Event description

During the Orientation week, you will become familiar with all the resources and procedures that are essential for your future success during your studies. Participation in the Orientation and signing the contract is a mandatory requirement to be enrolled at the University.

Follow the program, don’t miss sessions and constantly check your emails to stay tuned!


Orientation week starts with contract signing, which is mandatory for all the enrolling students. Terms for the provision of educational services are available here. Signing will be held online through the IDOCS.KZ portal. The portal requires Electronic Digital Signature (ЭЦП).



Welcome speech from the Acting President & Provost of Nazarbayev University - Mr. Ilesanmi Adesida.

Reasons to participate

During this event you will:

Meet our students, alumni, faculty and staff members
Meet your future peers
Obtain all the information on resources and procedures
Learn how to register to the courses online
Learn how to use moodle platform
Learn how to use library resources
Dates
  • August 4-6 - Dormitory check-in for new students and contract signing.
  • August 6 - Parents Day
  • August 7 - Start of Orientation for New Students
  • August 12 - End of Orientation for New Students
  • August 12 - Convocation
  • August 14 - First day of classes
Program
Doctor of Medicine (MD) Orientation Schedule 2023

Pre-orientation materials

Before the event we expect you to watch all the pre-orientation materials.

Pre-orientation Zoom meeting

Please join us for the Pre-orientation Zoom meeting for Undergraduate and Graduate students. This session is designed to help you get a head start on your orientation and ask questions about the admission process.

Date: August 1, 2023

Time: 10:00

Webinar ID: 979 0551 5676

Passcode: 879038

Date: August 1, 2023

Time: 10:00

Webinar ID: 979 0551 5676

Passcode: 879038

Letter to Parents

We hope this email finds you in good health and high spirits.


We are writing to extend a warm welcome to you and your family as your child has been recently admitted to our university. We are delighted to have your child join our vibrant community of learners, and we believe that their academic journey here will be enriching and transformative.

Sport events
There will be different sport events during the Orientation week. You may participate in Yoga and Zumba with coach Luna every morning. Also, you are welcome to attend the Boxing Workshop with Master of Sports of Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Tortogulov on 8th of August at Sports Center. Other sport competitions available below, do not hesitate to sign up:
Futsal competition among the freshman students.
Volleyball competitions for male and female students
Swimming relay race, 50 m * 4 freestyle
Small competitions in Skywalk Sprint, Tug of War, Arm wrestling and Table tennis
Sport events
There will be different sport events during the Orientation week. You may participate in Yoga and Zumba with coach Luna every morning. Also, you are welcome to attend the Boxing Workshop with Master of Sports of Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Tortogulov on 8th of August at Sports Center. Other sport competitions available below, do not hesitate to sign up:
Futsal competition among the freshman students.
Volleyball competitions for male and female students
Swimming relay race, 50 m * 4 freestyle
Small competitions in Skywalk Sprint, Tug of War, Arm wrestling and Table tennis
Useful materials

Here we have compiled the most useful links for your convenience

2023-2024 Academic Year

2023-2024 Academic Year

2023-2024 Academic Year

Please, read the information below if you are interested in campus accommodation options.

An institutional electronic archive for long-term storage, accumulation and provision of long-term and reliable open access to scientific research results and intellectual products of the academic community of Nazarbayev University associated with them.

Platform for students, which helps you to be a better writer, speaker and communicator.

An automated information system designed to automate the academic and internal processes of the University in terms of coordination, studying in the disciplines taught, registering all of their and academic disciplines throughout the training period.

University electronic course management system (virtual learning environment). LMS Moodle is utilized by students and faculty in order to perform such tasks as an exchange of files, audio and video data, messaging, chat activities, forums, online quizzes, etc.

Corporate PCs

All domain computers of the University

Provides access to the Nazarbayev University Library’s digital resources and services

Student portal, where students can pay the bills, request all the services

Student portal, where students can pay the bills, request all the services

You can contact the IT Help Desk through the FreshService user portal. You may also call IT Helpdesk landline: +7 7172 706200

We strive to build a thriving community where you can live, study, develop new ideas, grow personally and professionally, and enjoy life!

There are numerous inexpensive cafés, and canteens available on campus for different tastes.

Learn more about the campus and its infrastructure

International Students

Dear International Student,

Welcome to Kazakhstan, Nazarbayev University, and Orientation Week!

Arriving in a new country can result in both practical and personal issues. Especially arriving in a non-common destination for study purposes such as Kazakhstan. But you do not have to worry!
Once you have arrived, your perspective will totally change! You will learn to love this multinational country with diverse society, you will fall in love with the people and the hospitality, make life-lasting friendships, explore the beautiful landscapes, and learn about the rich history and millennial traditions of Kazakhstan!
5/1 Kerey and Zhanibek Khandar Str.,
Astana city, Republic of Kazakhstan