INTRODUCTION :-

The Department of Geography, one of the oldest Departments of the University of Peshawar, was founded in 1956 through the efforts of Prof. Mohammed Ashraf Khan Durrani. Since its establishment, it is committed to the mission of addressing the diverse dimensions of Physical and Applied Geography, Environment and Natural Resources. The Department started a new Master’s degree Programme in the field of Environmental Planning & Management in 1988, which grew into full-fledged post-graduate department. After the incorporation of MSc program in Urban and Regional Planning with the collaboration of Nottingham University, UK, the Department of Geography was renamed as the Department of Geography, Urban and Regional Planning in 1993.

Recognizing the importance of consistent changes in the field of geography in national and international scenario, the Department regularly updates its curriculum and has recently incorporated the emerging tools of Geographical Information System (GIS) and Computing. The Department provides a variety of programs, services and resources to enhance students’ professional training and career success. Apart from an excellent collection of books and journals in its Seminar Library, the Department has fully equipped Meteorological Observatory, and Cartographic, Geomorphological, Remote Sensing, Computer and GIS Labs.

The Department also regularly holds national and international seminars in the fields of Geography, Planning and Natural Resources. The department is actively engaged in a number of research projects some of which are internationally collaborated and funded.

Message:

The Department of Geography, Urban & Regional Planning has played a very important role in the capacity building of the nation’s youth to face the challenges of 21 st century and the overall growth and development of the country.

To undertake and promote research is one of the basic and fundamental objectives of a university department. To achieve this goal, we endeavour to create and provide an environment, where the faculty, research workers and students could carry on their research and academic pursuits in a congenial and peaceful atmosphere. The department has produced one Ph.D. and thirteen M.Phil during the academic session of 2006-07. The faculty and research students publish their research in national and international journals and participate in national and international conferences seminars and symposia. The department regularly arrange study tours, seminar week, seerat lectures and tutorial classes.

Keeping in view the changes in the field of Geography due to new emerging fields, and market requirements, the department updates its curriculum regularly to enhance students professional training and career opportunities.

By the blessing of Allah and the ceaseless efforts and hardwork of the faculty, the department secured the highest ranking amongst the Departments of Geography throughout the country in the year.

e are committed to impart quality education and training to our students for the betterment, prosperity and positive social changes in the society. This is our mission and we shall stand by this throughout our academic career.

Vision for the future: 

The Department of Geography, Urban and Regional Planning is to be a model department primarily focused on enhancement and sustenance of an academic environment conducive to excellence in teaching, research and community service.

SEATS BREAKUP :- (Morning )

Admission Criteria :-

At least 45% marks in B.A / B.Sc as well as in the subject of Geography

FACULTY :-

1.1. Permenant Staff:

1. Dr. Amir Khan, Professor , Ph.D ( UK)
2. Dr. Amir Nawaz Khan, Professor, Ph.D ( UK)
3. Dr. Mahmood-ul-Hasan, Professor, Ph.D (Pesh)
4. Mr. M. Mumtaz Khan, Asstt Professor M.A Sociology, Dip EPM ( UK)
5. Dr. M. Jamal Nasir, Asstt Professor, M.Phil (Pesh) (On leave)
6. Mrs. Iffat Tabssum, Asstt Professor, M.Phil, (Pesh)
7. Dr.Syed Akhtar Ali Shah, Lecturer, B.Sc (Civil Engg) (Pesh) MA E.P.M ( UK)
8. Mrs. Safia Amjad, Asstt: Prof. M.Sc. (Pesh)
9. Dr. Fazlur-Rahman, Asstt: Prof., Ph.D (Germay)
10. Mr. Zulfiqar Ali, Asstt: Prof., M.Phil ( UK)
11. Mr. Ihsanullah, Lecturer M.Sc, (Pesh)
12. Mr. Niaz Ahmad, Lecturer, B.Sc Engg ( Lahore) M.Sc URP (Pesh)
13. Dr. Atta-ur-Rehman, Lecturer, M.Phil (Pesh) Ph.D (Peshawar)(Publication)
14. Mrs. Shehla Gul, Lecturer, M.Sc ( Pesh)

Staff Pursuing Higher Qualification: