Master's Degree in Biotechnology 24 months Postgraduate Program By Al-Farabi Kazakh National University |Top Universities
Program Duration

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Main Subject Area

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Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The program is aimed at forming the personality of a competitive qualified specialist who is able to critically assess his advantages and disadvantages, as well as to implement a management system for biotechnological products in accordance with the requirements of Kazakhstani and international quality standards.
ON1 analyze theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of biotechnology as a basis for the development or application of ideas to solve existing and new problems in accordance with specifically regulated standards; technical and economic analysis of biotechnological production and technical and economic documentation;
ON2 compare the features of the quality management system for biotechnological products according to Kazakhstan and international quality standards;
ON3 apply specialized research methods in a professional field for review and further discussion at conferences;
ON4 have the ability to search, critically analyze, summarize and systematize scientific information in setting research goals and choosing optimal ways and methods to achieve them;
ON5 develop research projects in the field of microbiology, biotechnology, genomics, bioinformatics, food, environmental, molecular and cellular biotechnology using modeling methods, as well as experimental and computational approaches for constructing phylogenetic trees and identifying target genes used in medicine, ecology and agriculture for building 3-D models;
ON6 analyze living organisms using specialized equipment, technologies and methods, including optical equipment, using proteomic and gene technologies, computer modeling for diagnosing diseases in humans, animals and plants;
ON7 select fermentation and auxiliary equipment for preparatory and final operations of microbiological production, obtaining biodegradable polymers, as well as the technological regime of processes, taking into account their use for waste processing, modification of the technological process and development of projects for closed production cycles in biotechnological organizations;
ON8 identify similarities and differences in the genetic and molecular basis of infectious diseases of plants and animals caused by pathogens and provoked by environmental factors;
ON9 summarize the results of collecting samples characterizing the biodiversity and physiological characteristics of microorganisms into the physiological characteristics of microorganisms existing in extreme conditions, animals and plants to create technologies for obtaining new types of products obtained using microbiological synthesis, biocatalysis, genetic engineering and nanobiotechnology;
ON10 conduct scientific research, lectures, seminars and practical classes using new practice-oriented, innovative methods and digital technologies in the chosen field.

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The program is aimed at forming the personality of a competitive qualified specialist who is able to critically assess his advantages and disadvantages, as well as to implement a management system for biotechnological products in accordance with the requirements of Kazakhstani and international quality standards.
ON1 analyze theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of biotechnology as a basis for the development or application of ideas to solve existing and new problems in accordance with specifically regulated standards; technical and economic analysis of biotechnological production and technical and economic documentation;
ON2 compare the features of the quality management system for biotechnological products according to Kazakhstan and international quality standards;
ON3 apply specialized research methods in a professional field for review and further discussion at conferences;
ON4 have the ability to search, critically analyze, summarize and systematize scientific information in setting research goals and choosing optimal ways and methods to achieve them;
ON5 develop research projects in the field of microbiology, biotechnology, genomics, bioinformatics, food, environmental, molecular and cellular biotechnology using modeling methods, as well as experimental and computational approaches for constructing phylogenetic trees and identifying target genes used in medicine, ecology and agriculture for building 3-D models;
ON6 analyze living organisms using specialized equipment, technologies and methods, including optical equipment, using proteomic and gene technologies, computer modeling for diagnosing diseases in humans, animals and plants;
ON7 select fermentation and auxiliary equipment for preparatory and final operations of microbiological production, obtaining biodegradable polymers, as well as the technological regime of processes, taking into account their use for waste processing, modification of the technological process and development of projects for closed production cycles in biotechnological organizations;
ON8 identify similarities and differences in the genetic and molecular basis of infectious diseases of plants and animals caused by pathogens and provoked by environmental factors;
ON9 summarize the results of collecting samples characterizing the biodiversity and physiological characteristics of microorganisms into the physiological characteristics of microorganisms existing in extreme conditions, animals and plants to create technologies for obtaining new types of products obtained using microbiological synthesis, biocatalysis, genetic engineering and nanobiotechnology;
ON10 conduct scientific research, lectures, seminars and practical classes using new practice-oriented, innovative methods and digital technologies in the chosen field.

Admission requirements

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Persons entering the master’s degree or residency: when applying to organizations of university and postgraduate education: 1) an application addressed to the head of the organization of higher and postgraduate education in any form; 2) document on higher education (original); 3) certificate of completion of the internship (for admission to residency); 4) identity document (required for personal identification); 5) six photographs 3x4 centimeters in size; 6) a medical certificate
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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
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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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