School of Mining and Geosciences
School of Mining and Geosciences
School of Mining and Geosciences
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How to apply
- Step 1. Create your Personal account
- Go to admissions.nu.edu.kz portal, press the «Sign up» button and fill out the required information in English. Please select the program during choosing the Academic level.
- After completing the application, confirm it by clicking on the link sent to your email.
- Be sure to read the Instructions about the application procedure given in your Personal account.
- Step 2. Complete your Application Form and attach required documents
- In the «My Application Forms» section of your Personal account, open the link for Step 1. Fill out the Application Form that includes a Consent form for personal data processing. Make sure you have entered all the required information in the correct manner and press the «Upload» button.
- Afterwards, in the same section of your Personal account, proceed to Step 2 and upload the required documents. The format of the required documents is specified in the Personal account.
- Upload a photo (3*4) for documents to the «Profile» section in your Personal account.
- Step 3. Pay the application fee and finish the registration processTo finalize the application process, please click on the "PAY AND SUBMIT APPLICATION" button on your Personal account under the "My Application Forms" section. The application fee shall be paid online through the payment options available in the Personal account. The use of other payment methods for the application fee is not acceptable.
BSc
The application fee is 10 000 tenge. The application fee is increased 3 times from the established amount when paid within the last two weeks before the first officially approved deadline and during the extension period for accepting applications for participation in the admission process (30 000 tenge). The application fee is non-refundable, irrespective of the application outcome or payment errors.
MSc
The application fee is 15 000 tenge. The application fee is increased 3 times when paid within the last two weeks before the first approved deadline and during the extension period for accepting applications for participation in the admission process. The application fee is non-refundable, irrespective of the application outcome or payment errors.
PhD
You may apply for up to 2 Master's or PhD programs but if accepted into both, you must choose one.
The regular application fee is 15 000 tenge, and the late application fee is 45 000 tenge. The late application period is considered to be the last two weeks before the initially established application deadline. The application fee is non-refundable, regardless of the application outcome or any payment errors.
After submitting the online application, an applicant will not be able to make changes in the actions described in Step 2.
The Admissions Department will check your application and contact you if there is an issue with the application or specify if some documents are missing and deadlines to submit them. Incomplete or incorrect (uncorrected) applications will not be considered in the competition. - Step 4. Provide results of IELTS/TOEFL/GRE/GMATTo provide your IELTS/TOEFL/GRE/GMAT certificates, follow these steps:
- Electronic Submission: Send the electronic results of your valid IELTS/TOEFL/GRE/GMAT certificates directly to NU by the Test Administrator.
- Uploading IELTS/TOEFL Results: Upload a scanned copy of your IELTS/TOEFL certificate and enter its unique number in the “Upload IELTS/TOEFL results” section of your Personal account. You can upload multiple certificates, but only the most recent one will be considered.
- Uploading GRE/GMAT Results: Upload a scanned copy of your GRE/GMAT certificate in the “My Application Forms” section (Step 2) when submitting your documents (if required).
Take care when entering information regarding codes for test certificate submission via the Test Administrator or the Test Center. See below:- Code for IELTS: NU
- Code for TOEFL iBT: 6762
- Code for GRE: 6496
- Code for GMAT: H6m-R7-93
Important Notes:- NU is not responsible for submitting your test results. You must contact the Test Administrator (Test Center) independently to send your certificate, which takes at least 7-10 working days.
- Results received after the deadline will not be considered.
- All certificates must be valid at the time of application submission.
- Detailed instructions for submitting IELTS/TOEFL certificates are available in your Personal account.
- IELTS Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and TOEFL PDT results are not accepted.
- Video instructions on how to upload your IELTS/TOEFL results can be found here.
You may be exempt from providing IELTS/TOEFL if:- You earned a degree in a country where English is the official language.
- Your undergraduate or graduate degree was taught in English (confirming document required).
- You are a graduate of NU.
