Apply before Jul 2027, National This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
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For international applicants with visa required prior to arrival: July 17
All other applicants (local and international): July 30
Language
English
IELTS: 6.5
Credits
240 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Disciplines
Public Health
Overview
It is offered within the School of Medicine from Nazarbayev University and is open to Master's students of different scientific backgrounds as well as MD students with prior research experience. It gives graduates of the Master's programs the possibility to obtain an internationally recognized Ph.D. in the field of Global Health.
The School of Medicine is in a unique position to offer this program based on the experience of its faculty in Global Health issues as well as close links to international health organizations (WHO), national health authorities (Ministry of Health), and the hospitals and clinics in Astana city and particularly within UMC, as well as the other NU Schools departments and cluster of research centers. This program aims to bridge the gap between the production of knowledge and its application in Global health practice and policy.
Career opportunities in Global Health:
- Universities and research institutions
- Public health and health care organizations
- Private companies
- International institutions and non-government organizations.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Health Policy and Systems Perspectives on Global Health
- Methods in Global Health Research
- Global Health into Action
- Advanced Methods in Global Health Research
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 2.7
English requirements
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Undergraduate and Master's degrees or MD (or equivalents). During the application period, final-year master's students may submit an official current transcript for consideration);
- Minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 in applicant's master's degree;
Tuition Fees
- International (Applies to you, Non-residents): 33,000 AUD / year ≈ 23,500 USD / year
- Domestic (Applies to you, Citizens or residents): 33,000 AUD / year ≈ 23,500 USD / year
For residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan, payments are processed in the national currency at the internal exchange rate of 486 KZT per 1 USD, as approved by the University.
Living costs
Astana, Kazakhstan
476-699 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
