A second-year PhD student and lecturer from the Kazakh Academy of Sport and Tourism, Kazakh-American University (Almaty, Kazakhstan), Madina Batyrbekova, was undertaking a research internship at the Lithuanian Sports University (LSU).
The internship is an integral part of her doctoral dissertation research, titled “Development of an Ecotourism Model Based on the Example of the East Kazakhstan Region” (supervisor: Dr. Dinara Kadyrbekova). A significant academic role in the research is also played by the international supervisor, professor Dr. Birutė Švagždienė from the Department of Sport and Tourism at LSU.
During the internship, the doctoral student had the opportunity to familiarize herself with modern principles of ecotourism development, methods of sustainable management of natural areas, and international experience in this field.
Particular attention was given to the exchange of scientific ideas, research discussions, and the exploration of practical application possibilities. The knowledge and experience gained will be significantly applied in the further stages of her dissertation, strengthening its scientific foundation and international dimension.
PhD student Madina Batyrbekova expresses her gratitude to Professor Dr. Birutė Švagždienė of the LSU Department of Sport and Tourism, the Doctoral and Research Office, and the entire LSU community for their hospitality, high level of organization, and valuable research environment that provides excellent conditions for international cooperation.
