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MNU Law School

MNU Law School is the best-in-class school of Maqsut Narikbayev University and a stronghold of legal education in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Graduates of the MNU Law School successfully defend the honour and dignity of the country in government institutions of various levels.

10:10, 24.10.2026

“Zañǵar Zańger”: MNU Brings Together Kazakhstan’s Future Legal Professionals

Students from 11 Kazakhstani universities took part in the second Zañǵar Zańger competition. The intellectual contest was held at Maqsut Narikbayev University to mark Republic Day. The event brought together law students from seven cities across Kazakhstan. The competition aimed to promote the use of the Kazakh language in the legal field and develop students’ […]

03:10, 20.10.2026

Legathon MaxUP 2027: Astana to Become a Hub for Exploring the Future of Law Once Again

Maqsut Narikbayev University (MNU) invites students from around the world to take part in the third International Legathon MaxUP. The large-scale legal case competition will take place on 9–10 April 2027. International Legathon MaxUP is a global competition where bright minds develop solutions to pressing legal challenges in the digital age. It provides a platform […]

11:10, 15.10.2026

MNU Discusses the Future of the Legal Profession in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Maqsut Narikbayev University (MNU) hosted the International Scientific and Practical Conference “The Future of the Legal Profession in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Global Challenges and New Paradigms.” Scholars and experts discussed the impact of AI on legal education, the professional competencies of lawyers, and the development of the legal system amid digital transformation. The […]

01:09, 21.09.2026

Ester Babajanyan Appointed Acting Dean of the MNU School of Law

Ester Babajanyan has been appointed Acting Dean of the Law School at Maqsut Narikbayev University (MNU). Ester Babajanyan is a graduate of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. She has more than 18 years of professional experience in civil, contract, and inheritance law. She is an expert in anti-corruption review of regulatory legal acts and a […]

Mission

The generation of advanced legal knowledge and the preparation of highly qualified personnel for the development and strengthening of the legal system of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In the implementation of MNU’s mission— “Serving people by providing high-quality and affordable education”—the School of Law sees its contribution through the realisation of innovative, competency-orientated educational and research activities.

Vision

MNU Law School is a leader in the training of the modern generation of lawyers, making a significant contribution to the state and legal development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.​ We are aware of how profound our responsibility is to the academic and professional community, as well as the society as a whole.

Educational Programmes

2026-2027

Maqsut Narikbayev University values analytical thinking, creativity, practical problem-solving, and broad, new ideas that encourage the MNU community to serve the society.

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctoral studies

Law

Description:

New Educational Programme

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Competition Law

Description:

Master's degree programme in Competition Law is aimed to cultivate a new generation of specialists with expertise in ensuring the legality of various commercial practices, including cartel agreements, coordinated anti-competitive actions, the behaviour of dominant companies, and the regulation of mergers and acquisitions.

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Intellectual Property and Business Law

Description:

Master's degree programme in Intellectual Property and Business Law is aimed to form a new model of a specialist who has competences in protecting intellectual property in business.

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International Law

Description:

Master's degree programme in International Law is aimed to equip students with in-depth knowledge of key branches and areas of international public and private law, incorporating the latest trends in the field. It emphasizes the practical application of legal principles within professional practice, preparing graduates for careers in both national and international legal environments.

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IT Law

Description:

Master's degree programme in IT Law (7М04208) successfully integrates legal and technological disciplines. It equips students with both legal and technological expertise, ensuring they are well-prepared to address contemporary challenges in the digital sphere.

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Law

Description:

Master's degree programme in Law aims to equip students with advanced professional knowledge in legal ethics, legal methodology, practical case analysis, and independent research, preparing them for careers in both legal practice and academia.

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PhD in Law

Description:

PhD in Law is aimed to develop rigorous theoretical knowledge and practical research skills to shape future professional researchers with a focus on empirical research in Economics for both academic and research career.

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Academic Mobility

Partner universities

Academic mobility allows students to study at a foreign partner university for an academic period, providing them with the opportunity to gain international academic experience while immersing themselves in a new cultural and living environment.

