Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University not only strives for a high level of academic education but also creates conditions for the comprehensive development of its students. The Department for Student Development and Support ensures a comfortable educational environment, supports student initiatives, facilitates professional growth, and provides social protection for students.
The primary goal of educational and social activities is to shape a well-rounded future medical specialist with high professional competence, ethical standards, social responsibility, and commitment to humanitarian principles.
Department’s Mission:
To create a favorable environment for the comprehensive development of students, their social adaptation, professional training, and the education of highly ethical medical professionals.
Key Objectives:
- Supporting students’ social stability
- Developing professional and civic responsibility
- Creating conditions for personal growth
- Establishing a comfortable student environment
- Promoting student self-governance
- Providing psychological support and prevention programs
Department Structure
The department consists of several key centers working in different directions:
- Coordination and organization of educational and cultural events within the university
- Supporting student projects and developing leadership skills
- Encouraging social activity and student responsibility
- Assisting students in professional development and employer relations
- Organizing job fairs and meetings with employers
- Conducting training on soft skills development and job readiness
- Providing assistance to socially vulnerable students and supporting students with special needs
- Offering psychological support and preventing negative social phenomena
- Collaborating with external organizations to expand social protection opportunities
- Allocating dormitory placements
Creativity Center
- Developing students’ artistic, musical, and cultural potential
- Organizing creative competitions, exhibitions, and festivals
- Supporting initiatives in the fields of art and culture
Student Ombudsman of KazNMU
Additionally, the department includes the Student Ombudsman, who ensures the protection of student rights, monitors their interests, and interacts with university leadership.
Student Ombudsman / Rector’s Advisor on Youth Policy:
Sultanay Zhanibek
Phone:
Email: [email protected]
Who is the Student Ombudsman?
The Student Ombudsman is an independent representative of students, advocating for their rights and interests within the university. They help resolve conflicts, provide legal consultations, and contribute to creating a comfortable educational environment.
Key Responsibilities of the Ombudsman:
- Student Rights Protection – Reviewing complaints and appeals
- Mediation – Assisting in resolving disputes between students, faculty, and administration
- Informational Support – Clarifying student rights and privileges
- Educational Environment Analysis – Identifying issues and proposing solutions
In today’s world, students need not only deep knowledge in their professional field but also well-developed social, leadership, and personal skills. The Department for Student Development and Support exists to help every student unlock their potential, feel protected, and confidently move toward their goals.
We believe that a comprehensive approach to student development will help create an active, harmonious, and professionally oriented student community that will become the future elite of the medical field.
