University of Dosso

The Université de Dosso (UDO), also known as Université de Dosso, is a public university located in Dosso, Niger.

History

To alleviate the strain on existing Nigerien universities, on April 10, 2014, the Council of Ministers approved the creation of four new universities: Agadez, Diffa, Dosso, and Tillabéri. This decision was unanimously supported by the deputies of the National Assembly. The university was established by Law No. 2014-40 on August 19, 2014.

Specialization

The university specializes in information and communication technology (ICT) and is set to host a "Technological Hub for the Development of the Digital Economy" (TECHNODEN) to foster digital economy development in Niger.

Organization and programs

Ultimately, the university will consist of three components: the university itself, an Institute of Technology (IUT), and a technopole. It currently offers two undergraduate degrees: one in Networks and Telecommunications, and another in Multimedia and Internet Professions.

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