School of Design

History of the school

In 1992, the year AASI was transformed into KazGASA, a new specialty — Architectural Environment Design — was established within the Faculty of Architecture at the initiative of Yuri Igorevich Bakhmutov.

At the same time, Kazakhstan’s first-ever Department of Design was established. The department received significant support from the Union of Designers of Kazakhstan, led by Timur Bimashovich Suleimenov, as well as the Almaty Center for Contemporary Art and its director, Valeria Ibraeva. Thanks to the enthusiasm and exceptional organizational skills of its head, Yuri Bakhmutov, great efforts were made to create a unique design environment within KazGASA — one that became a true home for many faculty members and students.

He was supported in this endeavor by his colleagues and like-minded associates — Alim Ravilovich Sabitov, Laylya Rymbekovna Turganbayeva, Pavel Petrovich Savranchuk, and Nelli Mikhailovna Uteeva. A new design education concept emerged — one that stood out among many other universities in the Republic of Kazakhstan, which at the time perceived and implemented only the artistic aspects of design.

Educational programs

The school offers the following areas of study:

Bachelor's degree

6В02121
Architectural design
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6В02122
Graphic Design
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6В02123
Industrial design
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6В02124
Fashion design
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Master's degree

7M02120
Design (scientific and pedagogical direction)
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7М02121
Design (specialization)
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Doctoral studies

8D07311
Design
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Frequently asked questions

Для поступления необходимо сдать два творческих экзамена: рисунок и черчение.


Рисунок
Абитуриенту предстоит нарисовать капитель античного ордера с драпировкой. Работа выполняется на листе формата А3 в течение 4 часов. Рисунок создаётся карандашом с использованием линий и штрихов.
Требования к выполнению рисунка:

  • правильное композиционное размещение изображения на листе;
  • точная линейно-перспективная передача формы капители;
  • конструктивное построение формы;
  • соблюдение пропорций;
  • проработка света и тени для передачи объёма;
  • реалистичное изображение драпировки.

Проходной балл: от 5 до 50.

Черчение
Абитуриент должен выполнить чертеж геометрического тела на формате А3 за 3 часа. Задание включает построение третьей ортогональной проекции по двум заданным видам, проставление размеров, а также построение прямоугольной изометрической проекции.
Для выполнения работы необходимо иметь: карандаши (2H, 3H, HB, B), линейку, угольники (30°, 45°, 60°), циркуль, измеритель и ластик.
Экзамен направлен на проверку пространственного мышления и базовых навыков черчения.
Проходной балл: от 5 до 50.

Для поступающих доступны следующие образовательные программы уровня бакалавриата в области дизайна:

  • 6В02121 – Архитектурный дизайн
  • 6В02122 – Графический дизайн
  • 6В02123 – Промышленный дизайн
  • 6В02124 – Дизайн моды

Каждая программа направлена на подготовку специалистов с креативным мышлением и профессиональными навыками в соответствующей области дизайна.

Для студентов-дизайнеров созданы комфортные и современные условия для обучения и реализации творческих проектов. Доступны следующие ресурсы:

  • Хромакей-студия — специально оборудованное пространство для видеосъёмок, фото- и мультимедийных проектов, включая создание digital-контента и презентаций.
  • Лаборатория FabLab — оснащена 3D-принтерами, лазерными резаками и станками для обработки дерева. Здесь студенты могут изготавливать макеты, прототипы и дизайнерские объекты.

Эти лаборатории позволяют развивать практические навыки и воплощать идеи в реальные проекты.

Faculty contacts

Telephone

+7 727 355 10 56

Mail

prkazgasa@gmail.com

Address

Almaty, Ryskulbekova St., 28

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Mail:

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Hours of Operation:

Monday–Friday: 08:30–17:30
Saturday–Sunday: Closed

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Architectural design

Brief description of each Educational Program

The purpose of the educational program 6B02121 “Architectural Design” is to prepare highly intelligent, competitive specialists in the field of design and artistic activity, possessing theoretical and practical knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for their implementation in professional activity, meeting the needs of domestic and world labor markets, capable of solving the problems of designing various objects of architectural design (objects, fragments of architectural environment, landscape, interiors, expositions, expositions, etc.).

