Beijing Language and Culture University

The opening of the BLCU branch in Astana is the result of joint efforts of the governments of China and Kazakhstan, as well as two leading universities. BLCU is one of the leading universities in China, specializing in the study of Chinese language and culture. Now students in Kazakhstan and Central Asia can get a quality education in Chinese language and culture without leaving their home country.

This step not only strengthens educational and scientific ties between China and Kazakhstan, but also promotes cooperation in various fields, including economics and culture. The establishment of a BLCU branch in Astana demonstrates the deep interaction between our countries and the desire to further develop international relations.

Brief summary of cooperation

The initiative to establish a branch of BLCU in Astana comes from the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in China and is supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan. The official agreement was signed on March 19, 2024. The BLCU Astana branch became the third in the world after Tokyo and Bangkok and aims to educate Kazakhstani and Central Asian students. In the first few years it plans to enroll 100 students: 75 for language courses and 25 for undergraduate studies.

Campus

Astana University Campus is located on the territory of Astana International University (AIU) in Expo Center C2.1. The classrooms of the campus are equipped with modern equipment providing high quality education. The campus is located in close proximity to major shopping and entertainment centers, parks and cultural attractions, which makes the learning process comfortable and diverse.

Teaching staff

The distinctive feature of the BLCU Astana branch is a highly qualified teaching staff consisting of experienced teachers from China. These teachers are known for their professionalism and unique teaching methods that help students quickly and effectively master the Chinese language. As part of the dual degree programs, students will be able to earn degrees from both universities, which opens up a wide range of career prospects for them.