School of Environmental Technology
Federal University of Technology, Akure
About SET
The School of Environmental Technology (SET) at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, is dedicated to training professionals who design, plan, and manage the built environment sustainably. Our eight departments combine architecture, engineering, design, and planning disciplines to develop comprehensive solutions for contemporary environmental and spatial challenges.
With design studios, laboratories, CAD facilities, surveying equipment, and industry partnerships, SET students develop skills in architectural design, building technology, urban planning, estate management, industrial design, quantity surveying, geoinformatics, and textile design. Our graduates are leaders in architecture, urban planning, real estate, design innovation, and environmental technology in the public and private sectors globally.
Our Departments
Each department within SET specializes in creating sustainable built environments and design solutions. From architectural design and urban planning to estate management and textile innovation, our departments prepare professionals for diverse careers in environmental design, construction, real estate, and creative industries.
Our Technology and Design Departments
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Architecture
Architectural design, building design, sustainable architecture, and design principles.
Building Technology
Building construction, materials, structural systems, and building services engineering.
Estate Management
Property management, real estate investment, facility management, and estate planning.
Industrial Design
Product design, user experience, design innovation, and industrial aesthetics.
Quantity Survey
Cost estimation, project management, contract administration, and construction economics.
Survey and Geoinformatics
Land surveying, geospatial mapping, GIS technology, and spatial data analysis.
Textile Design Technology
Textile design, fabric technology, fashion design, and material innovation.
Urban and Regional Planning
Urban planning, regional development, land use planning, and sustainable communities.
Why SET?
Excellence in environmental technology and design education
Design Studios
Modern design studios equipped with CAD software, 3D modeling, and prototyping facilities.
Expert Faculty
Experienced architects, planners, and designers with professional practice background.
Industry Partnerships
Collaborations with architectural firms, developers, and design agencies for real-world projects.
Comprehensive Resources
Extensive design references, building codes, standards, and design precedent studies.
Sustainability Focus
Emphasis on sustainable design, green building, and environmental responsibility.
Global Standards
Curriculum aligned with international design standards and professional accreditation bodies.
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