In 2001, the Department of Computer Systems and Applied Mathematics was formed on the basis of the Department of Higher Mathematics. This change was due to the opening of a new specialty 370140 “Computer Systems of Information Processing and Control”.
Since July 1, 2005 the chair was divided into two chairs - Higher Mathematics and Computer Systems.
On February 26, 2010 by the decision of the Academic Council of the University the department was renamed as “Computer Science and Information Systems”. 
Since June 2015 the chair has been divided into two chairs - “Computer Science and Software” and “Information Systems”.
Department of “Computer Science” was founded by the decision of the Academic Council of NCJSC “Kazakh Agrotechnical University named after S. Seifullin” from April 01, 2022 on the basis of the merger of two departments - “Computer Science and Software” and “Information and Communication Technologies”.
The chair was headed by:
- Candidate of Technical Sciences, Associate Professor Eslyamov Serik Gazizovich: 2001 - 2005 academic years;
- Candidate of Technical Sciences, Atanov Sabyrzhan Kobeysinovich Atanov: 2005 - 2007 academic years;
- Candidate of Technical Sciences, Marat Uraskhanovich Baydeldinov: 2007 - 2008 academic years;
- Candidate of Technical Sciences, Turebayeva Rakhila Daulbekovna: 2008 - 2010 academic years;
- Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Associate Professor Zhantlesov Zhangabul Khamitovich: 2010 - 2011 academic year;
- Candidate of Technical Sciences, Raya Zinuddinovna Suleimenova: 2011 - 2013 academic years;
- Ph.D., Associate Professor Zhantlesov Zhangabul Khamitovich: 2014 - 2019 academic years;
- PhD, Adamova Aigul Dyusenbinovna: 2020 - 2021 academic year;
- PhD, Baimuratov Olimjon Abdukhakimovich: 2021 - 2022 academic year;
- PhD, Ainagulova Aliya Siyundukovna: 2022 - 2023 academic year;
- PhD, Yerlan Prmaganbetovich Makashev: 2023 - 2024 academic year;
- PhD, Acting Associate Prof. Akanova Akerke Saparovna: 2024 - present.
 

Аkanova Аkerke Saparovna

Aukenova Aigerim Orynbasarovna

Begaliyeva Kalamkas Baltabekovna

Duisenova Gaukhar

Zhumasseitova Samal Duisenbaevna

Kulmuratova Alima Shingysovna

Mazakova Bayan

Mukushev Bazarbek Agzashuly

Muratova Gulzhan Klyshеvna

Murzabekova Gulden Yeslyambekovna

Nurbekova Aiman Hafozovna

Sadykov Askarbek Amyrkulovich

Assel Seifullina

Toleuova Saule Khamitovna

Assylbek Nurzhan

Segizbayeva Makpal Serikkyzy

Moldir Aueskhanovna Issayeva

Tazhibay Lazzat Kanalbaikizi

International Cooperation in Academic Mobility and Research Internships: Key Directions and Opportunities for Students

Our university is actively developing international cooperation with leading universities in Europe and Russia, creating unique opportunities for students and researchers. Within the framework of partnerships with foreign universities, we aim to expand academic mobility, organize research internships, and implement dual degree programs. Let us review the key areas of cooperation with universities in Poland and Russia.

1. Warsaw University of Life Sciences (Poland)
Cooperation with Warsaw University of Life Sciences began in 2009 when a perpetual memorandum of understanding was signed. The main areas of partnership include academic mobility, research exchanges, and dual degree programs.

In 2021, as part of the academic mobility program, a student from the "Computer Engineering" program participated in an exchange in Warsaw. In the future, the university plans to expand student participation in academic mobility programs and implement a more extensive dual degree program.

2. Novosibirsk State Technical University (Russia)
Cooperation with Novosibirsk State Technical University began in 2019 with the signing of a perpetual partnership agreement. The university actively organizes research internships for PhD students and promotes academic mobility.

In 2022, as part of a research internship in Novosibirsk, students specializing in "Systems Engineering" and "Modeling and Optimization of Business Processes" participated. In 2023, further student participation in research internships is planned. Specifically, students specializing in "Modeling and Optimization of Business Processes" will take part in internships under the guidance of experienced specialists in the field of technical sciences.

