BRAC University
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BRAC University is a private university in Dhaka
, Bangladesh
. The university was established by BRAC
in 2001 under the Private University Act 1992. BRAC University had its first convocation in January 2006. Sir Fazle Hasan Abed
, KCMG is the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of BRAC University.
In 2011, Webometrics ranked this university first among private universities, fourth in Bangladesh and 76th in the Indian subcontinent in their World Universities Ranking based on electronic publication, scientific results and international activities.
C/A in Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh. The Residential Campus at Savar is called TARC (Training and Resource Center).
The university offers the following postgraduate programmes:
The university offers the following postgraduate diploma and certificate programmes:
The most active clubs and forums are BRAC University Cultural Club (BUCuC), BRAC University Electrical and Electronic Club (BUEEC), BRAC University Business Club (BIZBEE), BRAC University Film Club (BUFC), Football Club (FCBU), BRAC University Natural Sciences Club (BUNSC), Entrepreneurship Development Forum (EDF), BRAC University Drama and Theater Forum (BUDTF), BRAC University Heritage Forum (BUHF), Global Affair Forum BRAC University (GAFBU), BRAC University Computer Club (BUCC), BRAC University Rural Development Club (BURDC), AIESEC BRACU, BU Student Newsletter, Media and Journalism Forum (MJFBU), Cricket BRAC University (CBU), BRAC University Debate Club (BUDC), Oikos Dhaka-BRACU, Hov-BRACU, BRAC University Art Society, BRAC University Economics Club-BUEC, BU Environment Awareness Forum (BUEAF), BRAC University Electronic & Engineering Club (BUEEC), BRAC University Indoor Games Club (BUIGC), BRAC University Photography Club (BUPC), MBA Forum-BRACU, MONON, Perecon, BRAC University Adventure Club (BUAC), International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) | BRAC University.
Committees assist the Board in matters essential to the smooth functioning of the university: Syndicate, Academic Council, Course Committee, Finance Committee, Selection Committee, Audit Committee, Committee on Student Affairs, Disciplinary Committee, Committee on University Development and Committee on Medical Facilities. The vice chancellor is the chief executive and academic officer of the university. The academic wing consists of the deans of faculties/schools, chairpersons of the departments and faculty members.
The director of research is responsible for research, advisory services and publications. The director of student affairs co-ordinates and supports all extracurricular activities. The librarian who is assisted by a deputy librarian and assistant librarians head the university library. The registrar with deputy registrar, assistant registrar and officers are responsible for day-to-day administration, human resource management, technological services and records.
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The master of ceremonies of the event Prof. Mumit Khan asked Prof. Zainab Faruqui Ali, the Director of Student Affairs, BRAC University to give her welcome address on this occasion. The Chief Guest of the programme and the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of BRAC University Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, KCMG mentioned how the university has been playing a big role in higher education of Bangladesh.
Special Guest Prof. Jamilur Reza Choudhury, the first Vice Chancellor of the university, shared his experience. Prof. Ainun Nishat, the present Vice Chancellor of the university emphasized how BRAC University faculty members and students are concentrating on research. He mentioned that the university has expanded over the years to have four schools, seven departments and three institutes, one centre at present. It is planning to open a new department of History and Department of Media and Journalism by the next year as well.
A few BRAC university students shared their success stories with the audience while some others performed songs and dances. Among the other guests Mr. Faruq Ahmed Choudhury shared his experience of being one of the advisors of BRAC University in its initial years.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Prof. Md. Golam Samdani Fakir, the Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University. Afterwards, the program-plaque with the inscription "BRAC University 10 Years" was unveiled by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, KCMG, Prof. Ainun Nishat and Prof. Jamilur Reza. The program ended with cutting of a cake to celebrate the birthday of the university.
Prof. Ainun Nishat, vice chancellor of the university, was present as the chief guest in the ceremony.
The students held various programmes to celebrate the day. They staged a drama and organised stand-up comedy, magic show, snake charming and darts. They also took out a colourful procession on the campus.
Popular band Warfaze roc-ked the floor with their popular music. The joyful festival ended with the fireworks display.
Dhaka
Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh and the principal city of Dhaka Division. Dhaka is a megacity and one of the major cities of South Asia. Located on the banks of the Buriganga River, Dhaka, along with its metropolitan area, had a population of over 15 million in 2010, making it the largest city...
, Bangladesh
Bangladesh
Bangladesh , officially the People's Republic of Bangladesh is a sovereign state located in South Asia. It is bordered by India on all sides except for a small border with Burma to the far southeast and by the Bay of Bengal to the south...
