Everything Kazakhstani students need to know about studying in the UK — IELTS requirements, visa process, scholarships, popular courses, and how to apply. Free guidance from Gangal Recruitment.
Aizat studied MSc Oil & Gas Engineering at Heriot-Watt University on a Bolashak Scholarship and joined a major international oil company operating in the Caspian region. Kazakhstan's oil wealth drives strong demand for UK engineering qualifications.
IELTS 6.0–7.0. Many Kazakhstani students have strong academic backgrounds. Bolashak scholarship holders typically exceed standard IELTS requirements.
Visa national. Student visa fee £558. IHS £776/year. Kazakhstan has a growing middle class with strong purchasing power for overseas education.
Standard requirements for UK university applications from Kazakhstan.
IELTS 6.0–7.0
Kazakhstani school-leaving certificate (Attestat)
University degree for PG
Bolashak award letter if applicable
Financial evidence
Grading Note: Kazakhstani GPA 3.5/4.0 or Russian-system 4.5/5.0. School-leaving certificate 80%+ average for competitive UK entry.
The UK courses most in demand among students from Kazakhstan.
Funding options available to students from Kazakhstan studying in the UK.
Bolashak Presidential Scholarship — covers full tuition and living at top UK universities
Kazakhstan government education loans
University merit scholarships
Self-funded (growing affluent middle class)
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