MEVLANA EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Requirements for participation in the Mevlana Exchange Program

Students (undergraduate, master’s and PhD students):

• a copy of the passport of a citizen of the Republic of Kazakhstan (in case of absence, a copy of the identity card);

• an applicant must not be a previous participant of Mevlana exchange program;

• fluency in English or Turkish language, confirmed by certificate;

• average GPA score: undergraduate students - at least 2.5 out of 4.0; master’s and PhD students - at least 3.0 out of 4.0;

Teachers:

• a copy of the passport of a citizen of the Republic of Kazakhstan (in case of absence, a copy of the identity card);

• an applicant must not be a previous participant of Mevlana exchange program;;

• fluency in English or Turkish language, confirmed by certificate;

• CV, list of publications, plan of lectures/seminars;

• planned lecturing at least 6 hours a week;

Financing

For students

Students do not pay tuition and do not incur any additional expenses in favor of the host university under Mevlana exchange program, but continue to pay mandatory tuition fees at home university (in case they are commercial students). Mevlana Exchange Program provides students free tuition with a monthly scholarship of 1200-1300 TL supported by the Higher Education Council of Turkey (YOK). Scholarships will be paid to students on a monthly basis for 4 months after their arrival at the host university.

For teachers:

Mevlana exchange program covers daily expenses of 45-55 TL per day for teachers. The program provides coverage of transportation costs in the amount of 3000-3500 TL.

ABOUT THE ERASMUS PLUS PROGRAM

Erasmus Plus is the European Union’s program that aims at modernization and development of education systems, youth policy and sports.

It provides financial opportunities for cooperation in all these fields both between European countries and between partner countries around the world.

The program defines its goals as follows:

– to develop students educationally, linguistically and culturally by studying in other European countries;

– expand cooperation between institutions and enrich the educational environment of host institutions;

– to promote the development of young people as highly qualified future professionals with international experience.

A few facts about the Erasmus+ program for 2021-2027:

– the estimated budget of the program is more than €26 billion

– great attention is paid to the areas of social inclusion, ecology and digitalization

– some projects of the program have been operating for more than 30 years.

Erasmus+ offers several opportunities for students.

1. International Credit Mobility - training or internship in Europe, lasting from 3 to 12 months.

Terms of submission:

– monthly scholarship in the amount of 800-900 euros (depending on the host country), also cost recovery of travel expenses is included

– undergraduate, master’s and PhD students can take part in the mobility

– the period of study at a receiving university must correspond to the specialty and educational program at the sending university.

– before the beginning of the mobility period, scholarship holder must conclude an agreement indicating the disciplines / types of educational activities that a scholarship holder must master.

Criteria and required documents for applying for Erasmus+ scholarship:

– IELTS or TOEFL certificate. Some programs accept Duolingo English Test Proficiency results

– letters of recommendation, usually two letters are required to submit

–diplomas and transcripts available

– motivation letter – length and wording varies depending on the program

– development of study plan or research project

No work experience is required, no age restrictions.

Within the framework of the POSCO TJ Park Foundation program, ten students of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University were awarded the "Scholarship for the Best Students in Asian Countries". It is awarded annually to the best students of 12 universities in 10 Asian countries.

The awarding ceremony was held at the Al-Farabi library with the participation of the First Pro-Rector of KazNU Mukhambetkali Burkitbaev and General Director of POSCO International Corporation, Almaty Office Mr. Jeon Je Bong.Ten students of the faculties of journalism, law, international relations and the Higher School of Economics and Business distinguished themselves with excellent academic performance in the new academic year.

General Director of the Almaty Office Jeon Je Bong presented the winners with certificates and said that "the company will continue to support talented young people who strive to achieve great heights. By acquiring strong knowledge, they not only help themselves, but also the whole society.

Speaking with a congratulatory speech the First Vice-rector of KazNU Mukhambetkali Burkitbaev also emphasized that the university for many years fruitfully cooperates with 45 leading universities of South Korea. Academic mobility programs for students and teachers are implemented, there is an active exchange of experience in the scientific and educational activities, joint research in various projects. This year 22 students from South Korea are studying in KazNU at the faculties of international relations, oriental studies and pre-university department. In turn the scholarship holders on behalf of all the students thanked the representatives of Posco for the provided financial support and emphasized that Posco was one of the first industrial corporations, which saw the incredible potential of the Asian region.

"It's no secret that not all talented people in these countries have the opportunity to get higher education. There can be various reasons for this, but mostly it's the prohibitive cost of tuition. But now, thanks to assistance provided by the foundation of the company founder Park Tae-joon, it doesn't seem impossible to become a real specialist in your field. Personally for me the Asia Posellowship program is not just a financial assistance, but an outstretched hand in climbing to the top, a gesture of goodwill. Being the kind of leader this company believes in is a real responsibility. It's the realization that now I too have the opportunity to extend that hand to those who need it. And the more the better. Only this way, together can we build a happy future", - shared her opinion the winner of the competition, a third year student of journalism at KazNU Asem Omurzakova.

Posco International Corporation has supported and provided scholarships for the students of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University since 2007. We are pleased to announce the 14th annual scholarship of POSCOAsia. POSCO Asia Fellowship is designed to assist very talented students with great creative potential to become leaders in their field.

WHO PARTICIPATES

2nd, 3rd, and 4th year undergraduate students, except art majors.

Students pursuing a state educational grant are not eligible to participate.

Knowledge of English is required.

THE COMPETITION CONSISTS OF FOUR STAGES:

1. DOCUMENT APPLICATIONS - Deadline: September 15, 2020

Students must submit resume (in attached format) and transcript to Posco International Corporation Almaty office (kamilla@poscointl.com).

INTERVIEW

The interview for the selected students is conducted in English to test their speaking skills. (Date of interview will be announced individually)

2. Interview for selected students is conducted in English to test their speaking skills. (date of the interview will be announced individually)

Essay writing in English is conducted among applicants to test their writing and analytical thinking skills. The essay topic will be given on the day of the essay; students will have 30 minutes to write.

3. ACCEPTANCE OF SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS.

The best of the students will be selected for the POSCOAsiaFellowship awards.Students will be awarded $800 USD/year.

In addition, students receiving the POSCO scholarship will have the opportunity for a paid internship and the privilege of working in the Almaty office of Posco International Corporation.