Republican information and analytical magazine "Modern Education"

The Higher College of IT and New Technologies in Abai Region, located in eastern Kazakhstan, is actively engaged in international activities: dual-degree programs with leading IT universities and partners, academic mobility, and the launch of joint digital products. The college is a participant in the WorldSkills movement. In an interview with our magazine, the college director, Shamshiya KUMASHEVA, explains how these initiatives work in practice and what they offer to studen

Temirtau Higher Polytechnic College is one of the leading educational institutions in Karaganda region, combining a strong academic foundation with genuine hands-on practice. Today, THPC is transforming into a high-tech educational hub that blends international integration with the training of unique specialists in industry, energy, metallurgy, information technology, and other fields. The college's educational process is built on the integration of digital technologies, envi

I. Zhansugurov Zhetysu University in the Zhetysu Region is the region’s leading center of science and education. The university’s educational programs and its scientific and innovation activities are oriented first and foremost towards the needs of the region, taking into account the agro-industrial specialization of the Zhetysu Region. At the same time, the university educates specialists and develops research in law, teacher education, information technology, economics, and

A modern research university cannot be imagined without a broad international academic network. That is why the creation of international educational and scientific platforms has become one of the strategic priorities for the development of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. Alongside educating more than 7,000 international students and developing powerful international centers in Almaty, the university is expanding its academic presence beyond Kazakhstan, exporting its ac

On September 29, a conference dedicated to the establishment of the Sino-Kazakh Alliance for the Innovative Development of Vocational Education, as well as a forum on the development of industry-education integration between the two countries, took place at Changping Vocational School, located in the suburbs of Beijing. Spring of this year saw the signing of a memorandum on the establishment of the Alliance at the Temirtau Higher Polytechnic College. The college itself and th

One such example is Ramazan Nurlan, a student at ASTANA POLYTECHNIC Higher College, who won a gold medal and the special "Best of Nation" award at the international WorldSkills competition in Australia, as well as a "Medal for Excellence" in Shanghai in the Mechatronics skill. Participation in the WorldSkills Movement – a Tool for Launching a Career The international non-profit WorldSkills movement has been actively developing in Kazakhstan since 2014. Every year, the natio

The systemic decisions of the Head of the State Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev aimed at developing technical and vocational education have opened up new opportunities for modernizing this sector. In recent years, the state funding has increased, the state educational order has expanded, student enrollment has grown, and the practice of dual training has developed further. Our task now is to turn these opportunities into concrete results that meet the real needs of the labor

Recognition of a university on a global scale is a goal that, perhaps, every leader sets for themselves. Achieving it is grounded in understanding how academic excellence is formed and having clear development benchmarks. How can university's operations be structured to meet high modern standards? We turned to the experience of the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), the world's oldest accreditation agency. In insights shared with our magazine, NECHE President

The Research Institute of Aviation Studies has opened at the Civil Aviation Academy in Almaty. The new institute is designed to bring together the capabilities of domestic science, the aviation industry, and international partners to solve applied scientific and technological tasks in Kazakhstan's civil aviation. The creation of the Institute was a practical step toward building an independent system of aviation research in Kazakhstan and implementing the President's direct

East Kazakhstan Technical University named after D. Serikbayev hosted the CDIO Asian Regional Meeting 2026 – the Asian regional meeting of the Worldwide CDIO Initiative. An international event of this scale was held in Central Asia for the first time. The meeting was organized by EKTU with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The meeting brought together more than 50 representatives from universities and the expert communi

Abai University presents the educational programs of the Sorbonne-Kazakhstan Institute and the University of Lorraine branch at Abai University. SORBONNE-KAZAKHSTAN INSTITUTE BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMS 6В04205 – International law Major Subjects: World history, Fundamentals of law Passing Score: 75 Cost of Tuition: 1 045 000 KZT Tuition Fee for International Students: 1 637 543 KZT (Ethnic Kazakh repatriates – 1 253 076 KZT) 6B03119 – International relations in

