Event description

During the Orientation week, you will become familiar with all the resources and procedures that are essential for your future success during your studies. Participation in the Orientation and signing the contract is a mandatory requirement to be enrolled at the University.

Follow the program, don’t miss sessions and constantly check your emails to stay tuned!


Orientation week starts with contract signing, which is mandatory for all the enrolling students. Terms for the provision of educational services are available here. Signing will be held online through the IDOCS.KZ portal. The portal requires Electronic Digital Signature (ЭЦП).



Welcome speech from Provost of Nazarbayev University - Mr. Ilesanmi Adesida.

Reasons to participate
During this event you will:
Meet our students, alumni, faculty and staff members
Meet your future peers
Obtain all the information on resources and procedures
Learn how to register to the courses online
Learn how to use moodle platform
Learn how to use library resources
Dates
  • August 2-4 - Dormitory check-in for new students (during working hours)
  • August 5 - Start of Orientation for New Students
  • August 10 - End of Orientation for New Students
  • August 12 - First day of classes
School of Engineering and Digital Sciences Orientation Week 2024 Schedule
DAY 1: MONDAY, 5 AUGUST, 2024
Undergrad Info Session Schedule
14.00 - 15.00
14.00 - 15.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Stavros Poulopoulos
Information session for undergraduate students of Chemical and Materials Engineering Department
Location: 3e.223
Offline
14.00 - 15.00
14.00 - 15.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Essam Shehab
Information session for undergraduate students of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department
Location: 3e.220
Offline
14.00 - 15.00
14.00 - 15.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Mehdi Bagheri
Information session for undergraduate students of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Location: 3e.224
Offline
14.00 - 15.00
14.00 - 15.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Matteo Rubagotti
Information session for undergraduate students of Robotics Department
Location: 7.105
Offline
14.00 - 15.00
14.00 - 15.00
Presenter: Associate Professor
Ben Tyler
Information session for undergraduate students of Computer Science Department
Location: Orange Hall
Offline
DAY 1: MONDAY, 5 AUGUST, 2024
Master's & PhD Info Session Schedule
15.00 - 16.00
15.00 - 16.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Stavros Poulopoulos
Information session for Master and PhD students of Chemical and Materials Engineering Department
Majors:
Master of Science in Chemical and Materials Engineering
Master of Science of Biomedical Engineering
PhD in Chemical Engineering

Location: 3e.223
Offline
15.00 - 16.00
15.00 - 16.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Dr Essam Shehab
Information session for Master students of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department
Location: 3e.220
Offline
15.00 - 16.00
15.00 - 16.00
Presenter: Associate Professor
Ben Tyler
Information session for Master and PhD students of Computer Science Department
Majors:
Master of Science in Data Science
Master of Science in Computer Science
PhD in Computer Science

Location: Orange Hall
Offline
15.00 - 16.00
15.00 - 16.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Matteo Rubagotti
Information session for Master and PhD students of Robotics Department
Location: 7.105
Offline
15.00 - 16.00
15.00 - 16.00
Presenter: Chair of the Department Mehdi Bagheri
Information session for Master and PhD students of Electrical and Computer Department 
Location: 3e.224
Offline
DAY 1: MONDAY, 5 AUGUST, 2024
Information session for ALL SEDS students
School Office, Access to laboratories

16:10-16:15
16:10-16:15
Vice Dean for Academic Affairs Dr Akhan Almagambetov
 Welcome speech
Location: Main Hall
Offline
16:15-16:25
16:15-16:25
Senior Laboratory coordinator Eldar Sharafutdinov
Introduction to SEDS Laboratories
Location: Main Hall
Offline
16:25-16:50
16:25-16:50
Academic and students affairs Senior Manager Laura Kabdylmanova
 Introduction to SEDS academic and students affairs staff and general regulations
Location: Main Hall
Offline
DAY 2: TUESDAY, 6 AUGUST, 2024
16:00-17:00

16:00-17:00

Presenter: Director of MEM program Maria Tsakalerou
Information session for Master of Engineering Management program students
Location: 3e.220
Offline
DAY 5: FRIDAY, 9 AUGUST, 2024
Information session for undergraduate and graduate students of Civil and Environmental Engineering
10.00 - 13.00

10.00 - 13.00

Presenter: Chair of the Department Jong Kim
Undergrad Info Session: 10:00 - 11:00
Master's and PhD Info Session: 11:00 - 12:00
Location: 3e.220
Offline
Pre-orientation materials

Before the event we expect you to watch all the pre-orientation materials.