Selection Criteria

2nd or 3rd year students
GPA 2.5 or above
English level B2 or above

Advisors Office

The Office of Advisors of the MNU Law School carries out organizational, methodological and consulting work throughout the entire period of study of students, represents the academic interests of students within the framework of the academic policy of the Law School and assists them in setting and adjusting an individual curriculum

MNU Law School advisors

Kuralay Ashirbekova
Head of the MNU Law School Advisors Office
Office 235
+7 (7172) 70 30 30 (ext. 1096)
k_ashirbekova@kazguu.kz
Lyazzat Akhmetova
Advisor
Office 235
+7 (7172) 70 30 30 (ext. 1096)
l_ahmetova@kazguu.kz
Muslima Nurmagambetova
Advisor
Office 235
+7 (7172) 70 30 30 (ext. 1096)
m_nurmagambetova@kazguu.kz
Alexandra Lapayeva
Advisor
Office 234
+7 (7172) 70 30 30 (ext. 1096)
lapayeva_a@kazguu.kz
Aida Nuraliyeva
Advisor
Office 235
+7 (7172) 70 30 30 (ext. 1096)
a_nuraliyeva@kazguu.kz
Aizhan Ilyassova
Advisor
Office 234
+7 (7172) 70 30 30 (ext. 1096)
a_ilyassova@mnu.kz

Academic Documents

Academic catalogue
Academic calendar
Academic policy
Policies for Graduate Programs

Academic catalogue

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctoral studies

Bachelor's degree

Orientation Week
Registration for elective courses (for 1st year students)
Holidays and weekends
January 1st
New Year
March 8th
International Women's Day
March 21-23
Nauryz
May 1st
Unity Day of the people of Kazakhstan
May 7th
Defender of the Fatherland Day
May 9th
Victory day

Master's degree

Orientation Week
Holidays and weekends
January 1st
New Year
March 8th
International Women's Day
March 21-23
Nauryz
May 1st
Unity Day of the people of Kazakhstan
May 7th
Defender of the Fatherland Day
May 9th
Victory day

Doctoral studies

Holidays and weekends
January 1st
New Year
March 8th
International Women's Day
March 21-23
Nauryz
May 1st
Unity Day of the people of Kazakhstan
May 7th
Defender of the Fatherland Day
May 9th
Victory day

Academic policy

Policies and Regulations

Policies for Graduate Programs

The Law School Academic Quality Committee is a standing, independent collegial body responsible for enhancing the organization and coordination of academic and instructional activities at the Law School. The Committee’s primary role is to oversee the quality of the educational process and address academic matters within the scope of its authority as defined by the Regulation on the Academic Quality Committee of the Higher Schools. The Committee monitors the alignment of academic programs and teaching practices with the University’s academic policies, institutional standards, and applicable legal requirements, reviews student petitions, and supports continuous improvement of the Law School’s academic quality.

Seul Khon
LL.M., Teaching Professor – The Committee Chair
Ulbala Kudiyarova
Candidate of Juridical Sciences, Teaching Professor, Deputy Chair of the Committee
Esther Babadjanyan
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Director of The Law and The Law and Law Enforcement Programs
Roman Bramontov
LL.M., Senior Lecturer
Roman Burlachyonok
LL.M., Senior Lecturer
Liliya Ispenbetova
GR-expert MIND, Senior Lecturer
Aigerim Kussaiynkyzy
LL.M., Senior Lecturer
Madina Kanatkyzy
LL.M., PhD Student, Research Assistant at the Research School of Labour Law, Secretary of the Law School Academic Quality Committee
Lidiya Martynova
LL.M., Senior Lecturer
Elvira Mussenova
Candidate of Juridical Sciences, Teaching Professor
Aidana Nurkeyeva
LL.M., Senior Lecturer
Aiman Smagulova
Teaching Professor, Director of The International Law Program
Aknur Abdimanova
3rd Year Law Student
Madiyar Akhmetov
3rd Year Law Student
Beibarys Yelyubay
1st Year Master’s Degree Student (International Law)

Non-Voting Committee Members

Olga Bektibayeva, Ph.D., The Law School Director (Dean)

Kuralay Ashirbekova, LL.M., Director of The Law School Advisors Office

Olga Gorstka, LL.M., The Law School Vice-Dean, Teaching Professor

Olga Lozovaya, Ph.D., The Law School Vice-Dean, Teaching Professor

 

The Ethics Committee of the Law School is a collegial advisory and consultative body aimed at ensuring and promoting a culture of academic integrity, corporate ethics, mutual respect, and trust within the academic environment. The Committee reviews requests related to alleged violations of academic integrity and corporate ethics, analyses relevant practice, prepares recommendations and clarifications for students, faculty members, and staff, and contributes to the development of academic culture at the Law School. 

