The Eurasian MA is an interdisciplinary program that combines Anthropology, History, Literature, Political Science, Religious Studies and Sociology. We define Eurasia inclusively, comprising not just the five post-Soviet republics of Central Asia, but Xinjiang, Mongolia, Afghanistan, the Caucasus, Russia and Eastern Europe. We believe the Eurasian MA will allow you to explore a wide range of intellectual interests, to receive a rigorous training in your chosen field, and to take an interdisciplinary approach to whatever research questions you develop.
- The first multi-disciplinary Area Studies program in Kazakhstan and the wider region focusing on Eurasia
- 2-year funded all-English MA program of 120 ECTS credits.
- Taught by internationally recognized faculty.
- Advised and actively supported by the partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Madison (USA).
- An exciting opportunity to explore the cultures, languages, histories, communities, societies, and politics of Eurasia.
- Includes the five post-Soviet Central Asian states, Russia, Eastern Europe, Mongolia, Xinjiang, and neighboring regions of South Asia, China and the Middle East.
- An unrivaled concentration of scholars with Eurasian expertise, spanning the disciplines of Anthropology, Economics, History, Literature, Oriental Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, and Sociology.
- Advanced academic training for pursuing careers in research, government, international organizations, academia, or other fields.
- Study in Astana, at the heart of Eurasia, with unparalleled access to archives, fieldwork sites, government agencies, international organizations, and foreign diplomats.
- Housing on campus with modern facilities, labs, library and sports center and a monthly stipend (only for Kazakhstani citizens).
- Awards “Master of Arts in Eurasian Studies” degree.
The absolute minimum requirement for English language proficiency test reports for admission to the Program is:
1) Overall IELTS test score of 7.0 (with sub-scores no less than 6.0) or the equivalent TOEFL score as posted on the ETS website;
2) The absolute minimum requirement for English language proficiency test report for conditional admission (ZYGP) is an overall IELTS test score of 6.0, with no more than one sub-score of 5.5, or the equivalent TOEFL scores as posted on the ETS website;
3) Applicants, at the discretion of the Admissions Committee, can be exempted from submitting the language proficiency test report if:
– one of their earlier academic degrees was earned in a country with English as the language of official communication, academic instruction and daily life.
– an undergraduate and/or graduate degree was earned in a program which was officially taught in English.
– the applicant is a graduate of Nazarbayev University.
Academic Requirements
1. An undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and a graduate/postgraduate degree (if applicable) in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of a 4.00. During the application period final year students may submit official current transcript for consideration.
2. High motivation and strong interest in the Program as outlined in a personal essay (500 words);
3. Resume;
4. Three letters of recommendation (written within the last 12 months).
2 years
– Research
– International organizations
– Academia
– Policy-making
– Journalism
– NGOs
– Government service
Core courses
EAS500 Introduction to Eurasia
EAS501 General Methodology
EAS506 Qualitative Methods and Research Design
EAS502 Disciplinary Methodology
ANT/SOC/REL/HST/WLL/PLS Electives
EAS505 Summer Research and fieldwork practicum
EAS503 Thesis I
EAS504 Thesis II
Thesis Writing
Ample funding is available for local and international students, with the majority receiving a full scholarship and stipend.
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- Application deadline for international applicants: February 28, 2023
- Application deadline for local applicants: April 18, 2023
