PhD in Petrochemistry 36 months PHD Program By Al-Farabi Kazakh National University |Top Universities
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Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

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Main Subject Area

ChemistryMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Chemistry

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The purpose of the educational program is to prepare scientific, scientific and pedagogical personnel with leadership qualities, possessing systemic thinking, practical skills and techniques for conducting independent research, capable of conducting fundamental, applied experimental research in the field of petrochemicals and oil refining based on modern concepts using the methodology of scientific approaches and innovative technology The program is aimed at the formation of a professional personality of a specialist capable of: - to interpret the basic principles of an integrated modern approach to the use of oil and petroleum raw materials. - to systematize and interpret the problems and tasks of scientific research, including the selection of methodologies necessary for research for further use in the performance of the thesis. - to implement an integrated approach to independent research based on modern innovative technologies in the field of petrochemistry and petrochemical synthesis. - to assess the validity of the methods of experiments used in scientific research, to carry out a reasoned scientific discussion, using the evidence base obtained as a result of theoretical and experimental training with the involvement of literary and patent sources of well-known researchers in the field of petrochemistry and oil refining.
A1. To contribute to the theoretical aspects of complex processing of hydrocarbon raw materials and demonstrate the ability to create technological processes for processing of oil and petroleum raw materials and advanced processing of raw materials with the involvement of waste in secondary processing. В1.To possess the basics of modern technologies of deep processing of hydrocarbons of oil, gas and coal, to use the appropriate hardware and technological equipment. В2.To demonstrate a reasoned scientific discussion using the evidence base obtained as a result of theoretical and experimental training with the involvement of literary and patent sources of well-known researchers in the field of oil refining.В3. Разрабатывать современные технологии производ-ства присадок. Описывать общие закономерности синтеза присадок с заданными свойствами. B4. Identify criteria for the effectiveness of the use of catalyst granules for specific processes. To assess the prospects of a large-scale transition to the conditions of industrial implementation of catalysts. C 1.To implement a comprehensive research process based on modern innovative technologies in the field of petrochemistry and petrochemical synthesis. C2. Be competent in the formulation and solution of modern scientific and practical problems of organization and conduct of research and management activities in the field of petrochemistry and oil and gas processing. C3. To evaluate the validity of experimental techniques used in scientific research. C4. To formulate the problems and tasks of scientific research, including the selection of methodologies necessary for this stage of research. C5. To integrate interdisciplinary knowledge into the research process on petrochemical synthesis in order to describe and analyze modern research approaches. C6. Critically evaluate the experimental data obtained using some aspects that are reflected in national or international abstracts for the correct interpretation of the processes. D1. To determine the requirements for petroleum products using the acquired knowledge to work in the areas of priority research areas.

