Master's Degree in Regional Studies 12 months Postgraduate Program By Al-Farabi Kazakh National University |Top Universities
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Program overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Qualitative training of scientific and pedagogical personnel in the field of regional studies, capable of critically interpreting and evaluating the latest theories and concepts about the state and trends of global and regional processes; integrate knowledge of scientific theories, schools and directions in research and scientific and pedagogical practice; explore problems of regional and international level in the context of innovative scientific methodologies, conduct expert and analytical work.
Upon completion of this educational program, students are expected to be able to:
1. to present the mechanisms and factors of development of modern regions from the standpoint of theoretical and methodological approaches and research methodology in the framework of modern paradigms; 2. interpret and evaluate regional aspects of modern international relations and problems of the regions, trends in the development of global and regional processes through the prism of the theories of international relations; 3. analyze the main content of international, integrative, innovation processes in Central Asia based on primary sources; 4. discover and analyze new strategic trends of world powers, identify the main causes and trends of changes in the strategic importance of world powers 5. to expand the methodology of research problems of regional studies and the analysis of international and regional problems on the basis of scientific approaches to critical analysis; 6. to reason and adjust strategic state (republican and regional, city) plans for the development of relations of the Republic of Kazakhstan with the leading regions of the world; 7. to conduct expert and analytical work, to possess the skills of applied analysis, to predict the development of regional and international political processes of our time in the context of independent research using at least 2 foreign languages; 8. effectively present and analyze the activities of regional organizations in Europe, Asia, Africa and the post-Soviet space. 9. reasonably state their own scientific point of view, conduct a scientific discussion on how to solve international and regional problems in academic and analytical conditions using materials in foreign languages; 10. analyze the mechanism for formulating state policies and strategies, demonstrate the contribution of Kazakhstan to strengthening the system of regional security and establishing multilateral cooperation. 11. demonstrate the skills of public speaking, effective communication and leadership in the composition of professional teams to solve international and regional development tasks with the use of foreign languages to solve professional issues. 12. demonstrate the results of their own scientific, educational and professional activities and determine the trajectory of further professional and scientific self-improvement

Program overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Qualitative training of scientific and pedagogical personnel in the field of regional studies, capable of critically interpreting and evaluating the latest theories and concepts about the state and trends of global and regional processes; integrate knowledge of scientific theories, schools and directions in research and scientific and pedagogical practice; explore problems of regional and international level in the context of innovative scientific methodologies, conduct expert and analytical work.
Upon completion of this educational program, students are expected to be able to:
1. to present the mechanisms and factors of development of modern regions from the standpoint of theoretical and methodological approaches and research methodology in the framework of modern paradigms; 2. interpret and evaluate regional aspects of modern international relations and problems of the regions, trends in the development of global and regional processes through the prism of the theories of international relations; 3. analyze the main content of international, integrative, innovation processes in Central Asia based on primary sources; 4. discover and analyze new strategic trends of world powers, identify the main causes and trends of changes in the strategic importance of world powers 5. to expand the methodology of research problems of regional studies and the analysis of international and regional problems on the basis of scientific approaches to critical analysis; 6. to reason and adjust strategic state (republican and regional, city) plans for the development of relations of the Republic of Kazakhstan with the leading regions of the world; 7. to conduct expert and analytical work, to possess the skills of applied analysis, to predict the development of regional and international political processes of our time in the context of independent research using at least 2 foreign languages; 8. effectively present and analyze the activities of regional organizations in Europe, Asia, Africa and the post-Soviet space. 9. reasonably state their own scientific point of view, conduct a scientific discussion on how to solve international and regional problems in academic and analytical conditions using materials in foreign languages; 10. analyze the mechanism for formulating state policies and strategies, demonstrate the contribution of Kazakhstan to strengthening the system of regional security and establishing multilateral cooperation. 11. demonstrate the skills of public speaking, effective communication and leadership in the composition of professional teams to solve international and regional development tasks with the use of foreign languages to solve professional issues. 12. demonstrate the results of their own scientific, educational and professional activities and determine the trajectory of further professional and scientific self-improvement

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1 Year
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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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