The Scientific University of the South (original name: Universidad Científica del Sur – UCSUR) is a private university located in Lima, Peru. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in areas such as health sciences, environmental sciences, engineering, business, education, and social sciences. The university emphasizes scientific research, innovation, and sustainability, aiming to prepare professionals who can contribute to the development of Peru and the wider region while addressing contemporary social, environmental, and technological challenges.