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.
Maqsut Narikbayev University (MNU) hosted the first-ever Kapuscinski Lecture in Central Asia, held as part of the Kapuscinski Lectures project, organised with the support of the United Nations Development Programme and the European Commission. Professor Abhimanyu Sharma from the University of Cambridge delivered a lecture on Language Policy, Development, and Inclusion—a topic that sparked great […]
Maqsut Narikbayev University (MNU) is proud to host a guest lecture by Dr. Abhimanyu Sharma from the University of Cambridge. He will speak on the impact of language policy on international relations, societal development, conflict dynamics, and peacebuilding processes. The lecture is scheduled for April 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in the MNU Conference Hall. […]
Delegates from prestigious U.S. educational institutions, including Harvard, Wellesley, Barnard, Grinnell and Middlebury visited Maqsut Narikbayev University. The American colleagues familiarized themselves with MNU’s educational programs and discussed promising areas of cooperation. Middlebury College, one of the leading universities in the U.S., actively promotes the study of foreign languages among its students. As part of […]
Maqsut Narikbayev University places great emphasis on the spiritual and patriotic education of young people. A key component of this effort is its historical and cultural excursions, conducted since 2013 as part of the History of Kazakhstan course. This approach integrates theoretical study with hands-on experience—taking students beyond the classroom to visit significant historical sites, […]
By 2025, we strive to become the leading liberal arts, language, and certification centre in Central Asia, offering high-quality language training and preparing social and humanitarian specialists in accordance with international standards.
Maqsut Narikbayev University values analytical thinking, creativity, practical problem-solving, and broad, new ideas that encourage the MNU community to serve the society.
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).
View detailsThe 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.
View detailsThe 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.
View detailsThe 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.
View detailsThe 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.
View detailsTraining 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.
View detailsThe programme focuses on training psychologists highly qualified in scientific research, pedagogical and counselling activities.
View detailsThe 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 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.
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.
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.
Anar Ibrayeva, Dean of the School of Liberal Arts
Jamilya Bopurova, Vice Dean for Undergraduate Studies
Elena Tselenko, Head of the “Applied Linguistics” and “Translation Studies” educational programmes
Madina Lukpanova, Head of the “Tourism” and “Hospitality ” educational programmes
Anar Bukharova, Head of the educational program “Psychology”
Gulzat Alimbayeva, Coordinator of the Department of General Education Disciplines
Markhabat Ramazanova, Coordinator of the English Language Department
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.
Anar Ibrayeva, Dean of the School of Liberal Arts
Jamilya Bopurova, Vice Dean for Undergraduate Studies
Elena Tselenko, Head of the “Applied Linguistics” and “Translation Studies” educational programmes
Madina Lukpanova, Head of the “Tourism” and “Hospitality ” educational programmes
Anar Bukharova, Head of the educational program “Psychology”
Gulzat Alimbayeva, Coordinator of the Department of General Education Disciplines
Markhabat Ramazanova, Coordinator of the English Language Department
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.
The AQC includes several key members who participate as non-voting members:
Anar Ibrayeva, Dean of the School of Liberal Arts
Jamilya Bopurova, Vice Dean for Undergraduate Studies
Elena Tselenko, Head of the “Applied Linguistics” and “Translation Studies” educational programmes
Madina Lukpanova, Head of the “Tourism” and “Hospitality ” educational programmes
Anar Bukharova, Head of the educational program “Psychology”
Gulzat Alimbayeva, Coordinator of the Department of General Education Disciplines
Markhabat Ramazanova, Coordinator of the English Language Department
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