Building practical talent for African and global impact
We exist to develop the next generation of science and engineering leaders in Côte d'Ivoire and across West Africa. Our programs blend rigorous academic foundations with real-world project experience — so graduates are ready to contribute from day one.
SSE sits within the International University of Grand-Bassam, one of the region's leading private universities, and maintains academic standards benchmarked against top-tier programs at institutions like Carnegie Mellon, MIT, and Stanford.
Where theory meets real-world practice
- Industry-aligned curricula and project-based learning
- Hands-on labs and capstone projects rooted in local needs
- Faculty mentorship and genuine research opportunities
- Partnerships with international universities and industry
- Bilingual instruction environment (English & French)
- Programs benchmarked against Carnegie Mellon, MIT, Stanford
A diverse, ambitious, and supportive community
SSE draws students and faculty from across Côte d'Ivoire and the wider West African region, creating a learning environment rich in perspective and ambition. We are committed to equity, academic integrity, entrepreneurship, and the belief that science and engineering are powerful forces for human progress.
Meet the faculty