Our Summer School in Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics and Advanced Technologies offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in cutting-edge research at the intersection of:
- Nuclear physics and engineering
- Astrophysics and data science
- Material science and nano technology
- Robotics.
Designed for ambitious and curious students, this Summer School combines inspiring lectures and hands-on project work in a scientific environment that will challenge and empower you.
Step into a summer that goes far beyond the ordinary!
Program
First Week
(8–12 June)
(8–12 June)
First Week
(8–12 June)
(8–12 June)
Science is Fun
Tutors will deliver engaging lectures introducing students to the fundamental concepts of modern science and current research areas.
Second Week
(15–19 June)
(15–19 June)
Second Week
(15–19 June)
(15–19 June)
Lab Tours
Participants will visit Nazarbayev University laboratories and leading scientific centers in Astana, gaining insight into real research environments.
Third Week
(22–26 June)
(22–26 June)
Third Week
(22–26 June)
(22–26 June)
Lead Your Project
Students will begin developing their own projects, working in teams under the guidance of mentors and researchers.
Fourth Week
(29–30 June)
(29–30 June)
Fourth Week
(29–30 June)
(29–30 June)
Project Pitch
During the final days, participants will present and pitch their projects, showcasing their ideas and research outcomes.
Meet Our Team
- Dosbol NauruzbayevSenior Researcher NURA
- Gulfairuz SerikbayevaDepartment of Physics
- Abusultan MeirambekulyDepartment of Physics
- Eldana RustemovaDepartment of Physics
- Dana AlinaAssistant Professor SSHDepartment of Physics
- Adel UmirbayevaDepartment of Physics
- Alexander TikhonovAssociate Professor SSHDepartment of Physics
- Aliya NurmukhanbetovaSEDSDepartment of Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Altay ZhakatayevAssistant Professor SEDSDepartment of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
FAQ
For any questions, please contact us by email: school@npg.kz
High school students of 10th and 12th grade as well as 1st and 2nd year university students are eligible to apply for the Summer School.
The application period is from February 28 to April 1 2026.
The Summer School will take place from June 8 to June 30 2026.
During the Summer School, students will attend lectures and hands-on laboratory sessions in various scientific fields.
Yes, at the end of the Summer School, students will complete a team project and then present and defend their work.
No, accommodation and flight tickets should be covered by participants. The summer school provides four weeks of lectures delivered by professors, along with access to hands-on laboratory sessions.
The summer school will be held at Nazarbayev University, located at 53 Kabanbay Batyr Avenue in Astana, Kazakhstan.
Yes, you can submit your essay in Russian or Kazakh, but English is preferred. Please note that the summer school will be conducted in English, so it’s a great opportunity to practice and improve your language skills.
Sponsors and Support
Registration deadline: April 1, 2026, 23:59 (Astana time)
Level: 1st–2nd year university students.
Nazarbayev University
Astana, Kazakhstan
8-30 June 2026
English
