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School of Liberal Arts

The School of Liberal Arts is a place where socially significant professionals are raised: from linguists to translators, from HoReCa to counseling psychologists. Since the ability to communicate stands as one of the main success factors, the School of Liberal Arts can become the foundation for achieving one’s goals in humanitarian and other fields of activity in general.

03:04, 08.04.2026

Applied Linguistics at MNU: a bridge between language and technology

Maqsut Narikbayev University continues to train highly qualified specialists in Kazakhstan in the field of Applied Linguistics. For the second year in a row, the program has ranked first in the rating of the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs of the Republic of Kazakhstan “Atameken.” In the context of globalization and digitalization, language is not just […]

07:04, 06.04.2026

MNU Lecturer Analyzes the Psychological Profile of the Modern Conscript

A training and methodological session for commanders of military units and formations was held at the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan, focusing on the specifics of working with the modern generation of servicemen. The speaker was Anna Pozdeeva, Senior Lecturer at Maqsut Narikbayev University. Practicing psychologist Anna Pozdeeva delivered a lecture titled […]

02:03, 27.03.2026

Students of MNU Meet with Top Managers of the World’s Largest International Hotel Chain

A meeting with top managers of the world’s largest hotel group, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, was held at Maqsut Narikbayev University. The speakers shared practical advice on building a successful career in the international hospitality industry. The students were addressed by Aidar Koishybayev, General Manager of Wyndham Garden Astana and Ramada by Wyndham Astana, as […]

07:03, 24.03.2026

Ukrainian Ambassador Delivered a Lecture at MNU

Maqsut Narikbayev University was visited by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to Kazakhstan, Viktor Maiko. The diplomat delivered a guest lecture as part of the course “Intercultural Communication”. The Ambassador spoke about the history of interaction between the two countries, highlighting the depth of cultural ties and shared traditions. Particular attention was paid […]

Mission

Creating and fostering a high-quality educational environment that aligns with contemporary challenges and demands while promoting value-based learning rooted in respect and social responsibility. This includes cultivating spiritual and moral principles through deep engagement with the native language and culture.

Vision

To become a leading higher school that trains and graduates specialists in the social sciences and humanities in accordance with international standards.

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

Translation Studies

Description:

The programme is aimed at training specialists with skills in professional translation, consecutive and simultaneous interpretation, in-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of the first and second foreign languages in different language environments, and skills in the use of computer-aided translation tools and translation memory (CAT tools).

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Tourism

Description:

The Programme focuses on providing basic skills and knowledge in the field of management and business processes in the tourism industry at both national and global levels. Students will gain practical experience in evaluating tourism projects, organizing and managing cultural and business events, and developing operational and strategic plans for tourism-related projects.

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Psychology

Description:

The aim of the programme is to prepare a highly sought-after specialist in cognitive, organizational, consultative and social psychology. Graduates of the programme will be able to carry out research work in the field of psychology, as well as practical work in providing psychological assistance or organizational counselling.

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Hospitality

Description:

The Programme of Bachelor in Hospitality with the focus on hotel management and operations aims to raise a new generation of multilingual hospitality professionals who are aware of all aspects of hotel service standards. In addition, the Programme is aimed at training culturally diverse hospitality leaders for the rapidly growing and challenging world of hospitality industry.

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Applied Linguistics

Description:

The Applied Linguistics Educational Programme is aimed to train a versatile, multi skilled specialist in applied linguistics with language proficiency in two foreign languages, sound knowledge of research methodology, able to apply contemporary approaches to teaching foreign languages, to render high quality translation and interpretation, possessing skills of editing and media writing.

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Applied Linguistics

Description:

Training of a highly qualified expert linguist capable of applying in-depth knowledge of the English language system and corpus linguistics to conduct reliable analyses of spoken and written language and research in the field of applied linguistics, with skills in developing educational materials using modern methods and approaches in English language teaching.

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Counselling Psychology

Description:

The programme focuses on training psychologists highly qualified in scientific research, pedagogical and counselling activities.

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Translation Studies

Description:

The goal of the programme is to train specialists in the field of interpretation and audiovisual translation, who have the skills to work with modern technologies for the implementation of high-quality simultaneous, consecutive interpretation and the skills to conduct research in translation studies and other related fields.

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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.

Students who have completed at least 60 credits may participate in an academic mobility programme. Competitive selection of applicants is conducted in two stages:

1st stage
Foreign Language Test
2nd stage
Interview with the Members of the Competition Committee

Partners

Programme Partners – Translation Studies

Programme Partners – Applied Linguistics

Programme Partners – Psychology

Advisors Office

The Office of Advisors of the School of Liberal Arts conducts organisational, methodological and consultative work during the entire period of study of students, represents the academic interests of students within the framework of the academic policy of the School of Liberal Arts and assists students in preparing and adjusting their individual study plan.

