Foreign University Debuts in Omsk, Russia for the First Time
New Branch of Kazakh National University Opens in Omsk, Russia
The Kazakh National University (KazNU) has established a new branch at Omsk State University named after F.M. Dostoevsky. This marks the first Kazakh university branch in Russia and the first Central Asian university branch in the country [1][2][4].
Programs Offered
The branch offers initial undergraduate programs in Kazakh language and literature, customs affairs, and international law [3]. While the exact language of instruction isn't explicitly stated, given the programs include Kazakh language and the university’s Kazakh origin, concurrent instruction is likely in Kazakh and Russian to accommodate local and Kazakh students.
Student Admissions and Scale
The branch expects to admit 75 applicants in three bachelor's programs [5]. The visit by Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to the branch is part of his official schedule [6].
Funding for Students
The Kazakh university has plans to cover the expenses for all students' education during the first year [7]. However, specific details about student funding or scholarships for this branch are not provided in the available information.
Teaching Staff
Professors and lecturers from Omsk universities, as well as from border regions and cities of Kazakhstan, will carry out the teaching [8].
Historical Context
The branch was inaugurated during the 50th anniversary year of Omsk State University [4]. The establishment is considered symbolic and significant for bilateral educational cooperation between Kazakhstan and Russia, receiving high-level visits including Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Kazakh Minister Sayasat Nurbek [1][3]. The branch is part of a broader trend involving multiple branches of Russian universities in Kazakhstan and now vice versa [3].
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The Kazakh National University's (KazNU) new branch in Omsk, Russia, caters to undergraduate programs in fields like Kazakh language and literature, customs affairs, and international law, paving the way for education-and-self-development opportunities in these areas for local and Kazakh students. Given the funding plan to cover all students' education expenses during the first year, the government might be involved in the financial aspects of this educational endeavor.
