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Funtua · Nigeria
FUMHSF campus

Two campuses, developed in phases.

The Academic Brief provides for a phased programme of development, so that teaching accommodation, laboratories and clinical facilities are commissioned in sequence. Each facility below is identified with its phase in that programme.

Land

276 hectares in Funtua Local Government

Main campus
100.06 ha
Along the Funtua – Birnin Gwari Road. Academic buildings, lecture halls, research laboratories, the library and the administrative complex.
Second campus
176.63 ha
Along the Funtua – Giwa Road, held for the later phases of development as faculties and postgraduate provision expand.
Academic support units

Academic support units of the University

Phase 1Clinical

University Teaching Hospital

FUMSFTH

A 200-bed teaching hospital established in Phase 1, providing the clinical training base for every programme of the University, with modern equipment and specialised departments.

  • Clinical training wards
  • Specialised departments
  • Emergency services
  • Outpatient facilities
Phase 2Study

University Library

Services from takeoff; main building by Phase 2

Sited centrally on campus to facilitate access by staff and students, with seating for not less than one third of the full-time student population at any given time. The library is fully networked and its activities digitalised, with subscribed online books and journals.

  • 1,500,000 volumes planned
  • 5,000+ journals and periodicals
  • E-library resources and services
  • Shares the University network
Phase 1Digital

ICT Centre

ICTC

Ensures the full integration of the University's management systems and technological processes in teaching, learning and research. Training in information and communications technology is mandatory for all students.

  • Computer laboratories
  • E-learning platform
  • Student portal and website
  • Network and support services
Phase 1Enterprise

Entrepreneurship Development Centre

EDC

Provides students with practical entrepreneurial skills in line with NUC requirements, so that graduates are resourceful, self-reliant and able to create employment.

  • Skills training from first year
  • Business incubation
  • Mentorship
  • Industry partnerships
Phase 1Placement

SIWES Unit

Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme

Coordinates and manages the students' industrial training programme, which constitutes a requirement for graduation in several programmes.

  • Placement matching
  • Supervision and logbooks
  • Employer liaison
Phase 1Teaching

Laboratories, workshops and the Audio-Visual Unit

Teaching and research laboratories and workshops, supported by an Audio-Visual Unit responsible for the production of illustrations, simulations, slides and computerised models for academic programmes.

  • Programme laboratories
  • Simulation and models
  • Equipment Maintenance Centre
PhasedGrounds

Botanical and Zoological Gardens

Established to facilitate teaching, learning and research in the biology-related sciences. The Botanical Garden also produces ornamentals for campus beautification.

  • Specimen collections
  • Field teaching
  • Campus planting
Sport and recreation

Sporting and recreational facilities

A qualified Sports Coordinator is responsible for the management of the Sporting and Recreational Centre and for the organisation of sporting competition on campus. The facilities support the physical and mental health of staff and students.

Phase 1
Football field
Phase 1
Basketball court
Phase 1
Athletics track
Phase 2
Lawn tennis
Phase 2
Hockey field
Phase 2
Indoor sports complex
Service units

Community and public service units

Community service units serve members of the University; public service units are open to the University and to the general public.

Community service units
Health CentreStudent CentreSporting & Recreational CentreStaff Recreation CentrePlace of WorshipCatering ServicesBankSecurity UnitPhysical Planning & Works
Public service units
BookshopUniversity GuesthouseUniversity PressConsultancy ServicesStaff Schools, primary & secondary

Student services and arrangements for visiting the University.