First Artificial Intelligence University to Open in Kazakhstan on September 1

Kazakhstan is set to launch its first dedicated artificial intelligence university on September 1, marking a significant step in the nation's technological advancement. The new institution, the Kazakh National Research University of Artificial Intelligence, plans to enroll around 600 students for its inaugural academic year.

The curriculum will heavily integrate AI models, utilizing them to personalize and individualize the learning experience for each student. This approach aims to provide a cutting-edge education tailored to the evolving demands of the AI field.

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We are building a continuous trajectory for training our own specialists. For example, TUMO is a creative technology center for children aged 12-18. For adults, there is Tomorrow School, focused on training practical AI specialists.

Of the 400 undergraduate positions available, 308 will be filled through state grants, ensuring accessibility for a significant portion of aspiring students. Additionally, 100 students will be admitted to master's programs specializing in artificial intelligence.

The initiative aligns with the government's broader strategy to cultivate domestic expertise in AI. Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry, Zhaslan Madiev, previously announced the university's launch as part of a comprehensive plan to develop a continuous pipeline of local AI specialists. This includes existing programs like TUMO for younger learners and Tomorrow School for practical AI training, with the new university representing the next phase in this educational ecosystem.

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The opening of the research AI university will be the next stage in the development of this educational ecosystem.