International Scientific Cooperation

From 9 to 12 September 2026, the Dean of the Faculty, Associate Professor E.U. Zulpikharova, participated in the XIV International Symposium of Altaic Communities on “The Past, Present and Future of Altaic Studies”, held in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan, where she delivered a scientific presentation. The international scientific event brought together 110 scholars from 15 countries. The symposium addressed актуal issues in Altaic studies, Turkology, and the history and culture of the Turkic peoples. For her active participation, E.U. Zulpikharova was awarded a certificate.

Project Leader, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor M.B. Kozha, PhD, Associate Professor B.S. Sizdikov, and Master’s degree holder and Lecturer Sh. Almazuly conducted research in Cambridge, United Kingdom, studying written sources and manuscripts related to the history of Islam in Kazakhstan and Central Asia held in the collections of the libraries of the University of Cambridge and the British Museum.

On 29 September 2026, the scholars participated in the international scientific conference “Archaeological Approaches to Urbanism and Urban Sustainability in Medieval Central Asia”, held at King’s College, University of Cambridge, where they presented research findings related to the ancient settlements of Otrar, the Keles Valley, and Kultobe.

Scientific and Educational-Methodological Works

On 24 September 2026, a presentation of the textbook by PhD Raigul Khazretalikyzy, entitled “The Use of Foreign Archival Sources in Teaching the Contemporary History of Kazakhstan”, was held.

On 8 October 2026, a presentation of scientific works on “The Turkic World: Historical and Cultural Interaction and Cooperation” was organized. A monograph, textbook, and reader prepared with the participation of Acting Professor of the Department of History K. Bazarbayev were presented to students.

Academic Mobility

PhD, Associate Professor B.S. Sizdikov, within the framework of the Orhun Academic Mobility Program, participated in an academic exchange at Gazi University in Ankara, Republic of Türkiye, from 5 to 12 October 2026, contributing to the exchange of experience and the development of scientific and academic cooperation.

In 2025, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor Z. Adilbekova and G.O. Nurbетova participated in an academic exchange at Akdeniz University, Republic of Türkiye.

Achievements of Academic Staff

In 2025, A.N. Dzhumadullayeva, M. Zholseitova, and E.U. Zulpikharova were awarded Letters of Appreciation from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

A.N. Dzhumadullayeva received a Letter of Appreciation from the administration of the “Kogamdyk kelisim” Municipal State Institution under the Department of Public Development of Turkistan Region, while A.N. Dzhumadullayeva and G.T. Zhorayeva received Letters of Appreciation from the Chairperson of the Turkistan Regional Branch of the AMANAT Party.

In 2025, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor G.O. Nurbетova was awarded a Letter of Appreciation from the Rector of Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University.

In 2026, Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor G.T. Zhorayeva received an award from the Akim of Turkistan for her contribution to the development of science on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

Achievements of Students

In March 2026, Asel Kulakhmedova, a student of group GTA-412, under the supervision of PhD, Senior Lecturer M. Salgarayev, was awarded the title “Best Student” at the Central Asian level.

In 2026, Zhannur Beisenbay, a student of group GTK-511, under the supervision of Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor G.T. Zhorayeva, became the winner of the international competition “Best Student of the CIS” and was awarded a First-Degree Diploma.

These achievements demonstrate the systematic implementation at the Department of History of activities in the areas of research, international cooperation, academic mobility, educational and methodological work, and the development of students’ research potential.

Аchievements of the department of preschool and primary education

The Department of Preschool and Primary Education systematically carries out activities aimed at improving the quality of education, enhancing educational programmes, developing academic mobility, improving the professional qualifications of academic staff, and supporting the scientific and creative potential of students.

Accreditation of Educational Programmes

In 2025, the Department’s educational programmes 7M01202 – Pedagogy of Preschool Education and Training and 7М01303 – Pedagogy and Methods of Primary Education successfully passed accreditation. This demonstrates the effectiveness of the Department’s work in ensuring the quality of education and improving educational programmes in accordance with modern requirements.

Academic Mobility

The Department regularly implements both internal and external academic mobility for its academic staff. Academic mobility enables lecturers to gain professional experience, become familiar with advanced teaching methodologies, exchange experience with colleagues, and strengthen cooperation with higher education institutions in Kazakhstan and abroad.

Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Acting Associate Professor A.K. Rysbekova delivered lectures at the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan from 1 to 14 April 2025, as well as at Nizami University and Samarkand State Medical University from 13 to 27 October 2025.

PhD, Senior Lecturer G.T. Abdullina delivered lectures at I. Zhansugurov Zhetysu University from 4 November to 6 December 2024 במסגרת the academic mobility programme.

PhD, Senior Lecturer B.N. Auezov completed an internship at I. Arabaev Kyrgyz State University in the Kyrgyz Republic from 28 September to 28 October 2020.