The ultimate goal is to prepare a bachelor of art, a designer, who possesses modern technologies of design, management of the project process in the field of architectural design.

What disciplines are studied in the Educational Program

Fundamentals of Design I-III, History of Art; Color Studies, Drawing I-II, Painting I-II, Composition I-II; Layout, World History of Architecture, History of Material Culture and Design; Elements and Processes of Architectural Design I-IV; Designing Objects of Architectural Design I-IV, Art Management, Interior History, Typology of Architectural Environment, Ergonomics, Professional Computer Programs I-II and others.

Objects of professional activity:

1) subject-spatial environment of human habitation with its components (urban, rural residential and public zones, park ensembles with included architectural and design objects and engineering structures, landscape and recreational complexes with their equipment and natural filling);

2) objects of urban infrastructure and improvement;

3) interior spaces of residential and public buildings, underground structures of public purpose, decoration, equipment and furniture in the interior;

4) specialized complexes of temporary design equipment of urban leisure activities, utilitarian functions, etc..;

5) exhibition and trade expositions of different significance and type, elements of monumental and decorative and decorative-applied art objects in the exterior and interior, visual communications in the environment.

 

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Graphic design

Graphic design is the skill of the future!

To master modern digital graphics technologies and the success of advertising campaigns, graphic designers study such programs as Adobe package, Figma, graphic editors for drawing on a tablet and others. These students’ professional portfolios include visual solutions for corporate identities, branding, web design, UX/UI design, and illustration.

Graphic designers create modern digital products: logos, identity, packaging, visual communications, online advertising illustration, SMM products, video and animation.

Study graphic design, master a profession that combines art, creativity and the latest media technologies!

Graphic designers study the following disciplines:

– Color Studies, Composition, Fonts, History of Material Culture and Design,

– Elements and processes of graphic design: album of graphic works with different methods of stylization, design of children’s book, packaging design, development of corporate identity and identity),

– Design of graphic design objects (publication design, social advertising, advertising campaign, multimedia design),

– Web design (UX\UI design, websites, applications),

– Illustration, Color and Composition in Graphic Design,

– Portfolio, Contemporary Design, Advertising and Marketing, etc.

Graphic, advertising and media designers are always in demand on the market in positions from illustrator and junior designer to art director and head of creative department, as they are able to work with a wide range of tasks from presentation and merchandise development to branding and web design. Our graduates work in printing and publishing houses, design offices and advertising agencies, marketing companies and generalist firms in the creative industry.

Industrial design

An industrial design specialist is concerned with creating and improving the appearance, ergonomics and user experience of industrial and consumer goods and products. Their responsibilities include market research, conceptualizing, prototyping, collaborating with engineers, developing documentation, and testing products. They work in a variety of industries including electronics, automotive, and furniture manufacturing to create functional and aesthetically pleasing products. Designing the look and feel of products allows them to be creative and contribute unique ideas to create functional objects.

Industrial designers work to create products that not only meet technical requirements, but also appeal to consumers, which contributes to the competitiveness of products in the market. Industrial design aims to create products that meet the needs and preferences of users, providing a comfortable and pleasant interaction with products. Designers bring innovative solutions, keeping in mind the latest trends and technological advancements, which contributes to the development of the industry.

Demand for Professionals: With the increasing focus on design and user experience, the demand for qualified industrial design professionals is increasing, opening up prospects for a rewarding career. These benefits make the specialty of industrial design attractive to those seeking to combine creativity, functionality and market impact.

Industrial design majors have a variety of career opportunities, working in a variety of industries. Some of the major career paths in this field include: product design (working in design studios or companies, which can include areas ranging from electronics and appliances to vehicles and furniture); consulting and freelancing (can include concept creation, prototyping, and design consulting); working in the automotive industry; packaging design; research and development (participating in research and development projects to create innovative products and technologies); working in the medical field; and working in the automotive industry.

