Toraighyrov University

International Cooperation

International cooperation is one of the priorities of Toraighyrov University. It includes academic mobility of students and faculty, the implementation of international research projects and grant programs, the attraction of foreign students to study, as well as foreign lecturers and experts to give lectures and conduct seminars. implementation of joint educational programs, including double-degree programs, participation in international consortia, conferences and educational initiatives.

What is academic mobility?

Academic mobility for students and faculty (faculty) is an opportunity to study and carry out professional activities in another higher educational institution of the Republic of Kazakhstan or abroad within the framework of joint educational and research programs, as well as special academic mobility programs.

Participation in the academic mobility program allows students to study for one (1) semester at leading universities in Kazakhstan and the world, and the teaching staff to carry out teaching and research activities at foreign and domestic partner universities.

In addition, within the framework of international programs, including the USCO, DAAD, Erasmus+, ITEC and others, students of Toraighyrov University have the opportunity to exchange academic and gain international educational experience on the basis of partner universities within the framework of the academic mobility program of the Ministry of Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Academic Mobility Programs

Academic Mobility Program of the Ministry of Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan

The academic mobility program of the Ministry of Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to study at a foreign higher education institution for one semester.

The ministerial grant covers the cost of round-trip flights, accommodation for up to 120 days, as well as medical insurance and visas.

Competitive selection of candidates for the award of a grant to the Ministry of Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan is held annually from February to April.

Depending on the request of the Ministry, the timing of the competition may be changed.

To participate in the competition, you must provide the following documents:

  • Application for participation in the competition, agreed with the faculty
  • Transcript certified by the seal of the university
  • An international certificate confirming foreign language proficiency at a level not lower than B2, or the test result of a Kazakh university (Toraighyrov University);
  • or a letter of consent from a foreign university to accept a student with an existing level of a foreign language
  • Passport of a citizen of the Republic of Kazakhstan (original and copy)
  • Letter of recommendation in three languages (1 pc)
  • Photo 3*4 (4 pieces)
  • Completed application form
  • Medical certificate (for traveling abroad) in the form No 072/y, approved by the Order of the Acting Minister of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 30, 2020 No KR DSM-175/2020 (registered in the Register of State Registration of Regulatory Legal Acts No 21579) (hereinafter referred to as the Order No KR DSM-175/2020)
  • Written consent of parents, guardians, legal representatives of the applicant to travel abroad
  • Document on the composition of the family, to confirm the large family of the student (if any)
  • A document confirming the absence of parents of the student (for the category of students belonging to orphans or students left without parental care (if any);
  • Document confirming the student's disability (if any)

IMPORTANT:

  • The candidate must study in semesters 2-6 of the bachelor's degree program. Training in the 7th semester is considered by the department on an individual basis
  • The student's academic performance is at least GPA 2.97
  • To pass the test for foreign language proficiency, you must submit an application by writing to e-mail cam@tou.edu.kz
  • Submit a package of documents to room 115B no later than the date set by the Center for International Cooperation
  • Every year, the Ministry of Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan clarifies the specific requirements for documents
  • Based on the documents provided and the interview, the competition committee selects suitable candidates

To submit through the e-government web portal, applicants provide the above documents.

Levels of foreign language proficiency

Language Language Proficiency Levels
English languageIELTS Academic — от 5.5–6.5
TOEFL from 35-59
TOEFL iBT — 72 –94
GermanGoethe-Zertifikat B2
FrenchDELF B2
DALF C1 / C2
SpanishDELE B2
SIELE – Level B2
Italian languageCILS B2
OBJECTIVE 3 (B2)
Chinese languageHSK (Level 4 and above depending on the requirements of the host)
KoreanTOPIK II (Level 4 and above)

About the Erasmus+ academic mobility program

Erasmus+ (KA171) is an academic mobility program for students and faculty, funded by the European Union.

Participation in the Erasmus+ program contributes to the expansion of the academic and professional experience of students and faculty, increases the competitiveness of graduates in the labor market, and also provides an opportunity for intercultural exchange, the development and improvement of foreign language proficiency and the establishment of international professional contacts.

The name of the program comes from the name of the Dutch philosopher and humanist Erasmus of Rotterdam, who lived and worked in various cities of Europe in order to expand his horizons and gain new knowledge.

At the same time, Erasmus+ is an acronym that stands for "European Region Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students".

IMPORTANT: Candidates for the Erasmus+ scholarship program are enrolled on a competitive basis.

