scientific preparation for engineers in following four key areas of Civil and Environmental Engineering, which are in perfect alignment with today’s technological challenges: GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support a) Structural Engineering b) Geo-technical Engineering c) Environmental Engineering and WORK d) Construction Management. WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study APPLICATION DEADLINE May period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the DURATION 2 years students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week. WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/master-of-science-in-civil-and- WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistants positions are available environmental-engineering/ WORK AFTER The MSc program is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in related fields GRADUATION such as Structural engineering and Materials, Geotechnical engineering, Environmental OVERVIEW engineering and Construction Management to prepare them for professional practice in various positions: Students are required to complete 120 ECTS credits, in 4 This MSc-CE program focusses on Infrastructure Systems, 1. Local and international companies with different business profiles; semesters, which satisfies requirements stipulated by the Transportation Systems and Vertical Structures. 2. Self-motivated individuals who can run own companies (start-ups); Bologna Process and the European Credit Transfer and The MSc courses offered in this course build on the 3. Academic careers at higher education institutions and research centers; Accumulation System (ECTS) for Master’s Degrees. four core disciplines of Structural Engineering, Geo- 4. Civil servants for the government at national, regional and local level. The program is designed to provide advanced skills technical Engineering, Environmental Engineering and and a detailed knowledge base at the graduate level for Construction Management. individuals working in academia, industry or research The program is complemented by courses in Advanced settings in Kazakhstan or throughout the world. Project Management, Research Methodology and Statistics and Probability. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE. MSc CEE program runs over Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering; 4 semesters (2 years) where the students are required Advanced Concrete Technology; Structural Evaluation to complete 120 ECTS credits. A set of mandatory and Rehabilitation; Theory of Physico-chemical core courses guarantees competence in advanced treatment processes; Contaminated Site Management mathematics, the four key areas of the program and Soil Treatment Technologies; Environmental (Structural engineering, geo-technical engineering, modeling development; Computational Geomechanics; environmental engineering, and construction Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering; Advanced management), classic and novel research methods and Foundation Engineering; Building Information Modeling effective oral and written communication in the science in Construction; Estimating and Financial Management in and technology domain. The list of program elective Construction; Principles and Applications of GIS and RS; courses include: Renewable Energy; Building Energy Analysis SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE. Civil Engineering, PhD The 1st year of the program consists of compulsory core and elective courses. The focus of the 2nd, 3rd, 4th years is Thesis Research work. - Thesis Research - Research Methods & Ethics* - Current Research Literature ABOUT - 6 Elective Courses
PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN CIVIL ENGINEERING START August 2020 LANGUAGES SHORT OVERVIEW. The PhD program in Civil Engineering (further in the text: PhD Program) fully taught in KEY FACTS English, is designed to provide advanced skills and a fundamental knowledge base at the expert level for individuals PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-Time DELIVERY MODE planning a career in academic, industry and research settings in any of the subfields of the Civil Engineering English discipline. On campus ADMISSIONS APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/phd-program/phd-in-civil-engineering/ TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
OVERVIEW FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
Civil engineering is the design and construction of Demographic Change and Wellbeing. public works, such as dams, bridges and other large The PhD Civil Engineering program provides infrastructure projects. It is one of the oldest branches comprehensive technologic and scientific preparation for of engineering, dating back to when people first started engineers in 6 (six) key areas of Civil Engineering: living in permanent settlements and began shaping Structural Engineering and Materials; VISA their environments to suit their needs. Today, the public Geotechnical Engineering; GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support is more likely to remember the names of great civil Environmental Engineering; engineering projects than the names of the engineers Construction Management; who designed and built them. These include the Transportation Engineering and Brooklyn Bridge (designed by John August Roebling Water Resources and Management, in perfect alignment WORK and son Washington Roebling), the Hoover Dam (John L. with today´s technological challenges. Savage), the Panama Canal (John Frank Stevens) and the By the completion of the PhD Program, students will WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study Golden Gate Bridge (Joseph Strauss and Charles Ellis). be capable of designing and conducting independent, period with a current student visa One notable exception is the Eiffel Tower, named after innovative, original and high-quality research related to a Gustave Eiffel, the French civil engineer whose company variety of topics in Civil Engineering. built it. The program focuses on the development of an The PhD Program has been designed in line with the WORK WHILE STUDYING Teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus in-depth understanding of the nature, implementation revised Graduate Programs Framework of Nazarbayev and evaluation of Civil Engineering principles and University (2019) WORK AFTER Civil engineers generally work indoors in offices. However, many spend time outdoors GRADUATION at construction sites so they can monitor operations or solve problems onsite. Most applications together with the growth of research skills. civil engineers employed in the private sector work for large construction contractors The current areas of research interest for the PhD in or as consultants. Government institutions that employ civil engineers include state Civil Engineering encompass a wide spectrum, with transportation departments and the military. specific focus on priority areas for Kazakhstan, such as: • Architects; energy green growth, urban and regional development, • Civil Engineering Technicians; • Construction Managers; environmental care and equitable management, • Mechanical Engineers; advanced transportation and sustainable engineering • Urban and Regional Planners; and digitalization. • Surveyors; These areas are also aligned with well-known • Environmental Engineers; international research priorities, such as: Leadership • Landscape Architects. in Enabling and Industrial Technologies; Environment, Future and Emerging Technologies; and Health, SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Computer Science, MSc FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
ABOUT TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied
PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN COMPUTER SCIENCE. FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. SHORT OVERVIEW. The Master of Science in Computer Science Program is a two-year program (120 ECTS credits) designed to provide students with advanced mastery of the core CS disciplines along with exposure to emerging areas (such as mobile and pervasive computing, multi-factor authentication, privacy and security, persistent data collection, “big data” analysis and data mining). VISA
APPLICATION DEADLINE May GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support DURATION 2 years Full-Time WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/msc-in-computer-science/ WORK OVERVIEW WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study Students will receive the knowledge and experience that than in a typical program, with more courses, and a period with a current student visa. demonstrates domain expertise, and the ability to either research thesis requirement. It offers physical resources continue their educational training at the doctoral level for comprehensive learning (labs and equipment) and WORK WHILE STUDYING Might be possible to work as teaching assistant or research assistant on campus with the 0.25 work rate or immediately utilize their training in key economic the diversity of the program faculty. The emphasis here sectors such as government, business, industry, health lies in hands-on skills development, balancing between WORK AFTER Program developer/engineer in different industries of business, technology and care, and education. This program is distinguished by theory and entrepreneurial practice covering both GRADUATION government areas; Further career in academia. its progressive curriculum , that includes more credits traditional and emerging fields.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE CSCI 549 Seminar in Database Management Courses are designed with the deliberate approach that CSCI 572 Intelligent Systems moves quickly from theory to practice. Year 1 consists CSCI 591 Research Methods mostly of core courses and 1 elective course. Year 2 CSCI 592 Research Seminar consists of choice of elective courses, a laboratory CSCI 691 Thesis Proposal practicum and writing a thesis. List of courses: CSCI 692 Thesis SST 501 Teaching and Learning CSCI 501 Software Principles and Practice SST 502 Teaching and Practicum CSCI 502 Hardware Software Co-Design SST 503 Laboratory Practicum CSCI 536 Wireless Sensor Networks SST 504 Innovation and Entrepreneurship CSCI 544 Data Mining and Decision Support
START August 2020 KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY 4 years Full-Time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
START August 2020 KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-Time LANGUAGES English Computer Sciences, PhD DELIVERY MODE On campus
ABOUT ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN COMPUTER SCIENCE. SHORT OVERVIEW. The PhD program in Computer Science (further in the text: PhD program), fully taught in English, is designed to provide advanced skills and sophisticated knowledge for individuals planning a career in academic, industry and research settings in any subfield of computer science and engineering. TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/phd-program/phd-in-computer-science/
OVERVIEW VISA GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support Computer Science is the study of computers and intelligence, systems, data analytics, information security, computational systems. Unlike electrical and computer and smart cities. engineers, computer scientists deal mostly with software These areas are also aligned with well-known and software systems; this includes their theory, design, international research priorities: Leadership in development, and application. Principal areas of study Enabling and Industrial Technologies (Information and WORK within Computer Science include artificial intelligence, Communication Technologies; Artificial Intelligence); computer systems and networks, security, database Health, demographic change and well-being WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study systems, human computer interaction, vision and (Personalized medicine; Telemedicine; Smart Houses and period with a current student visa graphics, numerical analysis, programming languages, Smart Cities). software engineering, bioinformatics and theory of By the completion of the PhD program, students will WORK WHILE STUDYING Teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus computing. be capable of designing and conducting independent, The program focuses on the development of an in- innovative, original and high-quality research in WORK AFTER Computer science majors need to think analytically to devise systems and programs, depth understanding of the nature, implementation and computer science. GRADUATION but must also be detail-oriented enough to troubleshoot problems. They must be able evaluation of computing principles and applications The PhD program has been designed in line with the to communicate with non-techni- cal people to assess their needs and convey technical together with the growth of research skills. The current revised Graduate Programs Framework of Nazarbayev information in plain language. Creativity is essen- tial for those computer science majors areas of research interest for the PhD in Computer University (2019) who hope to come up with the latest app or technology gadget. Given the rapid rate of Science encompass a wide spectrum, with specific change within technology, computer science majors need to have a thirst for learning to keep up with the latest developments. focus on priority areas for Kazakhstan, such as artificial • Software Developer; • Database Administrator; • Computer Hardware Engineer; • Computer Systems Analyst; OUTLINE • Computer Network Architect; • Web Developer; PROGRAM STRUCTURE • IT Project Manager; • Computer and Information Research Scientists. The 1st year of the programconsists of compulsory core and elective courses. The focus of the 2nd, 3rd, 4th years is Thesis Research work. - Thesis Research - Research Methods & Ethics* - Current Research Literature - 6 Elective Courses SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
CSCI 588 Design and Analysis of Algorithms (6 ECTS) Research Track (18 ECTS + 30 ECTS = 48 ECTS) CSCI 512 Information Theory (6 ECTS) SST 591 Research Methods (6 ECTS) ROBT 613 Brain-Machine Interfaces (6 ECTS) SST 592 Research Seminar (6 ECTS) All students will take the courses in Research SST 691 Thesis Proposal (6 ECTS) Data Science, MSc Methods and Research Seminar; students will select SST 692 Thesis (30 ECTS) either the thesis or non-thesis track as an outcome of the Research Seminar.
ABOUT PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN DATA SCIENCE KEY FACTS START August 2020 LANGUAGES English SHORT OVERVIEW. The School of Science and Technology of Nazarbayev University is launching a new Master of PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years DELIVERY MODE On campus Science in Data Science graduate program, starting in August 2019, with applications accepted until May 1st, 2019. Full-Time The program is a two-year full-time program, consisting of 120 ECTS credits across four semesters. The program is aligned with the best- practices of the world’s leading programs, combining a thorough coverage of the fundamentals with innovative applications in a wide range of subject areas. ADMISSIONS
APPLICATION DEADLINE May FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 DURATION 2 years Full-Time
WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/msc-in-data-sciences/ TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS OVERVIEW TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR The MSDS program will provide in-depth education in The first term of study is designed to provide a * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied Data Science, incorporating fundamental concepts from foundation of the field, and immerse the students in FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. disciplines such as Computer Science, Mathematics, the main topics and skills required to succeed in the Physics, Robotics, and related engineering fields. program. Terms two and three will develop advanced The program will include topics such as: Databases, areas of specialization, and produce a thesis project Data Mining, Big Data, Business Analytics, Artificial that uses real-world data for practical purposes, Intelligence, Information Retrieval, Machine Learning, ideally aligned with the development priorities of the VISA Deep Learning, Image and Video Processing, country. The final term focuses on the completion and Bioinformatics, Cybersecurity, Data Analysis and documentation of the thesis project. GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support Visualization, Mathematical and Statistical Modeling, Data Storage and Processing Infrastructures, and Cloud- based Solutions. WORK
OUTLINE WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa.
