Department of Sociology and Social Work Participated in the Open Day at the Institute of Philosophy, Political Science and Religious Studies

Students of the Department of Sociology and Social Work also actively participated in the Open Day held by the Institute of Philosophy, Political Science and Religious Studies of the Committee of Science of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The Department was represented by Satay A., a doctoral student of the "8D03101-Sociology" educational programme, and Ogabekov Zh., a master’s student of the "7M11401- Social Work" educational programme.

During the event, the participants became acquainted with the Institute’s main areas of research, the activities of its research centres, ongoing academic projects, and opportunities for further scholarly cooperation. Particular attention was paid to current developments in sociology and the social sciences, opportunities for young researchers to participate in research projects, undertake academic internships, and develop their own research trajectories.

The programme included presentations by the Institute’s research centres, during which participants learned about their key areas of expertise, current research activities, and scholarly outcomes. They also received detailed information about doctoral studies, research internships, grant-funded projects, and opportunities to participate in collaborative research. The “Open Microphone” question-and-answer session provided young researchers with an opportunity to communicate directly with the Institute’s specialists, ask questions, and discuss issues related to academic and research development.

For Satay A. and Ogabekov Zh., participation in the Open Day provided a valuable opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the work of a major research institution, explore current academic directions, establish professional contacts, and learn more about potential pathways for further research development.

Participation in such events is particularly valuable for doctoral and master’s students, as it contributes to the development of research competencies, academic culture, professional communication, and stronger engagement with the scientific community. For students of the Department of Sociology and Social Work, the event also offered an opportunity to relate their own academic interests to contemporary research trends and to consider possible participation in interdisciplinary and collaborative projects.

The programme concluded with a guided tour of the Institute and an exhibition of scholarly publications and books. This gave the participants a broader understanding of the Institute’s academic environment, publication activities, and research output. The official programme also included presentations by research centres, a question-and-answer session, and an exhibition of academic publications.