Fashion Design

Educational program “Fashion Design” is designed to train personnel to work in the fashion industry, possessing theoretical and practical knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for their implementation in professional activity, meeting the needs of domestic and world markets of intellectual labor, ready to make a qualitative leap in the world of fashion. The ultimate goal of fashion designer training is to improve the quality of development and realization of designer’s ideas, in accordance with modern innovative technologies and reflecting modern trends in the field of design, architecture, art and history of culture of peoples, their traditions, customs, to create a harmonious and integral complex “man – costume – environment”.

The profession of a costume designer (fashion-designer) now acquires a high social status and is very relevant. There is a need for specialists able to work, oriented on the existing demand, in a competitive market environment, which is formed by strong global brands.

A costume designer knows what will be worn next season. He not only predicts fashion, but dictates it. A costume designer has an understanding of the real market, companies and brands, mechanisms and ways of organizing sales, fashion trends and principles of seasonality.

Career opportunities of this educational program

– designing and modeling of clothes and products of different assortment and purpose taking into account constructive-technological, aesthetic, stylistic, economic and other parameters using traditional and new methods of artistic design;

– forecasts and illustrates fashion;

– possesses the methods of form formation and figurative expressiveness in costume;

– can evaluate and be an expert of design solutions in the field of fashion industry;

– develop fashion education programs;

– conducts research activities in the field of fashion industry and fashion forecasting.

Design (scientific and pedagogical direction)

Design (scientific and pedagogical direction)Program Goal: Preparation of Master of Arts with fundamental knowledge and skills in the field of design. The program is aimed at the formation of methodological and research training, as well as understanding of innovative trends and technologies in the field of design. Graduates will be able to apply the acquired knowledge in design, art history, research, communication, organizational and management, expert and pedagogical activities.

Academic degree: Master
Term of study: 2 years
Credits: 120

Professions:
– Educator (teaching staff) in higher education institutions and organizations of postgraduate education.
– Specialist in engineering and design.
– Designer in various art fields (art designer, graphic designer, interior designer, industrial designer and others).

This program provides comprehensive training for a successful career in art and design.

Design (specialized)

The profile direction of the Master’s Degree in Design (7M02121) is intended for specialists with rich independent industrial experience, who need theoretical generalization and systematization of knowledge. The program is aimed at developing professional skills and preparation for solving complex problems in the field of design.

Term of study: 1 year.

Aims and objectives of the program:
Master’s degree in “Design” direction provides preparation of specialists for independent professional activity, covering the following aspects:
– Design activity: Development of concepts, projects, layouts, models of new objects, ensembles, products and products. Master students learn to prepare design tasks and implement innovative solutions.
– Communication activity: Acting as a mediator between all stakeholders (client, building contractor, local community and others) to explain and promote design solutions. This includes the ability to communicate and present project ideas effectively.
– Teaching and Research: Graduates may pursue teaching careers in colleges, passing on their knowledge and experience to new generations of designers.

Program Benefits:
Master’s degree in Design provides unique opportunities for professional growth and expanding career prospects. Graduates receive theoretical and practical training that allows them to work successfully in various areas of design, from design to research and teaching.

This program opens the way to a successful career in design, offering a deep understanding of modern approaches and tools needed to effectively solve professional problems.

Design

The doctoral program at the specialty 8D02120 “Design” is the highest level of postgraduate education, aimed at the preparation of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or profile doctors in the field of design. The main goal of the program is to form highly qualified specialists capable of conducting original scientific research and making a significant contribution to the development of design theory and practice.

Doctoral study lasts 3 years and is focused on in-depth study of contemporary trends and innovations in design, as well as on the development of scientific potential in the field of design. The program includes the study of theoretical foundations of design, creative methods.

The entrance exam to the doctoral program in GOP D035 – “Fashion, Design” includes two stages to test the theoretical preparation, analytical and written skills of the applicant:
Preliminary stage: Writing an entrance essay on one of the proposed topics, which allows to reveal the general readiness for doctoral studies and the ability to compose a connected scientific text.
Main stage: Written comprehensive examination, including an essay, which tests theoretical knowledge, professional erudition, analytical writing, as well as familiarization with sources on the future research topic.
These stages are aimed at assessing the practical and theoretical training of the candidate and the compliance of his knowledge with the requirements of the program of doctoral studies (PhD) in the direction of “Fashion, Design”.

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