Overview
Assane Seck University of Ziguinchor (formerly University of Ziguinchor) is a public university located in Ziguinchor, in the Casamance region of southern Senegal. Established in 2007 and renamed in honor of Assane Seck in 2013–2014, it serves as a key institution for higher education and research in the region. The university plays an important role in regional development, offering programs designed to address local and national priorities in fields such as agriculture, health, tourism, law, and technology.
2. General Information
| Name | Assane Seck University of Ziguinchor |
| Established | 2007 (renamed 2013–2014) |
| Type | Public university |
| Location | Ziguinchor, Casamance region, Senegal |
| Website | https://uasz.sn |
3. Fee Structure
| Program | Annual Registration Fees (approx.) |
| Bachelor’s (UEMOA regional students) | ≈ 25,000 XOF |
| Master’s (UEMOA regional students) | ≈ 50,000 XOF |
| Doctorate (UEMOA regional students) | ≈ 75,000 XOF |
| Bachelor’s (other international students) | ≈ 200,000 XOF |
| Master’s (other international students) | ≈ 400,000 XOF |
| Doctorate (other international students) | ≈ 1,000,000 XOF |
4. Academic Programs
- Licence, Master and Doctorate across four UFRs: Economics & Social Sciences, Sciences & Technology, Humanities & Arts, Health Sciences
- Fields include Agriculture, Tourism, Computer Science, Commercial Law, Sociology, Nursing, Development Studies
- Doctoral degrees offered in areas such as Engineering, Physics, Law, Economics, Sociology, Environmental Studies
5. Facilities
- Campus in the Diabir district of Ziguinchor with lecture halls and research facilities
- Laboratories linked to health sciences, agroforestry, geography, computer engineering, chemistry, physics
- A doctoral school (ED‑STI) and several research labs: geography & environment, materials chemistry & physics, agroforestry, oceanography & climate
- Support services for research and regional outreach linked to Casamance development
6. Accommodation
On-campus accommodation is limited and demand often exceeds capacity. Students commonly reside in private or shared housing near campus. University services assist in locating affordable options in Ziguinchor.
- Assistance finding private/shared housing near campus
- Guidance via student services for local student living
7. Contact Information
- Email: available via official site contact form
- Phone: +221 33 991 68 13
- Address: B.P. 523, Diabir, Ziguinchor, Senegal
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