- Further stepsBSc
- Please check your email 1-2 weeks before the NUET exam – the information about the upcoming exam date, time and venue along with Exam Rules will be sent there.
- Please keep in mind that sometimes letters from the University may go to the spam box.
- After submission of the online Application Form, an automatic email notification will be sent to your referees with a request to submit a recommendation letter to NU in accordance with the provided online form. Detailed Instruction on providing recommendation letters is available in the Personal account.
- Check your email for notifications from NU and your Personal account to stay informed about the status of your application. Please keep in mind that sometimes letters from the University may go to the spam box.
- Participate in the interview with the Admissions Committee in case of being invited. Interviews are conducted in English.
- After you submit your online application form, an automatic email will be sent to your referees, asking them to submit a recommendation letter using the provided online form. Detailed instructions on how to submit recommendation letters are available in your Personal account.
- Regularly check your email and Personal account for updates about your application status, and remember to check your spam folder, as emails from the University may end up there.
- If invited, attend the interview with the Admissions Committee, which will be conducted in English.
- If you have any issues with the application, email phd_admissions@nu.edu.kz with a detailed description of the problem, your IIN (for citizens of Kazakhstan) and your Applicant ID number.
Undergraduate programs
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Mandatory entry requirements for all categories
Academic IELTS – overall 6.0 (writing 6.0, reading 5.5, listening 5.5, speaking 5.5)
OR
TOEFL iBT – 60 (reading – 8, listening – 7, speaking – 16, writing – 21)
(There is no minimum requirements for winners of International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads for IELTS/TOEFL IBT)
- Superscoring does not apply to IELTS/TOEFL.
- IELTS Online or IELTS Indicator, TOEFL iBT Home Edition or TOEFL PDT are not considered.
- IELTS/TOEFL test certificates are considered valid if their results do not expire by the 1st of August of the relevant academic year to which Applicants are applying. Results of a test, taken before August 1, 2023, are not considered in the competition.
- Applicants recommended for admission to the Undergraduate program with IELTS certificates equal to 6.0 overall shall comply with certain conditions for study according to the internal documents of the University.
Minimum entry requirements for NUET applicants category
NUET
120 total score and 50,50 passing scores per subject (Mathematics, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving) for participation in the competition.
Applicants with a minimum passing score can be considered for NUFYP program
Interview
At the request of the School
NUET (NU Entrance Test) – test that evaluates academic training for studying at the University
NUET
120 total score and 50,50 passing scores per subject (Mathematics, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving) for participation in the competition.
Applicants with a minimum passing score can be considered for NUFYP program
Interview
At the request of the School
NUET (NU Entrance Test) – test that evaluates academic training for studying at the University
- NUET is held in 2 subject sections - Mathematics and Critical Thinking & Problem Solving.
- Number of questions – 60.
- Test content – multiple-choice questions.
- Test duration – 120 minutes. Minimum passing score – determined by the Admissions Committee
- Test results are available in 6 weeks in a Personal account.
- The number of tasks and duration of the entry examination are subject for change by Test administrators.
- Information about access to the entry examination is placed in the applicant’s Personal account.
- Applicants are informed about examination date and venue, information on format, as well as required documents and Rules of conduct during the examination via email one week prior to the exams.
- If a violation of rules or conditions of passing the test occurs, the applicant's results are cancelled. In this case, the applicant is excluded from the competition. Disqualified applicants will not be able to enroll to NU in the future.
- There is no appeal procedure.
- NUET for all applicants is free of charge
Minimum entry requirements for SAT/ACT applicants category
Digital SAT Reasoning Test** or ACT
Digital SAT Reasoning Test – 1240
OR
ACT – 26 composite score
Interview
At the request of the School
SAT/ACT test results are valid if their results do not expire by the 1st of August of the relevant academic year to which Applicants are applying. Within this admission competition, the SAT and ACT certificates expiration period is two years.
*SAT/ACT certificates are considered without superscoring.
