Learning outcomes:

Conduct scientific research and experiments, analyze and describe their results, apply methods of dissemination and popularization of professional knowledge, theory of engineering decision-making and research methodology.

To apply the basic methods of scientific research, including various levels of scientific knowledge and stages of experimental research, to demonstrate the skills of writing academic and scientific texts in various formats for publication in publications of different levels.

Demonstrate the organization of outsourcing activities in the mainline railway transport, including outsourcing methods and tasks, types of outsourcing in freight transportation, as well as the preparation of tender documentation and tenders to attract outsourcers serving cargo owners and terminal and warehouse facilities.

Analyze modern theoretical, methodological and technological achievements in domestic and foreign science, as well as consolidate practical skills in applying relevant research methods, processing and interpreting experimental data within the framework of dissertation research.

To predict cargo flows and the technical development of a unified transport system, optimize the theoretical prerequisites for improving the transportation process in transport systems, as well as optimize the capacity of permanent devices and their throughput.

– research associate;

– professor, associate professor, docent, senior lecturer;

– education manager;

– researcher;

– designer, manager of enterprises for the repair and operation of transport and transport equipment.

– Joint research projects with foreign universities and research centers within the framework of the ERASMUS+ program and others.

– Internships and academic mobility for doctoral students (from several months to a year).

– Participation in international consortia and networks of transport universities.

People’s Republic of China:

Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Gansu, Lanzhou, PRC

Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, PRC

Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, PRC

Republic of Poland:

WSB University in Dąbrowa Górnicza, Dąbrowa Górnicza, Poland

International University of Logistics and Transport in Wrocław, Wrocław, Poland

Russian Federation:

Moscow Automobile and Road Construction State Technical University (MADI), Moscow, Russia

Petersburg State Transport University, St. Petersburg, Russia

Siberian State University of Railway Transport, Novosibirsk, Russia

Omsk State Transport University, Omsk, Russia

Republic of Uzbekistan:

Tashkent Institute of Railway Transport Engineers, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Kyrgyz Republic:

Isanov Kyrgyz State University of Construction, Transport and Architecture, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov, Kyrgyz Republic, Bishkek

JSC “National Company “Kazakhstan Temir Zholy” is a strategic partner for virtually all transport and logistics programs.

JSC “Almaty Airport” and other major airports.

JSC “Special Economic Zone “Khorgos – Eastern Gate” is a unique partner for studying dry port operations and international logistics.

JSC “Aktau International Sea Trade Port”.

Kazpost, DHL, SDEK, and marketplace delivery services.

The doctoral program includes industrial practice:

The aim of the doctoral student’s industrial practice is to consolidate, deepen, and systematize theoretical knowledge, as well as to acquire advanced professional competencies through direct participation in solving complex research, experimental design, and technological tasks in the real sector of the economy, a scientific organization, or a high-tech enterprise, aimed at collecting empirical material, testing the results of the dissertation research, and implementing them.

Tasks of the Doctoral Student’s Industrial Practice

The tasks are structured according to key activity areas:

1. Research Tasks:

– conduct an analysis of modern technological processes, equipment, management methods, or materials used at the host organization to identify current problems and potential applications for one’s own scientific developments.

– collect and systematize unique empirical material (experimental data, observation results, samples, statistics, archival documents, etc.) necessary to confirm the hypotheses of the dissertation research.

– test, in real or simulated conditions, the methodologies, algorithms, software, laboratory setups, material compositions, etc., developed during the dissertation research.

– conduct a comparative analysis of the effectiveness of the proposed solutions against existing analogues or baseline levels.

2. Experimental-Implementation and Technological Tasks:

– take direct part in the R&D (research and development) cycle: from design and modeling to the creation of a prototype, mock-up, or experimental sample.

– refine the technological regimes, parameters, and regulations proposed in the dissertation using the production or laboratory equipment of the host organization.

– prepare a draft of technical documentation (specifications, technological instructions, test programs, certificates) for the developed product or process.

– assess the economic, social, or environmental impact of implementing the research results.

3. Professional and Personal Development Tasks:

– develop skills for working in a professional team, including interaction with engineers, technologists, economists, and managers to solve interdisciplinary tasks.

– master advanced equipment, specialized software, standards, and regulations (e.g., GOST, ISO, GxP) used in the specific industry.

– form competencies in presenting and defending one’s scientific and technical solutions before an expert audience (scientific and technical councils, engineering groups).

– gain skills in preparing applications for intellectual property objects (patents, utility models) based on the results obtained during the practice.

4. Analytical and Reporting Tasks:

– analyze the organizational structure and business processes of the host enterprise from the perspective of innovation potential.

– summarize and critically evaluate the results obtained during the practice period, correlating them with the goals and objectives of the dissertation research.

– document the practice results in the form of a comprehensive report, including proposals and recommendations for the host organization, as well as a plan for further scientific research.

International Research Internship

An international research internship is one of the most important components in the preparation of PhD doctors and is implemented in accordance with the Individual Plan of Research Work within the timeframe determined by the academic calendar and the doctoral student’s individual work plan.

The timing of the international research internship is determined independently by the University. Completion of the international research internship is typically planned for the second year of doctoral studies.

The doctoral student’s international research internship is conducted based on contracts concluded with enterprises/institutions, universities, and scientific organizations and leading scientists of foreign countries within the framework of Agreements and Memoranda of Cooperation in the field of education and science, as well as on the basis of personal invitations from educational and scientific organizations.

Completion of exchange programs, including double-degree programs, joint educational programs with universities and organizations, is equated to completing an international research internship.

The international internship for doctoral students is carried out within the framework of the dissertation research at a university and/or a major research center in a near or far abroad country at the workplace of the foreign consultant, within the timeframes agreed with them.

In case of not completing the international research internship, the doctoral student is not admitted to the final certification.