Republican information and analytical magazine "Modern Education"

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

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

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