Business trip to Gazi University (Turkey) within the framework of a scientific project

As part of the implementation of the calendar plan for the scientific project AP22686317 «Advancing Graduate Education: The Stackable Degree Model for Integrating Formal and Non-Formal Education», funded by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2024-2026, project leader Damira Sovetkanova visited Gazi University (Ankara, Turkey) from April 21 to 29, 2025.

The purpose of the trip was to study international practices in implementing the Stackable Degree concept and to explore mechanisms for standardizing and recognizing stackable courses. The knowledge gained and new partnerships established during the visit will serve as a foundation for adapting international approaches to the Kazakhstani education system and for developing a localized model of flexible, personalized learning.