WORK WHILE STUDYING Might be possible to work as teaching assistant or research assistant on campus with the PROGRAM STRUCTURE. Electives (18 ECTS) 0.25 work rate The list of courses CSCI 506 Big Data File Structures and NoSQL Discipline Core (6) (36 ECTS) Databases (6 ECTS) WORK AFTER Graduates of the program might find jobs in following areas: CSCI 501 Fundamentals of Data Science – I (6 ECTS) CSCI 508 Machine Learning (6 ECTS) GRADUATION • Statistician • Business intelligence reporting professional CSCI 502 Fundamentals of Data Science – II (6 ECTS) CSCI 578 Data Security and Protection (6 ECTS) • Data Analyst CSCI 504 Data Mining and Decision Support (6 ECTS) CSCI 580 Information Retrieval (6 ECTS) • Data Mining or Big Data Engineer CSCI 507 Database Management Systems (6 ECTS) MATH 541 Data Analysis and Statistical Learning • Program/Project Manager MATH 540 Statistical Analysis (6 ECTS) CSCI 581 Knowledge Engineering (6 ECTS) CSCI 545 Big Data Analytics (6 ECTS) BIOL 580 Applied Bioinformatics (6 ECTS) Innovation Pillar (18 ECTS) CSCI 584 Deep Learning (6 ECTS) CSCI 551 Process and Project Management (6 ECTS) CSCI 585 Statistical Methods in Natural Language SST 504 Innovation and Entrepreneurship (6 ECTS) Processing (6 ECTS) CSCI 552 Data-Driven Innovation (6 ECTS) CSCI 587 Social Media Analytics (6 ECTS) SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
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START August Doctor of Medicine PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time duration 4 years LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On Campus
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TITLE. DOCTOR OF MEDICINE FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 SHORT OVERVIEW The MD program is a professional doctorate degree which provides the competencies to practice medicine and the foundation to continue postgraduate medical training. It has been designed to be consistent with the model of graduate entry medical education and is competency based. The carefully designed curriculum structure features active and participatory learning, problem and team-based approaches, an early introduction to the patient and TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS to the community and the integration of a rigorous foundation in basic and clinical biomedical sciences with the TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 3350 USD PER YEAR behavioral and social aspects of medicine. * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied
APPLICATION DEADLINE May FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. DURATION 4 years
WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/admissions/master-programs/
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Nazarbayev University School of Medicine (NUSOM) learning, problem and team-based approaches, an early offers a four-year curriculum based on the United introduction to the patient and the community, and the States model designed to prepare physicians to integration of a rigorous foundation in basic and clinical become the new generation of leaders in Medicine biomedical sciences with the behavioral and social and Health care in the Republic of Kazakhstan and aspects of medicine. Key subjects are longitudinally globally. The NUSOM curriculum emphasizes both the integrated throughout the spiral curriculum, building science and the humanity of medicine throughout the upon a foundation of prior learning while providing a students’ four years of study. The carefully designed progressive introduction of new content. curriculum structure features active and participatory
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE integrate physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, The patient focus of the NUSOM curriculum begins on and introduction to medicine, with concurrent courses day one of the program with the Introduction to Being in the Patient Care and Patient, Physician, and Society a Physician course. Medical interviewing and physical blocks. Weekly discussions, patient interviews, and examination courses follow, along with exercises examination of hospitalized patients reinforce essential examining the many facets of physician life – at the clinical skills. The third-year curriculum consists of patient’s bedside, in the community, and in society as a seven required clerkships designed to optimize the whole. Throughout the first two years, students develop balance between inpatient and out-of-hospital learning and apply their new clinical skills at the hospitals and opportunities. The fourth year includes an active clinics of the University Medical Center (UMC) one internship, additional required and elective clerkships, afternoon per week. The Basic Science block runs and an integrated life sciences experience that revisits through three-fourths of the first year and provides some aspect of basic science after students have several language and concepts that underlie the scientific years of clinical experience. basis of medical practice. Organ System block courses SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
KEY FACTS START August LANGUAGES English Economics, MA PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years. Full-time DELIVERY MODE On Campus ADMISSIONS
FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 ABOUT PROGRAM TITLE. MA IN ECONOMICS the University of Wisconsin-Madison (USA) TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS SHORT OVERVIEW Housing on campus with modern facilities, labs, library, A Western graduate level economics program and sports center TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR Funding for your education - Acceptance into the MAE 2-year funded all-English MA program * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied High quality internationally recognized faculty drawn comes with a monthly stipend for the entire duration of from North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia the program (only for Kazakhstani citizens) FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. Advised and supported by a strategic partnership with
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/master-of-arts-in-economics/ VISA OVERVIEW GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
Master of Arts in Economics (MAE) degree program For students interested in doctoral-level education, a will directly serve the exigent need of preparing highly Master’s degree in Economics demonstrates advanced qualified Economists. Graduate education in Economics research and academic skills that will facilitate their involves the development of analytical, methodological, admission to Ph.D. programs in Economics, Business WORK and applied skills. Developing students’ understanding of and other social sciences. Even in its first two years, macro- and microeconomics will help them to function our students were placed (with full funding) to the PhD WORK WHILE STUDYING Research Assistant or Teaching Assistant positions are available not only in the private sector, but also in industries that programs of the following universities: Washington, WORK AFTER • Professional economist careers interface with government and governmental agencies Vienna, KU Leuven (multiple students), George GRADUATION • Economics careers in banking (i.e. energy, manufacturing, NGO, and other firms). Washington, Purdue and Wuppertal. • Economics careers in accountancy Training in data management, macroeconomic policies, • Economics careers in business and financial consultancy optimization problems and other subjects that are part • Economics careers in the public sector, international organizations, and non-profit organizations of the Economics curriculum will help students succeed • Insurance, actuarial, and data analysis careers in economics and advance in a variety of professional environments.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE Year 2 Fall: Applied Econometrics, Elective 1, Elective 2, Year 1 Fall: Microeconomics 1, Macroeconomics 1, Thesis 1. Statistics, Mathematical Economics Year 2 Spring: Elective 3, Thesis 2.
Year 1 Spring: Microeconomics 2, Macroeconomics 2, Econometrics, Research Methodology. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Education, PhD FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS ABOUT TUITION FEE n/a FUNDING All students admitted to the Ph.D. in Education program are eligible for tuition and stipend PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN EDUCATION funding by the government. SHORT OVERVIEW All international students are considered for the merit based international student scholarships The Ph.D. in Education program provides graduates with a wide range of skills, in-depth knowledge and offered at the university. understanding in their chosen fields of research. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be well prepared to conduct educational research in academic institutions, teach at tertiary institution level, engage in policy advisory and development, undertake educational leadership, or work in other areas with high levels of responsibility.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://gse.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/bachelors-program.html
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The program provides an in-depth understanding of the university. Each student will be guided and supported nature, implementation and evaluation of educational by an Advisory Committee. Upon recommendations developments in Kazakhstan and globally, focusing on of the Chair of her/his Advisory Committee, the Ph.D. the development of critical, collaborative leadership student can be given additional time of up to 12 months and research skills to enable graduates to contribute to complete and submit the thesis after the four years to the education sector. This Ph.D. program consists of the program. This additional period will not include of a minimum of four years of research leading to stipend or accommodation and is only considered as an a thesis. In addition, students are also required to extra time to complete and submit the thesis. complete coursework, and a study abroad at a partner
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE. Defense, Advanced Methods of Educational Research, CORE COURSES: Doctoral Seminar, Proposal Defense, Dissertation Academic English for Doctoral Students, Education Research, International Study, Introduction to Scholarship Research Methods, Globalization and Education, in Education, Teaching and Learning in the University Educational Policy and Reform, Philosophy of Education, Context: Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment. Kazakh Language for Educators, Preparation for Proposal
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START September INTENSITY Full-time duration. 4 years LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On Campus GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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START August Educational INTENSITY Full-time 2 years LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE Low-residency (on campus) intensive sessions and blended/distance learning) Leadership, MSc ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
ABOUT TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
PROGRAM TITLE. M.SC. IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP (HIGHER EDUCATION, INCLUSIVE EDUCATION, TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2502 USD PER YEAR SCHOOL EDUCATION) * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied SHORT OVERVIEW The M.Sc. in Educational Leadership program is designed to provide working education professionals with the skills, FUNDING All students admitted to the M.Sc. in Educational Leadership program are eligible for tuition and stipend funding by the government. knowledge and capacities necessary to lead for change within their work institutions, their professional communities, All international students are considered for the merit based international student scholarships offered at the university. APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years WEBSITE https://gse.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/magistracy.html
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The M.Sc. in Educational Leadership program provides of critical, collaborative, leadership and research skills advanced skills for individuals working in schools, to enable graduates to contribute to the education academic, policy-making, and research settings. sector. The program offers three different areas of The program provides an in-depth understanding of the specialization: Higher Education, Inclusive Education and nature, implementation and evaluation of educational School Education. reform and internationally, focusing on the development OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE SCHOOL EDUCATION: Assessment: Theories, Policies, CORE COURSES: Practices; Curriculum Design and Management, Introduction to Educational Leadership, Educational Foundations of Early Childhood Education, Preparing Context and Reform in Kazakhstan, Research Methods, Children for the Future: Skills and Employability, Internship Project, Work-based Project, Learning to Work, Professional Identity, Psychology of Learning (Children Thesis Seminar, Academic English, Kazakh Language for as Learners), School Improvement and Effectiveness, Educators Student Discourse and Argumentation: Theories, Practices and Policies INCLUSIVE EDUCATION: Inclusive education: Curriculum Design: Perspectives on HIGHER EDUCATION: Applying Educational Leadership Addressing Barriers to Teaching and Learning (Including in Kazakhstan, Comparative and International SEN), Education Policy Analysis and Development, Education, Education Policy Analysis and Development, Inclusive Education: Policy Perspectives , Psychology Fundamentals of Higher Education, Higher Education of Learning (Children as Learners), Theories of Inclusive Finance, Innovative Research Methods: Answering Education, Comparative and International Education, the Complicated, Contemporary Questions in Higher Designing and Managing Education for Gifted and Education , Perspectives on Teacher Education, Talented Learners Organization and Governance in Higher Education SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
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START August 2020 Electrical and INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On-campus Computer ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
Engineering,MSc TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied
FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. ABOUT PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN ELECTRICAL AND (b) Communications and Signal Processing, VISA COMPUTER ENGINEERING (3) Power Systems and Energy, and (4) Computer Engineering. SHORT OVERVIEW GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support The MSc in ECE program offers a 1 year of course work The program aims to prepare students to take up leading followed by a 1 year of applied research thesis in four roles in industry and/or prepare them to pursue doctoral major directions. degrees. The program have global outlook with its THE PROGRAM HAS FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS: graduates prepared to take-on challenges relavent to WORK (1) Circuits and Systems, creating local and international impact. WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the APPLICATION DEADLINE May students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week. DURATION 2 years WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistants positions are available WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/master-of-science-in-electrical- and-computer-engineering/ WORK AFTER The graduates of the MSc in ECE find jobs in semiconductor, power, IT and GRADUATION telecommunication industry. Our graduates are placed in some of the leading multinational and national companies. In addition, several of our students pursue research careers OVERVIEW continue further studies in PhD program.
The MSc ECE provides a comprehensive technological and scientific preparation for engineers in 2 key areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering: (a) Electrical Engineering; and (b) Computer Engineering. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE The second year is dedicated for an applied research MSc in ECE is a 4 semester (2 years) program having a project focusing on an Engineering problem often total of 120 ECTS credits. relevant to industry. The first year largely focus on course work required to The courses are expected to be hands-on and in-depth build a strong foundation in the areas of coverage on a broad set of topics. Students select (1) Circuits and Systems, their project topic in the second semester, identify the (2) Communications and Signal Processing, supervisor to work the applied research project, which is (3) Power Systems and Energy, and often a funded research assistant position, working on a (4) Computer Engineering. realistic engineering problem. There is a large selection of electives offered every year that students can select to complement the research specialization. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE The 1st year of the program consists of compulsory core and elective courses. Electrical The focus of the 2nd, 3rd, 4th years is Thesis Research work. - Thesis Research - Research Methods & Ethics* - Current Research Literature - 6 Elective Courses
Engineering, PhD KEY FACTS
START August 2020 INTENSITY Full-time ABOUT LANGUAGES English
PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DELIVERY MODE On-campus SHORT OVERVIEW The PhD program in Electrical Engineering (further in the text: PhD program), fully taught in English, is designed to provide advanced skills and a sophisticated knowledge base at the expert level for individuals planning a career in academia, industry and research settings in any of the subfields of the Electrical engineering discipline. ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/phd-program/phd-in-electrical-engineering/ TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS OVERVIEW FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
Electrical engineering is one of the newer branches of in Enabling and Industrial Technologies (Information engineering, and dates back to the late 19th century. and Communication Technologies; Nanotechnologies; It is the branch of engineering that deals with the Advanced Materials; Advanced Manufacturing and VISA technology of electricity. Electrical engineers work on a Processing); Environment, Future and Emerging wide range of components, devices and systems, from Technologies; Health, demographic change and GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support the power systems that bring electricity to our homes wellbeing (Improving diagnosis; Innovative treatments and communication systems that allow us to keep in and technologies; Integrated, sustainable, citizen- touch with family and friends, to the electronic devices, centered care). computers, sensors and medical equipment that shape By the completion of the PhD program, students will our everyday lives.Some of the most prominent pioneers be capable of designing and conducting independent, WORK in electrical engineering includeThomas Edison (electric innovative, original and high-quality research related to a WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study light bulb), George Westinghouse (alternating current), variety of topics in Electrical engineering. period with a current student visa Nikola Tesla(induction motor), Guglielmo Marconi (radio) The PhD program has been designed in line with the and Philo T. Farnsworth (television). revised Graduate Programs Framework of Nazarbayev WORK WHILE STUDYING Teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus The program focuses on the development of an in- University (2019) WORK AFTER Electrical engineers work primarily in research and development industries, engineering depth understanding of the nature, implementation GRADUATION services firms, manufacturing and the federal government. Manufacturing industries that and evaluation of Electrical engineering principles and employ electrical engineers include automotive, marine, railroad, aerospace, defense, applications together with the growth of research skills. consumer electronics, commercial construction, lighting, computers and components, The current areas of research interest for the PhD in telecommunications and traffic control. Electrical Engineering encompass a wide spectrum, with • Electronic Engineer; specific focus on priority areas for Kazakhstan, such • Signal Processing Engineer; • Power Engineer; as: power engineering; electronics, signal processing • Telecommunications Engineer; and communication, biomedical engineering, intelligent • Computer Engineer; mechatronic systems, computer engineering. • Control Engineer; These areas are also aligned with well-known • Instrumentation Engineer. international research priorities, such as: Leadership SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Engineering FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied Management, MEM FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
