Central Asian University (CAU) has announced a major development project aimed at transforming education and healthcare in Central Asia

According to the Statistics Agency of Uzbekistan, from January to July 2024, 21,700 Uzbek citizens went abroad for education. CAU’s expansion is a strategic move to support import substitution in education, allowing students to study according to world-class methods within the country and attract foreign students. This will promote the export of education and medical services, strengthening Uzbekistan’s position in the international market and providing foreign citizens with access to modern treatment and research.

The medical campus will feature a state-of-the-art private hospital with 400 beds, equipped with advanced technologies to provide high-quality treatment in comfortable conditions and serve as a base for student practical training under the guidance of experienced specialists. The complex will include operating rooms, a clinic, post-operative wards, and an emergency department, as well as a medical research center for conducting innovative studies.

The campus will also house a maternity hospital offering comprehensive obstetric and gynecological services, including prenatal diagnostics and postnatal care. Additionally, the project will include a new medical training building with a capacity of 3,000 students, a nursing school for 900 students, and a residency program for 400 students, aiming to increase the number of qualified medical professionals. The university will also open a new dental school with a clinic for 2,500 students and an engineering school for 1,800 students, both equipped with modern laboratories and technology hubs.
Furthermore, a central library with 1,000 seats and a collection of 30,000 publications will be established, providing students and faculty access to a wide range of educational resources and scientific literature.

entral Asian University is developing a modern innovation ecosystem to support education, research, and entrepreneurship. The campus will include a Student House—a hub for student activity featuring 25 startup zones, a coworking space, career and media centers, conference halls, and a university museum.

A conference center with a capacity of 1,000 people will be built to host international conferences and seminars. To support the holistic development of students and schoolchildren, a gymnasium for 1,000 students, a dormitory for 1,000 residents, and a modern sports complex will also be constructed.

To encourage entrepreneurship, startup accelerators will be established, offering mentorship support, business development training, and opportunities to attract investments.

The university grounds will be enhanced with green areas featuring fountains, a pond, an open-air amphitheater, cafes, restaurants, and mini-markets, creating a comfortable environment for learning and leisure.

CAU’s expansion will serve as a catalyst for the development of healthcare and education in the region, enhancing the quality of medical services and contributing to economic and social growth. The expanded campus and new educational and medical facilities will enable the training of highly skilled professionals to meet the growing demand for healthcare specialists.

Kamran Gulamov, Rector of Central Asian University, noted:

“Our expansion reflects our commitment to staying ahead and offering the best. We believe that investments in education and healthcare will lead to positive changes not only for the university but for the entire region. Our mission is to prepare future leaders and innovators, and this project is a key step in fulfilling that mission.”

Central Asian University actively attracts top international professionals, ensuring a high standard of teaching and access to cutting-edge scientific knowledge. The university forges strategic partnerships with leading German clinics to develop educational, research, and medical programs. This collaboration reinforces CAU’s position as a leading educational institution in the region, providing students with access to advanced teaching methods and modern medical technologies.

Azimjon Tursunkulov, CEO of AKFA Medline University Hospital, remarked:

“The expansion of Central Asian University is a significant step forward for the development of medical education and healthcare in the region. This project will not only enhance public access to quality healthcare services but also offer students unique opportunities for practical training.”

Central Asian University (CAU) is the first private university in Uzbekistan, known for its innovative approaches to education and compliance with international education standards. The university trains future leaders in rapidly developing fields such as medicine, information technology, engineering, biomedical technologies, business, hospitality, and tourism.

As part of one of the largest holdings—AKFA Group—CAU has access to extensive resources and opportunities for development, enabling the university to implement advanced educational programs, develop a research base, and strengthen international ties.