KIMEP U International Summer School 2015

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KIMEP UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL 2015

Contact information: Department of International Academic Mobility KIMEP University 2 Abai, 050010 Almaty, Kazakhstan tel.: (+7 727) 2704480 (ext 2107) fax: (+7 727) 2704211 iss@kimep.kz www.kimep.kz/international/en/international-summer-school/

Most people come to Kazakhstan to see its breathtaking natural beauty You come for international diversity and a quality education

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INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL 2015: THE ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME 20 JULY – 9 AUGUST 2015 ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN

Kazakhstan – the financial center of Central Asia – enjoys a strong economic foundation that has seen significant growth in recent years th

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LARGEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD

ALMATY

Welcome to KIMEP, an American-style university in the heart of Central Asia At the KIMEP University International Summer School, you will take classes in business, law, or the social sciences taught by distinguished international faculty. You will meet the people of Kazakhstan, as well as dozens of other international students.

We offer 9 courses taught by prominent visiting and KIMEP faculty. You will earn 3 credits, an official transcript and a certificate of participation from KIMEP.

Rich and diverse range of social, cultural and sports activities The British website The Rough Guide rated Almaty among the top 10 cities worth visiting in 2014. “It’s no longer the capital (that title went to Astana in 1997) but Almaty remains Kazakhstan’s most alluring city.

Its setting along the old Silk Road, with rippling mountains all around, is as exotic as they come. Add this to the recent economic boom, which has seen luxury brands pumping millions into new developments.” Almaty hosted the 2011 Asia Winter Games, and is located next to the Medeo skating rink and Shymbulak ski resort. The beauty of nearby lakes, Sharyn canyon, and sandy dunes draws tourists from all over the world.

BREATHTAKING

Live in a pleasant city with a vibrant, thriving cosmopolitan culture

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDY AT KIMEP UNIVERSITY KIMEP University in the center of charming almaty city

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COUNTRIES REPRESENTED

BY FACULTY

International faculty come to KIMEP from 25 different countries, including the USA, the UK, Canada, Australia, France, Italy, Russia and others

What visiting professors say about us

What visiting professors say about us

Dr. Mietek Boduszynski,

Assel Rustemova,

Pomona College, California, USA

Gediz University, Turkey

My overall experience in the program was wonderful.

The students, of course, were at the center of the experience, and they made it memorable. All of the students were earnest, motivated, polite, and engaged.

While they had good knowledge of Central Asian affairs, they had a fairly weak grasp of issues in many other regions of the world, key historical events and figures in international relations. I was able to invite five guest speakers to my class, who contributed new and valuable perspectives to the course material. I loved my students, and am surprised at how much some of them already know about U.S. diplomatic history and foreign policy.

I value my experience in ISS 2014 for several reasons. As a faculty member I am always delighted to walk into a classroom full of students from all over the world who come to KIMEP University eager to learn and forge friendships. The students' commitment creates a nurturing environment and in three weeks I discover development of expertise, a heightened academic interest, and career choices set around the topics that we have discussed. It is always an honor to teach to a group of amazing students in Almaty in a perfect time of the year.

What students say about us

What students say about us

Marcus Wong,

Aleksandra Zernova,

Singapore National University, Singapore

Higher School of Economics, Russia

Participating in the ISS was an excellent experience, as it exposed me to the rapid developments in Central Asia, and pushed me to step of my comfort zone to try new things. I learnt more about myself as I adapted to situations such as living in a dormitory with various people from different countries, cooking meals and more. I chose KIMEP because of its style of teaching and the fact that I wanted to experience something different from the other options from my school. I came here not knowing anybody, but after three weeks, I have made many good friends and shared memorable experiences with them.

My staying in KIMEP ISS 2014 was wonderful and fool of incredible experience. I took the course "Central Asia in World Economy" which would be very helpful in my future studies.

Lots of useful and interesting issues were discussed from various points of view in the class of Dr. H. Fischer. All students learned together and from each other. I met so many interesting people from all over the world. We discovered Almaty together, got acquainted each other with our native countries and culture. I am happy that I have taken part in International Summer School 2014 and I hope that I will have a chance to come there one more time. Also, many thanks to all organizers for giving a chance to get a scholarship, good accommodation and events!

Lee Ga Hyeon,

Edi Studer,

Konkuk University, South Korea ISS program in KIMEP was the most memorable and meaningful time that I have ever spent in this summer. I was very grateful for KIMEP provided me the full scholarship to take high-quality courses so I could have deep understanding about Central Asia's culture and history.

