Project Office for Sustainable Development Goals announces autumn enrollment for the Future17 program

Satbayev University Sustainable Development Goals Project Office has opened the autumn enrollment for Future17 international degree program, created by the consortium of leading universities and global companies with QS support.

Program is aimed at forming the practical skills and interdisciplinary competencies to address the global challenges of 21^st century. For three months, students, mentors, and business partners will be working together on real-world projects related to achieving the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, from climate change to social justice and digital transformation.

Future17 incorporates an introductory module on design thinking and teamwork, a stage of group collaboration with businesses and SPA, as well as a final presentation of projects with expert assessment. All classes are held online through FutureLearn platform and MS Teams tools. For Satbayev University students, participation can be counted as an industrial internship within the framework of credit technology, and as a result they receive the QS certificate.

Satbayev University SDG Project Office acts as the program coordinator, ensuring the interaction of students, teachers and international partners. Through Future17, University is establishing School of Sustainable Management, an ecosystem where future leaders in the field of sustainable development and ESG are trained.

More information about the program

Applications are accepted until September 20, 2025 (fall enrollment) and January 20, 2026 (spring enrollment).

Registration for students

Registration for teachers