Moreover, new internships for students specializing in "Systems Engineering" and "Modeling and Optimization of Business Processes" are expected in 2025. All research internship programs are supported by mentoring and guidance from qualified scientists.

3. Rzeszów University of Technology (Poland)

The cooperation agreement with Rzeszów University of Technology will come into force on May 13, 2024, and will be valid until May 13, 2029, with the possibility of automatic renewal for the next five years. The main focus of this partnership is academic mobility for students, which will open new opportunities for student exchanges.

In 2024, students in the "Computer Engineering" program will participate in academic mobility with Rzeszów University. Academic mobility programs are also planned for 2025, when students from the "Computer Engineering" and "Business Informatics" programs will have the opportunity to participate in exchange programs.

Furthermore, within the framework of this cooperation, the universities plan to develop a dual degree program. This will allow students to obtain degrees from two universities, significantly enhancing their competitiveness on the international job market.

Prospects for Students and Researchers
International cooperation between our university and leading educational and research institutions in Poland and Russia greatly expands opportunities for students and researchers. It not only contributes to the development of academic mobility and research internships but also opens up new horizons for implementing dual degree programs.
Our students receive unique opportunities to participate in international scientific projects, exchange knowledge and experience with foreign colleagues, and foster their professional and academic growth. The programs for academic mobility, research internships, and dual degree programs play a key role in the globalization of education and science.
Thus, international cooperation with universities in Poland and Russia plays a crucial role in expanding educational and scientific horizons, offering students new opportunities for personal and professional development.

At the department ‘Computer Science’ actively realise scientific projects, financed at the state level within the framework of the competition of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2024-2026. The heads of these projects are the head of the department Akanova A.S. and teacher Mukushev B.A.

Under the guidance of Akanova A.S. is working on the project ‘Analytical system for forecasting the dynamics of the number of grain crops pests in Kazakhstan based on a neural network model’. The project investigates the use of modern machine learning technologies to create an analytical system that will help agrarians to effectively predict the number of pests and take measures to protect the crop. The research group includes doctoral students of our department: Kaldarova M.J., Sharipova S.E., Anarbekova G.A. and Assylbek N.N., who are actively involved in the implementation of the project, including data analysis, model development and preparation of publications.

The project under the direction of Mukushev B.A. is working on the project ‘Development of interdisciplinary research ability of students in the implementation of synergetic education in higher education’ aims to develop interdisciplinary research ability of students through the introduction of synergetic approach in the educational process. The project explores the methodological foundations of integration of natural sciences, humanities and technical disciplines, which contributes to the training of specialists with deep interdisciplinary knowledge. The working group includes members of the department, as well as students and doctoral students actively involved in the project activities.

These studies emphasise the significance of the scientific work of the Computer Science Department in addressing topical issues of science and education, as well as their practical value for the sustainable development of Kazakhstan.
 

In 2022 the discipline ‘Technological Entrepreneurship’ was introduced into the curricula of educational programmes 6B06102 - ‘Business Informatics’, 6B06103 - ‘Computer Engineering’ on the recommendation of employers.

In 2022-2023 academic year on the basis of the Department of ‘Computer Science’ Master of Informatics, senior lecturer with industrial experience, certified business analyst and certified tracker of startup projects Seyfullina Asel Olzhabaevna Seyfullina proposed an initiative for the development of the startup ecosystem, a development programme was drawn up. The initiative is aimed at developing the skills of 21st century specialists: critical thinking, soft skill, data science, problem solving, management, pitch skill.

As a result, more than 10 open lectures were held by experts from different industries and companies (startup ClickLog, Microsoft Eastern Europe, Blockchain University, KBTU incubator, startup EMOTE.kz, Astana Hub, Centre AT).
Students of the educational programs 6B06102 – "Business Informatics", 6B06103 – "Computer Engineering" prepared startup projects in various innovative areas, 4 students participated in a hackathon based on the IT park of the Karaganda region Terricon Valley. 