Requirements for candidates (Erasmus+ KA171):

  1. be at least a second-year student at the home university;
  2. Have a GPA of at least the level (GPA of 2.97) set by the university;
  3. have a foreign language of instruction of the host university at a level n below B2, sufficient to master the educational program.

The selection of candidates is carried out by the sending university together with the host partner university within the framework of the approved Erasmus+ project KA171.

The terms of academic mobility under the Erasmus+ KA171 program are, as a rule, from 2 to 5 months for students and from 3 to 90 days for faculty.

The duration of mobility is determined by the terms of the specific project and the agreement between the universities.

Participation in the Erasmus+ KA171 program is carried out within the established limits of academic mobility in accordance with the Erasmus+ rules.

The period of study completed at a foreign partner university is guaranteed to be recognized and counted by the sending university upon the student's return.

Erasmus+ participants are exempt from tuition fees at the host university, as all basic expenses are funded by the European Union.

Most students also receive a scholarship designed to cover the cost of living abroad.

For many participants, the Erasmus+ program is the first experience of studying and living outside their home country.

In this regard, the "Erasmus+ experience" is considered as a significant cultural and educational phenomenon, providing an opportunity not only to gain international academic experience, but also to establish intercultural and professional ties with students from different countries.

To participate in the Erasmus KA171 competition, the following documents must be submitted:

  • Application for participation in the competition, agreed with the faculty
  • Transcript certified by the seal of the university
  • An international certificate confirming foreign language proficiency at a level not lower than B2, or the test result of a Kazakh university (Toraighyrov University);
  • or a letter of consent from a foreign university to accept a student with an existing level of a foreign language
  • Copy and original passport of a citizen of the Republic of Kazakhstan (passport must be valid for at least three (3) months after graduation from study abroad)
  • Letter of recommendation in three languages (1 pc)
  • Motivation letter (the letter should contain answers to the questions: Why will the Erasmus+ programme be able to contribute to my future professional life? Why am I worthy of an Erasmus+ scholarship? What are my expectations from the programme?);
  • Photo 3*4 (4 pieces)
  • Completed application form
  • Medical certificate (for traveling abroad) in the form No 072/y, approved by the Order of the Acting Minister of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 30, 2020 No KR DSM-175/2020 (registered in the Register of State Registration of Regulatory Legal Acts No 21579) (hereinafter referred to as the Order No KR DSM-175/2020)
  • Written consent of parents, guardians, legal representatives of the applicant to travel abroad
  • Document on the composition of the family, to confirm the large family of the student (if any)
  • A document confirming the absence of parents of the student (for the category of students belonging to orphans or students left without parental care (if any);
  • Document confirming the student's disability (if any)

Documents are submitted both in paper form in folders and in electronic media indicating the full name, specialty and code, department and contact details of the candidate.

IMPORTANT:

  1. The candidate must study in semesters 2-6 of the bachelor's degree program. Training in the 7th semester is considered by the department on an individual basis
  2. The student's academic performance is at least GPA 2.97
  3. To pass the test for foreign language proficiency, you must submit an application by writing to e-mail cam@tou.edu.kz
  4. Submit a package of documents to room 115B no later than the date set by the Center for International Cooperation
  5. Every year, the Ministry of Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan clarifies the specific requirements for documents
  6. Based on the documents provided and the interview, the competition committee selects suitable candidates

How to get into the academic mobility program?

During the academic year, the Center for International Cooperation announces the start of accepting documents for academic mobility programs.

For timely submission of documents, it is recommended to regularly monitor official announcements and news.

For more information about the timelines and available programs, please contact the Center for International Cooperation directly (room 115B).

Our contacts:

Akshulakova, Bibigul Kairatovna

Head of the Center for International Cooperation

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Halyk Zhibek Abayevna

Specialist of the highest level of qualification (academic mobility of students and teaching staff in Europe, South-Eastern countries and far abroad)

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Maltseva Darya Aleksandrovna

Specialist of the highest level of qualification (foreign scientific internships for undergraduates and doctoral students, internal academic mobility of students)

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Suenov Damir Armanovich

Specialist of the highest level of qualification (academic mobility of students to the CIS countries and foreign industrial practice)

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Dulatova Adinay Nurzhankyzy

Specialist of the highest level of qualification (foreign scientists, maintaining contracts and agreements with partners)

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Bektazinova Anara Kopkeldinovna

Specialist of the highest level of qualification (visa and migration support of foreign citizens)

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Lomova St., 64, 1st floor, offices: 115B

Working Hours

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lunch break – 13:00-14:00

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