Curatorial Hour on Financial Literacy

On September 24, 2026, a curatorial hour entitled “Financial Literacy: Financial Security and Protection Against Fraud” was held at the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.

The event was attended by students of the Biotechnology educational program. The curatorial hour was conducted by curator D. Kh. Shokatayeva.

During the meeting, the basic principles of financial literacy and the safe management of personal finances were discussed. Particular attention was paid to current types of financial and online fraud, methods of protecting banking information, recognizing suspicious calls and messages, as well as the rules for the safe use of bank cards and mobile applications.

Students were provided with practical recommendations on how to act when faced with attempted fraud, why passwords, SMS verification codes, and other confidential information should never be shared with third parties, and how to critically evaluate suspicious financial offers.

Such curatorial activities contribute to the development of responsible financial behavior among students, improve their digital and financial literacy, and help them acquire the skills necessary to protect themselves against modern fraudulent schemes.

The Department of Biotechnology of the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University places particular emphasis not only on students’ professional training but also on developing practical competencies necessary for safe and responsible participation in modern society.