(https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14L4yG06COBUHQtMeqit4Ti_jAQ2oHmva?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1VtPj0-UIdV-SnFpwDGuzMg_hkV0zhFDU?usp=share_link, https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ViAyEwYLVYMkWZGK-GBXf16LuRmJVKeE?usp=share_link)

45 students took the Startup School course on the Astana hub platform (https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1ViAyEwYLVYMkWZGK-GBXf16LuRmJVKeE).

In 2023-2024 academic year, the 4th year student Vladislav Sergeyev in the team took the first place in the Creative one ekaton (4-12.11.2023) and a certificate of participation in the ekaton DEM Project.

On 27-28 November 2023, the 3rd year student of the educational programme 6B06102 - ‘Business Informatics’ Tohirjonov Sanjarjon took part in the republican hackathon Amanat Tech and received a certificate of participation.

In December-March 2023, Seifullina A.O. and student Baizen Zarina, as part of her team, went through the Central Asian incubation programme Tumaris Tech II, which was held as part of the programme to support women's entrepreneurship.
On 11 March 2023, the Tumaris.Tech Expo Central Asia startup exhibition was held at the Astrum IT Academy, where 17 startup projects participating in the Tumaris.Tech programme were presented. At the end of the conference, an award ceremony was held for the best startup projects. Winners:
- EasyStep project (A.O. Seifullina) in the nomination ‘Fast Scaling’ (https://it-park.uz/ru/itpark/news/kak-proshla-vystavka-tumaris-tech-expo);
- ADU24 - in the nomination ‘Investment Drive’;
- Happy.kg company in the nomination ‘Big Demand’;
- launch DermaMarker - in the category ‘Deep Dive’;
- Mavi Jobs project in the ‘Most Caring’ category. 
The startup EasyStep participated in the July 2023 Baku Invest Day, Baku, Azerbaijan.
EasyStep, a startup project of Asel Oljabayevna Seyfullina Seyfullina, a senior lecturer of the Computer Science Department, won a prize at an international competition. As the winner USAID paid for her training in Silicon Valley (USA, November-December 2023, cost $14000) and participation in the winter summit Plug and Play (https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/) within the framework of the project on development of entrepreneurship and business environment.

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In March 2024, A.O. Seifullina, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Computer Science, Master of Computer Science, became a UN Women Mentor, becoming one of 50 mentors from around the world, and is also a volunteer for Lead Online events at Women in Tech Uzbekistan.    

The social life of the Department of Computer Science is very meaningful and diverse. Formation of active life position, patriotic spirit, optimistic outlook of each specialist is carried out on the basis of programmes and plans adopted at the level of the university and faculty.

There are different organisations working in the university, such as student maslikhat, Debate Club ‘Amanat’, Student Council. Students of the department are members of the following organisations Zhas Otan, Alliance of Students of Kazakhstan.

In addition, there are intrafaculty clubs and associations, which contribute to the formation of an active lifestyle of students of the department. Students of the department participate in the Dance Ensembles ‘Kyzgaldak’, ‘Shattyk’, as well as in the National Instrumental Ensemble ‘Shabyt’. Students of the department are engaged in vocal. Students of the department take an active part in the KVN team ‘Agrarka sarbazdary’. KVN team ‘Agrarka sarbazdary’ is one of the leading KVN teams of the Republic.

May 20, 2024, students of educational programmes 6B06102 - ‘Business Informatics’ and 6B06103 - ‘Computer Engineering’ of S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University after 10-week training were certified under the programme of training and employment in the representative office of 1C in Kazakhstan. In accordance with the Memorandum 01/23 M-12833 signed on 13 December 2023, InfoSoftProm LLP (Representative of 1C in Kazakhstan) allocated 10 grants for students of KATIU named after S. Seifullin for training with issuance of certificates and subsequent employment. Two students who have completed the training will be employed in the main office of the company, the rest received recommendations for partner companies. 

We thank InformSofgProm LLP for organising the Training and Employment Programme and look forward to further cooperation!

