Detailed introduction of Aswan University:

Introduction and Overview

Aswan University is a comprehensive public university in Aswan Governorate, Egypt, offering a wide range of undergraduate, master's and doctoral degree programs covering a wide range of disciplines including humanities, social sciences, science and engineering, medicine, agronomy, etc.

History and Establishment

In 1973, Asyut University Aswan Branch was established. In 1995, South Valley University was established, and Aswan Branch became affiliated to the university, and newly established the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Social Work, and the Faculty of Engineering. In 2012, Aswan University was officially established, formed by the merger of the Asyut Campus and the South Valley Campus.

School Strength

Faculty: It has a considerable number of teachers with strong professional capabilities, including many experts and scholars with rich teaching and research experience in their respective fields, who can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.

Academic Achievements: It has carried out extensive research work in multiple disciplines, especially in the fields of electrical engineering, agricultural science, medicine, etc., and has achieved certain research results. Some of the research results have been published in international academic journals, and it has carried out cooperative research with relevant domestic and foreign institutions.

International Cooperation: We have actively established long-term cooperative relations with universities in many countries in the world, and carried out projects such as student exchange, teacher visits, and joint research, providing students with broad international exchange and learning opportunities.

Nature of the institution

A public university directly under the Government of the Republic of Egypt, mainly funded and managed by the Egyptian government.

Educational philosophy

Committed to providing high-quality education, focusing on cultivating students' comprehensive qualities and practical abilities, encouraging students to actively participate in scientific research and social practice activities, with the goal of cultivating talents who adapt to social needs and have innovative spirit.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: There are many professional laboratories, such as the Electrical Engineering Laboratory of the School of Engineering, the Physics Laboratory of the School of Science, and the Agricultural Biotechnology Laboratory of the School of Agriculture, which provide good experimental conditions for teaching and scientific research.

Key disciplines: Electrical engineering has a relatively outstanding performance in international rankings, ranking 282nd in the US News 2024 ranking. In addition, disciplines such as medicine, agriculture, and engineering also have certain advantages and characteristics, and are at a relatively high level in Egypt.

Faculty

The school has 15 departments, including the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Science, the Faculty of Social Services, the Faculty of Engineering, the Faculty of Energy Engineering, the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, the Faculty of Agriculture, the Faculty of Nursing, the Faculty of Translation, the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Archaeology, the Faculty of Business, the Faculty of Fisheries Technology, the Faculty of Special Education, etc.

Ranking

In the 2024 US News World University Comprehensive Ranking, it ranks 1153rd, 19th in Egypt, and 54th in Africa.

In the 2021 THE World University Ranking, it ranks in the 401-500 range, and ranks 5th in Africa.

In the 2022 THE World University Impact Ranking, Aswan University performed well in sustainable development and was rated as the best university in Egypt and Africa, ranking 67th.

Expenses

The annual tuition fee for undergraduates is roughly around 5,000-10,000 Egyptian pounds, and the tuition fees for masters and doctoral students are relatively high, and the specific fees vary depending on the major. At the same time, the school provides scholarships and grants for outstanding students.

Campus Environment

Geographic location: The main campus is located on Airport Road in Sahari City, covering an area of ​​400 acres. There is also a new campus covering an area of ​​98.5 acres in Al-Ghadda, Aswan, and there are 6 campuses and 6 university dormitories in Aswan.

Teaching Facilities: It has modern teaching facilities, including laboratories, libraries, computer centers, etc., which provide good conditions for students' study and scientific research.

Living Facilities: There are dormitories, restaurants and other living facilities on campus, which can meet the basic living needs of students. At the same time, there are supermarkets, shops and other supporting facilities around the school to facilitate students' daily life.