Overview

What will you gain?

Strong academic, research and analytical skills: Proficiency in problem-solving approaches taken by political scientists and other social scientists.
An understanding of the questions and theories of international relations and comparative politics.
The ability to conduct and complete a graduate thesis utilizing social science research methods and to explain the project’s contribution to academic and applied settings.

What can you do with the MAPSIR degree?

The Political Science and International Relations program at Nazarbayev University is a great choice if you intend to pursue a career in government, academia, or other fields related to governance and policy. MAPSIR graduates go on to work for national and local governments, international organizations, and firms that interact with government agencies. The degree also offers excellent training to students who wish to pursue further graduate work at the Ph.D. level. MAPSIR graduates have found attractive jobs in various government agencies and think-tanks.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Core Seminar in International Relations

Core Seminar in Comparative Politics

Advanced Research

Core Seminar in Political Theory

Thesis planning

Thesis Research and Writing

Electives

Thesis Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-28 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-04-18 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Relations Political Science

Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and a graduate/postgraduate degree (if applicable) in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of a 4.00.
During the application period final year students may submit official current transcript for consideration.
High motivation and strong interest in the Program as outlined in a personal essay (500 words);
Strong writing skills demonstrated in an essay in response to the essay questions provided in the application form;
Resume;
Three letters of recommendation (written within the last 12 months).

Tuition Fee

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International

5724000 KZT/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5724000 KZT per year during 24 months.
National

1431000 KZT/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1431000 KZT per year during 24 months.

NU offers full funding. If the applicant is not eligible for a grant, he/she will be offered admission on a fee-paying basis.

Living costs for Astana

151250 - 222349 KZT /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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