Overview

Structured as a four-year, full-time program totaling 240 ECTS, the curriculum integrates comprehensive coursework, specialized electives, and an intensive research thesis. Students acquire cutting-edge knowledge across Physical, Analytical, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry, with opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research spanning Chemical Engineering, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, and Biomedical Sciences. Ethics, communication, and innovation training are embedded throughout, fostering the translation of research into sustainable technologies, commercial products, and policy solutions.

Key facts:

The Ph.D. in Chemistry program of the School of Sciences and Humanities (SSH) at Nazarbayev University is delivered through a unified academic curriculum that offers students the flexibility to choose from several specialized study options. One such option is Chemistry with Industrial R&D, which is delivered in accordance with the University-wide Industry PhD modality. This study option is available to students with industrial sponsorship and focuses on applied research conducted primarily at sponsor premises, providing essential logistical flexibilities such as hybrid/online coursework and NDA-compliant alternatives for IP-restricted publications where necessary.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Advanced Medicinal Chemistry

Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics

Mechanistic of Organic Reactions

Modern Inorganic Chemistry

Polymer Chemistry

Spectrochemical Methods of Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-17 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-07-30 00:00:00 , National

More details

For international applicants with visa required prior to arrival: July 17

All other applicants (local and international): July 30

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Astana, Kazakhstan

Disciplines

Chemistry

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

During the application period, final year master's students may submit an official transcript for current coursework for consideration;A minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 in an applicant’s Master’s degree. For PhD in Eurasian studies program, a competitive CGPA in an applicant’s Master’s degree.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23500 USD / year

≈ 23500 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

23500 USD / year

≈ 23500 USD / year

Additional Details

For residents of the Republic of Kazakhstan, payments are processed in the national currency at the internal exchange rate of 486 KZT per 1 USD, as approved by the University.

Living costs

Astana

Kazakhstan

151250 - 222349 KZT / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.