Adama Science and Technology University

Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU) was established in 1993 as Nazareth Technical College (NTC), focusing on degree and diploma education in technology fields. It was later renamed Nazareth College of Technical Teacher Education (NCTTE) to highlight its role in training technical teachers for vocational colleges across Ethiopia. In 2003, the institution expanded to include business education, addressing the need for qualified educators in vocational institutions.

• 1993: Established as Nazareth Technical College (NTC), focusing on technology education.
• 2000: Renamed Nazareth College of Technical Teacher Education (NCTTE) to emphasize training technical teachers for vocational colleges.
• 2003: Expanded to include business education programs.
• 2006: Inaugurated as Adama University, broadening its academic mission.
• 2008: Designated as a Center of Excellence in Technology by the Ministry of Education, leading to the introduction of applied engineering and technology programs.
• 2011: Renamed Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU) to reflect its expanded focus.

Focus Areas:

• Training of technologists and technical trainers to support the TVET sector.
• Development of business educators to address vocational education needs.
• Offering applied engineering and technology programs.
• Hosting research institutes and enterprises, including:
• Institute of Continuing and Distance Education (ICDE)
• Adama Institute of Sustainable Energy
• Artificial Insemination Institute in Asella
• Establishing a Research Park in collaboration with various stakeholders.
• Engaging in community initiatives and joint ventures to promote science and technology.

Vision

• ASTU aspires to be the first choice in Ethiopia and the premier center of excellence in applied science and technology in Africa by 2030.

Mission

• The mission of ASTU is to provide ethical and competent graduates in applied science and technology through quality education, demand driven research and community service. ASTU also provides innovative knowledge to support the socio-economic development of the nation.

Core Values

• Originality and Innovativeness
• Academic freedom and integrity
• Sense of belongingness and ownership
• Nurturing diversity
• Transparency and accountability
• Professional ethics
• Responsiveness

Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU) has five colleges.They are:

Colleges

• Electrical Engineering & Computing
• Mechanical, Chemical & Materials Engineering
• Civil Engineering and Architecture
• Applied Natural Science
• Humanities and Social Science

Schools

• School of Graduate Studies
• School of Continuing Education
• School of Applied Natural Science
• School of Electrical Engineering & Computing (SOEEC)

Institutes

• Institute of Continuing and Distance Education (ICDE)
• Further Training Institute (FTI)
• Adama Institute of Sustainable Energy
• Artificial Insemination Institute (located in Asella)

College of Electrical Engineering & Computing

Undergraduate Departments

• Computer Science and Engineering
• Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Electrical Power and Control Engineering

Postgraduate Departments

• Electrical Power & Control Engineering
• Computer Science & Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering

College of Mechanical, Chemical & Materials Engineering

Undergraduate Departments

• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Postgraduate Departments

• Agriculture Machinery Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Chemical Engineering (Process Engineering)
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Polymer and Textile Engineering
• Thermal Engineering

College of Civil Engineering and Architecture

Undergraduate Departments

• Architecture
• Civil Engineering
• Water Resource Engineering

Postgraduate Departments

• Urban Planning and Design
• Environmental Architecture
• Geoinformatics Engineering
• Construction Engineering and Management
• Hydraulic Engineering
• Irrigation Engineering
• Water Supply and Environmental Engineering
• Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering

College of Applied Natural Science

Undergraduate Departments

• Applied Biology
• Applied Chemistry
• Applied Geology
• Applied Mathematics
• Applied Physics
• Pharmacy

Postgraduate Departments

• Biotechnology
• Applied Microbiology
• Applied Entomology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Analytical Chemistry
• Industrial Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Natural Product Chemistry
• Organic Synthesis Chemistry
• Engineering Geology
• Hydrogeology
• Algebra
• Fluid Mechanics
• Numerical Analysis
• Differential Equation
• Analysis
• Mathematical Modelling
• Astrophysics
• Statistical Physics
• Laser Spectroscopy
• Quantum Optics
• Material Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Meteorology

College of Humanities and Social Science

Postgraduate Departments

• Departments of Technology and Innovation Management