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Foreign Language + World History

Foreign Language and World History is often chosen by students who want to work with people from other countries, whether in diplomacy, translation, international companies or education. If you watch films without subtitles, pick up new words easily and wonder how relations between states took shape, this pair can open a lot of doors.

The language gives you a tool for communication, and history gives you context: why countries have the traditions, alliances and disputes they do. Together they shape the kind of thinking that lets you explain one culture to another. You will need steady practice, since no one learns a language in a month. In return, the skills you build will help you in any career and on every trip.

This pair suits you if

  • Languages come easily to you

    New words and grammar stick without endless memorizing.

  • You enjoy talking to people

    You like meeting new people, including those from other countries.

  • World politics interests you

    You want to understand why countries become allies or argue with each other.

  • You picture yourself working abroad

    The chance to study or work in an international setting appeals to you.

Who it suits

Personality types

Strong intelligences

  • Linguistic
  • Interpersonal

Majors you can apply for

  • International Relations

    Prepares specialists for diplomatic work and international organizations.

  • Translation and Interpreting

    For those who want to translate written texts and speech professionally.

  • Foreign Philology

    An in-depth study of the language, literature and culture of a chosen country.

  • Foreign Language Teacher Education

    Lets you teach a language to school students and adults.

  • Oriental Studies

    Covers the languages, history and culture of Asian and Eastern countries.

  • Regional Studies

    Helps you become an expert on a specific region of the world.

  • International Tourism

    Language and history skills are essential when working with foreign guests and travel routes.

  • Intercultural Communication

    Teaches you to build communication between people and companies from different cultures.

Program groups and 2026 grants

Main competition, full-time study. Quotas and separate state orders can have lower scores. Check your chances

Careers

How to prepare

  • Practice the language daily

    Even 20-30 minutes a day does more than a few hours once a week. Rotate between reading, grammar and vocabulary.

  • Read in the foreign language

    Articles, short stories and news build reading comprehension, a skill tests often check.

  • Study history in blocks

    Split the course into eras and regions and review them in turns. This makes a large volume of material easier to hold onto.

  • Check the official specification

    The task format can change, so look up the current information about the test on testcenter.kz.

Frequently asked questions

What can I study with a Foreign Language and History?

This pair usually leads to international relations, translation, philology, oriental studies and teaching. Check the current list of majors for the pair on testcenter.kz and on university websites.

Which foreign language should I choose for the UNT?

Choose the language you know best and plan to keep developing. Check which languages are available in the current rules on testcenter.kz.

Do I need a high language level before applying?

The more confident you are in the language, the easier both the test and university will be. What matters most is regular practice, and your level will grow over time.

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