On November 7, 2024 students of our university took part in the forum ‘Aitu.Cloud Day’, which took place in Astana Hub and was organised by JSC ‘Kazaktelecom’ together with ‘Smart Cities’ LLP, a member of BTS Digital group. Four new cloud services of domestic development under the brand Aitu.Cloud, aimed at optimising data management and reducing IT costs for Kazakhstani companies, were presented at the forum. Our students met Bagdat Batyrbekovich Musin, former Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, and Chairman of the Board of JSC ‘Kazaktelecom’. Out of ten certificates for cloud services, each with a nominal value of 100 thousand tenge, our students won four, which was a vivid confirmation of their knowledge and skills!

Three students of our department - Eleonora Miller, Adel Bayanbaeva and Aigerim Sundetilla - took part in the annual beauty contest ‘Miss KazATIU 2024’, which was held in the walls of KazATIU named after S. Seifullin. The event was organised by the university club ‘Symbat Girls’, and sponsored by such companies as Astana Clinic, model agency Fashion Provocation and flower salons ‘Sulu’ and ‘Wishlist flowers’. The competition united talented female students of all faculties who demonstrated the art of dance, culture of behaviour and erudition. Our department is proud of its representatives who brilliantly showed themselves on this bright platform!

From 3 to 5 September 2024, students and teachers of our university took part in the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Digital Inclusion and Transformation, held in the Congress Centre ‘EXPO’ in Astana. The event, organised in accordance with UN Regulations, brought together more than 50 ministers from UNESCAP member countries and 400 delegates. Teachers A.O. Seifullina, S.D. Zhumaseitova and G.E. Murzabekova, together with students Zarina Baizen, Alisher Akhmetkaliev and Alikhan Boldubaev, represented our university, discussing key issues of digitalisation, coordination of projects in the digital sphere and expansion of Kazakhstan's IT services exports. The conference also included consideration of the establishment of a UN Digital Solutions Centre in Almaty, highlighting the significance of the event for regional development.     

Z11C1G4, Republic of Kazakhstan,
Astana, 2, Ybyrai Altynsarin str.
tel.: +7 (7172) 383-958,
e-mail: cs.department@kazatu.edu.kz

Bachelor's degree
Educational Programme: 6B06103 - ‘Computer Engineering’
Qualification: Bachelor in the field of information and communication technologies.
The aim of the programme is to train specialists in the field of computer engineering, capable of designing, developing and implementing modern computer systems, networks and intelligent devices. The programme focuses on creating competitive IT specialists ready to meet the challenges of digitalisation in key sectors such as agriculture, medicine, education and economics.
The programme features an interdisciplinary approach and a combination of theoretical and practical training. The programme provides opportunities for academic mobility, internships in leading IT companies and participation in dual degree programmes with foreign universities. Students learn skills in artificial intelligence, robotics and mechatronics laboratories, which ensures their readiness to implement innovative solutions in the digital economy. 
The educational programme 6B06103 - Computer Engineering is aimed at training specialists with competences in design, development and maintenance of computer systems and networks, application of modern network technologies and creation of intelligent devices. Graduates can develop innovative solutions for such spheres as agriculture, medicine, education and economy, contributing to the implementation of the Digital Kazakhstan programme. The programme provides opportunities for academic mobility and dual-degree education through cooperation with universities in Belarus, Italy and the USA, as well as internships in IT companies such as Kazakhtelecom JSC and Kazdream Technologies LLP. Students gain practical skills in the artificial intelligence, robotics and mechatronics laboratories, which ensures their competitiveness in the global market.
 
Educational Programme 6B06102 - ‘Business Informatics’ 
Qualification: Bachelor in the field of information and communication technologies.
The aim of the programme is to train specialists capable of using modern analytical methods for data processing, analysis of business processes and development of IT solutions that optimise processes in various industries. The programme builds competences necessary for the application of digital technologies in business, science and public administration.
The programme features integration of knowledge in data analysis, development of machine learning algorithms and IT project management. Graduates can work in IT companies, manufacturing and scientific organisations, working in data modelling, developing intelligent systems and visualising analytical information. The programme includes practical training, cooperation with leading employers and development of skills in demand in the digital transformation.
The educational programme 6B06102 - Business Informatics trains specialists to work with data, including its processing, analysis and visualisation, as well as to develop algorithms and machine learning models. Graduates can work in IT companies, government agencies, agriculture and scientific organisations in business process analysis, data modelling and implementation of intelligent solutions. The programme combines training in key aspects of programming and analytics with the development of managerial and entrepreneurial skills, giving graduates broad career prospects in the digital economy.

