Overview

Students are required to complete 120 ECTS credits, in 4 semesters, which satisfies the requirements stipulated by the Bologna Process and the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) for Master’s Degrees. The program is research oriented and it is designed to provide the skills required to solve advanced technical problems in chemical and materials engineering through a combination of Thesis Research and advanced coursework.

Aims and Objectives

The mission of the Master of Science in Chemical and Materials Engineering degree program at Nazarbayev University is to contribute to the development of Kazakhstan in terms of:

Educating students with engineering expertise to lead organizations and provide innovative solutions for complex technical issues of enterprises.

Conducting innovative and pioneering basics of applied research that evolve the body of knowledge in Engineering through interdisciplinary collaboration with other schools and research centers at Nazarbayev University and leading universities worldwide.

Advancing the professional development in engineering through our service to the professional community and providing lifelong learning opportunities for practitioners.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technical Communication

Advanced Applied Mathematics

Advanced Materials Processing

Advanced Materials Characterization Methods

Advanced Chemical Reaction Engineering

Research Methods And Ethics

Research Seminar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-17 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Astana, Kazakhstan

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering Materials Science View 8 other Masters in Materials Science in Kazakhstan

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Required

English requirements

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60

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent). During the application period, final year students may submit the official current transcript for consideration
A minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.0 (or equivalent);
Strong reading, analytical, and mathematical skills as demonstrated by GRE test (optional). Although an official GRE score is not an essential requirement, an applicant can enhance her/his application with a competitive GRE score.
High level of English proficiency

High motivation and a strong interest in the program as outlined in a statement of purpose

Curriculum vitae;
Two letters of recommendation.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

16000 USD / year

≈ 16000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16000 USD / year

≈ 16000 USD / year

Living costs

Astana

Kazakhstan

151250 - 222349 KZT / month

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Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Campus Location

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Astana

Funding

Scholarships Information

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