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On June 2, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences (KAMK) from Finland paid an official visit to Astana International University (AIU). This meeting marked a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and opened new opportunities for academic and research collaboration.

During the visit, both institutions discussed promising areas of cooperation, focusing on Information Technology, Business and Economics, Tourism, and Environmental Studies. Special attention was given to launching joint undergraduate and graduate programs, developing academic mobility, and implementing internships, exchanges, and joint practical initiatives.

AIU presented its achievements in the fields of internationalization, global university rankings, and extensive partnerships with universities across Europe, Asia, and the United States. KAMK representatives expressed their readiness to engage in practice-oriented formats of cooperation, including joint modules, project-based learning, and online programs.

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences (KAMK) is a renowned applied sciences university located in central Finland. Founded in 1992, KAMK is recognized nationally and regionally for its innovative approach to education. Today, it serves approximately 3,300 students, with more than 5,500 alumni.

KAMK offers:

• 10 bachelor’s degree programs in Finnish and 4 in English;

• 7 master’s degree programs in Finnish and 2 in English.

KAMK consistently ranks at the top for the quality of teaching and student support services in Finland. The Finnish Education Evaluation Centre (FINEEC) awarded KAMK a Quality Label, valid through spring 2027.

According to its KAMK’30 strategy, the university aims to be an attractive, safe, and healthy learning community; to provide outcome-driven education that meets societal needs; and to serve as a trusted national and international partner in key academic fields.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties agreed to prepare a Memorandum of Understanding, covering the following key areas:

• Development of joint academic programs;

• Exchange of students, faculty, and researchers;

• Joint scientific events and exchange of publications;

• Professional development and training programs.

Both AIU and KAMK expressed confidence that this partnership will serve as a practical platform for sharing knowledge, perspectives, and innovative educational approaches, contributing to the training of highly skilled professionals for the sustainable future of both countries.

Astana International University (AIU) had the honor of welcoming His Royal Majesty Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi — the Ooni of Ife and spiritual leader of the Yoruba people, the largest ethnic group in Nigeria with a population of around 40 million.

The visit took place as part of the monarch’s participation in the Astana International Forum, where he served as a speaker in a special session titled "Kazakhstan–Africa: Opening New Horizons of Cooperation", held for the first time in the forum’s history.

During the official meeting at AIU, His Majesty highlighted that Nigeria is currently the most populous country in Africa, with a population exceeding 235 million. With a median age of just 18.1 years, Nigeria is also one of the youngest nations in the world. This demographic feature creates a pressing need for large-scale solutions in the field of education. The Nigerian government is actively seeking international partners interested in providing educational opportunities for its youth. Key priorities include the development of academic mobility programs, the implementation of dual-degree initiatives, and the expansion of language education. In this context, the visit of His Majesty marked an important step toward discussing practical mechanisms of cooperation and potential agreements between Astana International University and Nigerian institutions.

During the meeting, the President of AIU presented the university’s history, provided detailed information about the faculty, international programs, and academic achievements. Special emphasis was placed on internationalization and multilingual education. According to the Rector, international students at AIU have access to instruction in Kazakh, English, Russian, and Chinese — both through traditional formats and modern digital tools.

AIU currently brings together students from 12 countries, and the agreement with Nigerian representatives will become the first step for Nigerian students to join the university’s global academic community.

"We sincerely believe that education is a bridge between cultures and continents. The visit of such a distinguished leader as His Royal Majesty Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi is a symbol of mutual respect and the beginning of a new partnership in the field of higher education," noted the Rector of Astana International University.

On May 29, 2025, the official presentation of the Kazakh-language edition of the four-volume collection "The Governance of China" by Chinese President Xi Jinping took place at Nazarbayev University in Astana. The event was attended by the President of Astana International University, Serik Aztaevich Irsaliev, as well as representatives of BLCU Kazakhstan — the local branch of Beijing Language and Culture University, operating at AIU in partnership with one of China’s top institutions.

The event brought together over 300 participants from government agencies, academia, the diplomatic community, and media organizations of both Kazakhstan and China. Distinguished guests included Kazakhstan’s Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva, Vice Minister of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee Hu Heping, Deputy Chair of the State Ethnic Affairs Commission of China Guo Wei, Director of the China Foreign Languages Publishing Administration Du Zhanyuan, and Chinese Ambassador to Kazakhstan Han Chunlin.

