Sustainable Cities and Communities

The university’s academic structure includes History, Archaeology, Drama and Dramatics, and Comparative Literature and Culture. These disciplines provide a foundation for studying cultural expression, historical knowledge, and heritage.

The published Archaeology course outline includes folklore, folk literature, songs, drama, dance, and musical instruments.

Jahangirnagar University’s library provides access through its membership and identity-card arrangements. Its Institutional Repository also distributes theses, research reports, and other academic materials, supporting wider access to university knowledge.

The university’s recurring Bird Fair and Butterfly Fair provide platforms for biodiversity awareness. These activities connect conservation education with public engagement and encourage appreciation of the natural environment.

Published studies identify the ecological importance of campus wetlands, vegetation, and wildlife habitats. This evidence can inform decisions about protecting green spaces and balancing development with ecosystem conservation.

Faculty in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning work on sustainable planning, environmental governance, built environments, and climate-sensitive urban design. These research areas contribute knowledge relevant to creating more resilient and inclusive settlements.

Published faculty research addresses urban transport planning, road safety, and the integration of bus rapid transit with rickshaws to promote energy-efficient travel. This work provides evidence relevant to safer and more sustainable mobility in developing cities.

Research also examines young people’s participation in decisions about green spaces and public transport in Dhaka, linking urban planning with inclusion and community needs.

Jahangirnagar University lists residential halls within its institutional accommodation provision. These facilities support campus-based student living.

University faculty work includes research on land assembly for affordable housing and planning frameworks for housing development in Bangladesh. These studies contribute to understanding the institutional and spatial challenges of providing suitable housing.

Published faculty information records involvement in a JICA–JST-supported project concerning structural integrity in densely populated urban areas and resilient cities in Bangladesh. This demonstrates research engagement relevant to safer buildings and urban disaster resilience.