Apply for a Master’s Degree at
Maqsut Narikbayev University –
Seize the Opportunity for the
M. Narikbayev Scholarship!
Maqsut Narikbayev University –
Seize the Opportunity for the
M. Narikbayev Scholarship!
Future M. Narikbayev Scholarship Recipients!
Applicants for the M. Narikbayev Scholarship must submit to the Admissions Committee a valid Comprehensive Testing Certificate meeting the threshold scores required for their chosen educational programme, as outlined in the Admission Policy 2025
Candidates without a Comprehensive Testing Certificate that meets the threshold score will not be eligible for the internal scholarship, even if they successfully pass the competitive selection process.
Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan are eligible to apply
Applications are open to holders of a Bachelor’s degree or those graduating this year
until July 25
Online Individual Interview and Research Proposal Presentation
The stage is completed
until June 30
Required documents:
- Identification card
- Bachelor's degree diploma with supplement or a certificate from your current institution
- Resume
The stage is completed
until June 30
- Motivation Letter
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Research Proposal
The stage is completed
until July 25
Online Individual Interview and Research Proposal Presentation
The stage is completed
until June 30
Required documents:
- Identification card
- Bachelor's degree diploma with supplement or a certificate from your current institution
- Resume
The stage is completed
until June 30
- Motivation Letter
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Research Proposal
The stage is completed
Stage 1
Stage 2
⚠️ All written submissions for the internal educational grant competition for Master's degree programmes will be subject to a mandatory plagiarism check using the TURNITIN system.
Please note that a high level of originality is a key evaluation criterion. Ensure that your work is independently written and properly referenced, with accurate citations for all sources used.
Please note that a high level of originality is a key evaluation criterion. Ensure that your work is independently written and properly referenced, with accurate citations for all sources used.
3. Research Proposal ▼
Each applicant must prepare a Research Proposal on one of the suggested topics related to their chosen educational program
International School of Economics ▼
MNU Law School ▼
School of Liberal Arts ▼
Requirements:
Font — Times New Roman
Size — 12
Line spacing — 1
Font — Times New Roman
Size — 12
Line spacing — 1
2. Two Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation —
from academic supervisors, deans, or employers, issued on the official letterhead of the organisation, signed and stamped
This is not a mandatory requirement, but we strongly recommend obtaining letters of recommendation from individuals with whom you have interacted or collaborated over the past two years
1. Motivation Letter
In English
- Political Science and International Relations (2 years)
- Economics (2 years)
- Finance (2 years)
- Intellectual Property and Business Law (1 year)
- Translation Studies (1 year)
- Translation Studies (2 years)
- Applied Linguistics (2 years)
In Russian or Kazakh
- Law (1 year)
- IT Law (1 year)
- Competition Law (1 year)
- International Law (2 years)
- Law (2 years)
- Counselling Psychology (2 years)
Requirements:
Font — Times New Roman
Size — 12
Line spacing — 1
Word count — no more than 700 words
Font — Times New Roman
Size — 12
Line spacing — 1
Word count — no more than 700 words
Stage 2
Online Individual Interview and Research Proposal Presentation
At the third stage, applicants will take part in an individual online interview and defend their Research Proposal before the commission
Each candidate must:
- Prepare a presentation based on their Research Proposal, selecting a topic aligned with their chosen educational programme
- Clearly present the objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes of the study
- Be prepared to answer questions from the commission and justify the relevance of the chosen topic
It is recommended to use visual materials (e.g. slides, graphs) during the presentation. The presentation should not exceed 15 minutes and will be followed by a Q&A session with the commission (up to 5 minutes)
3 stage
The University has completed the competitive selection process for the Maqsut Narikbayev Scholarship 2025 among master's degree programs. This initiative aims to support students who demonstrate research potential and a strong interest in pursuing an academic career.
Applications were evaluated according to established criteria, with strict adherence to the principles of transparency and objectivity. The selection was conducted separately for programs of different durations: two-year research and pedagogical tracks were not in competition with one-year professional master's programs, due to differences in academic focus, objectives, and curriculum content.
Based on the results of the competition, the following candidates have been recommended:
We sincerely congratulate all selected candidates and thank all applicants for their interest in the program, their motivation, and the high level of preparation they demonstrated.
Your participation is a contribution to the development of the academic community and proof that truly passionate and ambitious students study at MNU.
Your participation is a contribution to the development of the academic community and proof that truly passionate and ambitious students study at MNU.
Results of the Maqsut Narikbayev Scholarship 2025 for Master's programs
Topics and Areas of Research by Schools
Economics and Finance:
Political Science and International Relations:
Regionalism in Central Asia
Central Asia in Global Governance
Global Infrastructure and Development Initiatives
Cybersecurity, Digital Risks, and Media in Politics
- Applied Microeconomics: Analyzing the behavior of individuals and firms in areas like labor markets, health, and education.
