Incoming exchange students
Policies for organization of incoming exchange academic mobility program:
- The exchange student will be nominated by one institution and subject to acceptance by the other institution. Each exchange student will meet and satisfy the admission procedures of the faculty to which she/he applies, as well as the prerequisite for specific courses or programs
- The number of exchange students is limited only by mutual agreement of partners.
- Applicants for exchange programs should meet the following general criteria:
- Be a regular student at the home university
- Have GPA of 2.75 and above
- Have a solid command of English (equivalent to IELTS 6.0). If the language of study at home university is English, a letter from the international office/faculty from the home institution is enough
- Each student participating in the exchange program follows his/her home university exchange program policy and rules, is waived from tuition fee, admission fee, registration fee at the host university and will be held responsible for the following costs:
- Medical insurance and treatment
- Transportation
- Accommodation and meal
- Visa
- Course material
- Student activity fee (if otherwise not stipulated in the agreement)
- All other costs which may arise during the stay in the host country
- Exchange students should be a full time students
- Exchange students prepare in advance their study plan by filling in the Learning Agreement
- Exchange students are subject to all rules and regulations of the host institution and country
- Host institution will issues a transcript of grades for exchange students for free and send it to the home institution in a timely manner.
A student should be nominated to study at SDU by a partner university. A representative of a partner university should send the following documents:
- Scanned copy of student’s passport
- Color photo (passport size)
- Scanned copy of the official transcript (original copy should be brought in person)
- Dorm request form, where required
- Language proficiency evidence (i.e.: letter from university, or certification equivalent to IELTS 6.0)
By the end of April, complete the application for an exchange visit in the Fall semester, and by the end of October for an exchange visit in the Spring semester.
Before arrival:
Obtain an Admission Letter from the International Relations Office at SDU. Also, provide the following documents if a visa is required:
- Passport scanned copy
- Evidence of home address
- City where visa will be applied for
FAQ incoming exchange students
A student should be nominated by partner university.
Representative of a partner university should send the following documents:
- Scanned copy of your passport;
- Color photo (passport size);
- Scanned copy of your official transcript (bring original with you);
- Dorm request
- Language proficiency (Letter from university/equivalent to IELTS 6.0).
By the end of April complete the application for exchange in Fall semester, and by the end of October for exchange in Spring semester.
Before arrival procedures:
Receive from the International Relations Office an Admission letter
Provide the following documents if you are required VISA:
- Passport scanned copy
- Home address in you country
- City, where you will be applying for a VISA
Receive an Invitation Letter with a number and apply for visa from home country;
Accommodation:
SDU guarantees a place in the dormitory for exchange students coming from partner universities, if it is so stipulated in the agreement between both institutions.
After Arrival Procedures:
Visit Coordinator for incoming mobility who gives you the required documents and to whom you submit original certificates from your country.
Prepare and Submit the following documents to Visa coordinator:
- copy of passport;
- Migration card;
- 2 passport size photo;
- Residence address
Get username and password for login to the computers on campus and Wi-Fi from Coordinator for incoming students;
Get Entry Card and Student library Card submitting:
- Copy of passport
- 3*4 size photo
Attend orientation session (See Calendar of events) During Add/drop period you may withdraw from/add new courses
What is the first step to initiate my exchange application to SDU University?
You have to be nominated by your home university. The home institution should send an email to the International Relations Office through iro@sdu.edu.kz before the deadline announced for every academic term.
How do I apply?
Please see Academic Exchange Student Application
Should I send my application form via regular post, fax, or email?
After you finalize approval of your learning agreement which is intended course plan at SDU, we highly recommend you to email soft copy of your application documents to iro@sdu.edu.kz. And mail all original documents including approved Learning Agreement, Transcript of Records by post.
To the following address:
1/1 Abylaikhan St., Kaskelen City
Almaty Region, 040900
Republic of Kazakhstan
International Relations office
Learning Agreement has to be first approved, signed and stamped by your departmental and institutional coordinators at your home institution. Original documents must be sent to International Relations Office.
Do I need to provide a document for language proficiency?
In most departments SDU University has two parallel programs in where medium of instruction is totally in English and totally in Kazakh. All Academic Exchange Students have to provide a proof of sufficient language proficiency r in English in accordance with the medium of instruction of desired programs.
I need financial aid; does SDU University provide such aid to exchange students?
No. SDU does not provide financial aid for incoming exchange students.
What should I do after sending my application documents?
After receiving your official application forms, International Relations Office at SDU send them to respective academic departments. The duration of the evaluation varies from department to department and time to time. Once the departmental evaluation is finalized, you will be informed by e-mail. As soon as your application is accepted, a soft copy of an official invitation letter will be sent you by e-mail. In case you need the hard copy of the invitation, please inform Ms. Aizhamal Akhayeva in advance. If your application is not accepted, you will also be informed.
Do I need a visa?
Please see:
http://www.mfa.kz/en/#!/consular_issues/obtaining_kazakhstan_visa/
I want to stay with a family. Does SDU University make a home-stay arrangement for me?
No, SDU does not arrange a home-stay for you.
Do I have an option to stay in Dormitory?
Yes. SDU University Dormitories are open to its all students including Kazakh, International and Exchange Students. Even though SDU gives priority to Exchange Students and International Students, all applications are determined by the availability of rooms. Therefore, the confirmation of housing also depends on the availability of rooms.
Is English always the language of instruction at SDU University?
English and Kazakh are two main medium of instructions at our University. Some departments have two parallel programs, one is totally in English and one is totally in Kazakh. Using the corresponding language is an obligation of lecturer.
Can I join some cultural and sports activities at SDU?
Yes. There are a lot of different students clubs at SDU University. You can join any of these clubs. SDU University encourages and supports students’ participation to such activities, indeed.
What is the procedure for transferring my credits earned at SDU University to my home University?
You should contact your home university for this procedure.
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