ABOUT VISA GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER OF ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT The aim of the program is to prepare students with the SHORT OVERVIEW technical skills and business knowledge for leadership of The Master of Engineering Management degree program engineering-related units of enterprises with innovative WORK is offered by the School of Engineering and Digital solutions for complex business problems. Sciences in partnership with the Graduate School of WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study Business at Nazarbayev University. period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week. APPLICATION DEADLINE May WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistants positions are available DURATION 2 years WORK AFTER • Engineering Project Manager. WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/master-of-engineering- GRADUATION • Logistics and Supply Chain Manager management/ • Senior Lead Analyst. • Operations Manager • Quality Manager OVERVIEW • Cost Systems Analyst. • Production Manager The program emphasizes adapting and applying marketing, R&D management, new product • Services Unit Manager analytical, mathematical/optimization and computing development, entrepreneurship, business ethics, business • Industrial and System Management Engineer skills and scientific knowledge into business practice. It is strategy, business communication, leading change • Plant Manager. the MBA of the engineers. and innovation, and many other aspects of managing
Students learn about project management, operations a successful business. MEM is a very popular program management, supply chain management, engineering attracting many candidates every year. The main reason management, engineering economy, quality and lean is that all our graduates find a good job upon graduation management, big data and information management, or they improve their current job position. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Master of Engineering Management (MEM) students are required to complete 120 ECTS credits in 4 semesters. Graduate School of Business (GSB) courses are offered at the Second Semester and are all block-based delivered as intensive three weeks courses. SEDS courses are offered at the other three semesters and are all long semester fourteen weeks’ courses. KEY FACTS
START August 2020 INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus with industry visits for capstone projects SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
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START August Eurasian Studies, MA INTENSITY Full-time. 2-years LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus
ABOUT PROGRAM TITLE. MA IN EURASIAN STUDIES Afghanistan, the Caucasus, Russia and Eastern Europe. ADMISSIONS SHORT OVERVIEW We believe the Eurasian MA will allow you to explore FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 The Eurasian MA is an interdisciplinary program that a wide range of intellectual interests, to receive a combines Anthropology, History, Literature, Political rigorous training in your chosen field, and to take Science, Religious Studies and Sociology. We define an interdisciplinary approach to whatever research Eurasia inclusively, comprising not just the five post- questions you develop. Soviet republics of Central Asia, but Xinjiang, Mongolia, TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2502 USD PER YEAR * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/master-of-arts-in-eurasian-studies/ FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. OVERVIEW VISA The first multi-disciplinary Area Studies program in An unrivalled concentration of scholars with Eurasian Kazakhstan and the wider region focusing on Eurasia expertise, spanning the disciplines of Anthropology, GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support 2-year funded all-English MA program of 120 ECTS Economics, History, Literature, Oriental Studies, credits. Philosophy, Political Science, and Sociology Taught by internationally recognized faculty Advanced academic training for pursuing careers in Advised and actively supported by the partnership with research, government, international organizations, WORK the University of Wisconsin-Madison (USA) academia, or other fields. An exciting opportunity to explore the cultures, Study in Astana, at the heart of Eurasia, with unparalleled WORK WHILE STUDYING Research Assistant or Teaching Assistant positions are available languages, histories, communities, societies, and politics access to archives, fieldwork sites, government agencies, WORK AFTER • Research of Eurasia. international organizations, and foreign diplomats GRADUATION • International organizations Includes the five post-Soviet Central Asian states, Russia, Housing on campus with modern facilities, labs, library • Academia Eastern Europe, Mongolia, Xinjiang, and neighboring and sports center. • Policy-making regions of South Asia, China and the Middle East Awards “Master of Arts in Eurasian Studies” degree. • Journalism • NGOs • Government service OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Year 2 Year 1 Fall Fall EAS 503 Thesis 1 EAS 500 Introduction to Eurasian Studies Elective 3 in the disciplines EAS 501 General Methodology Elective 4 in the disciplines EAS 506 Qualitative Research Methods Spring Spring EAS 505 Thesis 2 EAS 502 Disciplinary Methodology Elective 5 in the disciplines Elective 1 in the disciplines Elective 2 in the disciplines SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
Open Elective #3 Year 4 Year 3 EAS 614 Dissertation Research II: EAS 613 Dissertation Research I: Dissertation preparation and writing (circa 60,000 – Dissertation preparation and writing (circa 60,000 – 100,000 words) Eurasian 100,000 words) (attend EAS 611-612 Doctoral Seminar in Eurasian Studies (attend EAS 611-612 Doctoral Seminar in Eurasian I-II as auditor) Studies I-II as auditor) Professionalisation training (Writing & publishing workshops, teaching training and assistantships) Studies, PhD KEY FACTS START August INTENSITY Full-time. 4-years LANGUAGES English ABOUT DELIVERY MODE On campus
PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN EURASIAN STUDIES of key concepts in the humanities and social sciences, PROGRAM with practical training in necessary writing and research ADMISSIONS SHORT OVERVIEW. PhD program in Eurasian Studies techniques, as well as rigorous subject-specific training is designed to train versatile and internationally across at least two disciplines. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 competitive scholars by combining a core curriculum
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 4 years TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/ph-d-in-eurasian-studies/ FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. OVERVIEW Our program combines a core curriculum of key from this doctoral program share a range of qualities VISA concepts in the humanities and social sciences, practical and abilities, as well as field-specific skills that make training in necessary writing and research techniques them both “interdisciplinary” and “flexible.” Truly GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support and ethics, and rigorous subject-specific training across interdisciplinary research demonstrates a solid grounding at least two disciplines. Students have the space, time in one discipline and sufficiently deep training in one and flexibility they need to write a doctoral thesis that or more others, which enables the scholar to build makes an original contribution to the field. Funding real bridges between various disciplines. Graduates WORK opportunities for research abroad and co-supervision by of this program combine strong disciplinary and WORK WHILE STUDYING Research Assistant or Teaching Assistant positions are available NU and non-NU experts enables our students to develop interdisciplinary training with a first-hand knowledge of a truly international profile. the region, a command of the primary and secondary WORK AFTER • Academia sources consistent with world-class scholarship on this GRADUATION • Research We train students to become versatile and internationally region of the world, knowledge of requisite research • Government • International organizations competitive scholars on the Eurasian region. Graduates languages and excellent academic English. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Discipline 2 Elective A Year 1 Open Elective #1 Fall Year 2 EAS 600 Introduction to Eurasia Fall EAS 601 Critical Issues in Eurasian Studies EAS 611 Doctoral Seminar in Eurasian Studies I Discipline 1 Elective A Discipline 2 Elective B Advanced Academic Writing Discipline 1 or 2 Elective C Spring Open Elective #2 EAS 608 Proseminar in Eurasian Humanities OR EAS 609 Spring Proseminar in Eurasian Social Sciences EAS 612 Doctoral Seminar in Eurasian Studies II Discipline 1 Elective B EAS 615 Qualifying Examination GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS PROGRAMS
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START August Finance, MSc INTENSITY This program is intensive requiring full time commitment from you, students are not permitted to hold full-time jobs during the program, and are required to fully commit to the academic and non-academic requirements of the program participation LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus ABOUT
PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN FINANCE in the field of finance. The MSc in Finance program will SHORT OVERVIEW. The NUGSB Master of Science in equip young professionals with the knowledge, skills, and ADMISSIONS Finance program is a specialized, quantitative course of ability to add value and succeed in relevant positions in FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 study for highly motivated individuals seeking a career finance whether in public or private sector organizations.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 16 months WEBSITE https://gsb.nu.edu.kz/programs/msc-in-finance/ TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE USD 35 000 OVERVIEW All self-sponsored students receive a discounted tuition rate of USD 14 000 FUNDING Merit-based scholarships More specifically, the 16 month program provides students with a solid conceptual, quantitative and practical foundation on which to launch and/or advance a career in a finance-related field. Graduates typically pursue job opportunities in investment banking, financial planning, corporate finance, financial analysis and advising, and in insurance, construction, and real estate. MSc in Finance graduates aspiring to leadership and management positions often pursue the MBA degree after acquiring a few years of work experience.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE CORE LONDON RESIDENCY: Travel to London, UK, to gain Financial Accounting, Business Communication, global business experience, visit world financial center Statistical Methods, Principles of Finance, Financial and the London Stock Exchange Markets and Institutions, Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance, Financial Economics, Financial Econometrics, Residency at the National Bank of Kazakhstan Get to Investments I, Ethics, Governance and Regulation, know an institution which is central to economic and Investments II, Advanced Econometrics financial regulation in Kazakhstan
ELECTIVE INTERNSHIP: Build your business competency with a International Finance, Islamic Banking and Finance, field study project Insurance and Actuarial Science, Private Equity, Big Data, Competitive Policy in Banking MASTER’S THESIS: Apply your knowledge to solve a real business problem ADDITIONALS Orientation week: Start your MSF journey with building Distinguished Speakers Series: Engage with industry lifelong relationships with your classmates and a captains, thought leaders, business executives foundation of business knowledge and skills which are required to succeed on the program.
CAREER WEEKS: You will be equipped with skills and strategies to achieve professional goals during career weeks. SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
Year 4 Fall BIOL 800 Doctoral Thesis Spring Life Sciences, PhD BIOL 800 Doctoral Thesis Summer BIOL 800 Doctoral Thesis (*) Course may be waived for NU graduates and replaced by a Level-8 (Bologna process) course (core or elective) selected by the student’s supervisory committee and approved by the corresponding departmental committee. (**) All participating schools and departments with Level-8 courses ABOUT (*) Course may be waived for NU graduates and replaced by a Level-8 (Bologna process) course (core or elective) PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN LIFE SCIENCES SHORT OVERVIEW. Life Sciences is a rapidly growing interdisciplinary area of sciences that aligns with priority science and technology needs for the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Ph.D. program can be compared in scope and structure to available programs in internationally leading academic institutions. The Ph.D. in Life Sciences will provide KEY FACTS excellent instruction in core and elective subjects and will train modern high-quality life science experts which are in high demand for both existing as well as anticipated industries in Kazakhstan. The program’s research focus in START August combination with pedagogical training that is in compliance with the Graduate Programs Framework of Nazarbayev INTENSITY Full-time. 4-years University (NU) has the potential to attract regional and international students to the program. LANGUAGES English
APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 DELIVERY MODE On campus DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/ph-d-in-eurasian-studies/ ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 OVERVIEW
The program is unique in Kazakhstan because of its interdisciplinary focus and integrated research, communications and innovation approach. Starting from the first semester students interact closely with faculty and become members of a research team. Guided by the supervisor who acts also as a research advisor, the student will be immersed in an TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS educational, teaching, innovation and research program to gain expertise and skills to transform biological data into biological information and knowledge, and to facilitate organizational decision-making in technology and data-rich FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. situations. Graduates of the program will be highly qualified life sciences professionals who are expected to enter careers in academia, education or research and development in the private industry or government organizations VISA
OUTLINE GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Year 1 Year 2 Fall Fall WORK DENG 782 Research Methods & Ethics* BIOL 799 Thesis Research BIOL 720 Statistical Methods in Life Sciences* Spring WORK PERMITS All PhD students are eligible for RA (Research Assistantship) support from faculty research grants or may participate in the Graduate Assistant program as a GTA (Graduate Teaching BIOL 750 Structural and Molecular Biology in Health and BIOL 799 Thesis Research Assistantship), GAA (Graduate Administrative Assistantship) or GSRA (Graduate Summer Disease* Summer Research Assistantship) which offer additional learning opportunities and require up to BIOL 799 Thesis Research BIOL 800 Doctoral Thesis 10h/week(5 h/week for GSRA)of NU mission-related responsibilities. Graduate Elective Course 1** Spring Year 3 WORK AFTER Research Assistant or Teaching Assistant positions are available BIOL 791 Cellular Biophysics* Fall GRADUATION BIOL 780 Applied Bioinformatics* BIOL 800 Doctoral Thesis BIOL 799 Thesis Research Spring WORK WHILE STUDYING • Academia Graduate Elective Course 2** BIOL 800 Doctoral Thesis • Education Graduate Elective Course 3** Summer • Research and development Summer BIOL 800 Doctoral Thesis • Private industry or government organizations BIOL 799 Thesis Research SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
Summer MATH 799 Thesis Research
Year 4 Mathematics, PhD Fall MATH 799 Thesis Research*** Spring MATH 800 Doctoral Thesis MATH 799 Thesis Research*** Summer ABOUT MATH 800 Doctoral Thesis MATH 799 Thesis Research*** Year 5 PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN MATHEMATICS Fall SHORT OVERVIEW. The proposed PhD program will expand the role of the mathematics department, from currently MATH 800 Doctoral Thesis teaching mathematics and building fundamental mathematical skills and mastery of all students in general to carrying out excellence in research. This research activity will ensure that, at Nazarbayev University, mathematics (*) Course may be waived for NU graduates and replaced by a Level-8 (Bologna process) course (core or elective) as science will develop and advance, at least at the same pace as the other sciences, from which the other areas of selected by the student’s supervisory committee and approved by the corresponding departmental committee. research can also benefit. (**) All participating schools and departments with Level-8 courses (***)If not submitted and defended APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/ph-d-in-mathematics/ KEY FACTS ADMISSIONS OVERVIEW FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 START August As Kazakhstan strives to become one of the top 30 most research, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship. INTENSITY Full-time. 4-years developed countries under the ‘Third Modernization of In this regard, this program will serve as a key building Kazakhstan’ model of economic growth, we anticipate block in the research-driven economic and technological LANGUAGES English growing demand from local, national, and international development of the region, and as a key amplifier of the DELIVERY MODE On campus sources for highly trained English speaking Ph.D. influence of the Nazarbayev University within Kazakhstan holder in mathematics, thus, providing a healthy job and beyond its borders. The proposed PhD program is a market for our graduates in academic, corporate, and 4-year program and comprises compulsory coursework, government sectors. Graduates of this program are research, and dissertation writing. The program aligns expected to find highly respected positions in academia with the structure of similar programs in North America, TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS and industry. Graduates of the Ph.D. in Mathematics and is in compliance with the Bologna process, adopted FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. program will be prepared to play important roles in by the Republic of Kazakhstan and the revised Graduate Kazakhstan’s economy, especially with respect to Programs Framework of Nazarbayev University. VISA OUTLINE GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Summer Year 1 MATH 799 Thesis Research WORK Fall Year 2 WORK PERMITS DENG 782 Research Methods & Ethics* Fall All PhD students are eligible for RA (Research Assistantship) support from faculty research grants or may participate in the Graduate Assistant program as a GTA (Graduate Teaching Math 701 Real Analysis MATH 799 Thesis Research Assistantship), GAA (Graduate Administrative Assistantship) or GSRA (Graduate Summer Math 799 Thesis Research Spring Research Assistantship) which offer additional learning opportunities and require up to Graduate Elective Course 1 MATH 799 Thesis Research 10h/week(5 h/week for GSRA)of NU mission-related responsibilities. Graduate Elective Course 2 Summer MATH 799 Thesis Research WORK AFTER Research Assistant or Teaching Assistant positions are available Spring GRADUATION MATH 710 Topics in Mathematics Year 3 MATH 799 Thesis Research Fall WORK WHILE STUDYING In the industrial and academic environment in the positions of university faculty members, Graduate Elective Course 3 MATH 799 Thesis Research senior researchers, engineers, and product developers. Graduate Elective Course 4 Spring Graduate Elective Course 5 MATH 799 Thesis Research GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS PROGRAMS
TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE USD 84 000 MBA, Executive *Discounts are applicable LIVING COSTS Accommodation, food, study materials are included into the tuition fee FUNDING NUGSB offers discounts to certain categories of the applicants/companies. Given the different cost structure, discounts should be discussed with School management
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PROGRAM TITLE. EXECUTIVE MBA WORK WHILE STUDYING yes SHORT OVERVIEW. The Executive MBA (EMBA) program provides a unique learning environment for executive students by bringing together working professionals from diverse backgrounds.