**Only Digital SAT test is considered in the competition.
Digital SAT Reasoning Test** or ACT
Digital SAT Reasoning Test – 1240
OR
ACT – 26 composite score
Interview
At the request of the School
SAT/ACT test results are valid if their results do not expire by the 1st of August of the relevant academic year to which Applicants are applying. Within this admission competition, the SAT and ACT certificates expiration period is two years.
*SAT/ACT certificates are considered without superscoring.
**Only Digital SAT test is considered in the competition.
Minimum entry requirements for IВ Diploma holders**
IB Diploma results
30 total score and 4, 4, 5 for 3 subjects of HL
Interview
At the request of the School
*Only IB Diploma holders who have the final results of IB Diploma by the deadline of application period can participate in the competition under this category (Within this admission competition, IB diploma expiration period is two years). Diplomas of 2023 and 2024 years are considered in the competition.
**IB Diploma holders also may choose to participate in the competition by the one of the following categories: “SAT/ACT applicants” or “NUET applicants” or "Winners of International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads (see the minimum requirements for these categories on the website)
IB Diploma results
30 total score and 4, 4, 5 for 3 subjects of HL
Interview
At the request of the School
*Only IB Diploma holders who have the final results of IB Diploma by the deadline of application period can participate in the competition under this category (Within this admission competition, IB diploma expiration period is two years). Diplomas of 2023 and 2024 years are considered in the competition.
**IB Diploma holders also may choose to participate in the competition by the one of the following categories: “SAT/ACT applicants” or “NUET applicants” or "Winners of International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads (see the minimum requirements for these categories on the website)
Minimum entry requirements for A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders**
A-level/NIS 12 Grade Certificate results
not less than ABB for any subjects
Interview
At the request of the School
*Only A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders who have the final results of A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate by the deadline of application period can participate in the competition under this category (Within this admission competition, A-level and NIS grade 12 Certificate expiration period is two years). Certificates of 2023 and 2024 are considered in the competition.
**A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders also may choose to participate in the competition by the one of the following categories: “SAT/ACT applicants” or “NUET applicants” or "Winners of International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads" (see the minimum requirements for these categories on the website).
A-level/NIS 12 Grade Certificate results
not less than ABB for any subjects
Interview
At the request of the School
*Only A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders who have the final results of A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate by the deadline of application period can participate in the competition under this category (Within this admission competition, A-level and NIS grade 12 Certificate expiration period is two years). Certificates of 2023 and 2024 are considered in the competition.
**A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders also may choose to participate in the competition by the one of the following categories: “SAT/ACT applicants” or “NUET applicants” or "Winners of International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads" (see the minimum requirements for these categories on the website).
List of International Subject Olympiads
*Applicants can apply with both Republican and International Olympiads
Minimum requirements for the winners of the International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads category
Type of Olympiad
Republic Olympiad
gold and silver medals (I, II place) for the current academic year. Interview Required
International Olympiad*
gold, silver and bronze medals (I, II, III place) for the last three years. Interview Required
- International Mathematics Olympiad – IMO
- International Physics Olympiad – IPHO
- International Chemistry Olympiad -IChO
- International Biology Olympiad IBO
- International Olympiad in Informatics – IOI
- International Zhautykov Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics and Informatics
- International Mendeleyev Chemistry Olympiad
- Republican Mathematics Olympiad
- Republican Physics Olympiad
- Republican Chemistry Olympiad
- Republican Biology Olympiad
- Republican Informatics Olympiad
*Applicants can apply with both Republican and International Olympiads
Minimum requirements for the winners of the International or/and Republican Subject Olympiads category
Type of Olympiad
Republic Olympiad
gold and silver medals (I, II place) for the current academic year. Interview Required
International Olympiad*
gold, silver and bronze medals (I, II, III place) for the last three years. Interview Required
- Minimum entry requirements: to be announced soon.
