Dakar American University of Science & Technology provides instruction and research opportunities for undergraduates and graduates in fields of engineering and technology that are useful in developing technological solutions to address Africa’s societal needs and challenges. An American-style education with an international reputation for excellence: A four-year Bachelor's degree, small, discussion-based classes; a collaborative relationship between students and faculty; a special emphasis on critical thinking, clear communication, and entrepreneurship. A world-class research institute supported by State-of-the-Art interdisciplinary research laboratories. The overarching goals of DAUST are to: - Provide a State-of-the-Art American Education in the areas of Sciences and Engineering to African and foreign students - Educate African students to become engineering professionals who are highly marketable and have practical skills - Train African students to become world leaders in cutting-edge basic and applied research in Engineering DAUST accomplishes these goals by: - Having a diverse faculty committed to engineering education - Providing a strong foundation in mathematics and science - Establishing an outstanding engineering design and technology development oriented curriculum - Incorporating a strong laboratory component that is supported by unparalleled laboratory facilities, and - Encouraging early-stage student involvement in the Engineering Design process through cooperative education and student engineering organizations