Overview

The Master of Pharmacology and Toxicology program at Nazarbayev University will enable students to gain broad exposure to a wide range of basic pharmacology and toxicology research as well as the application of principles of pharmacology in clinical research to connect the gap between basic and clinical pharmacology. Also, they will be trained on different aspects of toxicology in the preclinical stage such as improved drug discovery and development, and at the clinical stage including monitoring and identifying drug-drug interactions and pharmacovigilance.

Program Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Analyze the principles of pharmacology and toxicology as well as the mechanism of action and use of commonly used drugs.
Apply relevant knowledge of pharmacology and toxicology including drug toxicity and drug-drug interaction in research and practice
Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to research problems in pharmacology and toxicology.
Communicate and disseminate complex scientific information
Perform scientific research in full accordance with ethical and professional standards.

Career and Educational Opportunities After Graduation

Graduates from this program can undertake further study at a Ph.D. level in Kazakhstan or abroad. Others may seek careers in clinical trials, research, or the pharmaceutical industry around the world. Additional career options include regulatory affairs officers, patent lawyers, and medical sales representatives.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Organ system and Common Diseases
Cellular Communication
Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Systemic Pharmacology

Drug Discovery and Development
Drug Addiction and Toxicology

Research Methods in Pharmacology

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

46

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Astana, Kazakhstan

Disciplines

Toxicology Pharmacology

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

an undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and/or graduate degree (if applicable) in a relevant discipline.
Candidates may be enrolled conditionally based on evidence from graduating university that the candidates have completed the educational program and the candidate expects formal issuance of final transcript and/or diploma by certain date.
a minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 or equivalent on applicant’s degree (bachelor, master or PhD (if masters and PhD have adopted a GPA approach);
the required level of English language proficiency;
strong reading, analytical and mathematical skills as demonstrated by GRE or GMAT test (optional).
high level of motivation and strong interest in the Program outlined in the statement of purpose;
2 (two) confidential 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

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Citizens or residents

16000 USD / year

≈ 16000 USD / year

Living costs

Astana

Kazakhstan

151250 - 222349 KZT / month

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

Funding

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Career and Educational Opportunities After Graduation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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