Master's programme
Name and code of OP 7M06102 - ‘Computer Systems and Technologies’
List of qualifications and positions:
The purpose of the educational programme is to prepare Masters of Technical Sciences, possessing engineering and scientific thinking, pedagogical skills, capable of carrying out research and management activities based on modern methods of design of computing and software systems in the field of software engineering.
Features of the educational programme.The educational programme is aimed at training highly qualified specialists in the field of information technology, capable of:
- develop and optimise IT processes;
- apply modern analytical and digital tools;
- develop innovative solutions for digitalisation of production processes.
The uniqueness of the programme lies in the cooperation with European partner universities, which allows for academic mobility, internships and double diplomas (Kazakhstani and foreign). Students have access to Scopus and Web of Science databases, and also participate in research, including work in laboratories of robotics, mechatronics, artificial intelligence.

Name and code of OP 7M06103 - ‘Information Business Analytics’
Students gain practical skills in the artificial intelligence, robotics and mechatronics laboratories, which ensures their competitiveness in the global market.
Educational Programme 6B06102 - ‘Business Informatics’ - REFERENCE TO DOCUMENT ‘Educational Programme “Business Informatics”!!!!’ Qualification: Bachelor in the field of information and communication technologies. The aim of the programme is to train specialists capable of using modern analytical methods for data processing, analysis of business processes and development of IT solutions that optimise processes in various industries.
The programme builds competences necessary for the application of digital technologies in business, science and public administration. The programme features integration of knowledge in data analysis, development of machine learning algorithms and IT project management.
Graduates can work in IT companies, manufacturing and scientific organisations, working in data modelling, developing intelligent systems and visualising analytical information.The programme includes practical training, cooperation with leading employers and development of skills in demand in the digital transformation. 
The programme includes interaction with employers and practical implementation of projects based on real data.

Doctoral studies
Name and code of OP: 8D06102 - ‘Systems Engineering’
Aim of the educational programme: Training of highly qualified scientific personnel in the field of systems engineering, capable of developing and improving complex IT-systems and complexes, applying interdisciplinary knowledge in computer science, mathematical methods and management of complex systems.
Educational programme features: The programme focuses on research activities including:
- development of neurocomputer models for analysis and simulation;
- creation and optimisation of SMART systems, including IoT solutions;
- application of statistical and dynamic modelling methods;
- development of artificial intelligence skills and technologies for agricultural and industrial applications.
The programme is delivered in collaboration with stakeholders including employers and academia. The focus is on the combination of theoretical training and practical work in laboratories and internships.

Name and code of OP 8D06103 - ‘Modelling and Optimisation of Business Processes’
Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The educational programme 8D06103 - ‘Modelling and Optimisation of Business Processes’ prepares highly qualified specialists capable of designing and implementing intelligent systems to optimise business processes.Graduates of the programme work on digitalisation and process improvement in various sectors of the economy, including transport, logistics, finance and industry. The programme combines theoretical knowledge and practical skills in mathematical modelling, neural network technologies and artificial intelligence, enabling its graduates to solve complex management and automation problems in the context of digital transformation.
The programme focuses on the formation of professionals capable of making managerial decisions based on data analysis, forecasting and modelling. Programme features include an emphasis on the application of artificial intelligence techniques such as machine learning and neural networks, as well as DevOps and systems analytics technologies.
Students learn how to use analytical tools to automate processes, develop intelligent systems and manage big data.The programme includes interaction with employers and practical implementation of projects based on real data. 
It includes the opportunity to work on projects with leading academic and industrial organisations.

Contact: Akanova Akerke Saparovna - Head of the Department of Computer Science. Tel. +7(7172)38-39-58. e-mail: akerkegansaj@mail.ru
 

Bachelor

6В061 Information and communication technologies

6B06102 Business Informatics

6B06103 Computer Engineering

Master's degree programme