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A Master’s degree represents the level of education that follows a Bachelor’s degree and is aimed at deepening knowledge in a particular field or specialisation.
Why Us
MNU offers opportunities to gain international academic experience through partnerships with over 95 universities in 30 countries.
Academic Mobility and Erasmus+
MNU Master’s programmes provide professional training for globally recognised certifications such as CFA, GARP, ACCA, CIMA, IHRCI, and ICAEW.
International Professional Certifications
It is beneficial for individuals seeking to deepen their expertise and enhance their professional qualifications within their area of practice, as well as for those pursuing a career in research or academia.
Postgraduate Programmes at MNU
Evening Classes
Provide the opportunity to pursue both work and study simultaneously
International Accreditations
MNU is the first university in Central Asia to receive accreditation from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA, UK).
The university is also accredited by FIBAA, ACCA, CFA Institute, CIMA, IQAA, IHRCI, DAAD, GARP, ICAEW Chartered Accountants, and Association of MBAs.
Among the institutions evaluated by QAA are the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, King’s College London, and other leading universities worldwide.
The university is also accredited by FIBAA, ACCA, CFA Institute, CIMA, IQAA, IHRCI, DAAD, GARP, ICAEW Chartered Accountants, and Association of MBAs.
Among the institutions evaluated by QAA are the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, King’s College London, and other leading universities worldwide.
MNU
Магистратура представляет собой уровень образования, который следует после бакалавриата и направлен на углубленное изучение определенной области знаний или специализации.
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Profession-oriented Programme (1–1.5 years)
Designed for professionals seeking to upgrade their qualifications, deepen their knowledge, and apply modern approaches in their field. The programme focuses on developing managerial and applied competencies necessary for successful career advancement.
Scientific-Pedagogically oriented (2 years)
Intended for those planning to pursue research, academic teaching, or doctoral studies. The programme offers an in-depth study of the chosen field and focuses on developing academic and research competencies.
Our Schools and Educational Programmes
Programme Group: M078 — Law
Law — 1 and 2 years of study
International Law — 2 years of study
Intellectual Property and Business Law — 1 year of study
Applicants must confirm their English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 / Duolingo English Test 105—115 / TOEFL 60—78
Applicants must confirm their English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 / Duolingo English Test 105—115 / TOEFL 60—78
IT Law — 1 year of study
Competition Law — 1 year of study
International School of Economics
Programme Group: M070 — Economics
Economics — 2 years of study
Programme Group: M074 — Finance, Banking and Insurance
Finance — 2 years of study
Programme Group: M064 — International Relations
Political Science and International Relations — 2 years of study
School of Liberal Arts
Programme Group: M056 — Translation Studies, Simultaneous Interpretation
Translation Studies — 1 and 2 years of study
Programme Group: M059 — Foreign Philology
Applied Linguistics — 2 years of study
Programme Group: M066 — Psychology
Counselling Psychology — 2 years of study
The Enrolment Process for Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan
- Pass Comprehensive TestingRegister for the Comprehensive Testing (CT) on the website
Registration Periods:- Summer enrolment: from 1 June to 8 July
- Winter enrolment: from 28 October to 10 November
Testing Periods:- Summer enrolment: from 20 July to 10 August
- Winter enrolment: from 18 November to 1 December
Validity Period of Certificates:- The CT certificate issued between 20 July and 10 August is valid until 1 December of the current year.
- The CT certificate issued between 18 November and 1 December is valid until 1 March of the following year.
- Achieve a Passing Score1—1.5 Years — Profession-oriented Master’s Degree Programme
For admission to the profession-oriented Master’s degree programme, the minimum passing score is 30 out of 70, with no less than 7 in all modules.BLOCK
TEST ON THE SPECIALISATION OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME GROUP
TOTAL
Maximum score
Major Subject 1
Major Subject 2
70
30
40
Passing score
7
7
30
2 Years — Scientifically and Pedagogically oriented Master’s Degree Programme
For admission to the scientifically and pedagogically oriented Master’s degree programme, the minimum passing score is 75 out of 150 (at least 25 in the Foreign Language and no less than 7 in other modules)Block
Foreign Language Test English, German, French
Readiness for Study Test (RST)
Test on the Specialisation of the Educational Programme Group
Total
Maximum score
50
30
Major Subject 1
Major Subject 2
150
30
40
Passing score
25
7
7
7
75
- Submit a Package of Documents to the Admissions OfficeThe required documents include:
- Diploma with transcript (original);
- Six 3×4 photographs (original and digital copy);
- Medical certificate form 075-U (original with stamp);
- Chest X-ray / fluorography (original with stamp);
- Original and copy of identity document;
- Copy of military registration certificate or military ID;
- Certificate of the Comprehensive Testing (CT);
- Receipt for payment of the Admission fee.
Comprehensive Testing (CT) Subjects for Admission to the Master’s Degree Programme:Educational Programme Group
Specialisation
Major Subject 1
Major Subject 2
М056
Translation Studies, Simultaneous Interpretation
Translation Studies
Theory of Translation
Professionally Oriented Foreign Language
М059
Foreign Philology
Applied Linguistics
Fundamentals of Language Theory
Professionally Oriented Foreign Language
М064
International Relations
Political Science and International Relations
Foreign Policy of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Diplomatic and Consular Service
М066
Psychology
Counselling Psychology
General
Psychology
Development Psychology
М070
Economics
Economics
Business Economics
Macroeconomics
М074
Finance, Banking and Insurance
Finance
Fundamentals of Finance
Corporate Finance
М078
Law
Law
Competition Law
IT Law
International Law
Intellectual Property and Business Law
Theory of State and Law
Situational Case
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATES
Applicants holding one of the following certificates are exempt from the foreign language section of the Comprehensive Testing (CT) for Master’s programmes.
English:- IELTS (International English Language Testing System) — minimum score of 6.0
- TOEFL IBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-based Test) — minimum score of 60
- Deutsche Sprachpruefung fuer den Hochschulzugang (DSH) — Niveau C1/Level C1
- TestDaF- Prufung (DSH) — Niveau С1/ Level C1
- Test de Français International™ (TFI) — minimum level B1 in reading and listening sections
- Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française (DELF) — level B2
- Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française (DALF) — level C
- Test de connaissance du français (TCF) — minimum 50 points
Admission Process for International Applicants
International applicants are admitted to Master’s programmes based on an interview.
The interview is conducted online and held in the language of the chosen educational programme.
Upon successful completion of the interview, the applicant becomes eligible to prepare and submit the required documents to the Admissions Office. The application package must include:
The interview is conducted online and held in the language of the chosen educational programme.
Upon successful completion of the interview, the applicant becomes eligible to prepare and submit the required documents to the Admissions Office. The application package must include:
- Passport
- Higher education diploma (original)
- Apostille/legalisation of the education document (depending on the country of issue, provided by the Ministry of Education or Ministry of Justice)
- Certificate of no criminal record
- Interview protocol
- Six 3×4 photographs
- Admissions committee protocol
- Motivation letter
- Language proficiency certificate for the “Intellectual Property and Business Law” programme: IELTS Academic – minimum 6.0 / Duolingo English Test – minimum 105 / TOEFL iBT – minimum 60
- Receipt for payment of the one-time admission fee
- Notarised translation of passport into Kazakh or Russian (3 copies)
- Notarised translation of education documents into Kazakh or Russian (2 copies)
- Health insurance (We recommend obtaining health insurance from Interteach: www.interteach.kz)
- Medical certificate form 075/U (original)
- Chest X-ray / fluorography (original)
- Recognition of education documents (certificate)
Contact us
postgraduate@mnu.kz
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