Undergraduate programs
Deadlines for online application
Deadlines for online application
NUET applicants, including international applicants (NUFYP and Undergraduate programs) - October 7 - November 28, 2024 (2 p.m. Astana time)
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for NUET applicants (NUFYP and Undergraduate programs) - December 19, 2024 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
International applicants (Undergraduate programs only and International SAT/ACT appicants for NUFYP): October 7 - February 27, 2025 (2 p.m. Astana time)
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for international applicants (Undergraduate programs only): April 3, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
Other categories (Undergraduate programs only): SAT/ACT applicants, IB Diploma holders, A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders, Winners of international and/or republican subject Olympiads - October 7 - March 27, 2025 (2 p.m. Astana time).
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for other categories (Undergraduate programs only): April 3, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
Provision of SAT/ACT results for other categories (Undergraduate programs only and International SAT/ACT appicants for NUFYP): April 3, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time). The latest SAT exam date that will be accepted March 8, 2025, ACT exam date February 8, 2025.
Full Tuition Based applicants (NUFYP and Undergraduate programs): October 7 - June 12, 2025 (2 p.m. Astana time).
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for Full Tuition Based applicants (NUFYP and Undergraduate programs) - June 19, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
Test results are mandatory to sent to the University address through the test administrator, using the NU Institutional Code:
NUET entrance exam: February- March, 2025
Deadline for provision of additional IELTS/TOEFL certificates in order to improve results of language tests (for applicants who have taken NUET exam): to be announced
Sending notifications about admission: May – July, 2025
Submission of hard copies of documents (upon request): June – July, 2025
Orientation week : to be announced
Start of classes : to be announced
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for NUET applicants (NUFYP and Undergraduate programs) - December 19, 2024 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
International applicants (Undergraduate programs only and International SAT/ACT appicants for NUFYP): October 7 - February 27, 2025 (2 p.m. Astana time)
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for international applicants (Undergraduate programs only): April 3, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
Other categories (Undergraduate programs only): SAT/ACT applicants, IB Diploma holders, A-level/NIS Grade 12 Certificate holders, Winners of international and/or republican subject Olympiads - October 7 - March 27, 2025 (2 p.m. Astana time).
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for other categories (Undergraduate programs only): April 3, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
Provision of SAT/ACT results for other categories (Undergraduate programs only and International SAT/ACT appicants for NUFYP): April 3, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time). The latest SAT exam date that will be accepted March 8, 2025, ACT exam date February 8, 2025.
Full Tuition Based applicants (NUFYP and Undergraduate programs): October 7 - June 12, 2025 (2 p.m. Astana time).
Provision of IELTS/TOEFL results for Full Tuition Based applicants (NUFYP and Undergraduate programs) - June 19, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Astana time).
Test results are mandatory to sent to the University address through the test administrator, using the NU Institutional Code:
- NU, Admissions Department (via IELTS TRF Verification Service) - for IELTS
- 6762 - for TOEFL iBT
NUET entrance exam: February- March, 2025
Deadline for provision of additional IELTS/TOEFL certificates in order to improve results of language tests (for applicants who have taken NUET exam): to be announced
Sending notifications about admission: May – July, 2025
Submission of hard copies of documents (upon request): June – July, 2025
Orientation week : to be announced
Start of classes : to be announced
Master Programs
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
https://nu.edu.kz/admissions/typesofstudy/graduate
Applicants applying to the program are expected to have:
2. Applicants, at the discretion of the Admissions Committee, can be exempted from submitting the language proficiency test report if:
– one of their earlier academic degrees was earned in a country with English as the language of official communication, academic instruction and daily life;
– an undergraduate and/or graduate degree was earned in a program which was officially taught in English;
– the applicant is a graduate of NU
Applicants applying to the program are expected to have:
- An undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent). During the application period, final year students may submit the official current transcript for consideration
- A minimum CGPA of 2.5 out of 4.00;
- High level of English proficiency. The absolute minimum requirement for English language proficiency test reports for admission to the program is:
2. Applicants, at the discretion of the Admissions Committee, can be exempted from submitting the language proficiency test report if:
– one of their earlier academic degrees was earned in a country with English as the language of official communication, academic instruction and daily life;
– an undergraduate and/or graduate degree was earned in a program which was officially taught in English;
– the applicant is a graduate of NU
- Strong reading, analytical, and mathematical skills as demonstrated by GRE test (optional). Although an official GRE score is not an essential requirement, an applicant can enhance her/his application with a competitive GRE score.