Nearly a hundred years ago, in 1928, Kazakhstan’s first university was founded, which is known today as Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University (Abai University). Established as a national center for training pedagogical staff, the university played a key role in the development of the country's higher education system. On the eve of its centennial anniversary, Abai University is undergoing perhaps one of the most dynamic stages of its history, proudly demonstrating its a

The ancient Silk Road once spanned the heart of Eurasia, where the timeless echoes of camel bells witnessed the profound integration of diverse civilizations and the transmission of scientific innovation across generations. Today, guided by the heads-of-state consensus forged at the inaugural China-Central Asia Summit, a magnificent pearl of educational and scientific brilliance has taken root in Almaty – the Kazakhstan Branch Campus of Northwestern Polytechnical University (

The strategic partnership between Kozybayev University and the University of Arizona is transforming from an academic project into a large-scale research and industrial driver for the region and the entire country. This was the focus of a meeting between Yerbol Issakayev, Chairman of the Board – Rector of Kozybayev University, and a delegation from the University of Arizona led by Ricky Salazar, Senior Director for Educational Partnerships at Arizona International, along with

On 22 September 2026, the National Academy of Sciences under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with Turkish colleagues, organized the VI International Conference on Research of Agricultural and Food Technologies I-CRAFT 2026.

On September 17, 2026, a scientific lecture was held at the Central Scientific Library of "Gylym Ordasy" by Talant Maukanyuly, Professor at the University of Washington (USA), Director of the Program in Turkic Languages and Central Eurasian Studies, on the topic "The Manuscript Heritage of Kazakhstan: Registration, Restoration, Scientific Cataloging, Digitization, and Comprehensive Codicological Research."

The four years needed to complete an undergraduate degree is a long time in the industry, within which it can dramatically alter its entire demeanor. New technologies emerge, professions transform, certain skills lose relevance, and employers begin searching for competencies that did not even exist a few years ago. This creates one of the primary challenges for higher education: universities can no longer afford to update themselves at a slower pace than the economy. The resp

The Civil Aviation Academy is the only specialized higher education institution in Kazakhstan for training aviation specialists. The Academy's educational programs are designed in line with international civil aviation standards and requirements. The Academy provides a continuous training system – from technical and vocational education to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees – preparing pilots, air traffic controllers, engineering and technical specialists, and other p

The last decade has become an important milestone in the development of the global system of higher education. During this time, universities have reconsidered their approaches to organizing education, managing the educational process, international cooperation, and student engagement. Accelerated digital transformation, changes in the educational model, evolving requirements for the quality of education, and the growing role of transnational education are areas that were pre

The world is expecting results of Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027. How many Kazakhstan's universities will be at the top of the list this year? What is the secret of the rise of higher education of the country? What is the mission of a modern university and what to rely on in its development? We had an opportunity to talk to Phil BATY, the Сhief Global Affairs and Chief Operating Officer of THE, Director General of Education World Forum. – Since 2019,

The strategy for the development of higher education and science in Kazakhstan is built on preserving its own strong academic school and actively attracting the world's best practices. In this ecosystem, integration takes place on two levels at once – through strengthening interstate partnerships and through a live, personal dialogue between students and researchers from different countries. The Center for International Programs plays a key role in implementing this course. A

A first-year student orientation ceremony took place at Woosong University Kazakhstan in Turkestan. For the second consecutive year, the university has been training specialists in Kazakhstan in high-demand fields of artificial intelligence and digital technologies. This year, the number of educational grants provided by the Akimat of the Turkestan region doubled – from 100 to 200 – as reported by Modern Education magazine, citing the press service of the Ministry of Science

On September 2, a meeting was held between Acting Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek and a delegation from the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), led by Executive Executive Vice President of the Association He Junke, as reported by "Modern Education" magazine with reference to the press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Sayasat Nurbek The meeting was also

A solemn opening ceremony of double-degree educational programs between the Academy of Governance of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU, Gandhinagar, India) took place in Astana. In the current academic year, 20 students were admitted to the master's degree programs, the magazine "Modern Education" reports, citing the press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of

In Astana, as part of the annual August conference of education workers, a section titled "Pedagogical Education of the Future: Development and Implementation of the National Model" took place, organized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The conference was held with the participation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and was dedicated to the theme "Human Capital, Knowledge, and Progress – Key Va

