Algiers 1 University

The University of Algiers (Arabic: جامعة الجزائر), commonly called the Algiers 1 University or Benyoucef Benkhedda (Arabic: بن يوسف بن خـدة), is a public research university based in Algiers, Algeria. Founded in 1909 from the amalgamation of different institutions, it has become the oldest and most prestigious organised university in the country.

University of Algiers
جامعة الجزائر – بن يوسف بن خـدة
Latin: Universitas Academica Algierensis
Former names
Higher School of Letters of Algiers
Superior School of Medicine and Pharmacy
School of Sciences of Algiers
School of Law of Algiers
MottoIntegritas, Scientia, Vis (Latin)
Motto in English
Integrity, Knowledge, Strength
TypePublic research university
Established1909 (1909)
PresidentAli Abubaha
RectorFares Mokhtari
Students45,000
Location,
CampusUrban, suburban
ColorsGreen  
Red  
AffiliationsAssociation of African Universities
Association of Arab Universities
Erasmus+
Mediterranean Universities Union
Websiteuniv-alger.dz
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