APPLICATION DEADLINE Regular deadline - May ; Late deadline - June DURATION 20 months WEBSITE https://gsb.nu.edu.kz/programs/executive-mba/
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE The EMBA program consists of 90 ECTS.The EMBA areas of business, students have the opportunity to program is designed to facilitate the development specialize through electives and EMBA Thesis. Students of general management skills for entrepreneurs and will also develop a wider scope through their US individuals who are seeking to increase their business residency providing students an opportunity to learn skillset and advance their careers. While the core a global context, while expanding their personal and curriculum provides a foundation in all the functional professional networks.
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START August PROGRAM INTENSITY Weekend-based (1 class will be delivered 5 days in 2 weeks - Saturday,Sunday,Monday,Saturday.Sunday)
LANGUAGES English with simultaneous translation into Russian DELIVERY MODE On campus
ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 21 GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS MBA, Full-Time FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 16800 USD ABOUT FUNDING There are several scholarship opportunities that can cover up to the entire cost of tuition for domestic and international applicants. Decisions regarding scholarship are PROGRAM TITLE. FULL-TIME MBA made on a merit basis, and are usually communicated separately after the end of all SHORT OVERVIEW. Our MBA is a full-time program that plays a key role in our mission to develop the next admission rounds generation of business leaders in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Intended for early to mid-career professionals, our MBA program provides you with the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to manage effectively in global business environments.
APPLICATION DEADLINE Regular deadline - May; Late deadline - June DURATION 16 months WEBSITE https://gsb.nu.edu.kz/programs/full-time-mba/ OVERVIEW
ABOUT. Our MBA program relies on multi-disciplinary faculty, and The starting point for the development of the curriculum offers an unparalleled ability to help you go beyond the is the set of competencies required by future global basics by exposing you to cutting-edge research and top leaders. Such leaders need to understand the business business leaders. risks and opportunities of social, political, cultural and environmental trends. They also have to learn You will also learn to be flexible, to find creative ways to manage production capacity in a world in which of solving problems, to balance short- and longer-term traditional resources are dwindling, and to lead in the considerations, to communicate and engage in effective face of complexity and ambiguity. They also have to dialogue, to negotiate and develop partnerships. Your understand the ethical basis on which business decisions leadership skills will also be developed through project- are being made. They need to be able to identify based learning and other forms of experiential learning, all the stakeholders who have an influence on their enhanced by structured reflection and coaching. organization, and to engage in effective dialogue and build partnerships with these stakeholders. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE ELECTIVES CORE Raising Capital, Supply Chain Management, Emerging Financial Accounting, Statistics, Management & Markets Strategy, International Finance, Strategic Organizations, Economics, Operations Management, Marketing, Negotiations, Managerial Accounting, Pricing, Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Leadership, Corporate Finance, Entrepreneurial Finance Entrepreneurship KEY FACTS
START August PROGRAM INTENSITY This program is intensive requiring full time commitment from you, students are not permitted to hold full-time jobs during the program, and are required to fully commit to the academic and non-academic requirements of the program participation LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
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START August 2020 Mechanical and PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus Aerospace ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
Engineering, MSc TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR
FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. ABOUT PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN MECHANICAL AND (a) Applied Mechanics; VISA AEROSPACE ENGINEERING (b) Energy and Thermofluids; and SHORT OVERVIEW. The MSc in Mechanical & Aerospace (c) Engineering Design, Materials and Manufacturing, GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support Engineering provides a comprehensive technologic and in perfect alignment with today´s technological scientific preparation for engineers in 3 (three) key areas challenges. of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering: WORK APPLICATION DEADLINE May WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study DURATION 2 years period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week. WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/master-of-science-in- mechanical-and-aerospace-engineering/ WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistants positions are available WORK AFTER By delivering an MSc at an international standard level, we are offering our master’s GRADUATION students future opportunities in terms of PhD and positions in research centers, OVERVIEW locally or abroad.
ABOUT. MSC in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MSc- Master’s Degrees. The program is focusing on research MAE) Students are required to complete 120 ECTS and has been designed to provide advanced skills and credits, in 4 semesters, which satisfies requirements a detailed knowledge base at the graduate level for stipulated by the Bologna Process and the European individuals working in academia, industry, or research Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) for settings throughout the world.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE MSc MAE program runs over 4 semesters (2 years) where disciplinary norms and finally, defend your thesis work. you are required to complete 120 ECTS credits. A master A set of mandatory core courses guarantees competence thesis begins in the 3rd semester (1st semester of the 2nd in advanced mathematics, the three key areas of the year) and completes in the final semester of the Master’s program (Applied Mechanics, Energy and Thermofluids, course where you will be asked to demonstrate your and Engineering Design, Materials and Manufacturing), familiarity with the current literature in the field; defend classic and novel research methods and effective oral and your thesis proposal; analyze and evaluate results; written communication in the science and technology support your findings in a scholarly manner according to domain. SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
1. Statistics; 13. Space Structures Design; 2. Advanced Applied Mathematics 14. Advanced Conduction and Radiation applied to 3. Numerical Techniques for Engineers Mechanical Engineering; 4. Advanced Statistics and Probability; 15. Aerospace Propulsion; Mechanical 5. Modern Control Engineering; 16. Building Energy Analysis; 6. Flight Dynamics Principles; 17. Computational Fluid-Structure Interaction: Methods, 7. Fatigue Fracture Mechanics; Models and Applications; 8. Biomechanics; 18. Renewable Energy; 9. Advanced Engineering Design and Manufacturing ; 19. Advanced Manufacturing Processes & Strategies; 10. Design and Manufacturing with Environmental 20. Wind Energy Engineering; Concern; 21. Experimental Methods in Fluid Mechanics; Engineering, PhD 11. Design Optimization; 22. Advanced CFD and Heat Transfer in Mechanical 12. Advanced Computer Aided Engineering; Engineering; 23. Digital Transformation Concepts. ABOUT KEY FACTS PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING START August 2020 SHORT OVERVIEW. The PhD program in Mechanical Engineering, fully taught in English, is designed to provide advanced skills and a sophisticated knowledge base at the expert level for individuals planning a career in academic, PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time industry and research settings in any of the sub fields of the mechanical engineering discipline. LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/phd-program/phd-in-mechanical-engineering/ ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 OVERVIEW
ABOUT. TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS Mechanical engineers are the general practitioners of focus on priority areas for Kazakhstan, such as: energy the engineering profession and they are involved in engineering, biomedical engineering, advanced design, FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. essentially every engineering application. Mechanical manufacturing and control, advanced transportation and engineers play key roles in a wide range of industries sustainable engineering. These areas are also aligned including automotive, aerospace, biotechnology, with well-known international research priorities, such computers, electronics, microelectromechanical as: Leadership in Enabling and Industrial Technologies systems, energy conversion, robotics and automation, (Information and Communication Technologies; VISA and manufacturing . Like other engineers, mechanical Nanotechnologies; Advanced Materials; Advanced engineers use computers extensively. Mechanical Manufacturing and Processing); Environment, Future GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support engineers are routinely responsible for the integration and Emerging Technologies; Health, demographic of sensors, controllers, and machinery. Computer change and well-being (Improving diagnosis; Innovative technology helps mechanical engineers create and treatments and technologies; Integrated, sustainable, analyze designs, run simulations and test how a machine citizen-centered care). By the completion of the PhD is likely to work, interact with connected systems, and program, students will be capable of designing and WORK generate specifications for parts. The program focuses conducting independent, innovative, original and on the development of an in-depth understanding high-quality research related to a variety of topics in WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study of the nature, implementation and evaluation of mechanical engineering. period with a current student visa mechanical engineering principles and applications The PhD program has been designed in line with the together with the growth of research skills. The current revised Graduate Programs Framework of Nazarbayev WORK WHILE STUDYING Teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus areas of research interest for the PhD in Mechanical University (2019). Engineering encompass a wide spectrum, with specific WORK AFTER The diversity within the Mechanical engineering curriculum provides graduates with a GRADUATION breadth of career opportunities including sales, marketing, management and design. • Drafters; OUTLINE • Materials Engineering; • Mechanical Engineering Technicians; PROGRAM STRUCTURE - Thesis Research • Petroleum Engineers; The 1st year of the program consists of compulsory core - Research Methods & Ethics* • Natural Sciences Managers; and elective courses. The focus of the 2nd, 3rd, 4th - Current Research Literature • Nuclear Engineers; years is Thesis Research work. - 6 Elective Courses out of 23: • Physicists and Astronomers. SCHOOL OF MINING AND GEOSCHIENCES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Mining FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR Engineering, MSc FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. VISA ABOUT GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
PROGRAM TITLE. M.SC. IN MINING ENGINEERING
APPLICATION DEADLINE May WORK DURATION 2 years WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study WEBSITE https://smg.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/graduate-programs.html period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week.
WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistant positions are available OVERVIEW WORK AFTER MINING AND TUNNELING: Geotechnical Engineering, Project and Contracts GRADUATION Manager, Drill and Blast Operator, Ventilation, Civil Constructions such as Dams, ABOUT. The Master of Science (MSc) in Mining the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System Highway, Building Foundation Engineering degree is a specialized graduate program (ECTS) for Master’s Degrees. The program is designed GOVERNMENT: Mines Inspectorate, Leasing, Geological Surveys, Environmental offered by the School of Mining and Geosciences (SMG) to establish advanced skills and a detailed knowledge Monitoring, environmental Monitoring; National Aeronautics and Space Department of Mining Engineering at Nazarbayev base at the graduate level for individuals working in Administration (NASA) and European Space Agency (ESA) University (NU). Students are required to complete academia, industry or research settings in Kazakhstan or CONSULTANT: Project Coordination, Financial Analysis, Equipment Optimization, 120 ECTS credits, in 4 semesters, which satisfies the throughout the world. Explosives Applications requirements stipulated by the Bologna Process and BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: Project Management, Environmental Consultant, Marketing ACADEMIA: University Teaching, Research, Recognition and Consulting
OUTLINE Further to this, graduates are expected to fill positions in national and/or international firms that require expertise in aeronautical & aerospace engineering, applied PROGRAM STRUCTURE mechanics, engineering design, energy applications, and advanced materials and The program consists of course work as well as research of skills in problem solving, teamwork and effective manufacturing techniques. components. The first year of the degree covers the communication. The distinctive feature of the program advanced level of knowledge in mining engineering and as compared to similar programs in Kazakhstan is the prepares the student to conduct research in the second overall structure of the course content which covers a year of their studies. In the second year, students are broader spectrum of the Mining Engineering field with expected to develop and practice research within the a stronger research emphasis, rather than being area- area of the mining engineering discipline. Furthermore, specific. the program will also give students a wide variety KEY FACTS
START August PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time
LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus SCHOOL OF MINING AND GEOSCHIENCES PROGRAMS
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START August Mining PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English Engineering, PhD DELIVERY MODE On campus ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 ABOUT
PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN MINING ENGINEERING TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
APPLICATION DEADLINE June FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://smg.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/phd-programs.html VISA
OVERVIEW GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
ABOUT. The PhD program in Mining Engineering is The overarching aim of the program is to develop high designed to provide advanced skills and a sophisticated quality doctoral researchers who are ready and able knowledge base at the expert level for individuals to make a lasting contribution to addressing scientific, planning a career in academic, industry and research technological, economic, societal and environmental settings in any of the subfields of the Mining Engineering challenges of global significance. Upon completion of WORK discipline. The program focuses on the development of the PhD program, students will be capable of designing WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study an in-depth understanding of the nature, implementation and conducting independent, innovative, original and period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the and evaluation of mining engineering principles and high-quality research related to a variety of topics in students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week. applications together with the growth of research skills. mining engineering. WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistant positions are available WORK AFTER INDUSTRY: Geotechnical Engineer, Project and Contracts Manager, Excavation GRADUATION Engineer, Mechanized Excavation, Drill and Blast, Ventilation, Mining and Civil Constructions such as Dams, Highway, Mine Access and Transportation OUTLINE GOVERNMENT: Mines Inspectorate, Research Developer, Leasing, Geological Surveys, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Monitoring; National Aeronautics and PROGRAM STRUCTURE Space Administration (NASA) and European Space Agency (ESA) The PhD program includes core courses and a set of to support the development of postgraduate research CONSULTANT: Project Coordination, Financial Analysis, Equipment Optimization, disciplinary or interdisciplinary elective courses. The core students, to extend and test their knowledge in their Mining and Geotechnical Applications courses are Research Methods and Ethics, Statistics, research discipline. The program encourages the student BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: National and International Consultant, Marketing Advanced Mine Geomechanics, Current Research mobility for a period of one or two semesters in a host ACADEMIA: Teaching, Research, Recognition and Consulting Literature, Advanced Mining Systems and Thesis university abroad in order to provide the students with Research, Doctoral Thesis. The rest first year courses international experience. offered are electives to allow PhD students tune their *The research visit must be fully justified and approved coursework to their sub-disciplines. Elective courses by the PhD Program Committee managing the PhD Program and must count with source of funding. SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE Year 1 Semester 1 (ECTS 30) Year 2 Semester 1 (ECTS 30) Molecular Molecular Basis of Infection (ECTS 6) Molecular Basis of Neurological Disorders (ECTS 6) Molecular Pathology of Cancer (ECTS 6) Bioethics in Research, Principles and Practice (ECTS 6) Molecular Basis of Genetic Disease (ECTS 6) Recombinant Drugs (ECTS 6) Inferential Biostatistics (ECTS 6) Electives (ECTS 12) Entrepreneurship (ECTS 4) Biocomputing (ECTS 2) Year 2 Semester 2 (ECTS 30) Experimental Research Project and Thesis (ECTS 30) Medicine, MMM Year 1 Semester 2 (ECTS 30) From the Bench to the Bedside: Drug Development and Clinical Trials (ECTS 6) Natural Medicine (ECTS 6) Critical Analysis of the Contemporary Concepts in Molecular Medicine (ECTS 6) ABOUT Research Methods in Molecular Biomedicine (ECTS 6) Molecular Immunology (ECTS 4) PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER OF MOLECULAR MEDICINE (MMM) PROGRAM Molecular Basis of Chronic Inflammation (ECTS 2) SHORT OVERVIEW. Currently, there is no other MMM program available in Kazakhstan making this Nazarbayev University School of Medicine (NUSOM) initiative unique. The two-year MMM degree offered at NUSOM is based on the highest international standards. The School of Medicine START August LANGUAGES KEY FACTS English provides highly-qualified international faculty. PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years Full-time DELIVERY MODE On campus APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years ADMISSIONS WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/master-of-molecular-medicine-program/ FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