Kazakhstan's agro-industrial complex is a life-sustaining foundation and the strategic pillar of the national economy. Here, issues of food security, economic stability, and the country's global competitiveness intersect, rooted in historical traditions and unique natural potential. Today, the industry is entering a phase of profound transformation – from an extensive model to a technological one. Under these conditions, the key factor is no longer simply the presence of agra

August 20, the awarding ceremony for the winners of QAIRU Inflection 2026—a competitive selection process for talented youth to study at Qazaq AI Research University (QAIRU) — took place at the Alem.ai International Center for Artificial Intelligence, according to the "Modern Education" magazine, citing the press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Following the competition, ten winners received educational grants provided by

From August 24 to 26, the Kazakh National University of Sport in Astana is hosting the FIRST Global Challenge Central Asia 2026, which will determine Kazakhstan's national robotics team. The winning team will represent the country at the FIRST Global Challenge 2026 world championship, scheduled for October 7–10 in Incheon, Republic of Korea, according to the Modern Education magazine, citing the press service of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development

From August 5 to 7, Nazarbayev University is hosting the 14th International Conference on Nanomaterials and Advanced Energy Storage Systems (INESS-2026). The event has brought together more than 200 researchers, engineers, and industry representatives from over 10 countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. The conference is organized by Nazarbayev University, the Institute of Batteries, and the Institute of New Materials and Energy Technologies (INMET), reports

In Almaty, a historic event took place — the opening of the first-ever FIDE World University Team Chess Championship. Kazakhstan is hosting 16 university teams from North and South America, Europe, and Asia. Among the participants are Oxford, Cambridge, and Harvard universities, whose chess clubs have existed for over a century and a half. Our country is represented at the home championship by the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University and the Kazakh National University of Spor

Chairman of the Board – Rector of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Zhanseit Tuimebayev met with the President of the international educational organization Cintana Education, R.F. Rick Shangraw. Cintana Education is an international educational organization headquartered in Tempe (Arizona, USA), specializing in developing strategic partnerships with universities worldwide. During the meeting, the parties discussed issues of improving the quality of education in accordance

Earth remote sensing today holds a special place in the system of modern scientific and applied research, forming the basis for space monitoring of the planet. For Kazakhstan as a whole and the East Kazakhstan region in particular, this technology acquires strategic importance, as it allows working with spatially complex, environmentally sensitive, and resource-rich territories. Mountain systems, forests, agricultural lands, water bodies, and natural risk zones form a unique

The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the global initiative Network School have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on strategic cooperation in the fields of artificial intelligence, innovation, technological entrepreneurship, and human capital development. Network School brings together entrepreneurs, engineers, researchers, and investors from all around the world. Its founder, Balaji Srinivasan, is one of Silicon

Applicants in Kazakhstan have received an additional opportunity to apply for a state educational grant at Anhalt International University. The document submission deadline has been extended until August 10, 2026, as reported by Modern Education magazine with reference to the press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. State educational grants are available for two study programs: Electrical Engineering and Information Technolo

From July 29 to August 9, Astana will host the international multi-sport tournament «The Games of the Future 2026», which will bring together the best clubs and athletes at the intersection of traditional sports and esports, reports the magazine «Modern Education» with reference to the press service of the Akimat of Astana. The large-scale tournament will feature over 800 participants from more than 50 countries. Over the course of 12 days, they will compete for a prize pool

From July 13 to 21, 2026, the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) was held in Shanghai (People's Republic of China). About 700 schoolchildren from 117 countries participated in one of the world's most prestigious and oldest intellectual competitions.. Following the Olympiad, the Kazakhstan national team won 3 silver and 3 bronze medals. The silver medalists are: Timur Murat, a 12th-grade student at Haileybury Almaty International School; Ali Erkebulanovich, an 11th

On July 22, the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sayasat Nurbek, held a meeting with Youngsuk Chi, KAIST Distinguished Professor, Chairman of the Board of Elsevier, and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of RELX Group. During the meeting, the parties discussed strengthening scientific infrastructure, expanding Kazakhstani scientists' access to international research and analytical databases, and prospects for further developing strategic pa

