Archaeology at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University — Among the Top 200 GloballyFarabi University

Archaeology at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University — Among the Top 200 Globally

2 april, 2026

In 2026, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University achieved a historically significant result in the global academic arena. According to the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject, the "Archaeology" direction at KazNU has officially entered the 151–200 group of the world's best universities. This success serves as a powerful confirmation of the international recognition of the Kazakhstani archaeological school and the high quality of research conducted at the university.

Ranking in the world's TOP-200 is the result of years of dedicated work by the faculty's scientists, doctoral students, and undergraduates. High scores were achieved through the implementation of large-scale international expeditions and multidisciplinary projects at the intersection of history, biology, and digital technologies. The use of modern methods, such as 3D modeling of artifacts and ground-penetrating radar scanning, allows KazNU archaeologists to make world-class discoveries. This achievement emphasizes that the university not only preserves the traditions of studying the cultural heritage of the Great Steppe but also sets trends in global science, ensuring the training of specialists at the highest level.