A guide for international students considering Ferhat Abbas Sétif 1 University (UFAS1) in Algeria. It introduces the university's history, values, and global rankings, then describes the city of Sétif, campus locations, accommodation options, transportation, language courses, and events. The document also lists academic programs, fees, and a timeline for enrollment.
This is an international student guide for Ferhat Abbas Sétif 1 University (UFAS1) in Sétif, Algeria. It is intended for prospective international students who want to study at UFAS1. The document opens with the university's contact details and a table of contents listing sections from introduction to contact information.
The introduction describes UFAS1 as a university founded in 1978, focused on science and technology. It lists the university's values: public deontology, equity, citizenship, truth, integrity, quality, responsibility, visibility, and universality. The guide then presents global rankings: URAP 1st in Algeria, SCIMAGO Institutions 3rd in Algeria with Q1 status, and U.S. News Best Global Universities 2nd in Algeria.
A section on Sétif describes the city as a secure, well-structured urban environment on an elevated plateau with a tramway system. The guide lists campuses and teaching locations: Institute of Materials Science and Technology, Institute of Architecture and Earth Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics, Faculty of Economic, Commercial, and Management Sciences, Faculty of Nature and Life Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, and Faculty of Technology.
Accommodation is covered with university residences: El Bez 3, Meriem Bouatoura, Lamine Debaghine, Krache Mhamed, and El Hidhab. Transportation options include Sétif 8 May 1945 Airport, the Sétif Tramway with student monthly passes at 135 DA or 600 DA, a bus network with single tickets at 20 DA, a dedicated university transport system, and city taxis with fares from 200 DA to 500 DA.
The language section presents the Intensive Language Teaching Center (CEIL) offering English, French, and other languages. Pricing for general training programs (30 hours, 20 learners per group) is 4,000 DA for students, 6,000 DA for teachers and civil servants, and 8,000 DA for external applicants. Workshops (20 hours, 10 participants) cost 5,000 DA. Registration requires visiting the CEIL website, submitting a form, photos, student card, and payment receipt.
The guide concludes with sections on programs, starting the journey, fees and costs, a timeline, and contact information. The document is 19 pages long and serves as a comprehensive resource for international students planning to study at UFAS1.