Kazakh Ablai Khan University of International Relations and World Languages ​​(KAIU)

Overview

Kazakh Ablai Khan University of International Relations and World Languages ​​(KAIU) is an important higher education institution in Kazakhstan, located in the capital Nur-Sultan (formerly Astana). The school was founded in 1941 and named after Ablai Khan Kazbayevich Ablai Khan, a famous diplomat and politician in Kazakh history. KAIU is committed to providing high-quality international relations, diplomacy, language and cultural education, and is one of the important academic centers in these fields in Kazakhstan.

Campus

The main campus of the university is located in Nur-Sultan, covering a large area and has 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

As of the latest data, Kazakh Ablai Khan University of International Relations and World Languages ​​has about 6,000 students, including undergraduates, masters and doctoral students. The total number of faculty and staff is about 600, many of whom are well-known scholars and researchers.

Educational philosophy

KAIU is committed to cultivating high-quality talents with international vision and cross-cultural communication skills. 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 train future diplomats, international relations experts and linguists for Kazakhstan and the international community.

Disciplines and colleges

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

School of International Relations: covers international relations, foreign policy, international organizations, etc.

School of Oriental Studies: focuses on the language, culture and history of Asian countries.

School of European Studies: covers the language, culture and history of European countries.

School of Languages: provides education in multiple languages, including English, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, French, German, etc.

School of Translation: focuses on translation theory and practice, interpretation and translation, etc.

School of Economics and Management: offers courses in economics, finance, business administration, etc.

School of Law: focuses on international law, commercial law, civil law, etc.

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

Ranking

According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, the specific ranking of Kazakh Ablaihan University of International Relations and World Languages ​​is 801-1000. In terms of professional rankings, the school has outstanding performance in modern languages, international relations and translation studies, especially in the 2023 QS World University Modern Languages ​​Rankings, ranking 261st.

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 dormitories, including single rooms, double rooms and suites, with complete facilities and comfortable environment.

Club Activities: The school has multiple student clubs covering international relations, languages, 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

KAIU attaches great importance to internationalization and has established cooperative relations with many well-known universities and research institutions 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 conditions

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.

Graduate students: 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 universities and research institutions in many countries to provide joint training programs and short-term exchange programs.

Industry-university-research integration: Cooperate with local enterprises, government agencies and international organizations to carry out scientific research projects and internships to provide students with practical work opportunities and practical experience.

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

Research and innovation

KAIU has carried out a lot of research work in the fields of international relations, diplomacy, language and culture. The school has first-class libraries and research facilities, and cooperates with many enterprises and research institutions to promote the application and transformation of scientific research results.