Today in Petropavl, the first graduates of the joint academic programs between Kozybayev University and the University of Arizona received dual diplomas - one from a Kazakhstani university and one from an American university. The ceremony marked an important milestone in the development of international cooperation in higher education, Modern Education magazine reports, citing the press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Hig

An official meeting was held at the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan between Minister Sayasat Nurbek and partners of the Lightspeed Venture Partners venture fund. During the meeting, directions for the development of bilateral cooperation in the field of technological innovation and higher education, as well as specific mechanisms for its implementation, were discussed in detail, reports "Modern Education" magazine with reference to the p

Sayasat Nurbek, the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, held an official meeting with a delegation from Canada's Georgian College. During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for developing bilateral cooperation in the field of training engineering and medical personnel in the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the negotiations, representatives of the educational institution provided detailed information on their key areas of activity,

A delegation from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, led by Vice Minister Gulzat Kobenova, participated in the China–Central Asia Conference on Industry-Academia-Research-Application Collaboration held in Urumqi, People's Republic of China, 'Modern Education' magazine reports, citing the Ministry's press service. The conference brought together representatives of government agencies, universities, research organizations, and enterprise

I. Zhansugurov Zhetysu University participated in the global "Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026" and ranked in the 1001-1500 range among 1,646 universities from 116 countries. In total, 24 Kazakhstani universities entered this ranking. Within the framework of the ranking, key aspects such as quality of education, gender equality, partnership, decent work and economic growth, academic freedom, public engagement, and other core dimensions of sustainable

A corresponding memorandum of understanding on cooperation in water resources management, irrigation, and the development of sustainable agriculture amidst climate change was signed by the Kazakh National Agrarian Research University, the Kazakh National University of Water Management and Irrigation, and Kabul University. The document was signed during a visit by a Kazakh delegation to Afghanistan, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangari

Scientists and students of Kozybayev University have completed seasonal work at the archaeological excavation site of the ancient Ak-Iriy settlement in the far north of Kazakhstan. The expedition lasted 17 days and resulted in many interesting discoveries. The settlement is located near the village of Dolmatovo in the North Kazakhstan region on a high triangular promontory. It was protected on three sides by 40-meter river cliffs, while the fourth side was separated by defens

The Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU) has held an official opening ceremony for the «Quantum AI» laboratory. Established within the Faculty of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence, this new research and educational center is a unique innovation hub, the first of its kind in the Republic of Kazakhstan. This large-scale project was realized with the support of SpinQ Technology (PRC), an international technology company specializing in the production of

Education is a key pillar of state policy, shaping the human capital, values, and competitiveness of the country. Large-scale reforms and the special attention paid by the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to the education sector are consistently building a modern, sustainable system. In this system, every child – regardless of their family’s status or place of residence, whether urban or rural – is guaranteed equal access to quality education and a safe environment, whil

To mark Media Workers' Day, a joint off-site meeting of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University and the Academy of Journalism of Kazakhstan was held. This landmark event served as an important dialogue platform that clearly defined the intersections of modern science and media. The program for media representatives began with a special campus tour showcasing the university’s scientific and innovative potential. Journalists were introduced to the Kazakhstan-China Laboratory of Re

On June 14–15, the city of Jakarta (Republic of Indonesia) hosted, for the first time, the "Study in Kazakhstan" educational exhibition and the First Forum of Higher and Postgraduate Education Organizations of Kazakhstan and Indonesia. The events were organized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Republic of Indonesia and the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in t

Today, a growing body of research indicates that the development of artificial intelligence represents a transformative force capable of significantly impacting economic growth and social well-being. For Kazakhstan, which strives for leadership positions in the current digital era, establishing a solid technological culture that involves the entire society is not merely desirable, but an essential condition. Current analysis shows that despite ambitious state strategies and s

Within the framework of the forum on the integration of industry and education between Jiangsu Province and the countries of Central Asia, which was held in Astana, KazNU signed a cooperation agreement with Suzhou University and Huibo Robotics. The document provides for the development of joint educational programs, the training of specialists in the field of robotics and artificial intelligence, as well as the implementation of research projects. The Forum brought together r