- Gender Economics: Examining the economic dimensions of gender inequality, including how societal norms, institutional barriers, and workplace practices influence women's economic outcomes, as well as the key drivers of gender disparities in employment and wages.
- Behavioral Economics and Finance: Exploring the psychological and behavioral factors that influence economic and financial decision-making.
- Investment and Risk Management: Investigating financial risk, portfolio optimization, and sustainable investment practices. This research should focus on navigating the complexities of financial markets, developing asset pricing strategies, and creating frameworks for managing risk in an increasingly uncertain world.
Political Science and International Relations:
Regionalism in Central Asia
- Identity Politics and Central Asian Integration: Exploring the role of identity in fostering regional unity and collaboration.
- Evolving Forms of Regionalism in Central Asia: Investigating how regionalism shapes cooperation and policies among Central Asian nations.
Central Asia in Global Governance
- Navigating Global Sanctions Diplomacy: Examining how Central Asia adapts to the complexities of global sanctions regimes.
- Energy Transition and the Geoeconomics of Critical Raw Materials: Assessing the region's role in global supply chains in critical raw materials essential for energy transitions.
- Independent Agency of Central Asian Countries in Transforming Global Order: Analyzing how Central Asian states assert their sovereignty and influence in the global arena.
Global Infrastructure and Development Initiatives
- Central Asia's Role in Global Infrastructure Projects: Evaluating the impact of initiatives like China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the European Union's Global Gateway on the region.
- Sustainable Development Goals and Regional Policies: Aligning regional initiatives with global sustainability objectives.
Cybersecurity, Digital Risks, and Media in Politics
- Digital Risks and Cyber Challenges in Central Asia: Investigating the cybersecurity landscape and its implications for regional security.
- The Role of Media in Politics: Analyzing how media influences political processes and governance in the digital age.
Research School of Administrative and German Law
Research School of Criminal Law and Procedure
Research School of Private Law
Research School of International Public and Private Law
Research School of Islamic Law
- Analogy of Law and Analogy of Right: Features of Application in the Field of Administrative Proceedings
- The State and Prospects of Applying an Administrative Contract in the Field of Public Administration
- Constitutional Law in the Context of Digital Transformation: Protection of Personal Data and Freedom of Expression
- Constitutional Rights in States of Emergency: Legitimacy and Limits of Restrictions
- Applicability of Classical Employment Relations Indicators in the Context of Digitalization and the Development of Artificial Intelligence
- The Problem of Abuse of Right in Employment Relations
Research School of Criminal Law and Procedure
- Topical Issues of Personal Data Protection and Information Security Through Criminal Law
- Theoretical and Legal Criteria for Distinguishing Between Criminal Offences and Administrative Offenses
Research School of Private Law
- The role of doctrine for law enforcement practice in civil cases
- Evaluative Categories in Civil Law: Discretion VS Formal Certainty
Research School of International Public and Private Law
- Norm Conflicts in Public International Law
- Jurisdiction and Law Applicable to Transboundary Private Relationships: Challenges of Digitalization
Research School of Islamic Law
- Sharia and Human Rights – Basic Principles of Islamic Law Regarding Human Rights
- The Principle of Justice in Islamic law – Justice in Fiqh and Its Significance in the Modern Judicial System of Muslim Countries
Counselling Psychology:
Applied Linguistics and Translation Studies
- Socio-Psychological Aspects of Corrupt Behaviour
- Modern Methods of Family Counselling: Innovative Techniques and Systematic Approaches
- The Impact of Digital Technologies on Family Relationships: The Influence of Social Networks and Remote Communication
- The Role of Moral Norms and Cultural Traditions in Corrupt Practices
- The Psychology of Power and Managerial Decision-Making
- Emotional Regulation in the Learning Process: Effects of Stress and Anxiety on Cognitive Abilities
- Gamification and Interactive Technologies in Education: Impact on Student Motivation and Engagement
- Motivation Among University Students: Internal and External Factors
- Self-Regulated Learning: Strategies for Managing Learning and Time Independently
- Transformation of the Family Institution: Shifts Toward Partnerships and Changes in Family Roles
Applied Linguistics and Translation Studies
- Product-based Translation Issues
- Multimodal Texts
- Professional Terminology
- Cognitive Metaphors
- Teaching Foreign Languages
- Innovations in Higher Education
- Using Technologies in Teaching
- Curriculum Design
- Use of AI in Teaching
- Communicative Language Teaching Approach
- Teaching in Higher Education
- Corpus Linguistics
- Critical Discourse Analysis in Social Science Research
- Language Policy and Planning
- Semantics and Pragmatics of Linguistic Units
- Syntax
- Comparative Studies of Languages (Linguistic Aspects and Translation; Applying Various Methods, including Corpus Linguistics)
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