BACHELOR’S
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Relations
4 years
Learn how political power works, why states cooperate and come into conflict, and which decisions shape the international agenda.
Master political theory, comparative politics, international relations, political research methods and public policy analysis.
BACHELOR’S
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
4 years · 240 ECTS
Explore how society works, why people behave the way they do and what drives social change. Study social inequality, social institutions, culture, social relations and sociological research methods.
BACHELOR’S
Anthropology
4 years · 240 ECTS
Study people, cultures and societies through their traditions, values, everyday life and historical experience. Explore cultural, biological, archaeological and linguistic anthropology.
Master ethnographic methods, fieldwork, observation and interviewing.
BACHELOR’S
World Languages, Literatures and Cultures
4 years · 240 ECTS
Study how language shapes thinking, culture, communication and how we see the world.
Explore language systems, world literature, literary traditions, texts and cultural processes.
Master methods of linguistic and literary analysis, academic writing and intercultural communication.
MASTER’S
MA in Political Science and International Relations
2 years
Gain an in-depth understanding of political systems, international relations and modern political research methods. Analyze political institutions, international security, foreign policy and global processes. Master research design, quantitative and qualitative methods and working with political data.
MASTER’S
MA in Eurasian Studies
2 years
Explore Eurasia through history, politics, anthropology, sociology, languages and culture.
Study the processes shaping the region’s societies, interactions between states, cultural change and historical connections. The program brings together a range of humanities and social science disciplines and lets you develop your own research specialization.
MASTER’S
MA in Global Affairs and Eurasian Studies
1 year · joint program of NU and SOAS University of London
Study international politics and today’s global processes through the strategic role of Eurasia.
This joint program of Nazarbayev University and SOAS University of London combines study at two academic centers.
First semester: London, SOAS.
Second semester: Astana, Nazarbayev University.
MASTER’S
Master in Public Policy
2 years · 120 ECTS
Learn how public policy is designed and which decisions shape the development of society.
Master economic analysis, statistics, program evaluation methods and the management of public processes. Learn to analyze complex problems, develop well-grounded recommendations and assess the effectiveness of government decisions.
MASTER’S
Master in Public Administration
18 months · 92 ECTS · Evening and weekend classes, on campus or online.
Develop skills in strategic management, leadership and decision-making in the public sector.
Study public administration, applied economics, financial management, human resource policy and the evaluation of government programs. Apply what you learn to real management challenges.
DOCTORAL
PhD in Eurasian Studies
4 years · 240 ECTS
Conduct original research at the intersection of the social sciences and humanities.
Study the history, politics, culture and societies of Eurasia using methods from several disciplines. The program combines advanced research training, interdisciplinary courses and independent work on your doctoral dissertation.
DOCTORAL
Ph.D. in Public Policy
4 years · 240 ECTS
Conduct research in public policy, public governance and socio-economic development.
Study policy analysis methods, quantitative and qualitative research, program evaluation and data-driven decision-making.
DOCTORAL
Doctor of Public Management
3 years · 200 ECTS · Full-time on campus or hybrid format.
Strengthen your leadership skills and investigate complex challenges facing the public sector.
Study strategic management, public policy, economic analysis and data-driven decision-making. Apply scientific methods to practical problems in public administration and develop solutions that help organizations and public institutions grow.
