The main building of Auezov University with the monument to Mukhtar Auezov

AUEZOV UNIVERSITY founded in 1943

South Kazakhstan Research University named after Mukhtar Auezov

The largest university in Kazakhstan by student numbers. From the first year we teach students to work on real-world tasks.

1943year of foundation
27 000+students
317degree programmes
13faculties and higher schools

National programme

AI-Sana — artificial intelligence at the university

A state programme for AI training and launching DeepTech startups. Try the demo platform of 24 AI agents for students, teachers and administration.

  • 650 kstudents — preparation stage
  • 100 kstudents — stage 1
  • 60 kstudents — stage 2
  • 1.5 kMVP startups — stage 3
Rector of the university Tolegen Mukhtar Adilbekovich

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Tolegen Mukhtar AdilbekovichChairman of the Board – Rector

A personal address from Rector Tolegen Mukhtar Adilbekovich to students, applicants, parents, staff, alumni and partners. Ask a question, share an opinion or suggest an idea.

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Green university

Green Auezov

Sustainable development, regional ecology, courses and schools, research projects and international rankings — on a separate page.

The university today

The university in figures

The largest and most multi-disciplinary university in the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the region's centre of education, research, intellect and culture.

317

degree programmes

173 bachelor's · 112 master's · 32 PhD

27 000+

students

more than 30% study on a state grant

13

faculties and higher schools

8 faculties · 5 higher schools

19

academic buildings

including 3 sports complexes

6

student dormitories

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754

academic staff with a research degree

116 doctors of science · 548 candidates · 90 PhD

QS World University Rankings

top 731+

in the global university ranking

Webometrics

top 5

among universities in Kazakhstan

University mission

Generating new competencies and educating a leader who conveys a research mindset and culture.

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Applicants

The applicant's path — seven steps

From choosing a programme to submitting an application. Every step links straight to the service you need.

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  1. 01

    Choosing a programme

    A catalogue of 317 programmes with filters by level and field of study.

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  2. 02

    Grant opportunities

    State grants, available education grants, discounts and support programmes.

    Grants and admission rules →
  3. 03

    Tuition fees

    Fees by degree programme, payment terms and student loans.

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  4. 04

    Documents

    The list of documents, application deadlines and admission procedure for every level of study.

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  5. 05

    Dormitory

    6 student dormitories. Applications for accommodation are submitted online.

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  6. 06

    Admissions committee

    In-person and online reception, advice on programmes, grants and accommodation.

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  7. 07

    Application

    Submit your application online through the applicant portal.

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A meeting in the university's lecture hall

The Academic Board discussed the university's development prospects at its meeting

Key strands of the development programme, the research agenda and the renewal of degree programmes.

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160012, Republic of Kazakhstan,
Shymkent, Tauke Khan Avenue 5
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