Kostanay State Pedagogical Institute (KSPI)

Overview

Kostanay State Pedagogical University (KSPI) is a higher education institution located in Kostanay, Kazakhstan, focusing on teacher education and educational research. The school was founded in 1931, originally named Kostanay Teachers College, and gradually developed into a comprehensive university covering multiple educational fields. Known for its high-quality education and rich teacher training experience, KSPI is one of the important academic centers in the field of education in Kazakhstan.

Campus

The main campus of the university is located in Kostanay, covering a vast area and equipped with modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries, sports facilities and student dormitories. The campus has a beautiful environment and complete facilities, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Number of students in school

As of the most recent data, Kostanai State Pedagogical University had about 3,500 students, including undergraduate, master's and doctoral students. The total number of faculty and staff is approximately 300, many of whom are well-known scholars and education experts.

educational philosophy

KSPI is committed to cultivating high-quality teachers and educators with international vision and innovative abilities. The school emphasizes academic freedom, educational practice and social responsibility, and strives to provide students with a platform for all-round development. Through high-quality education and rich practical opportunities, the school aims to cultivate future educational leaders and professionals for Kazakhstan and the international community.

Disciplines and Colleges

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

College of Education: Covers preschool education, primary education, secondary education, etc.

School of Humanities and Social Sciences: including history, philosophy, sociology, psychology, etc.

School of Foreign Languages: Provides language teaching in English, Russian, Chinese and other languages.

School of Art and Music: Focus on music education, art education, etc.

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

School of Special Education: Focuses on the education and rehabilitation of special children.

Ranking

According to the QS World University Rankings in 2024, the specific ranking of Kostanay State Normal University is 1201-1400. In terms of professional rankings, the school performs outstandingly in the fields of education, humanities and social sciences.

cost

Tuition fees vary by major and program. Tuition fees are usually higher for international students. Specific tuition fees and scholarship information can be found on the official website of the university.

campus life

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

Club activities: The school has multiple student clubs covering academic, cultural, sports and other fields.

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

internationalization

Kostanay State Normal University attaches great importance to internationalization and has established cooperative relationships with many well-known universities and educational institutions around the world, providing exchange programs and double degree programs to encourage students to participate in international exchanges. The school also regularly holds international academic conferences and seminars to promote international academic exchanges.

Application conditions

Undergraduate students: Usually require a high school diploma and good college entrance examination scores. Some majors may require TOEFL or IELTS scores. The application period is from September each year to January of the following year.

Graduate students: Generally require a bachelor’s degree in related majors, and some majors may also require TOEFL or IELTS scores. The application period is from October each year to April of the following year.

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International cooperation projects: Cooperate with universities and educational institutions in multiple countries to provide joint training programs and short-term exchange programs.

Education practice base: Cooperates with many primary and secondary schools to provide students with internship and teaching practice opportunities.

Innovation laboratory: Establish multiple educational innovation laboratories to support students in the research and application of educational technologies and methods.

research and innovation

Kostanai State Pedagogical University conducts a large amount of research work in many fields, especially in the fields of education, humanities and social sciences. The school has first-class laboratories and research facilities, and cooperates with a number of educational institutions and research institutions to promote the application and transformation of scientific research results.