Study in Bangladesh
The Ultimate Guide to Studying in Bangladesh
We have created a guide to getting into a Bangladeshi college or university to help you navigate through each step and provide you with tips along the way.
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Study abroad in Bangladesh, in a country of rich natural beauty including large mangrove swamps, mixing well-preserved beaches with mountain landscape. Bangladesh has a young population and developed a lot in terms of higher education opportunities, with higher education enrolments tripling since the 2000s, with over 2 million students enrolled in 2012.
Bangladesh is located at the intersection of Buddhist, Muslim and Hindu heritage – so you will have the opportunity to experience and witness the interactions and influences of these cultures.
Why study in Bangladesh?
Studying an English-taught degree in Bangladesh will offer you better paid job opportunities in the country or abroad. Compared to other international study destinations, Bangladesh offers more affordable Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.
If you’re looking to study at a university in Bangladesh, you will find a variety of higher education programmes with a focus on modernisation and international cooperation. Depending on where you are coming from, studying in Bangladesh can be closer to your home country, so you will not have to spend a lot on travelling, and it can be easier to visit your family and friends during holidays.
In most cases, universities in Bangladesh offering degrees in English are accredited by the national government and can be fully or partially recognized by universities in other countries. So, because you’ll be studying an international degree, you will have better chances at continuing your studies abroad, in more popular study destinations and prestigious universities from Europe, the U.S., Canada, or Australia.
English-taught studies in Bangladesh are also a great chance to build a professional network that is a great source of opportunities and potential collaboration after graduation.
What to study in Bangladesh?
The following are some of the most popular academic disciplines among international students in Bangladesh:
- Business degrees in BangladeshÂ
- Computer Science degrees in BangladeshÂ
- Engineering degrees in BangladeshÂ
- Medicine degrees in BangladeshÂ
- Social Sciences degrees in BangladeshÂ
Which universities to attend in Bangladesh?
Here are some of the universities where you can study in Bangladesh:
- BRAC University
- University of Dhaka
- Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology
- University of Chittagong
English-language tests
Improve your English through an English-language prep course. If you’re attending a degree programme in Bangladesh, you will need to prove that your language skills are good enough to participate in the classes and understand the lectures. These courses will also prepare you for any of the English-language tests universities require.
To study in Bangladesh, you’ll need to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Some certificates accepted by universities in Bangladesh may include:
- TOEFL iBT
- IELTS Academic
- C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
Still, you should always check your university’s website to be sure what the exact language requirements are.
Student visas for Bangladesh
Still, that doesn’t mean you can just pack up and leave for Bangladesh. You will still need to arrange a few things:
- Health insurance. This means you have to do some research to find out if you have to pay it beforehand, or if you’re required to have a certain amount of insurance coverage per year;
- Money for tuition and living costs. This may vary depending on your chosen university, the degree programme you decided to study in, or, even, the region and city in Bangladesh;
- Residence permit. This will have to be renewed every one or two years. So, pay attention to that, and mark it with red in your calendar. You’ll be able to apply for the residence permit once you get a fixed address in Bangladesh. Make sure you provide all the required documents and leave enough time to wait for your permit;
- Awesome on-campus accommodation. You can easily rent an apartment with other students, and spend the next three years debating who should wash which dishes.
- Your plane ticket. The sooner you book it, the less you’ll have to pay for it.
Sure, those won’t be that easy to get. But, hey! – at least you skipped the student visa part, so that’s something, isn’t it?
Don’t forget you are also allowed to work during your studies. Usually, students who are EU-nationals studying in an EU-country don’t have any work restrictions. Others are generally allowed to work for up to 20 hours per week. Just make sure to check what the law in Bangladesh has to say about that before looking for a job.
What else can we say but: good luck and never forget to have fun during your studies!
How to Apply to a Master’s in Bangladesh
If you’ve decided to study a Master’s degree at a university in Bangladesh, you will have to gather the right documents to prove that you fit the university requirements. Provide complete personal information, previous qualifications, financial information, and a personal statement.
What documents do I need to provide to apply in Bangladesh?
To apply to a university in Bangladesh you will likely be asked to provide some of the following documents:
- birth certificate;
- recent photos;
- your passport or national identity card;
- one or more reference letters from past employers or teachers;
- copies of past diplomas or certificates, including your graduated Bachelor’s degree;
- academic transcripts;
- letter of intent;
- Curriculum Vitae;
- Some form of proof that you can support your stay in the country during your studies.
Depending on the subject or specialization of your chosen Master’s, you might also be asked to provide scores for additional tests like the GRE, GMAT or LSAT. Check if your programme requires any of these, or others.
The list of documents depends on the specific requirements of universities in Bangladesh so you might be asked to include additional documents. It’s also likely you’ll have to provide official English translations of your documents, or translations in the local language.
Prove your English skills
Because you’ll study an international degree in English, you’ll have to present a language certificate. Some popular options for international students are IELTS, TOEFL or C1 Advanced language certificates. You’ll have to meet a minimum language score set by the university, and your test scores shouldn’t be older than 1-2 years. If you don’t meet the minimum language requirements, you will have to improve your skills and scores by taking an English preparation course.
Application deadlines for Bangladesh
The deadlines for applying to a Master’s in Bangladesh are usually during summer (June-July), or in winter (January-February). Keep in mind that some universities don’t have application deadlines, which means you can apply whenever you are ready.
To avoid delays or missed deadlines send your required documents with plenty of time in advance.
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