The specialty “Water Diplomacy” was opened in KazNU

The specialty “Water Diplomacy” was opened at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.

This educational program is the first and only one in the Republic of Kazakhstan, including in Central Asia. The program will train competitive personnel in the field of water diplomacy. Their work will be aimed at maintaining cooperation in peaceful relations between countries regarding the management and use of water resources, in the event of disputes, conflicts or potential causes of tension between States. The program will allow you to better understand the problems of water resources and environmental problems, master the methods and techniques of negotiations in the field of water use, improve the experience of developing international cooperation and participation in specific projects.          Students can listen to lectures by the world's leading experts and qualified specialists, complete a semester of study and internship at the University of Oregon, USA. The program will train competitive personnel in the field of water diplomacy. Their work will be aimed at supporting the cooperation of peaceful relations between countries regarding the management and use of water resources in the event of disputes, conflicts or possible causes of tension between States. Water is a strategic resource of the 21st century. In Central Asia, where water resources are often the subject of conflicts, the development of water diplomacy is of particular importance. This program will help specialists become a key player in preventing water conflicts and promoting sustainable development in the region. The new program is suitable: - future diplomats and civil servants; -specialists in the field of ecology and environmental management; -lawyers and experts in the field of international relations; - to everyone who wants to contribute to global stability and sustainability. THE CODE is M085 (Hydrology) Water diplomacy. The direction is the scientific and pedagogical master's degree.           The duration is 2 years. Training will begin in September 2024. Do not miss the chance to become the first graduate of a new unique program.

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