Master's degree programs

This is the second level of university education. Training in the master's program is carried out on the basis of higher education in two directions: scientific - pedagogical and profile.

The master's degree program in the scientific and pedagogical direction is designed for 2 years, or 120 ESTC. The obtained degree allows the graduates to work in higher educational institutions, research organizations, be engaged in teaching and research activities.

The master's degree program in the profile direction is designed for 1 year, or 60 ESTC. The obtained degree will enable the graduates to become managers in various economic sectors.

Instruction is provided in Kazakh and Russian, with some courses taught in English.

Master's degree programs are studied in the full-time format.

An academic year in the master's degree programs is divided into two semesters. Each semesters consists of 15 weeks ends with exams. There are vacations between semesters. The total duration of vacations during the academic year is at least 7 weeks, except for the final course.

In order to pass to the next course of study, a master's student must fully complete the annual individual curriculum and receive positive grades in all examination disciplines and practices.

The educational program of master's degree includes theoretical, practical and research training. During the training a master's student has the opportunity to independently form the trajectory of his training, to choose academic disciplines and the research direction of the master's thesis. Successful master's students have the opportunity to take part in the program of academic mobility and to study for a semester in a Kazakhstani or foreign university.

In the final year of study, a Master’s student defends their thesis. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate receives a master's degree. It gives him the right to hold all positions that require postgraduate education, as well as to enter doctoral studies.