I was also impressed by lots of beautiful tour sites around Kazakhstan. I was surprised at the nature's beauty when I walked along the mountains, by the silent grandeur of the desert in Charyn canyon, by amazingly tall and modern buildings that boast the endless potentials of the country's development. I could not forget any single moment that I had enjoyed in Kazakhstan and I would absolutely love to recommend other students to grab this golden opportunity in KIMEP, therefore they can broaden their perspectives and social network to fulfill their desires and dreams.

University of Bern, Switzerland Completing the International Summer School at KIMEP was an incredible experience. Besides learning Russian, the program helped me to gain a better understanding of Kazakhstan, including its unique culture, fascinating history, and bright future. Situated in the heart of Almaty, a gem hidden by the Tian Shan Mountains, KIMEP was a place where I could meet influential professors from around the world and make lots of new friends.

LIST OF COURSES FOR THE INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL 2015 “CENTRAL ASIA AND THE SILK ROAD OF THE 21ST CENTURY”

How to Apply for International Summer School 2015:

THE ADMISSION DEADLINE IS May 12, 2015.

CLASSES START ON JULY 20, 2015.

The following rules apply to non-KIMEP students wishing to enter KIMEP's International Summer School: Applicants are exempt from entrance exams.

They will apply as non-degree students for International Summer School only. In order to apply for International Summer School 2015, students should apply online and upload the following documents: • Scanned copy of passport / identitycard • Scanned copy of transcript from the university in which you are currently enrolled • Applicants who are currently not enrolled at any university must send a scanned copy of their diploma and transcript.

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All applicants must possess a sufficient level of English (corresponding to IELTS > 5.5 or other certificates or proves) to be able to participate in classes.

List of courses may be found at http://www.kimep.kz/international/en/iss-schedule/ (available since January 2015)

For the application form and more information about the program, visa, Almaty, and Kazakhstan, please visit KIMEP's website at: www.kimep.kz/international/en/ international-summer-school/

tuition and scholarships

Experience new culture, life style and environment THE SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 12 MAY 2015 Tuition The transactions from outside Kazakhstan can be made only in USD, Euro and BP. Be aware that you need to pay for bank service and convertion fees.

The transactions from Kazakhstan can be made from local banks. Students from outside KIMEP will pay the regular non-degree price (for one 3 credit course): KZT 135960 for Bachelor students and KZT 196110 for Master students. Adult learners (older 21 years) will pay KZT 98070.

All students will be provided by a place in the dormitory on campus. The dormitory fee varies from KZT 22500 to 30000.

Scholarships (cover tuition and dormitory fees) • 1 full scholarship (1 class) for Kazakhstani bachelor student from outside KIMEP University • 1 full scholarship (1 class) for Central Asian bachelor student (Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan) • 2 full scholarships (1 class) for international bachelor students from outside Central Asia • 1 full scholarship (1 class) for international graduate student from outside Central Asia Selection criteria for the scholarship: 1. To be a current Bachelor or Master student at a Higher Educational Instutition 2. To have GPA above 3.3 3. To submit an essay "Why Summer School in Kazakhstan, KIMEP University?", describing a motivation to be a student of KIMEP International Summer School 2015 4. To provide a certificate of outstanding extra-curricular activity (music, sport, art, public life, volunteer, etc) Please send all scholarship application documents to iss@kimep.kz

Do you dream of having a unique story to tell? Of going somewhere exotic, off the beaten track? What if you could combine this adventure with all the comfort of living in a modern, cosmopolitan city? If this sounds like you – we encourage you to choose KIMEP University in Almaty, Kazakhstan as your exchange program destination!

Along with the high standard of our academic programs, you will experience the unforgettable environment of our diverse student body and faculty, our unique cultural atmosphere, and a picturesque panorama of mountains, steps, forests, valleys, and deserts – all in one place! An exchange period at KIMEP will enable you to gain valuable international experience, make new friends, and study Kazakh, Russian and other languages.

You can choose one semester for study abroad at KIMEP University or stay for two, and you have the freedom to take courses from across our undergraduate and master programs, following prerequisites requirements. Our campus offers a world-class library and research resources. Student life is dynamic and varied – you'll have the opportunity to mingle with Kazakhstani and international students and faculty and participate in extracurricular activities of every sort!

In cooperation with student organizations and travel agencies the Department of International Academic Mobility can organize trips to visit the unique cities of Almaty, Astana and Central Asian countries sampling the vast array of cultural delights and iconic sights.

Trips are being arranged based on advance application by students by 1 July 2015. Detailed information on how to register and prepay for the trips will be described in the ISS Guide.