Public Policy and Development
Degree: Bachelor’s Program
Free of Charge
English
4 years
State-recognized Diploma
Program description
Public Policy and Development program is designed for students who aspire to lead positive change at the city and regional government level, become civil rights activists, study and support urban and rural development.
The program emphasizes the shift taking place in urban and rural spaces and the role they play in society.
During four years of their studies students will learn to analyze policies, interpret economic data, and design development strategies that improve lives.
Graduates gain skills in research, policy design, governance, and sustainable development.
The program prepares them to work with governments, nonprofits, and communities to build more just, equitable, and resilient societies.
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What You Will Study in Creative Engineering
Core Courses
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Introduction to Public Policy and Planning
- The City: History and Governance
- Citizenship and Public Ethics
- Comparative Public Policy and Administration
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Project Management and Strategy
- Introduction to Development
- Social Policy: Design, Implementation and Critique
- Big Data for Cities
- Ecological Economics
- Climate Policy and Justice
- The 21st Century City: Urban Opportunities and Challenges in Global Context
- Migration
Elective courses
- Rural and Urban Development
- Public Opinion, Sociological Surveys and Influence on Policу
- Media Production
- PR
- Branding & Government Relations, Media Planning, etc
Course Instructors
President
Andrew Wachtel is the Director of Educational Programs for inDrive, in which capacity he is creating inVision U. Wachtel is also a co-founder of Compass College of Art and Design, which has been working in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan since 2021.Previously, he served as Rector of Narxoz University in Almaty, and President of the American University of Central Asia in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Director, Foundation Year at inVision U
Nurken Aubakir is a PhD candidate in Translation studies and has served as a visiting fellow at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA and exemplified dedication and innovation in education that meets the standards of responsible and relevant education by winning the prestigious CEEMAN Responsible Management Educator of the award in 2024. He is an advocate for holistic education and integrates cultural heritage and global competencies through developing rigorous curricula. He is an author of award-winning “Tolyq Adam” GenEd curriculum and previously served as the Dean of School of Transformative Humanities AlmaU.
Chief operating officer
Anastasia is the head of the educational program at inDrive, which is aimed at preparing capable and motivated schoolchildren from developing countries to enter the world's leading universities. She was also the head of regional development projects for the Sinet Spark.
Director of Recruitment
Nurkhan Omarbekov is a higher education specialist and admissions strategist currently serving as the Director of Student Recruitment. With a strong university admissions, enrollment, and student outreach background, Nurkhan is passionate about making world-class education accessible to students from underserved regions and diverse backgrounds.
Head, Creative Engineering program
An artist and educator working at the intersection of engineering, design, and art. Holds a Master of Architecture (MArch) in Design for Manufacture from the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL (UK), earned through the Bolashak International Scholarship. Winner of the UK Alumni Award in the Culture and Creativity category for developing and leading the innovative Multimedia Sciences undergraduate program at SDU University. Her work explores surrealist methodologies and digital fabrication.
Career Opportunities After Graduation
Possible positions
- Policy Analyst
- Program Coordinator
- Civil Rights Advocacy Officer
- Urban Planner
- Migration Officer in international organisations, like UN Women or IOM
- Public Policy Researcher in various think tanks, universities, research institutes, or UN agencies
- Public Opinion Researcher
- Consultant for various UN agencies on issues of public policy, urban and rural development
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Government Relations Specialist
Possible jobs in the following fields
- Government and Public Administration
- Urban and Regional Development
- Research, Data and Consulting
- Nonprofit and NGO Sector
- Environment, Climate and Sustainability
- International Organisations, including UN agencies, like UNDP, UN Women, UNICEF, ILO, and IOM
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Admission Requirements
Fill out and submit the application form on our website and upload your documents
Submit video presentation. Applicants who complete the task will be invited to the next selection stage
Pass the interview with the Admissions Committee
Receive an offer
Submit hard copies of your documents
Take part in Onboarding Week
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Minimum entry requirements
UNT 80 points on one of the following subjects
(for citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan)
Math + Geography
English proficiency
(for all applicants)
(only for international applicants where IELTS/TOEFL is not available)
Application package
ID/Passport
UNT certificate
Link to the presentation
Social background info (if any)
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