Almaty University of Power Engineering and Telecommunications (AUPET)

Overview

Almaty University of Power Engineering and Telecommunications (AUPET) is a technical higher education institution located in Almaty, Kazakhstan, focusing on education and scientific research in the fields of power engineering, telecommunications and information technology. The school was founded in 1975 and initially trained engineers and technicians for the power and electronics industries. With the development of the times, AUPET has expanded its subject range and added new majors and research directions to meet the growing needs of technology and engineering.

Campus

The main campus of the university is located in Almaty, covering a large area 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

As of the latest data, Almaty University of Power Engineering and Telecommunications has about 5,000 students, including undergraduates, masters and doctoral students. The total number of faculty and staff is about 400, many of whom are well-known scholars and researchers.

Educational philosophy

AUPET is committed to cultivating high-quality professionals 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 train future engineers and professionals 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 Power Engineering: covers power systems and networks, power plant construction and operation, etc.

School of Electronic Engineering and Communications: provides expertise in communication systems, network technology, and electronic equipment design and manufacturing.

School of Information Technology: focuses on software development, data processing, network security and other aspects.

School of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering: focuses on the development and utilization of renewable energy such as solar energy and wind energy, as well as environmental protection technology.

School of Automation and Control Systems: dedicated to cultivating professionals who can design, optimize and maintain industrial automation systems and control systems.

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

Ranking

According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, Almaty University of Electric Power and Telecommunications is ranked 1201-1400. In terms of professional rankings, the school has outstanding performance in power engineering, electronic engineering and communications, information technology and other fields.

Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the major and course. For international students, tuition fees are usually higher. Specific tuition fees 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 academic, cultural, 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

Almaty University of Electricity and Telecommunications 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 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 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.

Research and innovation

Almaty University of Electric Power and Telecommunications has carried out a lot of research work in many fields, especially in power engineering, electronic engineering and communications, information technology and other fields. The school has first-class laboratories and research facilities, and cooperates with many companies and research institutions to promote the application and transformation of scientific research results.