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Jul222023 by News DeskNo Comments

Join the British Council’s Study UK Pre-Departure Briefing

The British Council invites students from Bangladesh to join the Study UK Pre-Departure Briefing on 26 July 2023 from 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The briefing will be a virtual session designed exclusively to help students who have received an offer (conditional/confirmed) from a UK institution for the Autumn/Winter semester 2023. The briefing allows students to gather essential information and guidance, ensuring a smooth transition to life in the UK. It will cover questions about student visa applications, accommodations, and insights from UK alumni about several topics. During the event, students will get tips on preparing for their arrival in the UK, including guidance on travel arrangements, packing essentials, and cultural adjustment. Students will learn about important health and saf...

Jul192023 by News DeskNo Comments

ULAB-GED organized seminar on Education and empowerment

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The Department of General Education (GED) of the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) organized a Seminar titled “Education as a tool for empowerment” on July 11, 2023. The Keynote was given by Musharraf Tansen who is Bangladesh Country Representative of Malala Fund. The Seminar started with a welcome speech by Professor Shahnaj Husne Jahan, head of the General Education Department, at ULAB. The speaker Tansen in his speech focused on the process of empowerment through education enables individuals to access new information and knowledge, acquire new skills, and initiate action aimed at gaining greater control over resources of various kinds. At the last stage, the discussion became livelier through the question and answer session of the distinguished scholars, anthropologists,...

Jul182023 by News DeskNo Comments

UIU Ranked 3rd among Bangladesh Private Universities in QS World Rankings 2024

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United International University (UIU) has achieved 3rd position among Private Universities of Bangladesh in the QS World Rankings 2024. The ranking is based on outstanding performance and initiatives. UIU became one of the top 1201-1400 universities in the world. UIU has achieved 5th position among all universities in Bangladesh. QS World University Rankings evaluates universities across the world according to six key metrics: Academic reputation, Employer reputation, Citations per faculty, Faculty/student ratio, International faculty ratio, and International student ratio. The QS World University Rankings is an annual publication of university rankings that comprises the global overall and subject rankings. The QS World University Rankings are the most widely read university rank...

Jul182023 by News DeskNo Comments

DPS STS visits Europe for Summer Exchange Programme

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DPS STS School Dhaka collaborated with Dusemond Study Programme, a UK-based organisation, for its annual Summer Exchange Programme, which ran from July 6 to July 16, 2023, for Group 1 and from July 7 to July 17, 2023 for Group 2. A total of 123 people are participating in the programme, including 66 students, 12 teachers, and 45 parents. The exchange programme includes visits to Rome, Paris, Scotland, and the United Kingdom (UK). Group 1 has already reached Rome, Italy; and Group 2 has reached London, UK. The Summer Exchange Programme includes visits to the Sistine Chapel in Rome, Louvre Museum in Paris, British Museum in the UK, Loch Ness in Scotland, and other culturally significant sites. The DPS STS School Dhaka students will also perform songs, dance, and showcase their artw...

Jul142023 by News DeskNo Comments

A Decade of DIMFF

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Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival - DIMFF has launched a new website on the occasion of its 10 Years Celebration. Renowned filmmaker Raihan Rafi was the chief guest of the program organized on 8th July 2023. In his speech, he mentioned the need for mobile movies in today's world and thanked the organizers of the festival for presenting mobile movies in such a beautiful way. Dr. Jude William Genilo, Pro Vice Chancellor of ULAB gave the opening speech of the event. Later DIMFF's new website http://dimff.ulab.edu.bd was inaugurated. Later the journey of DIMFF was highlighted and Dr. Suman Rahman, Professor of the Department of Media Studies and Journalism ULAB, gave his speech afterward. The program ended with a vote of thanks by Syeda Sadia Mehjabin, Advisor of DIMFF24. Th...

Jul112023 by News DeskNo Comments

ULAB Students Gain Valuable Insights in International Week at IIM Shillong

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Nine ULAB MBA students recently participated in an international week organized by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong. The program provided valuable insights into various aspects of business, equipping the students with essential skills for their careers. They attended sessions by renowned professors on topics such as business sustainability, data science, and the future of work. The program also facilitated networking opportunities and cultural immersion, emphasizing the importance of cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence. The picturesque campus of IIM Shillong provided an ideal environment for learning. The ULAB Vice Chancellor highlighted the significance of the program in ULAB's MBA curriculum. The students' participation was fully sponsored by IIM Shillong, re...

Jul92023 by News DeskNo Comments

Universal College Bangladesh (UCB) holds Monash College Graduation Convocation 2023

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Universal College Bangladesh (UCB), an exclusive partner of Monash College, Australia in Bangladesh, hosted the Monash College Graduation Convocation 2023. 76 students across the different programs offered by Monash College namely, Monash University Foundation Year, Monash College Diploma of Business, Information Technology and Engineering graduated through a stunning event held at the Utsab Banquet Hall of Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel, Dhaka. Ms. Kate Sangster, Acting Deputy High Commissioner of the Australian High Commission graced the event as Chief Guest. Besides, Bob Kundanmal, Chairman of STS Group; Zarif Munir, Director and Member of the Board, Universal College Bangladesh; and Professor Muhammad Ismail Hossain, Dean of Academic Affairs, Universal College Bangladesh attended t...

Jun252023 by News DeskNo Comments

UIU Mars Rover won 1stPlace in Asia at University Rover Challenge 2023

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The UIU Mars Rover team from United International University (UIU) won 1stplace in Asia at the University Rover Challenge 2023 organized by the Mars Society. The competition was held on 01–03 June 2023at the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS) in Hanksville, Utah, USA. During the three-day final, the teams performed four missions including science exploration, autonomous navigation, extreme terrain traversal and Equipment servicing mission to demonstrate the capabilities of their rover and operation skills. UIU Mars Rover successfully completed all four missions and represented the university along with the country with pride. UIU Mars Rover team has secured 9th place out of all 37 finalists and 1st among the Asian teams in the prestigious University Rover Challenge (URC) 2023. 37 te...

Jun202023 by News DeskNo Comments

MSJ Freshers’ Orientation & Apprenticeship Day Summer 2023

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The Department of Media Studies and Journalism Department (MSJ) at ULAB organized Fresher’s Orientation and Apprenticeship Day Program for Summer 2023 at its campus. The newcomers to the department were welcomed through these events and given an overview of the academics along with the skill-based apprenticeship programs for their four-year journey. Professor Jude William Genilo, Pro Vice Chancellor of ULAB and the Head of MSJ, delivered an enlightening speech for the freshers by stating, “It's an occasion to celebrate because you entered the program that is highly recognized abroad. It's the only internationally accredited media program in Bangladesh. Because of this international reputation, we are sought by other universities seeking advice on how their programs are being run. We are...

Jun172023 by News DeskNo Comments

7 winners will be selected from Bangladesh

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Applications for the British Council IELTS Prize 2023 are now open for IELTS test-takers from East and South Asian countries, including Bangladesh. The annual competition supports IELTS test-takers with up to £5,000 towards university tuition fees in English-speaking universities. This year, the IELTS Prize is open to test takers living in China, Japan, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It will be open to students who have applied for undergraduate or postgraduate studies locally or overseas through IELTS and will begin their course from January 2023 to March 2024. The deadline for submitting completed applications is 15 September 2023. A total of seven winners will be selecte...