SEDS Open House Day 2023
About SEDS annual Open House Day
Nazarbayev University School of Engineering and Digital Sciences' Open House Day is an annual event where prospective students will have the chance to learn about our esteemed academic community, explore cutting-edge academic programs, and experience firsthand the innovation within our state-of-the-art facilities.
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5 hours
Our Open House Day meticulously crafted for high school students, their dedicated teachers, supportive parent and Aspiring Master's or PhD Candidates! An extensive and beneficial program awaits, offering a wealth of valuable content. - 10 informative sessions
Our speakers will provide you with invaluable insights on succeeding in admissions and studies, guiding you through the job-seeking process. - 4 engaging engineering games, Arduino camp, and 1-hour guided tour through our cutting-edge labs
Seats are limited, so secure your place in advance
Speakers
Engage with our speakers at our Open House Day—an exclusive opportunity to meet and interact with our professors
- Assistant Professor
- Associate Professor
- Associate Professor
- Associate Professor, Acting Chair
- Associate Professor
- Assistant Professor
- Associate Professor
Program
October 14, 2023
10:00 – 10:30
10:00 – 10:30
Registration
Registration desk, at the entrance to the atrium
10:00 – 15:00
10:00 – 15:00
SEDS Welcome Desk
Questions or information related to SEDS Open House Day, admissions, or academic programs
Venue: Entrance of Block 3
10:00 – 15:00
10:00 – 15:00
SEDS Photo Booth
Capture the moment, strike a pose, and have fun!
Venue: Atrium, between blocks 2 and 3
10:30 – 11:00
10:30 – 11:00
Undergraduate Admissions Updates and Pro Tips for High Schoolers
Detailed explanation of the crucial changes in admissions requirements for AY 2023-2024
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
11:00 – 12:00
11:00 – 12:00
Explore SEDS Academic Programs
The info session explores the School of Engineering and Digital Sciences' academic programs across six departments, providing insights into disciplines that integrate theory with practical applications, preparing students for impactful careers.
11:00 – 11:10
11:00 – 11:10
Assistant Professor
Advantages of a Career in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
11:10 – 11:20
11:20 – 11:30
11:20 – 11:30
Associate Professor
What do Mechanical and Aerospace Engineers do?
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
11:30 – 11:40
11:30 – 11:40
Associate Professor, Acting Chair
Why should you pursue a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering?
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
11:40 – 11:50
11:40 – 11:50
Associate Professor
Why Robotics Engineering at SEDS?
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
11:50 – 12:00
11:50 – 12:00
Associate Professor
What to expect in a Computer Science degree program?
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
12:00 – 1:00
12:00 – 1:00
lab tours
Guided lab tours to explore SEDS' five cutting-edge laboratories
Meeting Point: Entrance of Block 3
Meeting Point: Entrance of Block 3
12:00 – 1:00
12:00 – 1:00
Tower Construction Tournament (up to 24)
Hands-on activity for high school students to design and build towers, competing in a friendly tournament to showcase their engineering skills.
Meeting Point: Entrance of Block
Hosted by CEE and NU ACI Student Chapter
Meeting Point: Entrance of Block
Hosted by CEE and NU ACI Student Chapter
12:00 – 1:00
12:00 – 1:00
Arduino Development Camp (up to 40)
If you're into coding and love gadgets, this electrical engineering camp is perfect for you. You'll get to create your very own circuits and sensors, and we'll teach you how to program them using the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE). It's like creating your own tech magic!
Venue: Block 3, 3E.217 and 3E.227
Hosted by ECE and NU-IEEE Student Branch
Venue: Block 3, 3E.217 and 3E.227
Hosted by ECE and NU-IEEE Student Branch
1:00 – 1:30
1:00 – 1:30
Associate Professor
How to Successfully Pass an Interview for SEDS Graduate Programs: Insights from Admissions Committee Member.
An interview is the most important challenge you must go through to get a scholarship to Master’s and PhD programs. Do not miss a chance to learn about questions usually asked by the Admissions Committee.
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
An interview is the most important challenge you must go through to get a scholarship to Master’s and PhD programs. Do not miss a chance to learn about questions usually asked by the Admissions Committee.
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
11:00 – 12:30
11:00 – 12:30
How to approach companies to get a job? How to develop your career strategy? How to use business correspondence to achieve your goals? NU Career and Advising Center representatives will cover these questions and many others.
Turn the letters into opportunities or How to communicate effectively?
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
Venue: Block 7, 7.105
1:30 – 2:30
1:30 – 2:30
Student Success Stories: Inspiring Academic Journeys, Activities, and Campus Life
Informal talk with students from different educational and social backgrounds who will share tips on passing IELTS, SAT, NUET, and how to inspire yourself to succeed at NU.
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
Hosted by SEDS current students
Venue: Block 6, 6.105
Hosted by SEDS current students
1:30 – 2:30
1:30 – 2:30
Mousetrap Car Competition (up to 24)
This event invites high school students to design and build their own mousetrap-powered cars. At the end, these inventive vehicles go head-to-head in a race, showcasing creativity, engineering prowess, and teamwork.
Venue: Atrium, between block 4 and 5
Hosted by MAE and NU IMechE Student Chapter
Venue: Atrium, between block 4 and 5
Hosted by MAE and NU IMechE Student Chapter
1:30 – 2:30
1:30 – 2:30
Chem-EO Hunt (up to 30)
In this treasure hunt, participants receive chemistry or chemical engineering-related questions and problems to solve while navigating through the selected area of the school.
Meeting Point: Entrance of Block 3
Hosted by CHME and AIChE NU Student Chapter
Meeting Point: Entrance of Block 3
Hosted by CHME and AIChE NU Student Chapter
1:30 – 2:30
1:30 – 2:30
CodeChef Contest (up to 20)
Coding competition for high school students that requires a basic knowledge in coding.
Venue: Block 7, 7422
Hosted by CS and NU ACM Student Chapter
Venue: Block 7, 7422
Hosted by CS and NU ACM Student Chapter
Registration
Register to secure your seat. Limited seats available.
Last year Open House Day
Explore captivating snapshots from the Arduino Development Camp, witness the ingenuity of the Spaghetti Bridge Building Contest, and enjoy delightful moments captured with our faculty members around the photobooth!
October 14/2023
Nazarbayev University School of Engineering and Digital Sciences
Astana city, 53, Kabanbay Batyr avenue
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Astana city, Republic of Kazakhstan, 10 000
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