A delegation from Astana IT University (AITU), led by Chairman of the Board – Rector Mr. Hikmetov A.K., visited China from March 10 to 15. Key agreements were signed with leading Chinese universities and tech companies to enhance academic exchange, research collaboration, and innovative educational programs.
AITU met with Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to China, Mr. Sh. Sh. Nuryshev, to discuss student exchange and joint research. A memorandum was signed with Beijing University of Information Technology and Science (QS 430) for AI research and faculty-student collaboration.
Partnerships were established with Peking University (QS 14) for student participation in global competitions and research internships. Beijing Institute of Technology (QS 302) reaffirmed cooperation, welcoming AITU exchange students into AI and Data Analytics master’s programs. A dual-degree program in Big Data Analytics is in development.
Agreements with Zhejiang College of Security Technology in Wenzhou allow joint training and direct admission of graduates to AITU. AITU also partnered with Yalong High-Tech to launch a robotics and automation lab.
These agreements strengthen AITU’s global position, opening new opportunities for students and faculty while advancing Kazakhstan-China collaboration in education and technology.