Faculty of Physics and Technology Enhances Qualification through the EduFusion NSG International Project. SDG 4 & SDG 8

About 20 faculty members of the Faculty of Physics and Technology, including department heads, vice-deans for research and academic affairs, professors, associate professors, and senior lecturers, are participating in professional development courses under the Edu-Fusion for Sustainable Growth (EduFusion NSG) international project.
This initiative aims to transform higher education in Kazakhstan, ensuring its alignment with modern labor market demands and facilitating the creation of new job opportunities.

Benefits and Opportunities for Participants

•  International Certification: Faculty members receive ENTER Network certification, granting them international recognition of their professional competencies.
• Access to Modern Educational Resources: Participants gain access to up-to-date online courses in STEAM disciplines and entrepreneurship, tailored to meet contemporary labor market requirements.
• Collaboration with the Business Sector: The project strengthens university-industry partnerships, providing faculty members with opportunities to engage in joint projects and internships.
• Development of Entrepreneurial Skills: Faculty members acquire methodologies for supporting student startups and innovation projects, fostering an entrepreneurial culture within academia.

Future Prospects

Participation in EduFusion NSG allows faculty members to enhance their qualifications while contributing to the modernization of educational programs aligned with labor market needs.
This ensures the preparation of graduates equipped with relevant skills and knowledge, highly sought after in the modern economy.

Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The implementation of EduFusion NSG supports the achievement of several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

• SDG 4 – Quality Education: Ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.
• SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth: Promoting sustainable, inclusive economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.

The participation of the Faculty of Physics and Technology in EduFusion NSG marks an important step toward modernizing higher education in Kazakhstan and training highly qualified specialists capable of excelling in today’s economy.