The Department of Applied Informatics has established agreements with several foreign partner universities and actively participates in academic mobility programs within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization University (SCO University) for the preparation of master’s students. These initiatives attest to the Department’s attractiveness and the alignment of its educational programs with those of its international counterparts.
The Department is responsible for the development and implementation of the project “Creation and Development of the SCO University KSTU named after I. Razzakova” (formerly KGUSTA named after N. Isanov). This project has been coordinated by Associate Professor A.K. Orozobekova since 2010.
As part of the SCO University, KSTU named after I. Razzakova has implemented mobility and exchange programs based on bilateral agreements and joint training arrangements for master’s students in the fields of “Applied Informatics” and “Software Engineering.” These programs have been successfully tested with the following partner universities:
• St. Petersburg National Research University of Information Technologies, Mechanics and Optics (SPb ITMO) – 3 master’s students (Tologon Tegin S., Erkinbekova A., Abdymalikova D.A. - 2020)
• Novosibirsk State University – 2 master’s students (Kaidueva I.K.)
• Altai State University – 2 master’s students (Galiaskarov R., Alymbek u Dastan)
• Karaganda Economic University of Kazpotrebsoyuz – 2 master’s students (Aubakir A.R., Ishmieva E.I.)
• Kazakh National University named after Al Farabi – 3 master’s students (Kundil A.N., Baktybek u., Zulfikhorov B.)
In 2021, a joint double-degree program in “Software Engineering” was initiated under the SCO Network University framework in collaboration with Kazakh National University named after Al Farabi. The curriculum, learning trajectory, assessment scale, and academic mobility procedures were agreed upon. Under this program, master’s student Kundil Aliya Nedal (PINm-1-20) is currently pursuing her degree, with her dissertation topic and supervisors duly approved.
As of 2023, six foreign students are studying at the Department of Applied Informatics: one from China, three from Russia, one from Uzbekistan, and one from Kazakhstan.
The Department places a strong emphasis on the advanced training of its teaching staff through scientific and pedagogical internships at leading foreign universities and research institutions. The results of these internships are actively integrated into the educational process.
Associate Professor A.K. Orozobekova, as the coordinator of the USCO and the Association of Asian Universities (AAU), has participated in various international events, including:
• June 2020: Participation in a meeting of the Coordinating Council of the SCO University via video conferencing at the RUDN University in Moscow. The meeting included representatives from the SCO universities and ministries of science and higher education from Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and China.
• September 2020: Participation in the IV online International Educational Forum “Altai-Asia 2020: Eurasian Educational Space – New Challenges and Best Practices” organized by Altai State University.
• December 2020: Participation in the online International Scientific and Practical Conference “SCO University: Global Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Development until 2030,” where she presented a report on the experience of cooperation in preparing master’s students in IT technologies at KSUST named after N. Isanova.
• September 2022: Participation in the V International Educational Forum “Altai-Asia 2022: Eurasian Educational Space – New Challenges and Best Practices” at Altai State University, under the auspices of the Association of Asian Universities and the SCO University.
On November 25, 2022, Orozobekova A.K. delivered a speech at the plenary session of the International Scientific and Practical Conference “Digital Transformation: New Challenges of Science and Education” at Karaganda University of Kazpotrebsouz.
In addition, Aida Toktonali, a doctoral student from the Department, completed a scientific internship at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany) from November 21 to December 24, 2022, specializing in “Computer and Information Technologies.” During her internship, Toktonali participated in seminars on topics such as systematic literature reviews and Python for data analysis. She also contributed to her doctoral research using scientific databases and developed skills in managing research materials with the Mendeley platform.
The Department also regularly organizes training seminars and guest lectures with invited professors from partner universities. In 2020, the department hosted the following guest lectures:
• A.V. Kalachev, Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Associate Professor at Altai State University, presented on “Machine Vision: Hardware and Software Aspects.”
• A.S. Suprun, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of ICT at St. Petersburg ITMO, and colleagues presented on “Modern Trends in the Development of Education and the Requirements for Training IT Specialists.”
In 2022, five faculty members and seven master’s students participated in advanced training at St. Petersburg ITMO under the program “Teaching in the Field of Artificial Intelligence” (72 hours).
Master’s student Akosha Asanbaev (PIN-1-20) has actively engaged in scientific research, focusing on IoT technologies and robotics. In 2020, he was awarded the title of “Best Student of the CIS-2020” in the International Competition organized by the National Movement “Bobek” and the Association of Young Scientists of the CIS.
Key International and Collaborative Activities of the Department
International Monograph: “Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Exploring New Horizons” SCOPUS-2022
The Department contributed to the publication of the international monograph “Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Exploring New Horizons,” indexed in SCOPUS in 2022. [Link to the publication](ссылка на Шанхай).
International Activities of the Department for the 2020-2021 Academic Year
The department’s international initiatives for the 2020-2021 academic year are highlighted in a detailed report, outlining key partnerships, research collaborations, and academic exchanges. [Link to the report](ссылка Международная деятельность кафедры за 2020-21 уч. год.)
Best Practices of the SCO University KSTU named after I. Razzakova from 2010 to 2024
The best practices of the SCO University KSTU, named after I. Razzakova, have been compiled and analyzed, showcasing the department’s growth and contributions in international education and collaboration. [Link to the best practices](ссылка Лучшие практики УШОС КГТУ им. И.Раззакова за период с 2010 по 2024 годы).
Joint Educational Program with Al Farabi KazNU
The Department has successfully developed a joint educational program with Al Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU), fostering academic exchange and collaborative research. [Link to the program details](ссылка Совместная образовательная программа КазНУ им.Аль Фараби).
SOP Appendix
The SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) for international collaborations and academic mobility is outlined in the appendix, ensuring smooth operational and academic exchanges. [Link to the SOP](ссылка положение СОП).
Double Degree Program between KSUCTA and KazNU named after Al Farabi
The Department has signed a double degree agreement with KazNU, offering students the opportunity to earn degrees from both institutions. [Link to the program details](ссылка Двойной диплом КГУСТА , КазНУ им. Аль Фараби).
Academic Mobility Agreement with USUE
An academic mobility agreement with the Ural State Economic University (USUE) has been formalized, providing opportunities for student and faculty exchange. [Link to the order](ссылка Приказ об академической мобильности с УрГЭУ).
Online Training Course on GIS with SuperMap 10i
The Department organized an online training course on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using the SuperMap 10i program, expanding the technical skills of students and professionals in the field. [Link to the training details](ссылка онлайн тренинг по Супермэп).