📚 The book covers key issues of modern Chinese governance, political philosophy, development strategies, and international engagement. The Kazakh edition was the result of close cooperation between Kazakh and Chinese publishing houses, including Foliant Publishing and the Nationalities Publishing House of China.

🌏 The participation of AIU and BLCU Kazakhstan underscored the vital role of academic and cultural exchange in strengthening bilateral relations. As President of AIU Serik Irsaliev noted:
“Our mission is to serve as an intellectual bridge between Kazakhstan and China. Joint educational projects such as BLCU are our contribution to a shared future built on mutual understanding, knowledge, and respect.”

Astana International University extends its gratitude to the organizers and reaffirms its commitment to fostering international cooperation in education, research, and humanitarian initiatives.

A team of 2nd-year management students from the Higher School of Economics of

Astana International University took part in the XIII International Correspondence Olympiad

(for undergraduates and undergraduates) on the topic: "Management digitalization: new

opportunities and challenges." The Olympiad is held annually at the Al-Farabi Kazakh National

University, Department of Management.

Yerasyl Magzumov, Balnur Kaldybayeva, Suleymen Bekslan, Balgin Arman, Murat

Nurzat passed all the stages and, according to the results of the Olympiad, the competition

committee recommended awarding a diploma of the III degree. The scientific supervisor of the

student’s candidate of Economics, associate professor Kadyrova G. A. Congratulations to our

students, and we wish them new achievements!

On May 28, 2025, the Astana International University (AIU) signed a memorandum of cooperation with Dyslex Home School — the first and only school in Kazakhstan and the CIS dedicated to teaching children with dyslexia using the Ronald Davis method.

The goal of this cooperation is to establish a strategic partnership in developing inclusive education in Kazakhstan and to build mutually beneficial relations in educational, research, and practical fields. Key areas of collaboration include the organization of professional internships for AIU students, implementation of joint projects, and the development and delivery of training and retraining programs in the field of pedagogical sciences.

Raising awareness about neurodiverse conditions such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia is more important than ever. These conditions are not related to intellectual disabilities but require a specialized educational approach. Children with such features often demonstrate strong creative thinking skills but face significant challenges in traditional educational systems.

Dyslex Home School applies the internationally recognized Ronald Davis method, which helps children struggling with reading, writing, and math unlock their potential and learn in a comfortable, supportive environment.

The signed memorandum marks an important step toward establishing a comprehensive system for training highly qualified educators capable of working effectively with children who experience learning difficulties. AIU continues to actively promote inclusive education, expanding the horizons of pedagogical science and practice.

Astana International University invites students to take part in the prestigious Oxford Summer School, which will be held from 14 to 19 September 2025 at the world-renowned University of Oxford.

The summer school is organized by our partner – Newton University (Czech Republic) – as part of the Memorandum of Understanding signed with AIU. The program is designed to enhance students’ academic growth, cultural engagement, and personal development.

📌 Key details:

🔹 Dates: 14–19 September 2025
🔹 Location: University of Oxford, UK
🔹 Participants: academically motivated and active students
🔹 Selection: based on interviews
🔹 Language of instruction: English

💼 What’s included:

• lectures by renowned professors

• academic sessions and workshops

• cultural events

• formal dinner

• accommodation and meals

💵 Program fee: 24,900 CZK (~€1000)
📌 Deposit: 10,000 CZK
🗓 Balance due by 30 June 2025
✈️ Not included: flights, local transportation, entrance fees

📝 Registration:

• Applications must be submitted through a dedicated link (provided by the program coordinator).

• Andrea King (NEWTON University) will assist with logistics and coordination.

• Limited number of seats available!

📨 For further information, please contact the Dean’s Office of the Higher School of Economics at AIU.

Astana International University has received an invitation from one of India’s leading business schools – Management Development Institute (MDI Gurgaon) – to participate in the international India Immersion Programme 2025–2026, themed "Doing Business in India".

MDI Gurgaon is a top-ranked, AACSB- and AMBA-accredited business school, ranked #42 in QS Global MBA Rankings 2025 and #85 in FT Global MBA Rankings 2024. The campus is located just 25 minutes from the Delhi International Airport.