OVERVIEW TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS THE AIMS OF THE MMM PROGRAM ARE: ON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM, To transfer competence and knowledge in the rapidly GRADUATES WILL BE ABLE TO: TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR advancing field of molecular medicine; 1) Demonstrate, in both oral and written form, specialized FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. To find innovative ways of preventing, treating and knowledge of core subjects in the Molecular Medicine diagnosing diseases; program. To provide students with specialized research skills that 2) Apply intellectual critical thinking and problem solving enable them to translate laboratory discoveries into and analytical skills to research in molecular medicine. VISA medical treatments; 3) Perform technical scientific experiments with To attain marketable skills in biomedicine; precision and accuracy. GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support To form a brand new generation of professionals capable 4) Exhibit written and oral communication skills that of contributing to the technological innovation and enable the clear dissemination of complex scientific growth of Kazakhstan. information. WORK MMM Program Learning Outcomes 5) Carry out research and scientific responsibilities in The MMM at NUSOM is a two year full-time program accordance with ethical and professional standards. designed to give students knowledge and skills at 6) Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to translate WORK AFTER Students who complete this program will be eligible to undertake a PhD either in the forefront of molecular medicine as well as a solid laboratory findings into medical treatments. GRADUATION Kazakhstan or abroad or work in industry, diagnostic services or pursue a career in foundation for a career in biomedical research. Taught academic medicine. The program will also be suitable for clinicians interested in a courses cover, but are not limited to, the molecular clinical academic career. basis of infection, immunology & inflammation, cancer, neurological disorders, genetic disease, therapeutics, research bioethics, medical bioinformatics, biostatistics and entrepreneurship/industrial partnerships. ‘State of the art’ research facilities will enable students to engage in cutting edge research on important biomedical issues relevant to human health and disease. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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START September Multilingual PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time duration. 2 years LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus Education, MA ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
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PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER OF ARTS IN MULTILINGUAL EDUCATION TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS SHORT OVERVIEW. The M.A. in Multilingual Education covers theories, policies and practices of multilingual education, and is closely linked to trilingual education. This program focuses on the development of teaching, TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2502 USD PER YEAR curriculum development, assessment, policy analysis, and research skills in the areas of educational language policy * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied in general, and language teaching in particular. It is a full-time two-year program. FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years WEBSITE https://gse.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/refresher-courses.html
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The M.A. in Multilingual Education program enables administration students to develop global, international, and critical - Government: Ministry of Education and Science, skills to be utilized as human capital for ensuring education departments, policy-making, analytic centers, the development of future generations to meet the think-tanks challenges of a rapidly changing world. Leaders, policy - NGOs and international organizations: UNICEF, makers, teacher trainers, and administrators develop in- UNDP depth understanding of the nature, implementation and evaluation of education in a globalized, multilingual, and international context.
Possible career destinations: - Education: Universities, institutes and schools and affiliated institutions: teaching, research and/or
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE СORE COURSES: ELECTIVE COURSES: Research Methods, Introduction to Linguistics, Language and Literacy Development, Principles and Educational Context and Reform in Kazakhstan, Methods of Language Education in Multilingual Contexts, Foundations of Multilingual Education, The Multilingual The Plurilingual Individual, Globalization and Language School, Multilingual Curriculum Development and Education, Language Planning and Policy, Critical Issues Assessment, Perspectives on Inclusion and Special in Multilingual Education in Kazakhstan, Leadership in Education, Thesis Research, Advanced English for Multilingual Education, Language Policy and Education Education Professionals, English for Thesis Writing, Reform across Contexts Kazakh Language for Educators SCHOOL OF MINING AND GEOSCIENCES PROGRAMS
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TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR Petroleum FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. VISA Engineering, MSc GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
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WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the ABOUT students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week.
PROGRAM TITLE. M.SC. IN PETROLEUM ENGINEERING WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistant positions are available
APPLICATION DEADLINE May WORK AFTER • National and international oil and gas companies GRADUATION • Midstream companies (oil and gas transportation, pipelines design and DURATION 2 years management) WEBSITE https://smg.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/graduate-programs.html • Geothermal energy companies • Research and development sectors in Energy • Academia as a teaching/ research faculty • Governmental sectors and private companies as consultant OVERVIEW • Oil/gas and energy startups
ABOUT. The Petroleum Engineering postgraduate aims to train engineering professionals who can design, program at Nazarbayev University is a two-year, full- operate and manage petroleum operations as well time MSc degree program designed to provide students as develop research skills and knowledge to provide with a scientific background in hydrocarbon exploration, support to the oil & gas industry to have sound, reservoir management, productions, and skills in the safe, and sustainable petroleum operations. practical aspects of petroleum engineering. This program OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Different courses in reservoir engineering, drilling engineering, production engineering, and petrophysics will be offered in the first year. In the second year the focus will be on the research and completion of thesis. Different capabilities such as literature review, proposal preparation, presenting seminars, and writing thesis will be also improved in students to provide high quality research.
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START August PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time
LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus
ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 SCHOOL OF MINING AND GEOSCIENCES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS Petroleum FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 Engineering, PhD TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
ABOUT VISA GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
APPLICATION DEADLINE June DURATION 4 years WORK WEBSITE https://smg.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/phd-programs.html WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa. At summer semester while no classes are held the students are allowed to work 40 hrs/week.
OVERVIEW WORK WHILE STUDYING Research assistant positions are available
ABOUT. The PhD program in Petroleum Engineering in By the completion of the program, students will be WORK AFTER • National and international oil and gas companies GRADUATION the School of Mining and Geosciences is designed to capable of designing and conducting independent, • Midstream companies (oil and gas transportation, pipelines design and management) provide advanced skills and a sophisticated knowledge innovative and high-quality research related to a variety • Geothermal energy companies base at the expert level for individuals planning a career of topics in Petroleum Engineering. In addition, program • Research and development sectors in Energy in academic, industry and research settings in Petroleum graduates will be prepared for working in industrial and • Academia as a teaching/ research faculty Engineering. The program focuses on the enhancement academic environments including positions of university • Governmental sectors and private companies as consultant of Petroleum Engineering knowledge by advanced faculty members, senior researchers, engineers and • Oil/gas and energy startups courses and development of research skills at high level. product developers. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE The PhD program includes core courses and a set of disciplinary or interdisciplinary elective courses. Students would be expected to spend the first 18 months building their knowledge background in their field of study by passing these courses and defending their subject and research comprehensive examinations. Upon a successful outcome, in the next 30-36 months, all PhD candidates would be expected to conduct research and defend their thesis. The program encourages the student mobility for a period of 1 or 2 semesters in a host university abroad in order to provide the students with international experience. *The research visit must be fully justified and approved by the PhD Program Committee managing the PhD Program and must count with source of funding.
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START August PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time
LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
Year 1 (Spring) Biostatistics and Critical Appraisal Organ system and Common Diseases Current Topics in Pharmacology and Toxicology Cellular Communication Introduction to Research Project Elective* Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology Year 2 (Spring) Pharmacology and Systemic Pharmacology I Research Project & Thesis Drug Discovery and Development I (Preclinical) Year 2 (Fall)
KEY FACTS START August Toxicology, MPTox PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English ABOUT DELIVERY MODE On campus PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER OF PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY ADMISSIONS SHORT OVERVIEW. The Master of Pharmacology and Toxicology is aimed to teach students different aspects of molecular, cellular and systemic Pharmacology and Toxicology. Students will gain advanced knowledge of the FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 effects of drugs, poisons, chemicals and environmental toxins on human health. The Master of Pharmacology and Toxicology is a four-semester program (2 years) with 120 ECTS credits. TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/master-of-pharmacology-and-toxicology-program/#main * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. OVERVIEW The Master of Pharmacology and Toxicology Program Program Learning Outcomes VISA is based on international standards and designed for On successful completion of the program, graduates will GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support physicians, nurses, and other healthcare practitioners, be able to: as well as graduates of biosciences related fields. Analyze the principles of pharmacology and toxicology Graduates from other streams will be assessed on a as well as the mechanism of action and use of commonly case-by-case basis. The program will enable students used drugs. Apply relevant knowledge of pharmacology WORK to gain broad exposure to a wide range of basic and toxicology including drug toxicity and drug-drug pharmacology and toxicology research as well as the interaction in research and practice. Apply critical WORK PERMITS N/A application of principles of pharmacology in clinical thinking and analytical skills to research problems research to connect the gap between basic and clinical in pharmacology and toxicology. Communicate and WORK WHILE STUDYING The program is an intensive full time program and is not compatible with any work (part- time or full time) pharmacology. Also, they will be trained on different disseminate of complex scientific information. Perform aspects of toxicology in the preclinical stage such as scientific research in full accordance with ethical and WORK AFTER Graduates of the Program will have strong scientific knowledge and can pursue further improved drug discovery and development, and at the professional standards. GRADUATION study onto a PhD or explore a variety of exciting career opportunities including: • Clinical trials associate clinical stage including monitoring and identifying drug- • Research Scientist (Pharmacologist or Toxicologist) drug interactions and pharmacovigilance. • Patent attorney • Regulatory affairs officer • Medical sales representative • Scientific writer OUTLINE Professional recognition Graduates of the Program will be eligible to apply to join many international Pharmacology Students will be offered a mix of coursework and toxicology. or Toxicology societies such as: research components that will be supported by one of Year 1 (Fall) • British Pharmacological Society (BPS) our leading academic researchers. The first year of the Organ system and Common Diseases • American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET) program will enable students to gain broad exposure to Cellular Communication • Australasian Society of Clinical and Experimental Pharmacologists and Toxicologists (ASCEPT) a wide range of basic pharmacology and toxicology. The Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology second year of the program will focus on research as Systemic Pharmacology I well as the application of principles of pharmacology and Drug Discovery and Development I(Preclinical) SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
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START August Physics, MSc PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years Full-Time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus
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PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN PHYSICS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 SHORT OVERVIEW. The two year 120 ECTS MSc Program in Physics is designed to train students as competent physicists who would continue either with their Ph.D. studies for future academic appointments or turn to professional careers in industry within research and development companies, or in public sector.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS DURATION 2 years Full-Time TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/master-of-science-in-physics/ FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
OVERVIEW VISA A career in physics is exciting because physicists are The students will gain profound systematic knowledge trained to be natural problem solvers and creative in physics and develop the ability to identify and GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support thinkers. Economy is undergoing a transformation that use theoretical knowledge in the context of real-life reflects worldwide trends – the know-hows and technical phenomena and engineering applications in technology innovations become the most important asset. In order innovation and entrepreneurship. The graduates are to develop the necessary underlying technologies to expected to acquire advanced analytical, mathematical, WORK support this transformation, highly skilled physicists and computational and experimental skills corresponding engineers are required. to the subjects of their Master projects. Students are WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study expected to become exposed to the international period with a current student visa. If you like the freedom of active discovery, the power research environment. WORK WHILE STUDYING teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus with the 0.25 work rate of invention, the language of mathematics, and a good- WORK AFTER Graduates of the program will have advanced research skills that will enable them to sized paycheck, then physics is a great career choice. GRADUATION make significant ongoing contributions in technologically diverse environments, both in Kazakhstan and abroad. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Year 1 Year 2 Fall Fall Classical Mechanics (PHYS 505) Physics Elective 2 Classical Electrodynamics (PHYS 515) Physics Elective 3 Physics Elective 1 Physics Elective 4 Teaching and Learning (SST 501) Laboratory Practicum (SST 503) Research Methods (PHYS 591) Thesis Proposal (PHYS 691) Spring Spring Quantum Mechanics (PHYS 510) Statistical Physics (PHYS 520) Thesis PHYS 692 Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SST 504) Teaching Practicum (SST 502) Research Seminar (PHYS 592) SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
PHYS 700 Thesis Research Summer PHYS 700 Thesis Research Physics, PhD Year 4 Fall PHYS 700 Thesis Research Spring PHYS 800 Doctoral Thesis Summer ABOUT PHYS 800 Doctoral Thesis (*) Course may be waived for NU graduates and replaced by a L-9 course (core or elective) selected by the approval PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN PHYSICS of the department chair. SHORT OVERVIEW. The PhD program in Physics in the School of Sciences and Humanities (SSH) at Nazarbayev (**) All participating schools and departments with Level 800 courses University (NU) is designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge base at an expert level for individuals planning a career in academia, industry and research settings in Kazakhstan and abroad. The program focuses on the enhancement of knowledge by advanced courses and development of research skills at a high level.
APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 KEY FACTS ADMISSIONS DURATION 4 years START August FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/phd-in-physics/ PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-Time
LANGUAGES English OVERVIEW DELIVERY MODE On campus
The PhD program in Physics especially focuses on 4 years, which is in line with the Regulatory Framework priority areas for Kazakhstan, serving as a foundation for Graduate Programs and Courses of Nazarbayev for future high-tech industries and knowledge-based University (2019). TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS economy. By the completion of the PhD program, The program consists of comprehensive course work and students will be capable of designing and conducting research activity. The courses are designed to enable FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. independent, innovative, original and high quality students to acquire highly advanced and cutting-edge research on a variety of topics in Physics as well as knowledge in Physics. After passing a comprehensive interdisciplinary topics. In addition, program graduates exam and PhD proposal defense, students are required will be prepared for working in industrial and academic to develop and practice novel research within the area environments including positions of university faculty of Physics or an interdisciplinary field related to Physics. VISA members, senior researchers, high-tech entrepreneurs, Research components of the program and dissertation engineers, product developers and science & technology defense will be passed by each student to complete the GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support policy makers. program and graduate. Students are required to complete 240 ECTS credits, in
OUTLINE WORK WORK PERMITS All PhD students are eligible for RA (Research Assistantship) support from faculty PROGRAM STRUCTURE research grants or may participate in the Graduate Assistant program as a GTA Year 1 PHYS 700 Thesis Research (Graduate Teaching Assistantship), GAA (Graduate Administrative Assistantship) or GSRA (Graduate Summer Research Assistantship) which offer additional learning Fall Year 2 opportunities and require up to 10h/week(5 h/week for GSRA)of NU mission-related DENG-782 Research Methods & Ethics* Fall responsibilities. PHYS 705 Classical Mechanics PHYS 700 Thesis Research WORK WHILE STUDYING Might be possible to work as teaching assistant or research assistant on campus with PHYS-700 Thesis Research Spring the 0.25 work rate L-9 Graduate Elective Course 1 PHYS 700 Thesis Research L-9 Graduate Elective Course 2 Summer WORK AFTER Possible career destinations: Spring PHYS 700 Thesis Research GRADUATION Local and international universities and research centers; PHYS-701 Current Research Literature Local and international companies with active research and development programs; PHYS-710 Quantum Mechanics** Year 3 New companies and start-ups; L-9 Graduate Elective Course 3** Fall Local and international non-educational institutions. L-9 Graduate Elective Course 4** PHYS 700 Thesis Research Summer Spring SCHOOL OF SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES PROGRAMS
Summer Elective (8) PLS 597 (12) Research for Thesis PLS 598 (12) MA Thesis I Spring Year 2 Elective (8) Political Science and Fall PLS 599 (20) MA Thesis II Elective (8) KEY FACTS
START August International PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years Full-Time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus Relations, MA ADMISSIONS FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
ABOUT TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2500 USD PER YEAR PROGRAM TITLE. MA IN POLITICAL SCIENCE AND wide array of courses is offered by an internationally INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS recognized faculty drawn from North America and FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. SHORT OVERVIEW Launched in the Fall 2014, MAPSIR is Europe. The program was developed in consultation with the first graduate level political science and international the Political Science Department of the University of relations program taught in English in Kazakhstan. A Wisconsin-Madison (USA). VISA APPLICATION DEADLINE May GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support DURATION 2 years WEBSITE https://ssh.nu.edu.kz/master-of-arts-in-political-science-and-international-relations/
WORK OVERVIEW WORK PERMITS Research Assistant or Teaching Assistant positions are available WORK AFTER National and local government The first English-language graduate level political science (USA), ranked 15th nationally. GRADUATION Academia and international relations program in Kazakhstan Advanced academic training for careers in government, International organizations 2-year funded all-English MA program with the international organizations, academia, or other fields possibility for study abroad. related to governance and policy. Taught by internationally-recognized faculty drawn from Campus with modern facilities, labs, library, sports center, North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, with PhDs from housing based on need. North American or European universities Merit-based scholarships and discounts for international Advised and actively supported by the Political Science students. Department of the University of Wisconsin-Madison
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE Spring Year 1 PLS 511 (8) Advanced Research II Fall PLS 520, 522, or 526 (8) Core Seminar in Political Theory PLS 540 (8) Core Seminar in Comparative Politics Elective (8) PLS 550 (8) Core Seminar in International Relations PLS 596 (4) Thesis Preparation PLS 510 (8) Advanced Research I GRADUATE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAMS
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE SUMMER TERM: Public 18 months (92 ECTS) Accountability course, Financial and Performance Management YEAR 1 Masters Project proposal Public Administration in Theory and Practice Singapore Component Economic Applications for Public Managers Research Methods for Decision Making YEAR 2 Strategic Management and Leadership Elective III Administration, MPA Elective I Elective IV Elective II Elective V Masters Project presentation and submission KEY FACTS
ABOUT START August MPA is an 18-month part-time program, and its modules are taught in the evenings PROGRAM INTENSITY PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER IN PUBLIC as business models applied to the public sectors of the during the week and on the Saturdays. The curriculum is developed in such a way ADMINISTRATION developed countries. that the number of hours and ECTS corresponds to a regular full-time master level program. SHORT OVERVIEW The MPA degree will equip public Studying in the MPA program will provide students managers with knowledge and skills to be able to meet with an invaluable opportunity to benefit from joining a LANGUAGES English the dynamic challenges of the public sector in the network of practitioners from diverse backgrounds from DELIVERY MODE On campus fields of strategic management and leadership, financial the business, public and non-profit sectors, and obtain management, public service modernization, and human mutual support by sharing ideas and experience. resource management. In addition, it will improve students’ understanding of the global dimensions in ADMISSIONS public administration and governance reforms, as well FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 1.5 years part time WEBSITE https://gspp.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/master-programs/master-in-public- TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS administration/ TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 4140 USD PER YEAR OVERVIEW * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. ABOUT The Master in Public Administration (MPA) is GSPP also give an opportunity to participate (on a program which is designed for professionals seeking competitive basis) in student exchange - a full rigorous education and training in public administration. semester at the National University of Singapore, It will give students a strong foundation in policy Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, KDI School of VISA formulation, analysis and implementation as well as Public Policy and Management or School of Public in policy and program evaluation. GSPP expects its Administration and Policy at Renmin University. GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support graduates to serve in a wide range of middle to senior- GSPP Masters programs are fully accredited by the level positions in public and private sectors as well as European Association for Public Administration international and non-profit organizations. Accreditation (EAPAA). WORK Program is taught in English in strategic partnership with the National University of Singapore’s Lee Kuan WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work depending on visa type and course Yew School of Public Policy. Innovative teaching schedule methods and curricula. GSPP faculty members are top professors from WORK WHILE STUDYING On campus. MPA is an 18-month part-time program, and its modules are taught in the Singapore, UK, USA, Pakistan, Greece, Canada, evenings during the week and on the Saturdays. Kazakhstan, Turkey, and India. WORK AFTER Public sector - in government, civil service, international organizations, social research GSPP Masters students have the opportunity to GRADUATION and non-profit organizations as policy analysts, policy innovators; staff members for study 2-3 weeks in Singapore within the Singapore political leaders. Private sector - in education administration, HR and public affairs, component. government relations consultancy. Advanced research – PhD in Public Policy or other PhDs SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
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Public Health, MPH TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
ABOUT VISA GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH (MPH) PROGRAM SHORT OVERVIEW. The two-year Master of Public Health (MPH) degree offered in the Nazarbayev University School of Medicine is based on the highest international standards. As an offering of the School of Medicine, we provide additional highly-qualified faculty, and teaching and research resources not found in MPH programs outside of WORK medical schools. WORK PERMITS n/а APPLICATION DEADLINE May WORK WHILE STUDYING n/a DURATION 2 years WORK AFTER Health-related positions in the United Nations (WHO, UNICEF, UNDP, UNAIDS and WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/admissions/md-program-medical-students/ GRADUATION others) and unilateral international agencies (USAID) almost always require or prefer candidates with MPH degrees. There is a growing need for MPH trained personnel as administrators, researchers and assessment specialists in hospitals and other health institutions. In the private sector pharmaceutical, health insurance and biotechnology OVERVIEW companies are hiring public health professionals. Sometimes MPH graduates start their own businesses. The Master of Public Health program provides graduates biostatistics, health systems and facilities research, and with skillsets and competencies based on the latest health policy development. The competencies acquired international standards that are required for careers from this program are sought by a broad variety of in health administration and management, health employers both in public and private sectors nationally education and health promotion, epidemiological and internationally. health and disease research, health behavioral research, OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Principles of Public Health Problem Solving, Principles Health Economics and Health Policy I, Master’s of Analytical Epidemiology, Inferential Biostatistics, Project Planning, Health Services Management, Health Emerging Infectious Diseases, Qualitative Research Economics and Health Policy II, Methods in Public Health, Methods, Biostatistical Modeling and Sampling Schemes, Health Education and Health Promotion, Graduate Advanced Analytical Epidemiology, Social and Behavioral Research Seminar, Master’s Project Implementation, Sciences in Public Health, Problem Investigations in Elective. Environmental Health, Health Services Management, KEY FACTS
START August PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years Full-time
LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On campus.
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FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 GRADUATE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAMS
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START August Public Policy, mpp PROGRAM INTENSITY Full - time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE 2 years full-time
ABOUT ADMISSIONS PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER IN PUBLIC POLICY FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 SHORT OVERVIEW. The MPP program gives students a strong foundation in policy formulation and analysis, program evaluation, and management. The aim of the MPP degree program is to provide students with the administrative and analytical competence, as well as leadership skills and theoretical background, to drive change at local level and internationally. TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 5004 USD PER YEAR APPLICATION DEADLINE May * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied DURATION 2 years full-time FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. WEBSITE https://gspp.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/master-programs/master-in-public-policy/
OVERVIEW VISA GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support ABOUT Master in Public Policy (MPP) program launched GSPP also give an opportunity to participate (on in 2013 is designed to bring up highly skilled professional competitive basis) in student exchange - a full policy-makers and analysts in the public, private or non- semester at the National University of Singapore, profit sectors. Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, KDI School of
Programs are taught in English with strategic partner Public Policy and Management or School of Public WORK – Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in Singapore Administration and Policy at Renmin University. WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work depending on visa type and course schedule Innovative teaching methods and curricula GSPP Masters programs are fully accredited by the GSPP faculty are top professors from Singapore, UK, European Association for Public Administration WORK WHILE STUDYING Only work on campus and opportunities research projects are provided USA, Pakistan, Greece, Canada, Kazakhstan, Turkey, Accreditation (EAPAA) WORK AFTER Public sector - in government, civil service, international organizations, social research and India GRADUATION and non-profit organizations as policy analysts, policy innovators; staff members for GSPP students have the opportunity to study 2-3 political leaders weeks in Singapore in Master programs Private sector - in education administration, HR and public affairs, government relations consultancy Advanced research – PhD in Public Policy or other PhDs OUTLINE Semester 2 PROGRAM STRUCTURE Macroeconomics & public policy Master in public policy program structure - 2 years (128 Public management and leadership ects) Policy research design and methodology Semester 1 Elective i Microeconomics and public policy Policy analysis exercise proposal Statistical techniques for public policy Singapore component Introduction to public policy and analysis Semester 3: Public policy research and evaluation Politics and public policy Elective ii Elective iii Elective iv GRADUATE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAMS
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START August Public Policy, PhD PROGRAM INTENSITY 10 core courses, 2 electives, a thesis proposal and PhD qualifying examination taken the first two years, followed by the thesis preparation and written submission in years LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE 2 years full-time & thesis preparation and submission in years 3 & 4
ABOUT ADMISSIONS PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN PUBLIC POLICY FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 SHORT OVERVIEW. There are at least three distinctive features of the PhD program. First, it is designed to be a high quality award comparable to those offered in top public policy schools in Asia, North America and the UK. Second, highly qualified, research active, faculty with a breadth of local and international experience will deliver the program and supervise students. The teaching and supervision will therefore be research-led. Third, our strategic partnership with Lee Kuan Yew offers extensive potentially global networking opportunities for our PhD students. TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://gspp.nu.edu.kz/en/programs/phd/phd-in-public-policy/ VISA OVERVIEW GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
ABOUT. Starting from 2017 GSPP launched its first To strengthen the research base of decision making in doctorate level degree – PhD in Public Policy (a 4-year the public sector in Kazakhstan through the supply of program). highly trained researchers. WORK THE AIMS OF THE PHD PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAM To add to existing scholarship on public policy in Central ARE: Asia through peer-reviewed publications emanating from WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work depending on visa type and course schedule To provide a doctoral program of international standing the work of PhD students/graduates. WORK WHILE STUDYING Opportunities for research projects which will attract high calibre candidates who will make To raise the profile of GSPP as a School well-known for a contribution to applied public policy. its research and scholarship. WORK AFTER Public sector - in government, civil service, international organizations, social research To contribute to the economic and social welfare of The program structure comprises: 10 core courses, GRADUATION and non-profit organizations as policy analysts, policy innovators; staff members for Kazakhstan through the supply of outstanding doctoral 2 electives, a thesis proposal and PhD qualifying political leaders graduates in public policy with functional expertise in examination taken the first two years, followed by the Private sector - in education administration, HR and public affairs, government relations consultancy these areas. thesis preparation and written submission in years 3 & 4. Academia To build sustainability into the higher education sector The two electives modules will be drawn from an existing in Kazakhstan through the provision of future faculty list of approved courses currently available at Masters trained to international standards of teaching and level in GSPP but with different learning outcomes research. and assessment strategies. The overall 4-year program equates to 240 ECTS. OUTLINE
PROGRAM STRUCTURE YEARS 3 & 4: YEARS 1 & 2: Thesis preparation and writing (70,000 words) 10 core courses and 2 electives PhD Viva Voce examination Thesis design and proposal Research and teaching assistant opportunities PhD qualifying examination Opportunity to spend up to 3 months abroad SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
START August KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English Residency program DELIVERY MODE On campus
ADMISSIONS in Anatomic Pathology FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
ABOUT TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS TUITION FEE $11200 FOR ONE ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAM TITLE. RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN ANATOMIC PATHOLOGY SHORT OVERVIEW. The Residency Program in Anatomic Pathology is a 3-year Program aimed at training medical Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. doctors to become general specialist pathologists with interpretive and diagnostic skills on all pathological tissues FUNDING obtained from all organ systems of the human body.
