
Independent University is one of the leading private universities in Bangladesh located in Bashundhara, Dhaka. The nickname of the University is IUB.
About Independent University Bangladesh
The university had established in the year 1993. The university focuses toward research and global partnership. At present, there are 5,500 students of the university. There are 250 faculty members and 6,500 alumni. Most of the teachers of this university have Ph.D. from North America. It has a very big campus with an area of 3 acres of land. The academic programs of this university are designed based on North American Liberal arts model, and the medium of teaching is English. Since establishment, the University has been playing a very crucial role in the development of education sector of the country. The students of this university have been contributing significantly in various sectors of the country.
Subjects and Departments
At present, the university has six faculties- the school of business, school of engineering and computer science, school of environmental science and management, school of liberal arts and social science, life science, and school of public health. The university is increasing its area of education. It is also including subjects like pharmacy, architecture, global studies, and biotechnology. The teachers of this university are highly skilled, and they are dedicated to providing the best education to the students so that they can prepare themselves as the future leader.
Facilities Available for the Students
The university has a very big library with thousands of books, journals, and periodicals. The library has an area of 22,000 square feet with the pleasing reading environment. It offers various financial aids for the students. The grants are provided based on merit and economic condition. It provides 100% scholarship for the underprivileged female students. There is standard room facility for both male and female students. Independent University has a huge, lush green campus. The campus is free from all kinds of political activities and smoking.
Admission Procedure and Eligibility
The university admits new students three times in a year. They are autumn, spring, and summer. The students have to fulfill the following conditions to be able to get admitted to this university:
The candidates must have combined GPA 8.00 in SSC and HSC examination with minimum GPA 3.5 in each of the board exams.
The engineering students must have math and physics in HSC examination with at least B grade in these subjects.
The O’Level students must have minimum five subjects with GPA 2.5 and A Level students must have GPA 2.00.
The students with minimum SAT-1 score 1550, TOEFL score 550 and IELTS score 5.5 are exempted admission test and they can get admission directly.
Campus Location and Contact Information
Plot 16 Block B, Aftabuddin Ahmed Road
Bashundhara R/A, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Phone Number: 88 02 8401645-53
Fax: 88 02 8401991
Email Address: info@iub.edu.bd
Official Website: www.iub.edu.bd
For more information regarding Independent University, please visit the official website of the university or contact with the office given contact details.
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