Nazarbayev University

Nazarbayev University

Brief Description

Nazarbayev University is a modern, English-speaking research university located in Astana, the Republic of Kazakhstan’s capital and the heart of Eurasia. Admission and progression are entirely merit-based and integrate professor-led teaching and research starting on day one as a freshman.

We’re more than a novelty. NU is providing a higher education that prepares graduates for success in an age of globalization and technological disruption. Our graduates receive world-class degrees in earth sciences, digital sciences, public administration, educational leadership, engineering, medicine, and more.

Admission to Nazarbayev University programs is based on the principle of meritocracy, which implies the selection of applicants on the basis of their academic achievements, providing everyone with equal opportunities at admission, and facilitating the selection of the most promising and talented students without the influence of external factors. Thus, the requirements for admission to the programs of Nazarbayev University are the same for all applicants regardless of citizenship, social status, the status of the educational organization, the graduate of which the applicant is, etc.

Students who apply and are admitted get immersed in a state-of-the-art research facility with mentorship from professional, experienced staff and faculty. Scholarships and grants are available to help fund your education. Every student at NU is a scholar, researcher, and explorer. Whether you’re seeking undergraduate study, graduate study, a Ph.D., or non-degree training courses, we have a program to fit your needs. Our seven schools cover the most advanced knowledge and research in leading industries to ensure you succeed in your chosen career field.

Campuses and Locations

53 Kabanbay Batyr Avenue, Nur-Sultan City, Kazakhstan

Number of Academic Staff

514 faculty members

Library Collections

178,749 print books, 34,633 ebooks in permanent use, more than 700,000 ebooks in subscriptions, 259 subscribed collections (119 databases)