APPLICATION DEADLINE June VISA DURATION 3 years WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/residency-programs/ GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support
OVERVIEW WORK
The program is developed based on the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) framework WORK PERMITS N/A of the United States of America and its six core competencies and milestones project. Therefore, this Program will provide the residents with the foundation competencies to be ready to practice anatomic pathology in different WORK WHILE STUDYING The Residency programs are full time and intensive and they are not compatible with any work (part-time or full time) clinical settings and at different levels of healthcare settings, or to continue their post-graduate medical training in anatomic pathology sub-specialties (Fellowships in Neuropathology, Nephropathology, etc). Additionally, this WORK AFTER • Anatomic Pathology Sub-Specialty Fellowships Program will offer the residents the opportunity to conduct clinical and translational research, in order to educate GRADUATION • Hospital General Specialist Pathologist and Consultant • Primary Care Pathologist (PCP) physicians that may be interested in pursuing an academic career. • Private Practitioner in Anatomic Pathology (Own private lab) • Academic Faculty of in Pathology OUTLINE
The residency program in anatomic pathology is The curriculum is structured such that the learning designed to produced well-skilled general anatomic activities provide opportunities for the residents to pathologists that can work in any clinical setting ranging acquire the required skills through graded levels of from community settings to tertiary level health care responsibility, continuity in patient care and a balance hospitals or work in academic hospitals. The residents between education and service needs. will acquire these skills through rotations on different benches and procedures including • Surgical Pathology • Cytopathology • Autopsy pathology • Laboratory Management SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
consist of further subspecialties rotations, including clinical training and to concentrate on areas of interest outpatient clinics and longitudinal clinic experiences, as and career-specific experiences) or will be focused on a foundation for family medicine practice. Moreover, the longitudinal experiences that may continue in primary Residents will be encouraged to cultivate and broaden care settings. Residency program their potential research interests, through mentored and In the former case, substantial research and elective time individual quality improvement and NUSOM research will be provided to the Residents, in order to explore projects. their specific skills, to prepare for their future careers and Postgraduate Level (PL) - Year 3 eventually to enter in specific Academic Programs. In the The third year will emphasize supervisory experiences in latter case, also community service opportunities will be the inpatient general and subspecialty general medical available and encouraged, like rotations in either a rural and surgical teams, as well as in primary care centers. practice or an urban community. in Family Medicine In this regard, part of the year will consist of elective rotations (which allow each Resident to shape own
ABOUT KEY FACTS START August PROGRAM TITLE. RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN FAMILY MEDICINE PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time SHORT OVERVIEW. The Family Medicine Residency Program is a three-year full-time program, aimed at training LANGUAGES English family physicians. DELIVERY MODE On campus
APPLICATION DEADLINE June DURATION 3 years ADMISSIONS
WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/residency-programs/ FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 OVERVIEW TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS The aims of the Nazarbayev University School of Medicine’s Family Medicine Residency are to: Train residents to become excellent family physicians who care for the Kazakhstani community, especially the TUITION FEE $11200 FOR ONE ACADEMIC YEAR underserved populations; Provide training in behavioural medicine and family dynamics to foster the physician’s awareness of the importance FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. of the family unit in treating the patient; Provide physicians training experiences in outpatient care effectively and appropriately according to Evidence-based Medicine and updated international standards; Provide residents with basic skills necessary to implement preventive care and to consistently educate patients about VISA health and wellness, supporting health advocacy and patient education in Kazakhstan; GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support Support appropriate training in mental health, women health, palliative medicine, communicable and communicable diseases fostering community health with broader competencies.
OUTLINE WORK WORK PERMITS Postgraduate Level (PL) –Year 1 Postgraduate Level (PL) - Year 2 N/A The “Intern” year (1st year Residents) focuses on the The second year will be devoted to acquire additional WORK WHILE STUDYING The Residency programs are full time and intensive and they are not compatible with any clinical experience with patients affected with acute clinical skills, develop more independence, and gain work (part-time or full time) and chronic illnesses in several inpatient and outpatient more experience in leadership and supervision. WORK AFTER • Public sector: primary care hospitals or primary care practices in urban or rural setting departments and primary care centers, with appropriate Supervisory roles will be provided on inpatient and GRADUATION • Private sector: insurance based family medicine practice supervision from UMC Attending Physicians and/ outpatient services, in both general and subspecialty • Academic appointment: faculty member in NUSOM or other universities as Family or NUSOM Faculty. The residents will pass through a medical and surgical teams. New skill sets will be medicine doctor series of 4-week rotations at inpatient and outpatient developed also in the Medical Centre for Mental Health • Ministry of health: as expert in Primary care • Further education: apply to PhD program in Kazakhstan or abroad departments. Problems (MCMHP), located in Nur-Sultan’s hospitals outside the UMC. The remaining part of the year will SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
broad understanding of general surgical principles and - Thoracic surgery foster appropriate technical and motor skills. - Transplant surgery General surgery residents complete one- to two month - Trauma surgery block rotations in the following areas: - Vascular surgery Residency program - General surgery - Upper GI surgery - Intensive care - Colorectal surgery - Anesthesiology - Endocrine/breast - Outpatient clinic - Endoscopy - Pediatric surgery - Basic gynecology in General Surgery - Surgical oncology - Urology START August KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English ABOUT DELIVERY MODE On campus
PROGRAM TITLE. RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN GENERAL SURGERY SHORT OVERVIEW. The General Surgery residency program is a five-year program encompassing all aspects of general surgery as well as the surgical specialties, designed to provide progressively increasing operative and ADMISSIONS patient care experience and responsibility. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
APPLICATION DEADLINE June DURATION 5 years WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/residency-programs/ TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
TUITION FEE $11200 FOR ONE ACADEMIC YEAR OVERVIEW FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. The general aim of this program is to prepare the opportunity to observe and experience first-hand the resident to independently perform the role of a surgeon complexities of the response of the surgical patient at the advanced level expected of a certified specialist. to disease, trauma, and operative intervention. The VISA This Program will educate General Surgery residents, first three years of training emphasize a breadth of according to the six ACGME (Accreditation Council for experience with four to six week rotations. The final two GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support Graduate Medical Education) core competencies years provide in-depth experience with rotation duration Since the career goals of individual residents may being six to eight weeks. Residents will gain broad differ, it is the goal of our residency to provide a broad experience in operative surgery as they learn to evaluate WORK base of surgical education. All aspects of diagnostic patients requiring all types of procedures including workup, preoperative, intraoperative judgment, surgical endocrine surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and pediatric WORK PERMITS N/A technique, and follow-up care are stressed. The wide surgery, surgical oncology, vascular surgery, advanced variety of clinical problems allows each individual laparoscopic surgery, surgical ICU, and trauma surgery. WORK WHILE STUDYING The Residency programs are full time and intensive and they are not compatible with any work (part-time or full time)
WORK AFTER The needs of patients in Kazakhstan like in many countries are changing. There is a GRADUATION general consensus about the need to transform health systems that were initially created OUTLINE to deal mainly with acute care in hospital to better respond to the growing burden of an ageing population with chronic diseases and multiple co-morbidities by a team of health care providers working in the community in partnership with secondary and tertiary care The primary objective of the NUSOM General Surgery assignments will be carefully structured to ensure that providers. Health professionals need a wide range of skills to perform their work efficiently Residency Training Program is to produce a polyvalent graded levels of responsibility, continuity in patient and these skills requirements are changing at a fast pace because of technology progress general surgeon well versed in all aspects of general care, a balance between education and service, and and new ways of delivering services. Therefore the NUSOM residency programs will surgery, with a good grounding in basic and clinical progressive clinical experiences are achieved for each prepare medical graduates to deliver safe and effective primary, secondary and tertiary research. Our graduates will be able to practice with resident. The 5-year curriculum provides cognitive, care to a high standard within this rapidly changing environment. NUSOM will bring together instruction, research, training and clinical practice within an integrated academic confidence in either the community hospital or as an psychomotor, and affective objectives for general surgery health system and the proposed Residency Program will be aimed at promoting the academic in a university teaching hospital. The clinical training and offers residents opportunities to acquire a development of future healthcare leadership for Kazakhstan. SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
START August KEY FACTS PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English Residency program DELIVERY MODE On campus
ADMISSIONS in Internal Medicine FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS ABOUT TUITION FEE $11200 FOR ONE ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAM TITLE. RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN INTERNAL MEDICINE SHORT OVERVIEW. The NUSOM Internal Medicine Residency is a 3-year program aimed at training medical doctors FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. to become general internist that will be able to work in the hospital setting or as general practitioners in Internal Medicine. VISA
APPLICATION DEADLINE June GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support DURATION 3 years WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/residency-programs/ WORK
OVERVIEW WORK PERMITS N/A WORK WHILE STUDYING The Residency programs are full time and intensive and they are not compatible with any By the end of the Internal Medicine Residency program candidates should be able to achieve the graduation target work (part-time or full time) in the majority of the ACGME Milestones for Internal Medicine, as follows: patient care and procedural skills, medical WORK AFTER • Internal Medicine Specialist at hospital: physician therapist in different hospital settings, knowledge, practice-based learning and improvement, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism and GRADUATION outpatient clinics system-based practice.During the training, residents will rotate through a variety of general internal medicine and • Research and Training hospital: senior scientific employer in the field of internal medicine • Academia: University Teaching, Research, subspecialty inpatient services and outpatient clinics. • Postgraduate education: further fellowship in internal medicine specialties, MPH, MMM and PhD in biomedical or clinical sciences
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Уear 1: 1. General Internal Medicine Year 3: 1. Cardiac-ICU 2. Infectious Diseases-Inpatient 2. Endocrinology-Outpatient 3. Pulmonology 3. Rheumatology-Outpatient 4. ICU 4. Gastroenterology and Hepatology-Outpatient 5. Dermatology 5. General Internal Medicine-Inpatient 6. Radiology 6. Two Electives 7. Accident and Emergency Year 2: 1.Cardiology-Inpatient 2. Tuberculosis-Inpatient+ Outpatient 3. Nephrology-Inpatient 4. Oncology-Inpatient and outpatient 5. Neurology and stroke unit 6. Internal Medicine Outpatient SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
outpatient departments (obstetrics and gynecology, REI, departments (obstetrics and gynecology, antepartum ultrasound/colposcopy): care, oncology): 1. Obstetrics ( NRCMCH) 1. Obstetrics ( NRCMCH) 2. Gynecology (NRCMCH) 2. Gynecology (NRCMCH) Residency program 3. REI (NRCMCH) 3. Antepartum care ( NRCMCH) 4. Ultrasound/Colposcopy (CH2, NRCMCH) 4. Oncology (CH2 and another center which will be Concomitantly, the residents will have their longitudinal defined later) clinical experiences, to be defined through an individual PGY4. The fourth year will be devoted to acquiring plan, taking advantage of both UMC hospitals/centers additional clinical skills, develop more independence, or other affiliated and certified centers. Moreover, the and gain more experience in leadership and supervision. residents will be encouraged to cultivate and broaden Supervisory roles will be provided on inpatient and in Obstetrics their potential research interests, through mentored and outpatient services, in both general and subspecialty individual quality improvement and NUSOM scholarly teams. These clinical skills are developed through a research projects. series of 3 months rotations on inpatient and outpatient PGY3. The third year will be devoted to acquiring departments (obstetrics and gynecology, antepartum additional clinical skills, develop more independence, care, oncology): and gain more experience in leadership and supervision. 1. Obstetrics ( NRCMCH) and Gynecology Supervisory roles will be provided on inpatient and 2. Gynecology (NRCMCH) outpatient services, in both general and subspecialty 3. Antepartum care ( NRCMCH) teams. These clinical skills are developed through a 4. Oncology (CH2 and another center) series of 3 months rotations on inpatient and outpatient ABOUT KEY FACTS ADMISSIONS PROGRAM TITLE. RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 SHORT OVERVIEW. The Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Residency Program is a four-year postgraduate START August program encompassing all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology, designed to provide progressively increasing PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-Time patient care and surgical experience and responsibility. LANGUAGES English
APPLICATION DEADLINE June DELIVERY MODE On Campus DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/residency-programs/ TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS OVERVIEW TUITION FEE $11200 FOR ONE ACADEMIC YEAR The Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program goals are to train superb, inquisitive physicians who are FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. equipped to become leaders in gynecology and obstetrics, and to produce confident OB/GYN specialists who are well rounded in clinical practice and research, and can improve the standards of women’s health in the Republic of VISA Kazakhstan and internationally. The clinical curriculum relies upon the ACGME Program Requirements for Obstetrics and Gynecology Residencies and fulfills the ACGME Competencies and Milestones required for all residencies. GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support OUTLINE WORK PGY1. The “Intern” year (1st year residents) focuses on gynecology): WORK PERMITS N/A the clinical experience with patients affected with acute 1. Obstetrics (NRCMCH) and chronic illnesses and admitted into several inpatient 2. Gynecology (NRCMCH) WORK WHILE STUDYING The Residency programs are full time and intensive and they are not compatible with any departments, with appropriate supervision from UMC 3. Obstetrics (CH2) work (part-time or full time) Attending Physicians, NUSOM Preceptors and Faculty. 4. Gynecology (CH2) WORK AFTER Staffing of the healthcare system is one of the most pressing problems in Kazakhstan. Indeed, all the clinical activities of our 1st-year Program PGY2. The second year will be devoted to acquiring GRADUATION Currently in the country there are over 70 thousand doctors and 175 thousand nurses. will be carried out in 2 (two) hospitals: additional clinical skills, develop more independence, Compared to other countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and - National Research Center for Mother and Child Health and gain more experience in leadership and supervision. Development, staffing in Kazakhstan is higher than in the other countries. However, we are still experiencing a shortage in the most demanded areas - at the primary care level; there (NRCMCH); Supervisory roles will be provided on inpatient and are not enough specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology. - City Hospital #2 (CH2) outpatient services, in both general and subspecialty They can work as Obstetrics and Gynecologist specialists in hospitals (inpatient and The residents will pass through a series of 3-months OB/GYN teams. These clinical skills are developed outpatient departments) at any level of healthcare system, tutors in fellowship courses, rotations on inpatient departments (both obstetrics and through a series of 3 months rotations on inpatient and researchers, reproductologist in IVF departments, etc. SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
