The University for Development Studies, noted for its unique experience of blending academic work with community life through innovative programmes such as the Third Trimester Field Practical Programme (TTFPP), also operates the Tamale, City, and Nyankpala campuses.

In addition to this, the UDS already has distance learning centres in Tamale, Yendi, Bimbilla, Kpandai, Walewale, Sawla, Bawku, Sandema, Navrongo, Wa and Jirapa.

These distance learning centers provide better learning options for students wishing to enjoy greater convenience and flexibility in pursuing a course. Over the years, UDS’ distance education has allowed students to access numerous learning tools using minimum financial resources.

However, learning in a brick-and-mortar institution presents students with the opportunity to meet and interact with people from different locations on a personal level. Distance learning only limits students to classes and learning materials that are based online. Though students can interact through emails or video conferencing software, the experience cannot be compared to that of a traditional campus.

The Alumni Association of the University for Development studies, as part of efforts to transform the UDS distance learning center in Bimbilla to a full-fledged campus, has met with the regent of Bimbilla, Yakubu Andani Dasana. Key on the discussion table, was the issue of the availability of land for the construction of the proposed Bimbilla campus.
 
The Regent, Yakubu Andani Dasana a graduate of UDS, and by extension, a member of the UDS Alumni Association, assured the delegation, led by Professor Terry Ansah, the President, that four parcels of land had been earmarked for the purposes of the establishment of the Bimbilla campus, adding that the ultimate decision regarding the particular parcel of land, would have to be taken by the University.

The President of the UDS Alumni Association, Prof. Terry Ansah expressed gratitude to the Regent, noting that the University has already started some of its activities in the Nanun Traditional area and that the land donation has come as a major intervention to propel the process of establishing a full-blown campus in the area.

Regarding the selection of the parcel of land, Prof Ansah indicated that the Association would consult with the management of the University before taking a decision.

The Alumni Association presented the regent with some souvenirs from the Alumni office.