Kazakh-British Technical University (KBTU)

Overview

Kazakh-British Technical University (KBTU) is a leading engineering and technical university in Kazakhstan, located in Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan. The school was established in 2001 by Resolution No. 1027 of the Government of Kazakhstan on August 3, 2001, and a Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Education and Science of Kazakhstan and the British Council. KBTU is committed to providing high-quality engineering and technical education. It is the first technical university in Kazakhstan and the only university in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) to be accredited by ABET internationally.

Campus

The main campus of the university is located in Almaty, specifically at 59 Tole bi Avenue. The campus has a beautiful environment and complete facilities, with modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries, sports facilities and student dormitories.

Number of students

As of the latest data, the Kazakh-British Technical University has about 6,000 students, including undergraduates, masters and doctoral students. The total number of faculty and staff is about 600, of which more than 30% are foreign teachers from the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy, Argentina, Hungary and other countries.

Educational philosophy

KBTU is committed to cultivating high-quality engineering and technical talents with international vision and innovation capabilities. The school emphasizes academic freedom, scientific research and social responsibility, and strives to provide students with a platform for all-round development. Through high-quality education and rich research opportunities, the school aims to cultivate future engineering and technical experts and leaders for Kazakhstan and the international community.

Disciplines and colleges

The university has several colleges and research centers, offering a wide range of undergraduate, master and doctoral programs:

School of Information Technology and Computing: covering computer science, software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, etc.

School of Mathematics and Cybernetics: focusing on mathematics, cybernetics, applied mathematics, etc.

Maritime College: offering courses in maritime engineering, maritime management, etc.

School of Geology and Petroleum and Gas Industry: covering geological engineering, petroleum engineering, natural gas engineering, etc.

School of Chemical Engineering: focusing on chemical engineering, materials science, etc.

School of Business: offering courses in business administration, finance, marketing, etc.

School of International Economics: cooperating with the University of London to offer dual degree programs

School of Continuing Education: Provides various types of vocational training and continuing education courses.

Ranking

According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, the specific ranking of the British University of Technology in Kazakhstan is 1001-1200. In terms of professional rankings, the school excels in engineering and technology, especially in information technology, oil and gas engineering, chemical engineering, etc.

Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the major and course. For international students, tuition fees are usually higher. Specific tuition standards and scholarship information can be found on the official website of the university.

Campus Life

Accommodation: The school provides a variety of dormitory types, including single rooms, double rooms and suites, with complete facilities and comfortable environment.

Club Activities: The school has multiple student clubs covering engineering technology, culture, sports and other fields.

Sports Facilities: The school provides a variety of sports facilities such as gyms, stadiums, swimming pools, etc., and encourages students to actively participate in sports activities.

Internationalization

The British University of Technology in Kazakhstan attaches great importance to internationalization and has established cooperative relations with many well-known universities and companies around the world, providing exchange programs and dual degree programs, and encouraging students to participate in international exchanges. The school also regularly holds international academic conferences and seminars to promote international academic exchanges.

Application requirements

Undergraduates: usually require a high school diploma and good college entrance examination scores, and some majors may require TOEFL or IELTS scores. The application period is from September to January of the following year.

Postgraduates: generally require a bachelor's degree in a related major, and some majors may also require TOEFL or IELTS scores. The application period is from October to April of the following year.

Featured projects

International cooperation projects: Cooperate with many internationally renowned universities such as Harvard Business School, Reading University, and China University of Petroleum to provide joint training programs and short-term exchange programs.

Integration of industry, academia and research: Cooperate with local companies to carry out scientific research projects and internships to provide students with practical work opportunities and practical experience.

Innovation laboratory: Set up multiple innovation laboratories to support students in scientific and technological innovation and project research and development.

Certification and recognition

ABET certification: KBTU's IT Engineering and Computing major has obtained professional certification from ABET (American Board of Engineering and Technology), which is one of the most authoritative engineering education certifications in the world.

ACBSP certification: KBTU Business School has been accredited by ACBSP (American Accreditation Council for Business Schools).