Master Programs
Application package checklist
Application package checklist
- Complete Application form
- National ID (for the citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan) and passport (for international applicants)
- Official document confirming name change (if applicable)
- Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree diploma with transcript; During the application period final year students may upload official current transcript for consideration
- An official electronic IELTS/TOEFL certificate (valid at the time of document submission) sent to the University through IELTS/TOEFL VERIFICATION SERVICES. Code for IELTS: NU. Code for TOEFL: 6762
- Document confirming English as the language of instruction (only for applicants who earned their degree in a program which was taught in English and request an exemption from submitting IELTS or TOEFL). Applicants should provide a detailed certificate/reference from the university indicating the number and list of subjects completed in English
- Curriculum vitae (up to 2 pages)
- GRE certificate valid as of the date of online documents submission (if applicable).
Master Programs
Deadlines for online application
Deadlines for online application
Important dates for those who are applying for the 2025-2026 academic year
Online application deadlines for Masters programs:
For all types of grants: the application deadline is January 23, 2025, 2 P.M. (Astana time) for international applicants and citizens of Kazakhstan.
For full tuition fee-paying category:
For all types of grants: the application deadline is February 3, 2025, 11:59 P.M. (Astana time) for international applicants and citizens of Kazakhstan.
For full tuition fee-paying category:
First day of classes: August 2025
Online application deadlines for Masters programs:
For all types of grants: the application deadline is January 23, 2025, 2 P.M. (Astana time) for international applicants and citizens of Kazakhstan.
For full tuition fee-paying category:
- International applicants: available until March 17, 2025, 2 P.M. (Astana time).
- Citizens of Kazakhstan: available until June 25, 2025, 2 P.M. (Astana time).
For all types of grants: the application deadline is February 3, 2025, 11:59 P.M. (Astana time) for international applicants and citizens of Kazakhstan.
For full tuition fee-paying category:
- International applicants: March 31, 2025, 11:59 P.M. (Astana time).
- Citizens of Kazakhstan: July 4, 2025, 11:59 P.M. (Astana time).
First day of classes: August 2025
PhD Programs
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
- Complete Application form;
- National ID (for the citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan) and passport (for international applicants);
- Official document confirming name change (if applicable);
- Degree diplomas (Bachelor’s and Master’s) with transcripts; During the application period, final year master's students may upload official current transcript for consideration;
- An official electronic IELTS/TOEFL certificate (except Home edition) (valid at the time of document submission) sent to the University through IELTS/TOEFL VERIFICATION SERVICES. Code for IELTS: NU. Code for TOEFL: 6762;
- Document confirming English as the language of instruction (only for applicants who earned their degree in a program which was taught in English and request an exemption from submitting IELTS or TOEFL). Applicants should provide a detailed certificate/reference from the university indicating the number and list of subjects completed in English;
- GRE or GMAT certificates valid as of date of online documents submission (optional);
- Statement of purpose describing applicant’s educational, professional, and research experience, reasons for applying to the School of Mining and Geosciences PhD program, further career perspectives and how new knowledge and skills obtained after the program completion would help to achieve those goals (500 words);
- Two letters of recommendation written within the last 12 months (to be provided by referees electronically or in hard copy). You can find the Instruction for submission of recommendation letters here;
- CV (up to 1 page).
