Page Urban & Regional Planning
Welcome Message from the Head of Department
Urban and Regional Planning is one of the most stimulating subject a university student encounters. Nothing else, after all, has such immediate relevance as the study of life, which sheds light on what every individual experiences in his immediate environment within which he lives. So, come and join us in the study and promoting of community and environmental sustainability. The Department of Urban and Regional Planning offers you a wide area of courses leading to many respected professional careers.
The Department offers B.Sc. Urban and Regional Planning degree programme and the duration of the programme is (5) academic sessions and four (4) academic session for University Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry students respectively, as required by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
The philosophy and objectives of the programme are in line with 2014 NUC Benchmark for minimum Academic Standard (BMAS) and CCMAS for Nigerian Universities and also that of the Senate of the Adamawa State University.
Dr. Nuhu H. Tini
Head of Department
Urban and Regional Planning
About the Department
Shaping Sustainable Cities, Designing Livable Communities.
The Department of Urban and Regional Planning was established in 2024/2025 academic session. It is an offshoot of the Department of Geography. The Department of Urban and Regional Planning, trains admitted students for the awards of B.Sc Degree in Urban and Regional Planning. And also provides services to students in other departments in Faculty of Environmental Sciences.
The philosophy of the B.Sc Urban and Regional Planning knowledge and sound programme is to provide young but qualified secondary school leavers with good discipline, knowledge and sound understanding of the concepts and methodologies of Urban and Regional Planning in key areas that meet needs of society. The programme is expected to prepare graduates for further specialize career training at Master’s Degree Level in any university, Research Institutes, and enhancing manpower generation as well as produce discipline citizens for National development. It is hoped that training of our young school leavers here in Adamawa State University, Mubi will reduce the cost of maintenance and transportation to other far-off institution. In addition, the programme will produce graduates who will be gainfully employed and produce foundation for students who intend to pursue.
Programmes Offered
Undergraduate Programme
Resources and Facilities
- Lecture Halls
- URP Studio
- GIS / Computer Laboratories
What Makes Us Unique
Field-Oriented Learning: Extensive site visits and community engagement projects.
Modern GIS & Mapping Tools: Training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis.
Sustainable Development Focus: Emphasis on green infrastructure, smart city planning, and environmental resilience.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Joint projects with architecture, civil engineering, environmental science, and public policy departments.
Professional Development: Strong links with planning agencies, NGOs, and government institutions for internships and mentoring.
Career Prospects for Graduates
Urban Planning Consultant
Town Planning Authority Officer
Private Sector Planner
Development Control Inspector
Urban Planning Researcher
GIS & Spatial Analyst
Meet Our Departmental Staff
Ready to plan the future?
Join a department where ideas shape skylines, and planning transforms lives.
