UMYU Campuses

Umaru Musa Yar'Adua University’s Main Campus in Katsina is the primary hub for academic and administrative activities. Established in 2006, this campus offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, catering to a diverse student population. The university is committed to providing quality education, research opportunities, and community service, with a focus on producing graduates who are well-equipped to contribute to national development.

• Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences: Programs include Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, and Physics, designed to foster scientific inquiry and innovation.
• Faculty of Humanities: Offers courses such as Arabic, English, French, Hausa, History, and Islamic Studies, emphasizing cultural and linguistic studies relevant to the region and beyond.
• Faculty of Social and Management Sciences: Includes Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Geography, Political Science, Public Administration, and Sociology, preparing students for leadership roles in various sectors.
• Faculty of Education: Provides training in Education with specializations in subjects like Biology, Chemistry, English, Hausa, History, and Mathematics, aimed at producing qualified educators.
• Faculty of Law: Offers a comprehensive LL.B program focusing on Nigerian and international legal systems, grooming future legal practitioners.

The Main Campus is equipped with modern facilities, including lecture halls, laboratories, a library, and student hostels, to support academic excellence. It also hosts various extracurricular activities, seminars, and workshops to enhance students’ skills and knowledge. The university places a strong emphasis on research, encouraging both students and faculty to engage in projects that address local and global challenges. With its serene environment and dedicated staff, the Main Campus remains a center of learning and intellectual growth in Katsina State.