Physics Addis Ababa University

Overview

This program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the core principles of physics, combined with hands-on laboratory experience and opportunities for research.

Key features

The Physics program at Addis Ababa University aims to:

• be ready to enter and complete programs of graduate study in physics and related disciplines;
• be aware of their societal responsibilities as ethical and socially conscious individuals in their profession;
• have sufficient background knowledge and competency to understand and make use of developments in basic science and technology throughout their professional lives;
• produce skilled manpower of well trained physicists capable of taking positions in the growing demand of the various sectors of the economy such as industries, learning institutions, research institutions as well as various environmental conservation endeavors of the country;
• disseminate knowledge in physics and related areas through active participation in related professional activities such as the Physical Society of Ethiopia, Regional Networking, Workshops, Symposia, and producing publication;
• develop capabilities for the provision of consultancy and technical services as well as short term specialized training to both the public and private sectors; and
• produce physicists who create job opportunities by applying the acquired knowledge and skills.