Orientation 2024
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Event description

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

Orientation week starts from contract signing, which is a mandatory for all the enrolling students. Terms for 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 President of Nazarbayev University - Mr. Waqar Ahmad.
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
Date and Program
  • August 2-4 - Dormitory check-in for new students (during working hours) and Welcome package distribution
  • August 5 - Start of Orientation for New Students
  • August 9 - End of Orientation for New Students
  • August 12 - First day of classes

Please refer to the information below to learn more about the schedule of Orientation week 2024 according to your school. As the information can be changed please check the updates online constantly.

School of Science and Humanities
School of Engineering and Digital Science
School of Mining and Geosciences
School of Medicine
Graduate of school of Business
Graduate School of Education
Graduate School of Public Policy
Center for Preparatory Studies
Please refer to the website
School contact details:

Should you have concerns about your attendance please contact your school:

Pre-orientation materials
Before the event we expect you to watch all the pre-orientation materials.
Pre-orientation webinars
Recording of the Pre-orientation webinars for Undergraduate and Graduate students is available below. This sessions were designed to help you get a head start on your orientation and ask questions about the admission process.
NU Pre-Orientation webinar with Undergraduate students
Date: July 24, 2024
Time: 09:00

NU Pre-Orientation webinar for Graduate students
Date: July 24, 2024
Time: 11:00
Parents
Ата-аналарға хат
Бұл электронды хатты оқи отыра, сіздің денсаулығыңыз бен көңіл-күйіңіз жақсы деп үміттенеміз. Сіздің балаңыз жақында біздің университетке қабылдануына орай біз сізге және сіздің отбасыңызға құттықтаулар жолдаймыз. Біз сіздің балаңыз біздің белсенді студенттер қауымдастығына қосылғанына қуаныштымыз және олардың мұндағы академиялық сапары кең және өзгертерге толы болатынына сенеміз.
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.
Письмо для родителей
Мы надеемся, что это письмо застанет вас в добром здравии и приподнятом настроении. Мы пишем, чтобы тепло поприветствовать Вас и Вашу семью, так как ваш ребенок недавно был принят в наш университет. Мы рады, что ваш ребенок присоединился к нашему динамичному сообществу учащихся, и мы верим, что его академический путь здесь будет обогащенным и преобразующим.
Бакалавриат студенттерінің ата-аналарына арналған вебинар/
Webinar for parents of UG students/ Вебинар для родителей студентов бакалавриата
Күні/ Date/ Дата: 24.07.2024
Уақыты/ Time/ Время: 17:00
Жазба/ Recording/ Запись
NU жанұя күні/ NU Family Day/ День семьи NU

Біз сізді «НУ жанұя күні» арнайы іс-шарасына қатысуға шақырамыз. 4 тамыз күні сағат 08.30-да Назарбаев Университетінің кампусында басталады. Мекен-жайы: Астана қ. Қабанбай батыр даңғылы 53. Іс-шара бакалавриат студенттерінің жанұя мүшелеріне арналған.

We would like to invite you to join us for a special event “NU Family Day”. The event will take place on August 4th starting from 08.30 on campus of Nazarbayev University. Address: Astana, Kabanbay batyr ave. 53. The event is specifically prepared for family members of Undergraduate students.

Приглашаем Вас присоединиться к нам на специальное праздичное мероприятие в честь данного события - «День семьи НУ». Мероприятие состоится 4 августа, в 8:30 на кампусе Назарбаев Университета. АДрес: г. Астана, проспект Кабанбай батыр 53. Мероприятие запланировано специально для членов семьи студентов бакалавриата.

