CAREER GUIDANCE FOR FUTURE PROFESSIONS: A CAREER GUIDANCE MEETING WAS HELD AT JOS FINANCIAL LYCEUM

S. Kassenov, Head of the Department of Computational Sciences and Statistics at the Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, held a career guidance meeting with students in grades 7–11 at JOS Financial Lyceum.

During the meeting, the students received detailed information about the history of the Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, its research potential, academic programmes, and the opportunities offered by the university.

In particular, the educational programmes «Mathematics» (6B05402), «Computational Sciences and Statistics» (6B05404), and «Actuarial Mathematics» (6B05401) were introduced, with explanations of their distinctive features and future career opportunities for graduates.

In addition, special attention was paid to the importance of modern fields such as artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, programming, and mathematical modelling. The students also learned about university student life, international academic opportunities, dual-degree programmes, and admission requirements.

The main objective of the meeting was to foster young people's interest in science and education, help them make informed decisions about their future careers, and encourage them to pursue higher education.

✨ Choosing a future career is the first step towards a bright future!

The event aligns with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

- SDG 4 – Quality Education: promoting opportunities for quality higher education and fostering students' interest in learning.

- SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth: fostering career guidance among young people and helping them prepare for future participation in the labour market.

- SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: introducing students to modern technologies and innovative areas of scientific research.