Program overview

Main Subject

Chemistry

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The purpose of the educational program is to prepare scientific, scientific and pedagogical personnel with leadership qualities, possessing systemic thinking, practical skills and techniques for conducting independent research, capable of conducting fundamental, applied experimental research in the field of petrochemicals and oil refining based on modern concepts using the methodology of scientific approaches and innovative technology The program is aimed at the formation of a professional personality of a specialist capable of: - to interpret the basic principles of an integrated modern approach to the use of oil and petroleum raw materials. - to systematize and interpret the problems and tasks of scientific research, including the selection of methodologies necessary for research for further use in the performance of the thesis. - to implement an integrated approach to independent research based on modern innovative technologies in the field of petrochemistry and petrochemical synthesis. - to assess the validity of the methods of experiments used in scientific research, to carry out a reasoned scientific discussion, using the evidence base obtained as a result of theoretical and experimental training with the involvement of literary and patent sources of well-known researchers in the field of petrochemistry and oil refining.
A1. To contribute to the theoretical aspects of complex processing of hydrocarbon raw materials and demonstrate the ability to create technological processes for processing of oil and petroleum raw materials and advanced processing of raw materials with the involvement of waste in secondary processing. В1.To possess the basics of modern technologies of deep processing of hydrocarbons of oil, gas and coal, to use the appropriate hardware and technological equipment. В2.To demonstrate a reasoned scientific discussion using the evidence base obtained as a result of theoretical and experimental training with the involvement of literary and patent sources of well-known researchers in the field of oil refining.В3. Разрабатывать современные технологии производ-ства присадок. Описывать общие закономерности синтеза присадок с заданными свойствами. B4. Identify criteria for the effectiveness of the use of catalyst granules for specific processes. To assess the prospects of a large-scale transition to the conditions of industrial implementation of catalysts. C 1.To implement a comprehensive research process based on modern innovative technologies in the field of petrochemistry and petrochemical synthesis. C2. Be competent in the formulation and solution of modern scientific and practical problems of organization and conduct of research and management activities in the field of petrochemistry and oil and gas processing. C3. To evaluate the validity of experimental techniques used in scientific research. C4. To formulate the problems and tasks of scientific research, including the selection of methodologies necessary for this stage of research. C5. To integrate interdisciplinary knowledge into the research process on petrochemical synthesis in order to describe and analyze modern research approaches. C6. Critically evaluate the experimental data obtained using some aspects that are reflected in national or international abstracts for the correct interpretation of the processes. D1. To determine the requirements for petroleum products using the acquired knowledge to work in the areas of priority research areas.

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6+
87+
3 Years
Sep

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Al Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU) offers 134 bachelor degree programs at 16 faculties, which are among the leaders in the national subject ranking in Kazakhstan. Students can join undergraduate programs in a wide range of disciplines, from the sciences (chemistry, geography, mathematics and physics) through to humanities, law, IR, languages, and journalism. Students can also select from several joint double degree programs with the leading universities from around the world.   The university bachelor degree programs train students to be critical thinkers, well-rounded lifelong learners and future leaders in their specialties. Most of the undergraduate programs of KazNU are accredited by accrediting agencies such as ASIIN, FIBAA, AQ, and ACQUIN.

Undergraduate international students usually study for four years at the individual faculties. Undergraduate study at KazNU includes lectures, seminars and laboratory work carried out in university faculties and departments. KazNU has no quotas for international admissions and around 10 percent of applicants are international students and the number increases every year.

The international admission period runs during the summer for the current academic year. International applicants register at the dedicated website, and prospective students must pass foreign language test in advance.   The application process is broadly the same for international and national students, and the university accepts school qualifications from many different countries.

Tuition fees are currently set by the university at a very competitive level. The tuition fees do not include accommodation or board.

All students find themselves in an innovative educational environment and they have access to the specialized libraries and computer facilities including access to
KazNU’s super-computer as well as to the university technopark, business incubator and startup seed capital provided by the university, businesses and other entities in the country. Every year university students can study in the world’s leading universities within the framework of “Academic mobility” program or join international summer schools.

Al-Farabi KazNU offers 268 full master degrees and 140 full PhD wide range programs which help you facilitate your career progression. The University is the main Higher Education University in preparing masters’ and PhD students. During master degree programs students have a chance to take experience in International Summer Schools and Short Intensive Programs. They funded by Ministry of Education and Science of Republic of Kazakhstan. PhD degree students must undergo 2 months international traineeship as a part of their studies. All PhD students can have one local and one international supervisor.

All postgraduate programs of KazNU accredited by Accrediting Degree Programs such as, ASIIN, FIBAA, AQA, ACQUIN. KazNU has drawn up double degree agreements with more than 20 universities and maintains partnerships with around 170 universities worldwide. KazNU embrace a wide range of interrelated disciplines and our programmes of study offer you a high degree of flexibility and choice as well as career relevance.  

Al Farabi KazNU actively involves postgraduate students to work on various innovative projects and programs, including projects conducted jointly with international organizations. For example, in summer 2018 Al Farabi KazNU established the Ban Ki-moon Institute for Sustainable Development by signing MoU with 8 th UN Secretary General Mr. Ban Ki-moon and plans to support research projects related to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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