Achievements of the Academic Staff

Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Acting Associate Professor G.T. Tokkulova was awarded the public “Birlik” Gold Medal of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan in 2025 for her contribution to strengthening national unity, preserving social harmony and accord, and promoting spiritual culture. In 2025, she was also awarded the commemorative medal “30 Years of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan”, and in 2024, the medal “For Contribution to the Development of the City of Turkistan.”

Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Acting Associate Professor A.K. Rysbekova was awarded a Letter of Appreciation from the Akim of Turkistan in 2022, and in 2025, a Letter of Appreciation from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan for her significant contribution to the development of education and science in the Republic of Kazakhstan, dedicated service, and professional commitment.

Achievements of Students

Under the supervision of Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Acting Associate Professor A.K. Rysbekova, three students took third place at the Republican Subject Olympiad held at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University in 2024.

Under the supervision of PhD, Senior Lecturer G.T. Abdullina, three students took third place at the Republican Subject Olympiad held at I. Zhansugurov Zhetysu University in 2022.

The accreditation of the Department’s educational programmes, the development of academic mobility, the professional achievements of academic staff, and the students’ results at the national level demonstrate the sustainable development of the Department of Preschool and Primary Education in the areas of education, research, and educational-methodological activities.

Аchievements of the department of pedagogy and psychology

The Department of Pedagogy and Psychology systematically carries out activities in the areas of education, research, international cooperation, and academic mobility. The academic staff of the Department actively contributes to the development of students’ professional competencies, the advancement of research activities, and the improvement of the quality of education.

Achievements in Educational Programmes:

In 2025, the Department’s educational programmes 6B01121 – Psychology (IP), 6B01101 – Pedagogy and Psychology, 7M01101 – Pedagogy and Psychology, and 8D01101 – Pedagogy and Psychology successfully passed accreditation.

The content of the educational programmes is continuously improved in accordance with current labour market requirements, modern trends in education, and professional standards.

The Department regularly organizes educational-methodological and research activities aimed at developing the scientific, creative, and professional potential of students.

The academic staff actively participates in internal and external academic mobility programmes. Through academic mobility, lecturers gain professional experience, exchange advanced teaching practices, and expand international and domestic academic partnerships.

The Department’s lecturers actively participate in preparing students for national and international academic subject Olympiads, research projects, conferences, and various competitions.

Achievements of Students:

• Under the supervision of Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Acting Associate Professor A.K. Rysbekova, students participated in national subject Olympiads and achieved strong results. In 2024, three students won third place.
• Students actively participate in scientific conferences, round tables, subject Olympiads, debates, and research projects, thereby developing their professional and research competencies.
• To support the research activities of undergraduate and master’s students, the Department regularly organizes research seminars, open lectures, master classes, and scientific-practical events.

Professional Achievements of Academic Staff:

• PhD, Acting Associate Professor A.B. Tasova was awarded a Letter of Appreciation from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan in 2025 for her significant contribution to the development of education and science in the Republic of Kazakhstan, dedicated work, and professional service.
• PhD, Associate Professor A.A. Kuralbayeva was awarded a Letter of Appreciation from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan in 2025 for her significant contribution to the development of education and science in the Republic of Kazakhstan, dedicated work, and professional service.
• The academic staff of the Department publishes research articles, educational and methodological works, textbooks, and research findings, contributing to the development of pedagogy and psychology.

Research Projects

The academic staff of the Department actively participates in research projects implemented within the framework of grant funding provided by the Science Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

• Zh.Z. Torybayeva – Project Leader. Research activities were carried out within the project “Organization of Volunteer Activities to Ensure a Safe Educational Environment that Promotes a Healthy Lifestyle among the Youth of New Kazakhstan.” The amount of grant funding for the project is 54,342,470.50 KZT.
• A.K. Kuralbayeva – Project Leader. Within the framework of the 2024–2026 grant competition for scientific and scientific-technical projects conducted by the Science Committee of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the research project AP23488203 “Kazakhstan Standard for Monitoring the Development of Preschool Children and Conducting Their Screening” was awarded funding. Research activities under this project are currently ongoing.
• The results of the research projects are aimed at improving pedagogical and psychological processes in the preschool and higher education systems, scientifically studying the developmental characteristics of students, and introducing modern methodologies.

International and Academic Cooperation

• The Department’s lecturers actively contribute to the development of scientific and educational cooperation with higher education institutions in Kazakhstan and abroad, participate in international scientific events, and engage in professional experience exchange.
• Within the framework of academic mobility, activities are carried out to enhance the professional qualifications of academic staff, master modern educational technologies, and introduce advanced international practices into the educational process.
• By involving scholars and experts from Kazakhstan and abroad in lectures, research seminars, round tables, and scientific-practical conferences, the Department creates opportunities to broaden students’ academic and professional horizons.

Key Results of the Department

The Department’s main achievements include the successful accreditation of educational programmes, professional and research achievements of the academic staff, students’ prize-winning results at national Olympiads, the implementation of grant-funded research projects, and the development of academic mobility.

The Department will continue its work aimed at improving the quality of education, expanding research activities, strengthening international cooperation, and training competitive professionals in pedagogy and psychology.