"Hi everyone, I'm Sabira. I'm a graduate of the NU Foundation Year Program (NUFYP), and now I'm studying computer science. I chose to study at Nazarbayev University because it is one of the most progressive universities in Kazakhstan and is also ranked among the best universities in the world.
Regarding the NUFYP program, it was a really valuable experience for me as a student. NUFYP truly prepares you for a challenging bachelor's degree program. For those who graduate from NUFYP, studying for a bachelor's degree becomes easier because they are already familiar with the learning format, the assessment system, and have built a social network, which helps them find friends in the future. Personally, I was excited about the social life on campus during NUFYP. I participated in creative events at NU, for example, I painted horses on the wall of the Block 2 for Nauryz celebration. But most of all, I enjoyed doing project work. Subjects like Foundations of Leadership and EAP gave us students the opportunity to feel like researchers. I learned how to find academically relevant and useful resources, and how to express my thoughts professionally. I am very proud of my Leadership project, which helped me understand the admission policy for people with special needs.
NUFYP was a great start for me—it was like a demo version of real university life. However, NUFYP can also be challenging for students if they don’t invest enough time in it. Therefore, I highly recommend staying focused on studies and being less involved in campus life, as it was one of the main reasons some students couldn't pass NUFYP.
Overall, NUFYP helped me feel more confident in my Bachelor's course, and it helped me establish strong relationships with the NU community. I recommend this Program to those who want to enter university life with ready-made connections and knowledge".
“As a current student of Nazarbayev University, I am very proud to be part of it. I chose this
university because of its strong academic reputation and active community. The NUFYP Program
was an interesting experience in my life and am very grateful for these moments. I developed not
only my academic skills but also my social life. I participated in different events, volunteered, made
new friends, and joined clubs. Regarding academic success, I appreciate the NUFYP Faculty`s
outstanding teaching and support.
Personally, my favorite subjects were EAP and Foundations of Leadership. With great desire, I wrote my research project in EAP and conducted Leadership projects in Foundations of Leadership. NUFYP helped me to grow as a person and identify what I really like.
It made me more disciplined and taught me how to study effectively. These skills are
beneficial in my university studies now. NUFYP has prepared me well for the challenges ahead in
my Computer Science degree, and I would advise prospective students to take full advantage of
the resources and opportunities available here. If I had to describe my experience at NUFYP in one
sentence, it would be: a transformative journey of growth, learning, and self-discovery.”