📚 Eligible participants: undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Economics, Management, Finance, and related fields.

Participation Options:

🔹 5-Day Programme

• Academic Fee: 600 Euro

• Lodging & Meals (7 Days): 210 Euro

🔹 6-Day Programme

• Academic Fee: 700 Euro

• Lodging & Meals (8 Days): 250 Euro

Included in the programme:
📌 Academic sessions, certificates, study materials
📌 Cultural and industry visits (including tours to Delhi and Agra)
📌 Welcome dinner, coffee breaks, administrative support

✈️ Not included: air travel, visa, airport transfer, and personal expenses.

📅 Dates to be scheduled by mutual agreement.
👥 Minimum group size – 15 students.

📨 For more information, please contact the Dean’s Office of the Higher School of Economics or the AIU International Relations Department.

 On May 27, 2025, a roundtable discussion was held at our university on the topic: “The Role of Networking in Advancing Environmental Initiatives Related to POPs and Obsolete Pesticides.”

 The event brought together scientists and experts, representatives of environmental NGOs, international organizations working in the field of sustainable development and chemical safety, as well as government officials.

 The core of the discussion focused on the role of networking and cross-sectoral collaboration: how joint efforts by the scientific community, civil society, international institutions, and authorities help promote environmental initiatives, enhance knowledge exchange, and accelerate the implementation of sustainable solutions for managing POPs and hazardous legacy chemicals.

 During the discussion, participants shared successful case studies, explored challenges and opportunities for cross-sectoral synergy, and outlined steps to expand professional networks and platforms for cooperation.

 Event Organizers:

 ToxicNet – Regional Network on Chemical Safety and POPs

 Astana International University

 Center for Sustainable Development Support and FAO

Many thanks to all speakers and participants for their active engagement and inspiring ideas! 

#Ecology #Networking #ToxicNet #SustainableDevelopment #POPs #AIU #EcoProjects

On May 24, 2025, Astana International University hosted a guest lecture at the School of Arts and Humanities by PhD Temirlan Tulegenov, an expert in intellectual property law. The session focused on the fundamentals and current challenges of copyright in the creative industries.

Temirlan Tulegenov, a lawyer with 24 years of experience and a lecturer on copyright law, delivered an engaging and accessible talk to students, faculty, and creative professionals. His lecture covered essential principles of copyright and related rights.

🔹 Key topics included:

• the difference between copyright and related rights;

• property vs. moral (non-property) rights;

• licensing mechanisms and the transfer of rights;

• how to properly register and protect creative works;

• legal risks in using third-party content, including open-source materials and online content;

• copyright protection in Kazakhstan;

• the difference between a copyright society and a music publishing company.

Special attention was given to emerging issues such as copyright infringement on the internet, the use of AI, and academic or educational reuse of content.

📍 The event was organized at the initiative of the Creative Industries Alliance of Qazaqstan.

AIU extends its gratitude to Temirlan Tulegenov for the informative and thought-provoking lecture, and thanks all participants for their active engagement and interest in the legal dimensions of creativity.

On May 23, 2025, Astana International University hosted an
International Scientific-Practical Conference titled:
“10 Years of the Criminal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Penal Code and Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan: Results, Practice and Prospects.”

The conference brought together representatives of the Constitutional Court, Central Election Commission, Parliament, Supreme Court, Ministry of Justice, General Prosecutor’s Office, Ministry of Internal Affairs, and scholars from Kazakhstani and international universities, including Moscow State University, Moscow State Law Academy, Russian State University of Justice, and Pyatigorsk State University.

Participants discussed the outcomes of a decade of implementation of key codes, current challenges in legal enforcement, future reforms, and alignment with international standards.

📚 The conference featured the presentation of two monographs authored by
Isidor Borchashvili, Doctor of Law, Professor (AIU):
– “Circumstances Excluding Criminality of an Act”
– “Criminal Offenses Against the Family and Minors: Law, Theory and Practice”

As a result of the discussions, a draft recommendation document was developed, outlining proposals to create a new concept of criminal policy, revise the existing codes, reconsider certain legal norms, and further digitalize the administrative legal system. Particular attention was given to reforming legal education and strengthening scientific expertise in lawmaking.