SLA advisors

Madina Mukanbednyarova
Head of the SLA Advisors Office
Оffice 240
+7 (7172) 70-30-30 (in. 1017)
mukanbednyarova_m@kazguu.kz
Balzhan Kustubayeva
Advisor
Оffice 240
+7 (7172) 70-30-30 (in. 1017)
b_kustubayeva@ kazguu.kz
Ulzhalgas Igembayeva
Advisor
Оffice 240
Num.: +7 (7172) 70-30-30 (in. 1017)
u_igembayeva@kazguu.kz
Adel Baigarayeva
Advisor
Оffice 240
+7 (7172) 70-30-30 (in. 1017)
baigarayeva@kazguu.kz
Saltanat Assylbekova
Advisor
Оffice 240
s_assylbekova@kazguu.kz
Erik Balmukhambetov
Advisor
Оffice 240
b_erik@kazguu.kz

Academic Documents

Academic catalogue
Academic calendar
Academic policy
Policies for Graduate Programs
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

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

Master's degree

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

MNU LIBERAL ARTS DIGEST

Academic Quality Committee

The primary mission of the Academic Quality Committee is to oversee and address academic matters at Maqsut Narikbayev University. The Committee’s work focuses on monitoring the quality of general education programs and ensuring compliance with the university’s academic policies, standards, and regulations.

AQC’s main responsibilities include providing organizational, methodological, and informational oversight of the educational process to ensure that it meets the requirements of national educational standards. This includes evaluating curriculum effectiveness, verifying adherence to established academic guidelines, and supporting continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

Through these efforts, the AQC contributes to maintaining high standards of academic integrity and quality, aligning educational practices with both university and governmental requirements.

Elected representation

Assiya Alibekova
Chairperson of the Academic Quality Committee, Senior Lecturer, MA in Education
Kristina Smotrina
Senior Lecturer, Master of Philology
Anel Balykova
Senior Lecturer, MA in TESOL
Nazerke Doskeldi
Senior Lecturer, MA in Linguistics
Polina Kulneva
Teaching Professor, PhD in Economics, specialist in East Asian Studies (China, Japan, Sino-Japanese Relations)
Miras Zeiinolla
Senior Lecturer, Master of Arts in Translation Studies
Gulnur Kuderova
Senior Lecturer, Master of Business Psychology, MNU
Aidana Zhumabay
Senior Lecturer, MA in ELT/TESOL studies
Sabina Kairatova
Lecturer, MA in Multilingual Education
Asylkhan Samarkhan
Senior lecturer, MSc in TESOL
Assem Seitkhadyrova
MA in Translation Studies, Teaching Professor, PhD
Rabiga Mukatova
Teaching Professor, PhD
Zarema Serbaeva
Senior Lecturer, MSc in Education
Salima Simbayeva
Teaching Professor, Candidate of Philological Sciences
Samal Kalmet
Senior Lecturer, Master of Philology
Axamal Issaliyeva
Teaching Professor, PhD in Social Science
Oxana Kachan
Senior Lecturer, Master of Law, MA in Translation Studies
Malika Khamzinova
Senior Lecturer, MA in Education
Mira Rzakhanova
Senior lecturer, MA in Humanities
Dina Zholmakova-Dzharbulova
Senior Lecturer, Master of Pedagogical Sciences
Saule Abenova
Senior lecturer, MA in Multilingual Education
Viktoriya Velichko
Instructor, BA in Translation Studies
Raushan Mukhamejanova
Senior Lecturer, MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management
Mira Kaipbayeva
Senior Lecturer, Master of Pedagogical Sciences
Altynay Yermanova
Senior Lecturer, MA in Social Sciences
Nurila Madi
Bachelor Student
Talifa Mykhtybaeva
Master student

Non-voting members of the committee

The committee includes several key members who participate as non-voting members:

Zhamilya Bopurova – Dean of the School of Liberal Arts

Olga Bainova – Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies, Science and Development

Akerke Salimova – Vice Dean for Undergraduate Studies

Gulmira Barzhaxina – Vice Dean for Employment, Social Support and Development

Yelena Tselenko – Head of the Applied Linguistics and Translation Studied Educational Programmes

Anar Bukharova – Head of the Psychology Educational Programme

Madina Lukpanova – Head of the Tourism and Hospitality Educational Programme

Gulzat Alimbayeva – Coordinator of General Education Disciplines

Markhabat Ramazanova – Coordinator of the English Language Depertmen

The Ethics Committee

The Ethics Committee is the executive and directive body for ethics of Maqsut Narikbayev University. The main goals of the Committee are to resolve conflicts related to violations of ethical standards within the framework of educational and scientific research activities and to implement ethics and the professional image of SLA.

