College of Arts Organizes a Training Course on Modern Methods for City Development and Sustainability

The College of Arts at the University of Kirkuk organized a professional development course entitled "Sustainable Urban Planning," with the participation of a number of faculty members, researchers, and students specializing in geographical and urban planning studies.

Over the course of three days of intensive academic sessions, the course addressed advanced specialized topics, foremost among them modern concepts of urban sustainability, as well as the latest global methodologies and models adopted in city planning and urban rehabilitation. These topics were discussed in alignment with comprehensive development standards and the need to mitigate the environmental impacts of rapid population growth.

This course is part of the College’s strategic plan aimed at stimulating scientific and academic engagement, keeping pace with rapid advancements in geography and spatial studies, and honing participants’ practical skills in tackling contemporary urban challenges while formulating planning visions tailored to future demands.

The sessions featured in-depth discussions and insightful scholarly contributions, which collectively highlighted the vital role of integrating sustainability dimensions and modern geospatial technologies to support infrastructure projects and enhance the development of urban centers.