The introduction of PhD programmes in private universities would foster research and innovation, he says
Students play a crucial role as change agents, but their activism should focus on systemic improvements instead of individual retribution.
The UGC's decision to allow private universities to offer PhD programmes is a timely move.
This move seems to be a punishment for non-profit educational ventures that aim to enhance our higher education landscape.
Faculty members from within the university should be included in the trustee board to ensure a fairer share of governance.
At least a third of the trustee board members of a private university will have to be academics, according to a draft amendment to the Private University Act-2010.
For teaching to be considered a noble profession, Bangladesh needs a strong and ethically driven education system today.
There is an urgent need for substantial, nationwide improvement in higher education in Bangladesh.
On September 2, the student front of a political party announced its intention to form committees in 16 private universities. It was greeted with apprehension and alarm.
The private universities are doing just fine without the presence of partisan politics.
