Assiut University
Asyūţ, Egypt • Founded 1949 • QS 2027 #1001-1200
Updated May 2026 · Source: aun.edu.eg
Overview
Founded in 1957, the Assiut University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Asyut (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants).
This institution also has a branch campus in South Vally. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt, Assiut University (AU) is a very large-sized coeducational Egyptian higher education institution.
Assiut University (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 67-year-old Egyptian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.
International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Where to find Assiut University, plus its phone, email, website, and social media links.
Academic Details
The numbers behind Assiut University: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.
Academic Structures
The academic units through which Assiut University delivers teaching are listed below.
Unit 17 items
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Agriculture, New Valley
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Commerce
- Faculty of Computers and Informatics
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Education, New Valley
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Work
- Faculty of Specific Education
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, New Valley
Degrees
Also Doctor of Medicine; Undergraduate Diplomas, 2 yrs
Master's 14 programs
- Agriculture
- Art Education
- Business and Commerce
- Computer Science
- Education
- Home Economics
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Medicine
- Music Education
- Natural Sciences
- Pathology
- Special Education
- Veterinary Science
Doctoral 10 programs
- Agriculture
- Art Education
- Business and Commerce
- Computer Science
- Education
- Home Economics
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Music Education
- Veterinary Science
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministry of Higher Education of Egypt.
Agriculture (Faculty) 18 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Economics
- Agriculture
- Agronomy
- Animal Husbandry
- Dairy
- Floriculture
- Food Science
- Food Technology
- Fruit Production
- Genetics
- Horticulture
- Meat and Poultry
- Plant and Crop Protection
- Plant Pathology
- Rural Studies
- Soil Science
- Vegetable Production
- Water Science
Arts (Faculty) 16 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Archaeology
- Arts and Humanities
- Documentation Techniques
- English
- French
- Geography
- History
- Information Sciences
- Islamic Studies
- Library Science
- Literature
- Media Studies
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Sociology
Commerce (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Finance
- Insurance
- Mathematics
- Political Sciences
- Public Administration
- Statistics
Computer and Information Science (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Multimedia
Dentistry (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Dental Hygiene
- Dental Technology
- Dentistry
- Oral Pathology
- Orthodontics
- Paediatrics
- Periodontics
- Surgery
Education (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Curriculum
- Education
- Educational Psychology
- Educational Sciences
- Teacher Training
Engineering (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Interior Design
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Structural Architecture
Law (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Criminal Law
- Fiscal Law
- International Law
- Islamic Law
- Law
- Private Law
- Public Law
Medicine (Faculty) 36 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anaesthesiology
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Cardiology
- Community Health
- Dermatology
- Forensic Medicine and Dentistry
- Gastroenterology
- Histology
- Immunology
- Medical Parasitology
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Microbiology
- Neurology
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Oncology
- Orthopaedics
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Paediatrics
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Physical Therapy
- Physiology
- Plastic Surgery
- Pneumology
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Public Health
- Radiology
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
- Rheumatology
- Surgery
- Toxicology
- Tropical Medicine
- Urology
- Venereology
Nursing (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Gerontology
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Public Health
Pharmacy (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Analytical Chemistry
- Applied Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Immunology
- Industrial Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
Physical Education (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Curriculum
- Educational Sciences
- Parks and Recreation
- Physical Education
- Psychology
- Sports
Science (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Entomology
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Zoology
Social Work (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Social and Community Services
- Social Work
Specific Education (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Art Education
- Home Economics
- Music Education
- Technology Education
Veterinary Medicine (Faculty) 13 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Forensic Medicine and Dentistry
- Histology
- Hygiene
- Microbiology
- Nutrition
- Parasitology
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Surgery
- Veterinary Science
Cancer (Institute) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anaesthesiology
- Biology
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Oncology
- Paediatrics
- Pathology
- Radiology
- Surgery
- Treatment Techniques
Nursing (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Nursing
Sugar Technology Research (Institute) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agriculture
- Brewing
- Chemistry
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Paper Technology
Programs Offered
Browse Assiut University's programmes by level, or filter by name.
48 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Egypt
Bachelor's Degree 44 programmes
Showing 10 of 44.
Master's Degree 3 programmes
How to apply to Assiut University
A five-step guide to applying to Assiut University.
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Research programmes at Assiut University
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Assiut University runs 48 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Review admissions criteria
Before applying to Assiut University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Egypt.
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Gather supporting documents
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Assiut University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Lodge your application
Lodge your application through the official website (www.aun.edu.eg). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Confirm receipt and track progress
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at +20 (88) 235 4130. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Assiut University
Concise answers to common questions about Assiut University.
When was Assiut University founded?
Assiut University was established in 1949 (approximately 77 years ago).
In which city is Assiut University?
Assiut University is based in Asyūţ, Egypt.
Is Assiut University a public or private institution?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students study at Assiut University?
Assiut University has approximately over-50,000 students.
What is Assiut University's ranking?
Assiut University is ranked QS 2027 #1001-1200.
What qualification levels does Assiut University offer?
Programmes at Assiut University cover bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
How is Assiut University organised academically?
Assiut University has 17 academic units.
Is Assiut University officially recognised?
The institution holds recognition from National Authority of Education Accreditation and Quality Assurance.
Where can I learn more about Assiut University?
You can find Assiut University online at www.aun.edu.eg.
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