Learning to Mummify Animals Like Ancient Egyptians
An Egyptology course - Animals in Ancient Egypt - co-taught by professors Salima Ikram and Louise Bertini, involves more than experimental archaeology, forensic lab work with animal bones, and a cultural study of the role of animals in the ancient Egyptian world.More
Sciences and Engineering

Within the context of the liberal arts approach to education to which the University is committed, the School of Sciences and Engineering (SSE) offers degree programs in the natural sciences (biology, chemistry and physics), mathematics, actuarial science and computer science, as well as a number of engineering programs (architectural, computer, construction, electronics, mechanical and petroleum). The school also offers graduate degrees in biotechnology, computer science, construction engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering and physics. A distinguishing feature particular to the School is the prominence given to laboratory instruction. Practical hands-on experience complements and reinforces the lecture courses. Well-equipped with latest up-to-date equipment and efficiently managed laboratories are an important pedagogical asset in the school.

Highly qualified and dedicated faculty supported by equally qualified and dedicated staff forms the backbone of the School of Sciences and Engineering.

Students in the school of sciences and engineering are educated to acquire an appreciation of their responsibilities to society, and to prepare themselves for successful careers and leadership The school provides an environment in which students develop their critical thinking capabilities, problem solving skills, communication skills and proficiency in the tools of learning.

The school has well established collaboration relations with other institutions in the region and internationally.

The School consists of the following departments and centers:

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