Maqsut Narikbayev University Scholarship
Win an Internal Grant
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KAZ
RUS
Detailed conditions for participation in the competition are outlined below.
Competitive selection is based on a comprehensive assessment of the candidate, including UNT scores (the higher, the better), submitted documents, interviews (if necessary), as well as the content, structure, and presentation of the abstract. The final stage includes an oral defence consisting of a presentation, responses to questions, and justification of the chosen topic.

All written work submitted as part of the scholarship competition will undergo mandatory plagiarism screening via the TURNITIN system.
Please note: a high level of text originality is one of the evaluation criteria. Ensure your work is self-written and correctly references all used sources.

Important: The number of scholarships is limited.

rasul:
What is it?
Admission:
The Maqsut Narikbayev University Scholarship is an internal academic Olympiad designed to support talented and motivated applicants pursuing bachelor’s degree programmes.
berik:
What is it for?
Admission:
The Olympiad offers the opportunity to fully cover tuition fees based on academic excellence, personal motivation, leadership potential, and the applicant’s social contributions.
assel:
Who can apply?
Admission:
  • School graduates with high UNT scores
  • Medal winners of Olympiads, active participants, and volunteers
  • Applicants intending to enrol in the ISE, MLS, or SLA programmes.
State Grants
Allocated by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, awarded based on UNT results
M. NARIKBAYEV SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded through the
University Olympiad
Sponsored Grants
Provided by the university's partner organisations
Our Programmes
Stage 1 (until 20 June)
Motivation Letter + Recommendation Letter
Stage 2 (until 22 July)
Requirements
Abstract
Stage 3 (until 15 August)
Requirements
Presentation Defence
STAGES
To participate in the first stage, applicants must upload the following documents:
  • UNT Certificate
  • Motivation Letter
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Certificates of awards or participation in National or City Olympiads

(Note: To apply for the Maqsut Narikbayev University Scholarship, you must submit a UNT certificate that aligns with the required specialised subjects. A higher UNT score grants additional advantages.)

(Participation or awards in city or national Olympiads are not mandatory but serve as an additional merit. If applicable, upload supporting documentation.)
Motivation Letter Requirements:
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font size: 12
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Minimum word count: 500
  • Structure: Introduction, Main Body, Conclusion
  • Style: Formal and business-like (avoid slang, jargon, and grammatical errors)
  • Language: Corresponds with the language of the chosen educational programme
Letter of Recommendation Requirements:
  • Issued on official letterhead
  • Signed by a recommender (e.g. Director, Head Teacher, Homeroom Teacher, Academic Supervisor)
  • Includes the official seal of the institution
UNT Certificate Requirements:
  • Must meet the minimum passing score criteria
  • Subjects must correspond to the chosen speciality
  • PDF version of the certificate must be uploaded

Note: A higher UNT score offers additional benefits.
Abstract Submission
Formatting Requirements:
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font size: 14
  • Line spacing: 1
  • Paragraph indent: 1.25 cm
  • Text alignment: Justified (Width alignment)
  • Length: 3–5 pages
Title Page Must Include:
  • Full name (last name, first name, patronymic)
  • Title of the abstract
  • Name of the educational institution
  • Chosen specialisation
What is an abstract, and what should it include?
An abstract is a concise summary of the applicant’s research work, offering a clear overview of its essence. It should include:

1. Introduction
  • Purpose of the Work
  • Relevance of the Topic
2. Methodology
  • Brief description of applied methods such as experiments, data analysis, modelling, surveys, etc.
3. Key Findings
  • Key findings of the study
  • Main conclusions and data obtained, if applicable
4. Conclusion
  • Practical significance
  • Implications for future research
Individual Online Interview and Research Presentation Defence
  • In the final stage, applicants undergo an individual online interview and defend their abstract before the selection committee.
Each candidate must:
  • Prepare a presentation based on their research topic, aligned with their chosen educational programme
  • Clearly outline the objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes of their research
  • Be prepared to justify the relevance of their topic and answer questions from the committee
It is recommended to use visual aids (slides, graphs, etc.) to support your defence. The duration of the presentation is no more than 15 minutes, followed by questions from the committee (up to 5 minutes).
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