📍 The recommendations will be submitted to the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Justice, and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education for consideration and appropriate action to improve criminal and administrative legislation.

AIU sincerely thanks all participants for their meaningful presentations, proposals, and open professional dialogue.

On May 22, 2025, Astana International University, in collaboration with the Language Policy Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the International “Kazakh Language” Society, and the National Academy of Sciences under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, held a republican seminar-meeting entitled “Language Strategy in Science: Problems and Solutions.”
The purpose of the seminar was to expand the use of the state language in the scientific sphere.

The seminar was attended by officials responsible for the development of the state language in higher educational institutions, research institutes, and centers, as well as representatives of the Committees for quality assurance in postgraduate education, science, and higher education, and the Association of Universities. The participants discussed ways to improve the administrative and organizational processes related to the use of the state language in scientific articles, dissertations, scientific and technical projects, and documentation.

The seminar opened with a welcoming speech by the Chairman of the Language Policy Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Candidate of Philological Sciences Yerbol Yerdembekuly Tileshov. The session continued with presentations by the Vice-President of the International “Kazakh Language” Society, Doctor of Philology, Professor, and academician of the NAS RK Sherubai Kurmanbaiuly on “Topical Issues of Improving and Standardizing Scientific Terminology,” and the Vice-President of Astana International University Kairat Amangeldyuly Abdrakhmanov on “Compliance with Language Legislation in Educational Documentation,” among others.

Particular attention was drawn to the report by Berikhan Iisbekuly, Doctor of Science and Chief Expert of the Department for Ensuring Compliance with Language Legislation under the Language Policy Committee, titled “Language Situation in Science: Achievements and Challenges,” which analyzed the use of Kazakh in scientific publications and official documentation at universities across the country.

According to the leadership of the Language Policy Committee, from now on, documentation and activities related to the Kazakh language in universities will be strictly monitored. It is hoped that this renewed focus on the Kazakh language will yield positive results.

On May 22, 2025, Astana International University hosted the national seminar "Language Strategy in Science: Challenges and Solutions", organized in cooperation with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Committee on Language Policy), the International "Kazakh Language" Society, the National Academy of Sciences of Kazakhstan under the President, and AIU.

🔹 The main goal was to expand the use of the Kazakh language in scientific work, increase the share of dissertations, research projects, and scientific publications written in the state language, and improve administrative processes related to language compliance.

📍 The seminar was held in accordance with the instruction of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during the second session of the National Kurultai “Just Kazakhstan – Honest Citizen.”

🔷 The seminar brought together representatives of leading universities, research institutions, ministerial departments, and language policy experts.

💬 Speakers and their topics:

• Erbol Tileşov, Chairman of the Committee on Language Policy of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, PhD in Philology – Opening remarks and current state policy on the use of Kazakh in science.
• Sherubai Kurmanbaiuly, Doctor of Philology, Professor, Academician of NAS RK, Vice President of the International "Kazakh Language" Society – Key issues in scientific terminology and standardization.
• Zhanar Temirbekova, Candidate of Economic Sciences, Rector of the International Kazakh-Turkish University named after Khoja Akhmet Yassawi – Experience of organizing the “Kazakh Language – Language of Science” symposium and academic terminology development.
• Berikhan Iisbekuly, PhD, Chief Expert at the Committee on Language Policy – Current state and challenges in scientific language use.
• Ardak Baisanbai, Candidate of Philological Sciences, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University – University strategies for developing scientific use of Kazakh.
• Ertargyn Shakhman, Candidate of Geographical Sciences, Vice-Rector for Youth Policy and Social Affairs at Toraygyr University – University practice in implementing language policy in research.
• Kairat Abdrakhmanov, Vice President of AIU – Observance of language legislation in educational documentation.
• Kuantar Alikhanov, Director of the Interdisciplinary Science Center of the NAS RK – The role of the Academy in enhancing Kazakh as a scientific language.

🔍 The event concluded with an open discussion, where participants shared opinions and practical suggestions for enhancing language strategy in the scientific sphere.

📍 For AIU, this seminar marked an important contribution to promoting the state language in academia. The university remains committed to supporting initiatives aimed at establishing Kazakh as a full-fledged language of science.