Academic Structure
The Faculty of Engineering at UNN is organised into ten academic departments, each offering specialised undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Our departments are centres of excellence in their respective fields, fostering a culture of research, innovation, and professional development. With a robust curriculum and strong industry linkages, our graduates are equipped to solve complex engineering challenges and lead in a rapidly changing world.
Full accreditation by NUC and COREN
World-class laboratories and facilities
Distinguished faculty with international recognition
Engineering at UNN
Every department contributes uniquely to engineering education, research and national development.
From Civil Engineering that builds our infrastructure to Biomedical Engineering that advances healthcare, each discipline plays a vital role in shaping a sustainable future. Our departments collaborate across boundaries, fostering interdisciplinary research and innovation that addresses real‑world problems.
With a student‑centred approach, we provide hands‑on training, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth. Our graduates are sought after by leading industries and institutions worldwide.
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Our Academic Departments
Each department is a hub of excellence, research, and innovation.
Civil Engineering
Design and construction of infrastructure, water resources, and transportation systems.
Mechanical Engineering
Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, manufacturing, and automotive design.
Electrical Engineering
Power generation, transmission, renewable energy, and electrical machines.
Electronics Engineering
Embedded systems, telecommunications, VLSI, and signal processing.
Biomedical Engineering
Medical devices, prosthetics, imaging, and rehabilitation engineering.
Agriculture & Bioresource Eng
Sustainable machinery, irrigation, and post‑harvest technologies for food security.
Mechatronics Engineering
Robotics, automation, intelligent control, and mechanical‑electronic systems.
Metallurgical & Materials Eng.
Alloy development, composites, corrosion, and metal extraction.
Automotive Engineering
Car manufacturing, aerodynamics, Thermodynamics and automation.
Chemical Engineering
Process engineering, petrochemicals, and biochemical engineering.
Nuclear Engineering
Nuclear engineering, Clean energy and fusion engineering.
Academic Focus Areas
Teaching Excellence
Student‑centred learning with experienced faculty.
Research
Cutting‑edge research addressing global challenges.
Innovation
Fostering creativity and entrepreneurial thinking.
Industrial Collaboration
Strong partnerships with industry leaders.
Entrepreneurship
Supporting student startups and ventures.
Community Development
Engineering for social impact and sustainability.
Laboratories & Facilities
State‑of‑the‑art facilities supporting teaching, research, and innovation.
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Research Highlights
Renewable Energy
Solar, wind, and bioenergy innovations.
Artificial Intelligence
Machine learning, robotics, and automation.
Smart Cities
Urban planning and IoT infrastructure.
Manufacturing
Advanced materials and production systems.
Water Resources
Hydrology, treatment, and management.
Biomedical Technology
Medical devices, imaging, and rehabilitation.
Materials Science
Nanomaterials, composites, and coatings.
Automation
Control systems and smart manufacturing.
Student Opportunities
Industrial Training
Mandatory SIWES placements in top industries.
Internships
Paid internships with partner companies.
Exchange Programmes
Semester exchanges with international universities.
Competitions
National and global engineering competitions.
Engineering Week
Exhibitions, lectures, and hackathons.
Hackathons
24‑hour innovation marathons.
Professional Certifications
Training for NSE, COREN, and other bodies.
Entrepreneurship
Startup incubation and mentorship.
Career Pathways
Our graduates excel in diverse industries worldwide.
Construction
Oil & Gas
Energy
Manufacturing
ICT
Consulting
Healthcare
Government
Research
Academia
Our Industry Partners
Shell
Chevron
NNPC
Seplat
Dangote
Julius Berger
Huawei
Microsoft
Intel
MTN
TotalEnergies
Frequently Asked Questions
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