KAZGASA × UNIVERSITÀ POLITECNICA DELLE MARCHE
An international preparatory programme by KazGASA and Università Politecnica delle Marche (Italy)
Begin your educational journey in Kazakhstan and continue it in Italy! Foundation Year is a one-year academic and language preparation programme for international students planning to pursue university studies in Italy.
Foundation Year is an international preparatory programme delivered through cooperation between the International Educational Corporation (KazGASA, Kazakhstan) and Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM, Italy).
The programme helps students strengthen the foundational knowledge needed for university studies, improve their English and Italian language skills, and gradually adapt to the academic and cultural environment in Italy.
A distinctive feature is the opportunity to study in two countries: the first semester takes place at KazGASA in Almaty, and the second in Fabriano, Italy, with the involvement of UNIVPM.
Duration: one academic year. Total workload: 60 ECTS credits. The programme consists of two complementary semesters.
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The first semester is delivered at KazGASA. This stage focuses on building the academic and language foundations needed for the transition to studying in Italy.
Core areas include English language, Italian language and culture, foundations of mathematics, and European law and regulations.
The second stage takes place in Italy within the programme of Università Politecnica delle Marche. Students develop knowledge in their chosen pathway, attend lectures and practical classes, and experience university life.
The programme includes opportunities for laboratory learning, academic orientation and cultural adaptation.
Foundation Year offers two academic pathways that students can select according to their future study plans.
This pathway is intended for students interested in natural sciences, medical education and further university studies in related fields.
It focuses on strengthening foundational scientific knowledge, developing analytical skills and, where relevant to the chosen pathway, preparing for the IMAT examination.
This pathway is designed for students who plan to continue their studies in economics, management, business and social sciences.
It supports the development of mathematical and analytical skills, an understanding of socio-economic processes and a solid foundation for further university studies.
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Study in Kazakhstan and Italy and discover the academic and cultural environments of two countries.
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Develop English and Italian language skills through structured learning.
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Strengthen knowledge in key subjects relevant to your future degree pathway.
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Apply knowledge through practical classes and laboratory activities.
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Meet students from different countries and gain new cultural experiences.
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Become familiar with Italian higher education and academic expectations before applying for degree studies.
KazGASA is a higher education institution based in Almaty, offering education in architecture, construction, design and engineering. The corporation develops international academic cooperation, joint educational initiatives and student mobility opportunities.
Within Foundation Year, KazGASA hosts the first semester of the programme.
Università Politecnica delle Marche is a public university based in Ancona, Italy. It provides education and conducts research in engineering, economics, medicine, agriculture and the sciences.
The Italian stage of Foundation Year takes place in Fabriano with the involvement of UNIVPM.
Successfully completing the programme helps students strengthen their academic and language preparation before applying for higher education degree programmes in Italy.
Students can explore further study opportunities in medicine, engineering, natural sciences, economics, business and social sciences.
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Completion of Foundation Year does not guarantee automatic admission to a university. Admission is subject to the requirements and procedures of the selected institution
Detailed information about eligibility, the application process, required documents, tuition fees and application deadlines will be published once it has been agreed with the Italian partner university.
Official programme information is also available on the Università Politecnica delle Marche website.