Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU) is the largest and oldest public university in Kazakhstan, founded in 1934 in Almaty. It is a leading institution in Central Asia, designated as a National University in 2001, and is a popular choice for international students, particularly for its medical programs.
Contact and location
- Address: 71 al-Farabi Avenue, Almaty 050040, Kazakhstan.
- Website: kaznu.kz/en.
- Phone (Contact Center): +7 (727) 377-33-30.
- Email (International Office): international@kaznu.kz.
- Location: Almaty is a safe and affordable city, which adds to its appeal for international students.
Academic programs and faculties
KazNU offers a wide range of programs, with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Care being a major attraction for international students.
- General Medicine (MBBS): A 6-year program, including a 1-year internship, with instruction in English for international students.
- Other faculties include: Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Economics, among others.
- Medium of instruction: For international students, many programs, including medicine, are taught in English.
Recognition and accreditation
KazNU is recognized by numerous national and international medical bodies, ensuring the global validity of its degrees.
- International: World Health Organization (WHO), World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), and Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
- India: National Medical Commission (NMC).
Student life and facilities
The university provides a modern and supportive environment for its diverse student body.
- Hostels: Affordable and well-furnished on-campus hostels are available for students, including Indian mess facilities.
- Clinical Training: Students receive extensive practical and clinical training at the university’s affiliated hospitals and labs.
- Research: KazNU has a strong research focus and provides students with opportunities to participate in research projects.
- Campus life: The campus includes modern classrooms, libraries, labs, and other recreational facilities.
Admission for international students
The admission process is generally straightforward and relies heavily on past academic performance and relevant test scores.
- Eligibility (for Indian students): Must have completed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and have a qualifying score in the NEET exam.
- Application process: Applicants typically submit an online application with academic transcripts, a passport copy, and other relevant documents. The university then issues an offer letter, which is required for the visa process.
- No entrance exam: A separate university entrance exam is not required for admission to the English-medium MBBS program.