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Admission in 5 steps
A clear process for international applicants.
Exam programs and schedules
| № | Faculty | Bachelor's | Master's | PhD | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faculty of Geography and Environmental Management | — | — | — | — |
| 2 | Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Technology | — | — | — | — |
| 3 | Faculty of Oriental Studies | — | — | — | — |
| 4 | Higher School of Economics and Business | — | — | — | — |
| 5 | Faculty of Journalism | — | — | — | — |
| 6 | Faculty of International Relations | — | — | — | — |
| 7 | Faculty of Medicine and Healthcare | — | — | — | — |
| 8 | Faculty of Philosophy and Political Science | — | — | — | — |
| 9 | Faculty of Law | — | — | — | — |
| 10 | Faculty of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence | — | — | — | — |
| 11 | Faculty of History | — | — | — | — |
| 12 | Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics | — | — | — | — |
| 13 | Faculty of Physics and Technology | — | — | — | — |
| 14 | Faculty of Philology | — | — | — | — |
| 15 | Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology | — | — | — | — |
Exam programs and schedules
Preliminary selection procedure for bachelor's, master's and doctoral studies.
Preliminary selection consists of 2 stages: testing in general education subjects and testing to determine proficiency in the language of instruction.
For master's and doctoral educational programs, a single interview stage is conducted. During this stage, a detailed assessment of foreign applicants' subject knowledge and skills in relevant fields takes place, along with questions to determine their language proficiency level.
Preliminary selection for bachelor's programmes takes place in two stages:
- General education subject testing — assessment of knowledge in core disciplines in line with the chosen educational programme.
- Language testing — determination of proficiency in the language of instruction (Kazakh, Russian or English).
Based on the test results, a ranked list of applicants is compiled. Enrollment is conducted according to the scores obtained and available places.
For master's and doctoral programmes, a single-stage interview is conducted, covering:
- detailed assessment of the applicant's subject knowledge and professional competencies;
- questions to determine proficiency in the language of instruction;
- for PhD — a presentation or discussion of the proposed research topic.
Based on the interview, the commission decides on admission to the competitive selection process.
Documemts
Required documents, submission methods and admission periods for international applicants.
- An application in free form addressed to the head of the organization.
- A standard application for paid study of prerequisites in an educational programme not related to the previous level of education.
- Education document:
- for Bachelor's — original secondary education certificate and grade sheet with notarized translation into Kazakh, 2 copies;
- for Master's — original higher education document and grade sheet with notarized translation into Kazakh, plus Bachelor's diploma, 2 copies;
- for PhD — original Master's degree document with notarized translation into Kazakh, plus Bachelor's diploma, 2 copies.
- Notarized translation of the passport and certificate / diploma + transcript into Kazakh, 2 copies.
- Diplomas must have an apostille.
- Two color 3×4 cm photos taken within the last 6 months.
- International certificate confirming foreign language proficiency, if available.
- For English-medium study in Healthcare, a certificate of English proficiency is mandatory; admission is based on an interview.
- List of scientific and methodological works, if available.
- Police clearance certificate.
- Medical certificates: form No. 075/U; after arrival in Kazakhstan — fluorography image, HIV-negative certificate, psycho-neurological certificate, vaccination card copy.
- through the university online platform;
- in person at the KazNU admissions office;
- by proxy;
- by email: international@kaznu.kz;
- through official agreements with recruiting organizations that select and send foreign citizens to study at KazNU.
Autumn intake: May 15 to August 20.
Spring intake: October 16 to December 5.
Documents submitted after the official deadlines are not admitted to the competitive selection process.
- Important: all documents must be translated and notarized in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
- Citizens of China must complete the apostille procedure in their own country.
Tuition fees
Obtaining a visa invitation
Documents that must be submitted after the enrollment order is issued.
The enrollment order number.
A copy of the passport valid for at least two years.
A copy of the contract for educational services for foreign citizens.
Payment of the state duty in the amount of 0.5 MCI.
Completion of the standard visa application form.
After processing is completed, the invitation / visa will be sent to the email address specified in your application.
After receiving the invitation from the university, you must apply to the Kazakhstan consulate in your country.
After arrival
What an international student must do in the first 2 days after entering Kazakhstan.
71/21 91传媒 Avenue, COS ?Keremet?, basement floor, rooms 2 and 7.
passport copy
visa copy
copy of the border-entry stamp
Original education documents.
Medical certificate form No. 086/U + fluorography image, HIV-free certificate and vaccination card copy.
IIN from a Public Service Center in Almaty.
Application for recognition / nostrification of education documents.
Certificate from the PSC confirming document submission for recognition.
Bring original education documents for university verification.
Medical certificate and insurance are mandatory for international students.
- Medical certificate form No. 075/U.
- Fluorography image after arrival in Kazakhstan.
- HIV-negative certificate.
- Copy of the preventive vaccination card.
- Medical insurance is mandatory.
Medical examination is conducted in accordance with the legislation of Kazakhstan and covers drug addiction, mental disorders, open-form tuberculosis, leprosy, STDs and HIV.
Legal note: according to Article 31 of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Migration of the Population", medical examinations must be conducted at authorized medical institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Obtain an IIN and officially submit documents for recognition / nostrification.
Mandatory requirement for international students during the period of study and stay in Kazakhstan.
Language courses
Intensive language courses. Group: 130,000 KZT/month. Individual: 280,000 KZT/month. Duration: 3 / 6 / 9 months.
Intensive English language courses at KazNU.
Language and educational services. Duration: 3 / 6 / 9 months. Group: 150,000 KZT/month.
Kazakh and Russian: 3, 6 or 10 months. Group: 130,000 KZT/month. Individual: 280,000 KZT/month.
September 1 — June 30. 24 h/week. Tuition: 1,300,000 KZT. 95 Karasai Batyr Street.
Orders and invitations
International branches
Regional academic cooperation and branch opportunities.
Academic cooperation and cross-border study opportunities.
Joint cooperation directions and international academic exchange.
Lists of those who passed the interview
Partners
Almaty and Dubai ? official representative ? contacts and addresses inside.
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Partner of Middle East For Educational Services LLP ? international contacts inside.
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China direction ? main contacts, address and WeChat inside.
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Student reviews
Kazakhstan was a mysterious country to me, but after arriving it amazed me with its hospitality. KazNU gave me the opportunity to grow as a person.
I am proud of my experienced teachers and good friends. Thanks to them, I learned Russian and began to understand Kazakh.
I like KazNU from every angle! The campus is equipped with every convenience. KazNU is my very best choice!
KazNU is not just a place where we come to study. The university has its own special atmosphere — study, life, creativity and sports.
KazNU opened a new world of opportunities, acquaintances, and knowledge for me. The teaching staff is very strong!
I am very happy to study at KazNU. It has one of the most developed educational systems in the world.
KazNU opened its doors to us with great warmth. The Faculty of Philology gives me a great opportunity to learn the language.
Professors and tutors are very positive in teaching students. I like the place where I live at the university.
At 91传媒 KazNU, the academic staff are among the very best. Students have strong motivation for study.
I came to Kazakhstan to spend six weeks at KazNU. I still value every minute of that time.
The time I spent in Kazakhstan was fantastic. The most important thing about Almaty is the kindness of its people.
Contacts
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Almaty 050040