Pre-orientation Zoom meeting
Please join us for the Pre-orientation Zoom meeting for Undergraduate and Graduate students. This session is designed to help you get a head start on your orientation and ask questions about the admission process.
Letter to Parents
We hope this email finds you in good health and high spirits.

We are writing to extend a warm welcome to you and your family as your child has been recently admitted to our university. We are delighted to have your child join our vibrant community of learners, and we believe that their academic journey here will be enriching and transformative.
Useful materials
Here we have compiled the most useful links for your convenience

2024-2025 Academic Year

2023-2024 Academic Year

2024-2025 Academic Year

Please, read the information below if you are interested in campus accommodation options.

An institutional electronic archive for long-term storage, accumulation and provision of long-term and reliable open access to scientific research results and intellectual products of the academic community of Nazarbayev University associated with them.

Platform for students, which helps you to be a better writer, speaker and communicator.

An automated information system designed to automate the academic and internal processes of the University in terms of coordination, studying in the disciplines taught, registering all of their and academic disciplines throughout the training period.

University electronic course management system (virtual learning environment). LMS Moodle is utilized by students and faculty in order to perform such tasks as an exchange of files, audio and video data, messaging, chat activities, forums, online quizzes, etc.

Corporate PCs

All domain computers of the University

Provides access to the Nazarbayev University Library’s digital resources and services

Student portal, where students can pay the bills, request all the services

Student portal, where students can pay the bills, request all the services

You can contact the IT Help Desk through the FreshService user portal. You may also call IT Helpdesk landline: +7 7172 706200

We strive to build a thriving community where you can live, study, develop new ideas, grow personally and professionally, and enjoy life!

There are numerous inexpensive cafés, and canteens available on campus for different tastes.

Learn more about the campus and its infrastructure

International Students

Dear International Student,

Welcome to Kazakhstan, Nazarbayev University, and Orientation Week!

Arriving in a new country can result in both practical and personal issues. Especially arriving in a non-common destination for study purposes such as Kazakhstan. But you do not have to worry!
Once you have arrived, your perspective will totally change! You will learn to love this multinational country with diverse society, you will fall in love with the people and the hospitality, make life-lasting friendships, explore the beautiful landscapes, and learn about the rich history and millennial traditions of Kazakhstan!
Contacts
Here-below you can find the list of the Departments, Offices, Schools you will meet during the Orientation Week:

E-mail: dss@nu.edu.kz

Instagram: @dss.nu

phone: +7 (7172) 70-62-55

e-mail: library@nu.edu.kz

Website: library.nu.edu.kz

E-mail: aao@nu.edu.kz

Website: aao.nu.edu.kz

Instagram: @nu_aao

Telegram: @nu_aao

E-mail: info_admissions@nu.edu.kz

Instagram: @admissions.nu

E-mail: registrar@nu.edu.kz

Website: registrar.nu.edu.kz

phone: +7 (7172) 70 66 20, 70 60 32, 70 91 99, 70 60 86, 70 90 27

E-mail: bursars_office@nu.edu.kz

phone: +7(7172) 70 60 68

E-mail: cac@nu.edu.kz

website: cac.nu.edu.kz

Instagram: @nu_cac

E-mail: oem@nu.edu.kz

Website: open.nu.edu.kz

Email: nu_counseling@nu.edu.kz

Instagram: @nu_hwc

Youtube: NU Counseling

For more detailed information you can

use: My.nu.edu.kz-Student portal-Counseling center

E-mail: pressa@nu.edu.kz

Instagram: @nuedukz

Facebook: @nuedukz

VK: Nazarbayev University

LinkedIn: Nazarbayev University

YouTube: Nazarbayev University Official

Twitter: @NUedukz

Email: sportcomplexmanagement@nu.edu.kz

E-mail: security@nu.edu.kz

Learn more about the campus and its infrastructure

FAQ

It is important that student goes through the FAQ before contacting school managers. If you still have questions please refer the section Contacts

Definitions of the grants can be found here. For more detailed questions please contact bursars_office@nu.edu.kz.

Contact us
Nazarbayev University
School of Engineering and Digital Sciences

Astana city, Republic of Kazakhstan, 010000

53, Kabanbay Batyr avenue, block 3

8 (7172) 69 46 81