Aigul Nauryzbay
Candidate of Legal Sciences, Teaching Professor at the Department of Public Law
Gulmira Sandybayeva
PhD, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Private Law
Zhannetta Kalisheva
Candidate of Legal Sciences, Professor Emeritus of the Department of Public Law, Higher School of Law
Rufat Gakhramanov
Candidate of Legal Sciences, Teaching Professor at the Department of Criminal Justice, Higher School of Law
Zhalgas Temirbekov
PhD, Teaching Professor at the Department of Public Law
Ulyana Ramazanova
Head of the International Law Educational Program, LLM, Senior Lecturer of the Department of International Law, Higher School of Law
Aliya Nurmagambetova
LLM, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Public Law, Higher School of Law
Dinara Sadu
Master of Legal Sciences, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Criminal Justice
Alina Bergaliyeva
Project Manager, Department of Student Affairs
Nurmakhambet Duisebay
2nd year student
Ismail Kurmankhan
3rd year student
Azamat Onalbek
2nd year student
Anel Sapargaliyeva
1st year Master's student
Nuray Syzdykova
2st year Master's student

Contact Information for Consultations and Inquiries

Corporate email of the Ethics Committee of the Higher School of Law kpe_law@kazguu.kz 

 

Committee Chair: Aigul Nauryzbay,

a_nauryzbay@mnu.kz, 5th floor, Room 510.

 

Committee Secretary: Gulmira Sandybayeva,

Sandybayeva_G@mnu.kz, 5th floor, Room 510.

 

Non-voting members:

  • E. L. Babadzhanyan, Acting Director of the Higher School of Law;
  • L. Q. Yakupova, Deputy Director for Academic Support and Employment.

The Science Committee of the Higher School of Law (“SC”) is a permanent consultative and advisory body for managing research activities. The main task of the SC is to develop and implement the research strategy of the Higher School of Law, as well as to enhance the effectiveness of scientific work carried out by the faculty, undergraduates, and doctoral students. The SC monitors scientific publications and citation indices, promotes the integration of research activities with the educational process, ensures compliance with academic integrity and research ethics standards, and facilitates the involvement of students in research activities.

Abay Abylaiuly
PhD, Adjunct Assistant Professor of the Department of International Law – The Committee Chair
Oles Koterlin
Master of Law, Senior Lecturer, Department of Public Law – The Committee Secretary
Askar Sabdin
Master of Law, Adjunct Professor of the Department of Private Law
Esther Babajanyan
Head of the Law and Law Enforcement Education Program, Master of Law, Teaching Professor of the Department of Private Law
Marat Ahmadi
PhD, Assistant Professor of the Department of Private Law
Muslim Khassenov
PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Private Law
Nikita Lyutov
Doctor of Law, Associate Professor of the Department of Private Law
Alberto Pecoraro
PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of International Law
Nurzhan Yeshniyazov
PhD, Associate Professor, Department of International Law
Olga Lozovaya
Vice Dean for Postgraduate Education, Science and Development, PhD, Teaching Professor of the Department of International Law
Almas Zhumagali
PhD in Law, Assistant Professor of the Department of Criminal Justice
Roman Melnik
Doctor of Law, Professor of the Department of Public Law
Anton Didikin
Candidate of Law, Doctor of Philosophy Associate Professor of the Department of Public Law
Aiman Smagulova
Head of the Educational Program “International Law”, Teaching Professor of the Department of International Law
Vitaly Ogleznev
Doctor of Philosophy, Associate Professor of the Department of Public Law
Dmitry Tekutyev
Candidate of Legal Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of Private Law
Aliya Orazbayeva
PhD in Law, Teaching Professor of the Department of Public Law

Law Clinic

The Legal Clinic of the Higher School of Law at Maqsut Narikbayev University is a socially responsible project dedicated to providing free legal assistance to everyone in need.

 

Our work is built on the principle of mutual benefit. Students help people understand their legal issues and protect their interests, while also promoting legal education and contributing to a stronger legal culture in society. In turn, every case gives students real practical experience: a chance to apply their knowledge to real situations, develop professional skills, and take their first steps in the legal profession.

 

Our students provide, free of charge:

  • consultations on legal issues;
  • assistance in drafting necessary documents;
  • assistance at the pre-trial stage.

 

All consultations are free and available both in offline and online. Students work under the supervision of experienced faculty members who are practicing lawyers.
For all inquiries: r_malkov@kazguu.kz

Нарикбаев Талгат Максутович
Председатель Правления АО «Университет КАЗГЮУ имени М.С. Нарикбаева»
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