Elected representation

Indira Akylbayeva
Chairperson of the Ethics Committee, Teaching Professor, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor
Dina Mukan
Secretary of the Ethics Committee, Senior Lecturer
Aray Rakisheva
Teaching Professor, Master of Laws
Azhar Zekenova
Teaching Professor, Candidate of Philological Sciences
Anna Pozdeyeva
Senior Lecturer, Psychologist of the Highest Category (14th Grade)
Yerden Nurtayev
Assistant Professor, PhD in Pedagogy and Psychology
Leila Baimysheva
Lecturer, Master of Philology
Erik Balmukhambetov
Student of the Master’s Degree, Advisor
Aida Nygmet
Student of the Bachelor's Degree

Non-voting members of the committee

The Committee includes several key members who participate as non-voting members:

Zhamilya Bopurova – Dean of the School of Liberal Arts

Olga Bainova – Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies, Science and Development

Akerke Salimova – Vice Dean for Undergraduate Studies

Gulmira Barzhaxina – Vice Dean for Employment, Social Support and Development

Yelena Tselenko – Head of the Applied Linguistics and Translation Studied Educational Programmes

Anar Bukharova – Head of the Psychology Educational Programme

Madina Lukpanova – Head of the Tourism and Hospitality Educational Programme

Gulzat Alimbayeva – Coordinator of General Education Disciplines

Markhabat Ramazanova – Coordinator of the English Language Depertment

 

Research Committee

Mission and Key Responsibilities:

The Research Committee is the executive and decision-making body responsible for the school’s research activities. It consists of leading and young scientists recommended by the school from among the faculty and students. The composition of the Committee and its changes are approved by voting at a general school meeting of the faculty if a quorum of 2/3 is present. General management of the Committee’s activities is carried out by the Chairperson of the Committee, who is appointed by voting at a general school meeting.
The Research Committee performs the following functions:
– approval of rules and standards on issues of examination and support of research within SLA;
– development and approval of standards of research ethics;
– organization of scientific conferences, seminars and other scientific events.

 

 

 

Elected representation

Zhadra Amangeldinova
Head of the Research Committee, Senior Lecturer, MSc in Educational Leadership
Manat Sergazina
Secretary of the Research Committee, Senior Lecturer, Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership
Assem Berdimurat
Senior Lecturer, MSc in TESOL
Aigerim Shaikheslyamova
Senior Lecturer, MSc in education leadership, EM Master in Play, Education, Toys, and Languages
Botagoz Kikenova
Senior Lecturer, MSc in Pedagogical Sciences
Aizhan Aikenova
Senior Lecturer, MSc in Educational Leadership
Leila Shora
Senior Lecturer, MSc in Business with Marketing
Akmaral Karabay
Teaching Professor, PhD in Education
Inara Akhmetova
Senior Lecturer, MA in Multilingual Education
Aizat Zhaksykyk
Senior Lecturer, MA in Foreign Philology
Angela Mukanova
Senior lecturer, MSc in Management, Professional Retraining in Psychology, Certified Psychologist
Zhanar Ashikbayeva
Assistant Professor, PhD in Public Policy
Moldir Berzhanova
Senior Lecturer, Clinical psychologist, Candidate of PhD
Yevgeniy Puzikov
Teaching Professor, Candide of Sciences in Philology (English)
Aigerim Pazylbekova
Senior Lecturer, MA in Multilingual Education, MA in Gender Studies
Dinara Akhmetzhanova
Master's student

Non-voting members of the committee

The AQC includes several key members who participate as non-voting members:

Zhamilya Bopurova – Dean of the School of Liberal Arts

Olga Bainova – Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies, Science and Development

Akerke Salimova – Vice Dean for Undergraduate Studies

Gulmira Barzhaxina – Vice Dean for Employment, Social Support and Development

Yelena Tselenko – Head of the Applied Linguistics and Translation Studied Educational Programmes

Anar Bukharova – Head of the Psychology Educational Programme

Madina Lukpanova – Head of the Tourism and Hospitality Educational Programme

Gulzat Alimbayeva – Coordinator of General Education Disciplines

Markhabat Ramazanova – Coordinator of the English Language Depertment

Madina Mukanbednyarova – Advisor

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