Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) has achieved the joint-top spot among private universities in Bangladesh in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025. IUB is placed in the 401-500 bracket globally and ranked fifth among all public and private universities in the country.
The Universal College Bangladesh (UCB) recently hosted an orientation session for the newly launched University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) programme. With this, UCB now offers several full UK honours degrees, which can be completed in three years in Bangladesh. Students with HSC, IB, or A2 Levels are eligible to join the UCLan Business and Marketing degree. Admission is open for the next 10 days.
BRAC University celebrated World Children’s Day with a vibrant and engaging event at its Merul Badda campus, embracing this year’s global theme, “Listen to the Future”. Organised in collaboration with the Human Resources Department, BRAC Institute of Educational Development (BIED), and the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) team, the event brought together children and parents for a day of creativity, learning, and family bonding.
BRAC University hosted the closing ceremony of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) programme, celebrating the success of 83 women entrepreneurs who completed this transformative initiative. Distinguished guests, including Megan Bouldin, Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka; Scott Hartmann, Director, Public Engagement from the U.S Embassy; Prof. Syed Mahfuzul Aziz, Pro Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University; and David Dowland, Registrar of BRAC University, attended the event to honour the graduates.
UCTC celebrated its annual UCTC Day and freshers’ reception at a convention hall in Chattogram.
The British Council has organised the “British Council Scholars Award” on November 12.
BRAC University organised a policy dialogue titled “Policy Dialogue on Financial and Economic Reforms in Bangladesh” on November 16.
IUB hosted the first “Durbin Exhibition” on October 31 as part of “Astronomy Night 8”.
The 23rd Convocation of East West University (EWU) was held on February 28 at Aftabnagar Sports Ground in the capital. Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury awarded degrees to 2861 students of undergraduate and graduate programs at the convocation. Additionally, four students with exceptional talent were honoured with gold medals.
London Grace International School arranged their "Graduation Ceremony & Winter Canopy" on February 29.
Averroes International School, a leading English medium institution in Bangladesh, celebrated its Annual Sports Competition and Freedom Fighters' Appreciation Ceremony-2024 on February 28 at Mohammadpur Government Physical Education College. The event welcomed Advocate Jahangir Kabir Nanak, Presidium Member and Minister, Ministry of Textiles and Jute, as the chief guest.
Despite acquiring valuable skills and experiences, returnee migrants face challenges in applying these skills within the local labour market, suggesting a need for targeted interventions to bridge this gap, findings of a recent report says.
February 26 marked the occasion of the cover unveiling of the book Nazrul Srishty Phire Dekha, jointly authored by Prof. Dr Eaysmin Ara Lekha, Vice Chancellor, Uttara University, Bangladesh, and Bela Das, Professor, Department of Bangla, Assam University, India, at the Ekushey Boi Mela. Kazi Nazrul Islam's granddaughter Khilkhuil Kazi and Prof. Dr Soumitra Sekhar Dey, Vice-Chancellor, Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University, presided over the unveiling.
On February 23, the 14th Bangladesh Physics Olympiad 2024 was held at American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB). Students from all over the country participated in the event at AIUB's permanent campus.
University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) and Neural Semiconductor Ltd. (NSL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to embark on a transformative collaboration aimed at advancing semiconductor research and industry engagement.
The country’s first ever online quiz for high school and college-level students, organised by Universal College Bangladesh (UCB), has announced its champion. Muhammad Hasin Raihan from Dhaka College has triumphed at the “UCB Quiz” held for grade 10 – 12 students from all over Bangladesh.
North South University (NSU) organised a four-day-long training session for the early and mid-level researchers of Bangladesh to develop research capacity and become familiar with several tools and tests used to conduct neurocognitive developmental research.
The Community Digital Storytelling Festival (CDSTF) held its first-ever two-day event on February 16 and 17 at the Daffodil Smart City. The festival concluded with the closing session featuring special screenings, guests, and parallel sessions.