National government authority responsible for higher education and scientific research policy in Senegal

Acronym: MRS

The MRS is the national government authority responsible for higher education and scientific research policy in Senegal. The Ministry’s current organizational structure consists of six directorates (Scientific research, Technology research, Biotechnology research, Higher education, Management of student’s grants, and Administrative & Support Services Directorate). MRS also has under ITS control services and public institutions such as universities and high schools.
The Ministry’s main tasks are to prepare and implement the higher education and scientific research policies defined by the Head of State. It exercises its powers in connection with universities, higher schools teaching and with all applied research centers, and coordinates the conduct of research policy with all departments. On this basis, the Ministry, with all departments involved in the STI policy, design and execute the higher education & scientific research strategies based on three main components: access, quality and management.

Website: http://www.recherche.gouv.sn/

Address:
Building Administratif, 5ème Etage – Aile droite BP 36005
Dakar
Senegal

Projects:

• CAAST-NET PLUS