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Non-formal education

Non-formal adult education is a type of education provided by organizations offering learning opportunities regardless of place, time, or form of study. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate of completion confirming their learning outcomes.

Courses under non-formal education programs are organized by the Office of Competencies and Career Growth with the aim of meeting adults’ cognitive and professional needs.

Recognition of non-formal learning outcomes is carried out by a special commission that reviews submitted documents and evaluates the compliance of achieved learning outcomes with the requirements of educational programs.

Categories of Participants

Participants in non-formal education programs may include:

  • students of the University;
  • individuals seeking to improve their qualifications through non-formal learning programs.

Procedure for Course Participation

University students may take non-formal education courses during their free time, including vacation periods.

The procedure for participation is as follows:

  • a student wishing to study additional disciplines beyond the curriculum submits an application to the Office of Competencies and Career Growth during the academic year;
  • a student who needs to complete prerequisites for a professional educational program also applies to the Office of Competencies and Career Growth using the approved form.

Documents Required for Enrollment

Individuals applying for non-formal education courses must submit the following documents to the Office of Competencies and Career Growth:

  1. application form;
  2. copy of an identity document.

Contact:

📞 8 (7142) 51-14-75 Office of Competencies and Career Growth

Kostanay Regional University named after Akhmet Baitursynuly

Admission committee