. The university was established by BRAC
BRAC (NGO)
BRAC, based in Bangladesh, is the world's largest non-governmental development organization. Established by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed in 1972 soon after the independence of Bangladesh, BRAC is present in all 64 districts of Bangladesh, with over 7 million microfinance group members, 37,500 non-formal...
in 2001 under the Private University Act 1992. BRAC University had its first convocation in January 2006. Sir Fazle Hasan Abed
Fazle Hasan Abed
Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, KCMG is a social worker with dual Bangladeshi/ British nationality and the founder and chairman of BRAC . For his outstanding contributions to social improvement, he has received the Ramon Magsaysay Award, the UNDP Mahbub Ul Haq Award and the inaugural Clinton Global Citizen...
, KCMG is the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of BRAC University.
In 2011, Webometrics ranked this university first among private universities, fourth in Bangladesh and 76th in the Indian subcontinent in their World Universities Ranking based on electronic publication, scientific results and international activities.
Campus
BRAC University's main campus is on 66 MohakhaliMohakhali
Mohakhali is one of the busiest places in Dhaka, Bangladesh.Mohakhali is an important and busy area of Dhaka city. Many important offices and institutions are based in mohakhali. Mohakhali Bus terminal is one of the most important terminals of Dhaka city...
C/A in Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh. The Residential Campus at Savar is called TARC (Training and Resource Center).
Institutes, schools and centre
BRAC University includes the following schools:- BRAC Business School (BBS)
- BRAC Development Institute (BDI)
- Institute of Governance Studies (IGS)
- Institute of Educational Development (IED)
- James P. Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH)
- School of Law (SoL)
- School of Engineering & Computer Science (SECS)
- Centre for Languages (CfL)
Departments
- Department of Architecture (ARCH)
- Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)
- Department of Economics and Social Science (ESS)
- Department of English and Humanities (ENH)
- Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (MNS)
Academic programmes
The university offers the following undergraduate programmes:- Bachelor of ArchitectureBachelor of ArchitectureThe Bachelor of Architecture is an undergraduate academic degree designed to satisfy the academic component of professional accreditation bodies, to be followed by a period of practical training prior to professional examination and registration. It is awarded for a course of study that lasts up...
- Bachelor of Arts in English
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Bachelor of LawsBachelor of LawsThe Bachelor of Laws is an undergraduate, or bachelor, degree in law originating in England and offered in most common law countries as the primary law degree...
- Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics and Electronics
- Bachelor of Computer ScienceBachelor of Computer ScienceThe Bachelor of Computer Science, , is a type of bachelor's degree, usually awarded after four or more calendar years of collegiate study in computer science, but can be awarded in fewer years depending on factors such as an institution's course requirements and academic calendar...
- Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering
- Bachelor of Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering]
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
- Bachelor of Science in Physics
- Bachelor of Social Science in Economics
- Bachelor of PharmacyBachelor of PharmacyA Bachelor of Pharmacy is an undergraduate academic degree in the field of pharmacy. The degree is the basic prerequisite for registration to practice as a pharmacist in many countries. In some countries, it has been superseded by the Master of Pharmacy and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees...
The university offers the following postgraduate programmes:
- Master of Arts in English
- aster of Science in Biotechnology
- Master of Science in Applied Economics(MSAE)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Development Studies (MDS)
- Master of Arts in Governance & Development
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Master of Science in Biotechnology
- Master in Bank Management (MBM)
- Executive MBA (EMBA)
- Master of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Master of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Masters in Early Childhood Development (ECD)
- Master in Educational Leadership, Planning and Management
- Master of Disaster Management
The university offers the following postgraduate diploma and certificate programmes:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Disaster Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Disaster Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood Development
- Postgraduate Diploma in Macroeconomic Analysis
- Postgraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Development
- Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership, Planning and Management
Students
BRAC University began in 2001 with fewer than 100 students. Now, it has grown to more than 3,700. The university student population includes foreign students from Japan, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, the Netherlands, Canada and USA.Library
The BRAC University library — the Ayesha Abed Library — has more than 35,000 books, a collection of print journals and other publications, and subscriptions to international academic journals. The library has two branches: one at Mohakhali Campus and another at Savar Campus.Student activities
BRAC University has a growing extracurricular environment through its number of clubs and forums; there are 30 clubs and forums in the university. BRAC University’s mission is to achieve excellence in all-around education. The components of all-around education, i.e., learning, development and identity formation are interactive and add to each other. The students can experience all of these by participating in co curricular activities along with regular studies. The Student Affairs Office (SAO) provides full support in this respect.The most active clubs and forums are BRAC University Cultural Club (BUCuC), BRAC University Electrical and Electronic Club (BUEEC), BRAC University Business Club (BIZBEE), BRAC University Film Club (BUFC), Football Club (FCBU), BRAC University Natural Sciences Club (BUNSC), Entrepreneurship Development Forum (EDF), BRAC University Drama and Theater Forum (BUDTF), BRAC University Heritage Forum (BUHF), Global Affair Forum BRAC University (GAFBU), BRAC University Computer Club (BUCC), BRAC University Rural Development Club (BURDC), AIESEC BRACU, BU Student Newsletter, Media and Journalism Forum (MJFBU), Cricket BRAC University (CBU), BRAC University Debate Club (BUDC), Oikos Dhaka-BRACU, Hov-BRACU, BRAC University Art Society, BRAC University Economics Club-BUEC, BU Environment Awareness Forum (BUEAF), BRAC University Electronic & Engineering Club (BUEEC), BRAC University Indoor Games Club (BUIGC), BRAC University Photography Club (BUPC), MBA Forum-BRACU, MONON, Perecon, BRAC University Adventure Club (BUAC), International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) | BRAC University.
