Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Jul 2027, International
- Apply before Jul 2027, National
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
- General Engineering & Technology
Overview
Science, Engineering and Technology from Nazarbayev University focuses on the development of research skills, together with an in-depth understanding of the nature, implementation and evaluation of engineering principles and applications. The current areas of research interest for the PhD program in Science, Engineering and Technology encompass a wide area, with specific focus on priority areas for Kazakhstan, such as: energy engineering; information and communications technology; advanced…
materials science and engineering; sustainable engineering; biomedical engineering; robotics and mechatronics.
Career:
- University Faculty Member
- Assistant, Associate, or Research Professor
- Senior Researcher
- Research Scientist
- Engineer or Senior Engineer
Programme Structure
Learning outcomes:
- Review, analyse, and evaluate the body of scientific literature in their field of study in Engineering and Science.
- Select appropriate research topics in their field of study in Engineering and Science, and generate hypotheses about such topics.
- Plan, develop, analyse and communicate research in writing and verbally independently.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA 2.7
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
During the application period, final year master's students may submit an official transcript for current coursework for consideration; Minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 in an applicant's Master's degree;
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Non-residents
33,741 AUD / year
≈ 23,500 USD / year
Domestic
Citizens or residents
33,741 AUD / year
≈ 23,500 USD / year
Additional Details
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.
Scholarships Information
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