Advanced Training in Artificial Intelligence Technologies for Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
EduCATIA
The project EduCATIA (Advanced Training in Artificial Intelligence Technologies for Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan) is implemented within the framework of the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE), Strand 3 programme (Application No. 101237936). It aims at the systemic modernisation of higher education in the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Uzbekistan through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into educational programmes, research activities, and governance processes.
The project duration is four years (2025–2029), encompassing institutional, educational, and policy-level transformations within the higher education system.
Project Objective
Establishment of a sustainable ecosystem for training specialists in artificial intelligence in line with international standards, as well as integration of AI into priority areas of higher education development and the digital economy.
Project Tasks
Modernisation of educational programmes through the introduction of courses in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analysis;
Development of academic staff competences (training of over 800 instructors);
Design and implementation of open educational resources (OER) in AI;
Establishment of research and educational infrastructure (AI laboratories) at partner universities;
Strengthening collaboration mechanisms between universities, industry, and public authorities;
• Implementation of internships and academic mobility programmes for students and faculty;
Development of recommendations and roadmaps for integrating AI into national education policies.
Key Thematic Areas
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (including deep learning, NLP, and computer vision);
Big Data and predictive analytics (Python, TensorFlow, Power BI);
Ethics and regulation of AI (data protection and responsible use of technologies);
AI in healthcare and life sciences (diagnostics, medical imaging, healthcare management);
AI in education and digital governance.
Project Consortium
Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (Germany)
Sapienza University of Rome (Italy)
Igor Vitale International (Italy)
WFS Bildungs gUG (Germany)
Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Kazakh National Medical University named after S.D. Asfendiyarov (Kazakhstan)
Astana IT University (Kazakhstan)
Nizami Tashkent State Pedagogical University (Uzbekistan)
Yangi Asr University (Uzbekistan)
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Role of Kazakhstani Partners
Adapting and implementing AI-based educational programmes.
Piloting innovative educational models.
Contributing to national approaches for AI integration in higher education.
Developing research and educational infrastructure.
Participating in international research and educational initiatives.
Strategic Significance and Policy Impact
The EduCATIA project aligns with Kazakhstan’s digitalisation priorities, including the “Digital Kazakhstan” initiative, and contributes to the development of human capital for the knowledge economy, fostering innovation and strengthening international cooperation in education and science.
The project exerts systemic influence on national education policies in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan by embedding AI within strategic higher education frameworks. It includes the development of recommendations and roadmaps to institutionalise AI competencies in educational standards, accreditation processes, and curricula. This facilitates alignment between national digital strategies and European practices, strengthens regulatory frameworks, and supports the sustainable integration of AI into higher education systems.
AITU Project Team:
Board Chairman-Rector, Administrative manager
Altair Akhmetov
International Cooperation Department, Director – Project Coordinator
Kundyz Mukatayeva
Director of the “AI” Research Center, project team member
Beibit Abdikenov