PhD Programs
Application package checklist
Application package checklist
- Complete Application form;
- National ID (for the citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan) and passport (for international applicants);
- Official document confirming name change (if applicable);
- Degree diplomas (Bachelor’s and Master’s) with transcripts; During the application period, final year master's students may upload official current transcript for consideration;
- An official electronic IELTS/TOEFL certificate (except Home edition) (valid at the time of document submission) sent to the University through IELTS/TOEFL VERIFICATION SERVICES. Code for IELTS: NU. Code for TOEFL: 6762;
- Document confirming English as the language of instruction (only for applicants who earned their degree in a program which was taught in English and request an exemption from submitting IELTS or TOEFL). Applicants should provide a detailed certificate/reference from the university indicating the number and list of subjects completed in English;
- GRE or GMAT certificates valid as of date of online documents submission (optional);
- Statement of purpose describing applicant’s educational, professional, and research experience, reasons for applying to the School of Mining and Geosciences PhD program, further career perspectives and how new knowledge and skills obtained after the program completion would help to achieve those goals (500 words);
- Two letters of recommendation written within the last 12 months (to be provided by referees electronically or in hard copy). You can find the Instruction for submission of recommendation letters here;
- CV (up to 1 page).
PhD Programs
Deadlines for online application
Deadlines for online application
Online application deadlines:
- for the citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan - April 21, 2025, inclusive ( 2 pm Astana time);
- for international applicants - March 03, 2025, inclusive (2 pm Astana time).
Fees and Funding
NU strives to attract the most talented and motivated students from around the world. The university offers a variety of bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs across different fields of study.
The tuition fee for one academic year:
The tuition fee for one academic year:
Undergraduate programs
$15 000
Master's degree programs
$16 000
Doctoral programs
$23 500
*Settlements with residents of Kazakhstan are conducted in the national currency at the exchange rate of one US dollar as determined by the University.
Tuition-based admission is available to applicants who meet all requirements. Annually, NU determines the quota for tuition-based programs.
Tuition-based admission is available to applicants who meet all requirements. Annually, NU determines the quota for tuition-based programs.
Financial aid options
Reduced tuition is available to Kazakhstan citizens in the socially vulnerable categories, including:
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Orphaned students or children left without the care of one or both parents, under 29 years of age, who lost their parents before reaching 18. -
Students from large families with four or more co-residing siblings or half-siblings under the age of 23. -
Students with disabilities (1st, 2nd, or 3rd disability group). -
Students with one or both parents having a disability (1st, 2nd, or 3rd disability group).
For students in this category, the tuition fee across the Foundation, Bachelor's, and Master's programs ranges from $3,000 to $4,000 per academic year.
For employees of state enterprises and government agencies in Kazakhstan wishing to study in master's degree programs, the tuition fee is $8,000 per academic year.
Students who make a one-time advance payment of 100% of the tuition fee for one academic year, or the full amount specified in the Tuition Agreement, receive an additional 5% discount.
Our Contacts
Feel free to write, call, and visit us.
If you have any issues with the application, email with a detailed description of the problem, your IIN (for citizens of Kazakhstan) and your Applicant ID number.
- info_admissions@nu.edu.kz (Undergraduate)
- admissions.smg@nu.edu.kz (Graduate)
- phd_admissions@nu.edu.kz (PhD)
Regarding consultation on admissions
On academic issues
Address:
Address: 53, Kabanbay batyr Ave., Astana, 010000, Kazakhstan.
Office: 1.111 Block 1
Office: 1.111 Block 1
Phone numbers
+7 (7172) 64 25 84
+7 747 094 02 30
+7 747 094 02 30
Fees and Funding:
https://nu.edu.kz/admissions/formoffinance
For more detailed information about tuition fees, please contact the Bursar's Office:
https://nu.edu.kz/admissions/formoffinance
For more detailed information about tuition fees, please contact the Bursar's Office:
- Phone: +7 (7172) 70 60 32, 70 91 99
- Email: bursars_office@nu.edu.kz
- Office: 1.248B Block 1
- Address: 53, Kabanbay batyr Ave., Astana, 010000, Kazakhstan