The diploma course at AIMS-Senegal seeks to provide both a broad overview of cutting edge sciences and strong mathematical and computing research skills. A course of such breadth is unique, offering students exposure to a range of sciences and allowing them to make an informed choice as to their future speciality The program is centred around the basics of mathematics and physics plus more specialised topics which may change every year and include subjects chosen from
The goal is to develop well-rounded scientists, with excellent problem-solving skills, capable of creative thinking and genuine innovation. There is a strong grounding in generally applicable mathematical and computing methods.
World-leading scientists and educators have volunteered to teach at AIMS-Senegal. Their participation ensures an education of the highest international quality. Courses for future years should be proposed on our course proposal database.
Completing a course of such scope and depth in just one academic year is possible only if it is highly intensive, so students must come prepared to work hard. The residential nature of the Institute allows far greater contact time between lecturers and students than normally available in a University setting. Courses are student-centred but very demanding. As a rule, students study two subjects at a time every two or three weeks, with morning lectures and related afternoon problem solving and computing sessions. Additional tutorials and special lectures may be held in the evenings.
Faculties from the nearby Universities of Senegal have been intimately involved in developing the AIMS-Senegal course, ensuring it is well integrated with local undergraduate and masters courses, and with local postgraduate research opportunities. By helping to shape the course, and contributing lecturers and tutors, these institutions are taking a lead role in the AIMS-Senegal project.
Students interested in applying to AIMS-Senegal should read our Apply section and complete and submit the forms there.
