University of Dakar
The University of Dakar, also known as Université Cheikh Anta Diop (UCAD), is a public university in Dakar, Senegal. Its name was changed in 1987 to honor Senegalese philosopher and anthropologist Cheikh Anta Diop. With over 60,000 students studying science and technology, medicine and pharmacy, languages and human sciences, education and training, and law and political sciences, it is one of the most prestigious and best universities in Senegal. The university confers the following degrees: B.A., B.S., Ph.D., and D.M.A. UCAD has a diverse student body from a variety of countries and has produced notable alumni over the years.
The education system follows the French model, with final exams administered orally and/or in writing at the end of the year. Except for those in language departments other than French, all courses at the university are taught in French. UCAD, like a number of other African universities, has experienced student strikes in the past to protest government or university policies, the most notable of which occurred during the 1993 presidential election. With over 60,000 students and only 5,000 dormitory rooms, most students from outside Dakar must seek alternative housing. Many students live in the Cité Aline Sitoe Diatta, which is located near the university campus, and those who cannot afford Dakar's often exorbitant rents often share rooms.
- Website: https://www.ucad.sn/
- Phone: +221 78 494 62 15
- Location: Dakar 10700, Senegal
- Rankings: #1 in Senegal - #27 in Africa - #1753 in the World