Organizational structure
The Honorable President of the People's Republic of Bangladesh is the chancellor of BRAC University. The Board of Trustees is the highest policy-making body of BRAC University and is responsible for ensuring the highest level of education and administrative standard at BRAC University.Committees assist the Board in matters essential to the smooth functioning of the university: Syndicate, Academic Council, Course Committee, Finance Committee, Selection Committee, Audit Committee, Committee on Student Affairs, Disciplinary Committee, Committee on University Development and Committee on Medical Facilities. The vice chancellor is the chief executive and academic officer of the university. The academic wing consists of the deans of faculties/schools, chairpersons of the departments and faculty members.
The director of research is responsible for research, advisory services and publications. The director of student affairs co-ordinates and supports all extracurricular activities. The librarian who is assisted by a deputy librarian and assistant librarians head the university library. The registrar with deputy registrar, assistant registrar and officers are responsible for day-to-day administration, human resource management, technological services and records.
Recent news
- BBS Launches "Entrepreneur Speaks"http://www.daily-sun.com/?view=details&type=daily_sun_news&pub_no=302&cat_id=1&menu_id=10&news_type_id=1&index=16&archiev=yes&arch_date=10-08-2011
- BRACU Book Club Launchedhttp://www.daily-sun.com/?view=details&archiev=yes&arch_date=08-08-2011&type=daily_sun_news&pub_no=300&cat_id=3&menu_id=18&news_type_id=1&index=2#.TkJ4nYuHp4g.facebook
- BRAC Business School received ASIA's Best Business School Leadership Awardhttp://www.daily-sun.com/?view=details&type=daily_sun_news&pub_no=293&cat_id=3&menu_id=18&news_type_id=1&news_id=61341&archiev=yes&arch_date=01-08-2011
BRACU Chondrobot
For the first time ever in history, a Bangladeshi team is going to compete at a NASA robotics competition. The BRACU ChondroBot team has been invited by NASA to compete at the on-site world finals of the prestigious NASA Lunabotics Mining Competition (LMC) 2011. The competition is going to take place at the NASA Kennedy Space Center, Florida from May 23 to 28, 2011. We inaugurated our ChondroBot in 15 May, 2011 and demonstrated in front of Chief Guest Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, KCMG, Prof. Ainun Nishat and many other respected guest.http://www.chondrobot.tk
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BRAC University turns 10
On 25th June 2011, BRAC University celebrated its 10th anniversary at its main campus in Mohakhali.The master of ceremonies of the event Prof. Mumit Khan asked Prof. Zainab Faruqui Ali, the Director of Student Affairs, BRAC University to give her welcome address on this occasion. The Chief Guest of the programme and the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of BRAC University Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, KCMG mentioned how the university has been playing a big role in higher education of Bangladesh.
Special Guest Prof. Jamilur Reza Choudhury, the first Vice Chancellor of the university, shared his experience. Prof. Ainun Nishat, the present Vice Chancellor of the university emphasized how BRAC University faculty members and students are concentrating on research. He mentioned that the university has expanded over the years to have four schools, seven departments and three institutes, one centre at present. It is planning to open a new department of History and Department of Media and Journalism by the next year as well.
A few BRAC university students shared their success stories with the audience while some others performed songs and dances. Among the other guests Mr. Faruq Ahmed Choudhury shared his experience of being one of the advisors of BRAC University in its initial years.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Prof. Md. Golam Samdani Fakir, the Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University. Afterwards, the program-plaque with the inscription "BRAC University 10 Years" was unveiled by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, KCMG, Prof. Ainun Nishat and Prof. Jamilur Reza. The program ended with cutting of a cake to celebrate the birthday of the university.
BRAC University 10 Years Celebration!!!
BRAC University, one of the leading private universities in the country, celebrated its 10th founding anniversary amid much fanfare and enthusiasm on the Moha-khali campus in the commercial area of the city on Saturday 23 july, 2011, says a press release.Prof. Ainun Nishat, vice chancellor of the university, was present as the chief guest in the ceremony.
The students held various programmes to celebrate the day. They staged a drama and organised stand-up comedy, magic show, snake charming and darts. They also took out a colourful procession on the campus.
Popular band Warfaze roc-ked the floor with their popular music. The joyful festival ended with the fireworks display.