Nazarbayev University
A flagship autonomous research university in Astana, Kazakhstan, offering undergraduate to doctoral programs with all instruction in English.
Nazarbayev University is a flagship autonomous research university founded in 2010 and located in Astana, Kazakhstan. It offers a comprehensive range of academic programs at the undergraduate, master's, doctoral, and residency levels. All instruction is conducted in English, reflecting a commitment to internationalization and partnerships with leading global universities.
The university is ranked among the top 23% of universities worldwide by Times Higher Education and is the top-ranked institution in Kazakhstan and the broader Central Asian and Caucasus region. Its research and teaching span several technical domains, including:
- Smart systems and artificial intelligence
- Engineering and digital sciences
- Life sciences
- Mining and geosciences
- Entrepreneurship
Nazarbayev University's stated vision is to drive innovation, research, and higher education excellence across Central Asia.