subspecialties rotations, including outpatient clinics mentored and individual quality improvement and and longitudinal clinic experiences, as a foundation for NUSOM research projects. general pediatric practice. PL-3 Year These clinical skills are developed through a series of The third year will emphasize supervisory experiences in Residency program 8-week rotations on inpatient departments (both general the inpatient general and subspecialty pediatric teams, and subspecialty pediatric teams): as well as in primary care centers and the Emergency 1. Pediatric Neurology (NRCMCH) Department. In this regard, part of the year will consist 2. Neonatology and Delivery Room (NRCMCH) of elective rotations (which allow each Resident to 3. Pediatric Infectious Disease (extra-UMC hospital to be shape own clinical training and to concentrate on areas agreed) of interest and career-specific experiences) or will be 4. Pediatric Emergencies (extra-UMC hospital to be focused on longitudinal experiences that may continue in in Pediatrics agreed) primary care settings. 5. Pediatric Cardiology (National Research Cardiac In the former case, substantial research and elective time Surgery Center, to be confirmed) will be provided to the Residents, in order to explore 6. Pediatric Oncology (NRCMCH) their specific skills, to prepare for their future careers Concomitantly, the Residents will have their longitudinal and eventually to enter in specific Clinical Fellowship ABOUT clinical experiences, to be defined through an individual Programs. In the latter case, also community service plan, taking advantage of all three UMC hospitals or opportunities could be available and encouraged, PROGRAM TITLE. RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN PEDIATRICS other affiliated and certified centers. like rotations in either a rural practice or an urban SHORT OVERVIEW. The Pediatrics Residency is a 3-year Program aiming to train medical doctors to become Moreover, the Residents will be encouraged to cultivate community. general pediatricians. and broaden their potential research interests, through
APPLICATION DEADLINE June DURATION 3 years KEY FACTS ADMISSIONS WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/residency-programs/
START August FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-Time OVERVIEW LANGUAGES English This Program will educate skilled pediatricians, according to the six ACGME (Accreditation Council for Graduate DELIVERY MODE On Campus Medical Education) core competencies and the related Pediatrics Milestone Project. Therefore, this Program will provide the residents with the foundation competencies to be ready to practice pediatrics in different clinical settings (in hospital and/or as general practitioner) or to continue their post-graduate medical training in pediatric sub-specialties (e.g. Pediatrics Clinical Fellowships). Additionally, this Program will offer the residents also the TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS opportunity to do clinical and translational research, in order to educate physicians that will be able to undertake the academic career. TUITION FEE $11200 FOR ONE ACADEMIC YEAR
OUTLINE FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. PL-1 Year 3. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU, NRCMHC) The “Intern” year (1st year Residents) focuses on the 4. Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU, NRCMHC) VISA clinical experience with patients affected with acute 5. Pediatric Hematology (NRCMHC) and chronic illnesses and admitted into several inpatient 6. Pediatric Neurology, Disabilities and Rehabilitation GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support departments, with appropriate supervision from UMC (NCRC) Attending Physicians and/or NUSOM Faculty. Indeed, PL-2 Year all the clinical activities of our 1st-year Program will be The second year will be devoted to acquire additional WORK carried out in 2 (two) UMC hospitals: clinical skills, develop more independence, and gain more - National Research Center for Mother and Child Health experience in leadership and supervision. WORK PERMITS N/A (NRCMCH); Supervisory roles will be provided on inpatient and - National Children’s Rehabilitation Center (NCRC). outpatient services, in both general and subspecialty WORK WHILE STUDYING The Residency programs are full time and intensive and they are not compatible with any The residents will pass through a series of 8-week pediatric teams. New skill sets will be developed also in work (part-time or full time) rotations on inpatient departments (both general and the Pediatric Emergency Department and in Pediatric WORK AFTER • Pediatrics Clinical Fellow (and, then, Specialist in the related Pediatric Sub-specialty) subspecialty pediatric teams): Infectious Diseases Clinic, located in Nur-Sultan’s GRADUATION • Hospital General Pediatrics Specialist and Consultant 1. General Pediatrics (Somatic Department, NRCMCH) hospitals outside the UMC (to be defined in detail yet). • Family Pediatrician • Private Practitioner in Pediatrics 2. Pediatric Rheumatology (NRCMCH) The remaining part of the year will consist of further • Academic Faculty of Pediatrics SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
ADMISSIONS
FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 Robotics, MSc
TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS
ABOUT TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2700 USD PER YEAR
PROGRAM TITLE. MSC IN ROBOTICS The curriculum was designed with respect to electrical, FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. SHORT OVERVIEW (3-5 SENTENCES). The two year mechanical and artificial intelligence aspects of the 120 ECTS MSc Program in Robotics is designed to modern robotics systems. Graduates will develop an prepare students to work as professional scientists and advanced understanding of the critical issues involved engineers who can excel in academia, public policy, and in the design of robotic systems in a global economy as VISA private business fields in the field of robotics. well as of the emerging proliferation of robotics in the GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support service sector.
APPLICATION DEADLINE May DURATION 2 years WORK WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/graduate-programs/msc-in-robotics/ WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study period with a current student visa. OVERVIEW WORK WHILE STUDYING teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus with the 0.25 work rate WORK AFTER Graduates of the program will have advanced research skills that would enable them ABOUT. The program intends to prepare graduates for jobs in growing priority sectors of the world, including GRADUATION to explore important questions in intelligent systems and make significant ongoing multiple manufacturing sectors, such as machinery, energy, chemistry, electronics and innovation. Graduates of the contributions in technologically diverse and dynamic economic environments, both in program will have advanced research skills that would enable them to explore important questions in intelligent Kazakhstan and abroad. systems and make significant ongoing contributions in technologically diverse and dynamic economic environments, both in Kazakhstan and abroad.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE ELECTIVE COURSES ARE: The 1st year of the program consists of compulsory core ROBT 601 Human Robot Interaction courses designed to give a solid fundamental knowledge. ROBT 602 Mobile Robotics Students choose elective courses in the beginning of 2nd ROBT 605 Robotic Motion Planning year to specialize in the area of their interest. The focus ROBT 607 Humanoid Robots of the last semester is Thesis work. ROBT 609 Biorobotics ROBT 611 Industrial Robotics
In the 1st year students are also expected to take couple of Computer Science courses like CSCI 501 Software Principles and Practice and CSCI 502 Hardware Software Co-Design KEY FACTS
START August 2020 PROGRAM INTENSITY 2 years Full-Time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On Campus SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL SCIENCES PROGRAMS
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START August 2020 Robotics PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-Time LANGUAGES English DELIVERY MODE On Campus
Engineering, PhD ADMISSIONS
FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22
ABOUT
PROGRAM TITLE. PHD IN ROBOTICS ENGINEERING SHORT OVERVIEW (3-5 SENTENCES). The PhD program in Robotics Engineering (further in the text: PhD TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS program), fully taught in English, is designed to provide advanced skills and a sophisticated knowledge for individuals planning a career in academia, industry and research settings in any subfield of robotics. FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available.
APPLICATION DEADLINE July 3, 2020 DURATION 4 years WEBSITE https://seds.nu.edu.kz/programs/phd-program/phd-in-robotics-engineering/ VISA
GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support OVERVIEW
ABOUT. Robotics Engineering is the interdisciplinary These areas are also aligned with the well-known branch of engineering and science that includes international research priorities, such as: Leadership in WORK mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, Enabling and Industrial Technologies (Information and computer science, and others. It deals with the design, Communication Technologies; Advanced Manufacturing WORK PERMITS International students are allowed to work ON CAMPUS 10 hrs/week during the study construction, operation, and use of robots, as well as and Processing, Robotics); Health, demographic period with a current student visa computer systems for their control, sensory feedback, change and wellbeing (Improving diagnosis; Innovative WORK WHILE STUDYING Teaching assistant or research assistant positions on campus and information processing. treatments and technologies; Integrated, sustainable, WORK AFTER Robotics applications vary widely. Robots are used in the automotive, aerospace, metals, The program focuses on the development of an in- citizen-centered care). GRADUATION nuclear, min- ing, textile, and computer industries, among others. The robotics engineer depth understanding of the nature, implementation, By the completion of the PhD program, students will must determine the particular needs of each application and customize the robot and evaluation of robotics principles and applications be capable of designing and conducting independent, accordingly.Most robotics engineers are employed by private robot manufacturers or robot together with the growth of research skills. The current innovative, original and high-quality research in robotics users. Some engineers work in military and space programs. Others work for colleges and areas of research interest for the PhD in Robotics engineering. universities or vocational and trade schools. Engineering encompass a wide spectrum, with specific The PhD program has been designed in line with the • Robotics Engineer; focus on priority areas for Kazakhstan, such as intelligent revised Graduate Programs Framework of Nazarbayev • Mechatronics Engineer; systems, industrial automation, human-robot interaction, University (2019). • Maintenance Technician; and medical & rehabilitation robotics. • Machine Operator; • Research Assistant; • Project Engineer; • Field Service Technician; OUTLINE • Welder.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE The 1st year of the program consists of compulsory core and elective courses. The focus of the 2nd, 3rd, 4th years is Thesis Research work. - Thesis Research - Research Methods & Ethics* - Current Research Literature - 6 Elective Courses SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PROGRAMS
Introduction to Research Project Year 2 (Fall) Health Fitness and Well-Being (elective) Master Research Project Robots for Rehabilitation (elective) Advances in Sports and Rehabilitation Entrepreneurship (elective) Psychology of Sports and Rehabilitation Sports Medicine and Biostatistics and Epidemiology Year 2 (Spring) Summer Thesis Research or Research Ethics and Professionalism Internship Master Research Project Thesis
KEY FACTS START August Rehabilitation, MSM PROGRAM INTENSITY Full-time LANGUAGES English ABOUT DELIVERY MODE On campus PROGRAM TITLE. MASTER IN SPORTS MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION ADMISSIONS SHORT OVERVIEW. The Master program in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation is a two-year degree that will equip the graduates with theoretical as well as hands-on knowledge in the said field. The program’s focus on research will FOR INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 22 help the graduates to develop analytical skills, promoting excellence as well as innovation in healthcare practice. Long-term goal of this initiative is to promote evidence-based practice of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation in Kazakhstan. TUITION AND FUNDING OPTIONS APPLICATION DEADLINE May TUITION FEE STARTING FROM 2802 USD PER YEAR DURATION 2 years * indicated tuition amount with highest discount applied WEBSITE https://nusom.nu.edu.kz/master-in-sports-medicine-and-rehabilitation/#main FUNDING Merit-based scholarships. Scholarships for International students are available. OVERVIEW The focus of the Master program in Sports Medicine exercise and injury. Students will be stimulated to think VISA and Rehabilitation will be to deliver a curriculum that about application of this knowledge towards improving is compliant with international standards and trains athletic performance and rehabilitating injury. Program GETTING A VISA International students receive visa support health professionals in evidence-based practice. The Learning Outcomes - On successful completion of the program will therefore produce graduates who will program, graduates will be able to: Apply knowledge of be able to deliver services in diverse areas of Sports musculoskeletal physiology, metabolism, biomechanics, WORK Medicine and Rehabilitation at par with international exercise physiology, injury prevention, psychology, and standards of care. The Master program in Sports nutrition to Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation.Apply WORK PERMITS N/A Medicine and Rehabilitation is designed for those who this knowledge to design exercise regimes to achieve have completed an undergraduate degree in clinical or optimal athletic performance.Strategize best methods WORK WHILE STUDYING The program is an intensive full time program and is not compatible with any work (part- time or full time) basic science (with a minimum grade point average of for the rehabilitation of injuries.Apply critical and 2.75 based on a 4.0 scale or equivalent). The structure analytical skills to research problems in Sports Medicine WORK AFTER Work as: of the Master in Sports and Rehabilitation program and Rehabilitation.Analyze and communicate complex GRADUATION • Rehabilitation specialist • Physiotherapist is set out to begin with the basics of human body scientific information as it relates to Sports Medicine • Sports team physician functions, including metabolism and nutrition, as it and Rehabilitation.Conduct scientific research in full • Fitness and strength coaches for professional sport related to exercise and fitness. The program imparts accordance with ethical and professional standards. • Physical Education teachers at high school and university level knowledge about mechanics of the human body during • Expert for army/military training and rehabilitation • Expert in private sports and gymnastics companies
Ministry of Culture and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan annually employs: • Sports Rehabilitation Therapists OUTLINE • Sports Pharmacologists • Sports Physiologists Year 1 (Fall) Exercise and Biomechanics • Sports Traumatologists Musculoskeletal System Year 1 (Spring) • Sports |Cardiologists Nutrition in Sports and Exercise Seminar in Sports Medicine • Sports Nutritionists Exercise Genetics, Physiology and Endocrinology Management and Rehabilitation of Injury • Sports Psychologists • Graduates of the program can also choose to apply for a PhD degree Pharmacology in Sports and Rehabilitation Epidemiology