Бағдарлама/ Program/ ПрограммаТіркелу/ Registration/ Регистрация
Ата-аналарға арналған академиялық кітапша
Ата-аналарға арналған ақпараттық кітапша
Академическая брошюра для родителей
Информационная брошюра для родителей
Sport events
We are delighted to welcome you for Orientation week sports competitions. If you are eager to take part in table tennis, futsal, volleyball and basketball click the link below and register. Feel free to join us!
Evening Activities
We are delighted to welcome you for Evening activities which consist of the workshops, tournaments, games and other activities.
I AM IN FOR SPORTSI'll JOIN ACTIVITIES
City Tour
Discover the wonders of Kazakhstan's capital city Astana on this exciting city bus tour!
Күні/ Date/ Дата: 08.08.2024
Уақыты/ Time/ Время: 11:00; 12:00; 14:00
Тіркелу/ Register/ Регистрация
Useful materials
Student Handbook
2024-2025 Academic Year
Undergraduate Academic Handbook
2023-2024 Academic Year
Academic Calendars
2024-2025 Academic Year
Housing
– Please, read the information below if you are interested in campus accommodation options.
Nazarbayev University Repository
- is 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.
Writing Center
– Platform for students, which helps you to be a better writer, speaker and communicator.
Registrar.nu.edu.kz
– is 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.
Moodle.nu.edu.kz
– is a 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;
Library.nu.edu.kz
 – provides access to the Nazarbayev University Library’s digital resources and services;
My.nu.edu.kz
 – student portal, where students can pay the bills, request all the services;
Prs.nu.edu.kz
 – student portal, where students can pay the bills, request all the services;
FreshService
You can contact the IT Help Desk through the FreshService user portal. You may also call IT Helpdesk landline: +7 7172 706200  
Campus
We strive to build a thriving community where you can live, study, develop new ideas, grow personally and professionally, and enjoy life!
Eateries
There are numerous inexpensive cafés, and canteens available on campus for different tastes.
Infrastructure
Learn more about the campus and its infrastructure
Here we have compiled the most useful links for your convenience
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!
Astana city GuideVisa regulationsPRE-DEPARTURE GUIDE & CHECKLIST for International Students
Contacts
Here-below you can find the list of the Departments, Offices, Schools you will meet during the Orientation Week:
Department of Student Services
E-mail: dss@nu.edu.kz
Instagram: @dss.nu
Nazarbayev University Library
phone: +7 (7172) 70-62-55
e-mail: library@nu.edu.kz
Website: library.nu.edu.kz
Academic Advising Office
E-mail: aao@nu.edu.kz
Website: aao.nu.edu.kz
Instagram: @nu_aao 
Telegram: @nu_aao
Admissions Department
E-mail: info_admissions@nu.edu.kz
Instagram: @admissions.nu 
Office of the Registrar
E-mail: registrar@nu.edu.kz 
Website: registrar.nu.edu.kz
Bursar’s Office
phone: +7 (7172) 70 66 20, 70 60 32, 70 91 99, 70 60 86, 70 90 27
E-mail: bursars_office@nu.edu.kz
Career and Advising Center
phone: +7(7172) 70 60 68
E-mail: cac@nu.edu.kz
website: cac.nu.edu.kz
Instagram: @nu_cac
Department of Internationalization
E-mail: oiss@nu.edu.kz
University Healthcare Department
E-mail: hse@nu.edu.kz
Office of Enrollment Management 
E-mail: oem@nu.edu.kz
Website: open.nu.edu.kz
Health and Wellness Center
Email: nu_counseling@nu.edu.kz 
Instagram: @nu_hwc
Youtube: NU Counseling
For more detailed information you can
use: My.nu.edu.kz-Student portal-Counseling center

Department of Marketing
E-mail: pressa@nu.edu.kz
Instagram: @nuedukz
Facebook: @nuedukz
VK: Nazarbayev University
LinkedIn: Nazarbayev University
YouTube: Nazarbayev University Official
Twitter: @NUedukz
Strategic Planning and Experience Sharing Department
E-mail: spd@nu.edu.kz  
Athletic Center
Email: sportcomplexmanagement@nu.edu.kz
Campus Security Services
E-mail: security@nu.edu.kz
FAQ
It is important that student goes through the FAQ before contacting school managers. If you still have questions please refer the section Contacts
  • What is the difference between State and Alash grants?
    Definitions of the grants can be found here. For more detailed questions please contact bursars_office@nu.edu.kz.
  • When is the first stipend provided?
    The first stipend is usually distributed by late September. However, it depends on signing of the official documents on Admission of students.
  • When should student sign contract and how?
    Instructions on contract signing will be sent to the corporate email of the student as soon as it is created. Instruction will cover all categories including those who are underage. In case a student did not receive contract by the beginning of the academic year he/she can contact to school manager via emails which are listed in the section School contacts.
  • Attendance of orientation if it’s mandatory. What if I cannot attend some sessions or cannot attend at all. Who should I inform?
    As the NU schools takes care of attendance please contact your school manager. Proper email address can be found in the section School contacts.
  • How does the work obligation work?
    Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan who have studied in medical and other specialties on the basis of the state educational order are required to work for at least three years in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Law "On Education" of the Republic of Kazakhstan, article 47, paragraph 17).
    You can familiarize yourself with official rules through this link.
    More information and instructions can be found below.
    For more detailed information please contact workobligation@nu.edu.kz
  • When 1st year students can transfer between majors, Schools? Transfers of credits from previous HEI. Who do I contact and how is it done?
    Newly admitted Undergraduate students, either progressed or direct entry, and re-admitted students must remain in their School of admission until the end of their first academic year of study. At that time they will be eligible to transfer to another School if they are in good academic standing and satisfy any additional requirements.
    Regarding the transfer of credits from a previous HEI, one should contact the school office via the Admissions office. Based on regulations and the official transcript, the decision on the number of eligible transfer credits will be made
The Best Vlog Contest
We are happy to inform you that The best post with vlog/reel/tik-tok will be awarded during
Convocation on Friday August 9. In order to participate please follow the rules written below:
  • to be subscribed to @nuedu
  • to post vlog, reel, tik-tok, instagram highlights and tag @nuedu
  • add #NUOrientation2024
  • The results will be analyzed on Thursday August 8 at 17.00.

The most watched and the most liked posts will be awarded and presented during the event.

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