Program Overview
The Eurasian Studies at Nazarbayev University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Eurasian Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Kazakhstan and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Eurasian Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Politics of Eurasia
- Post-Socialist Capitalism and Development
- Social Problems and Issues in Eurasia
- Buddhism in Central Asia
- Utopia in Russian and Soviet Literature
- The Russian Empire in Asia and its neighbours, 1552 1919
- Cotton, Irrigation and Power
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- application form available online
- CV/resume
- personal essay
- three confidential letters of recommendation
- notarized copy of Bachelors or other degree diplomas with transcript(s)
- notarized copy of passport or identity card
- valid GRE test report (if available)
- language proficiency test reports (IELTS or TOEFL) valid as of the commencement of the Eurasian Studies program (for non-native English speakers)
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview with the Admissions Committee, which will consist of members of the faculty and an external member from a leading international university. The Admissions Committee will evaluate applications on the basis of the information submitted in English.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Nazarbayev University
Nazarbayev University
Astana, Kazakhstan
international research university based in Astana, Kazakhstan
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
