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{{Short description|Private university of Bangladesh}}
{{For|the other universities with the name "City University" worldwide|City University (disambiguation){{!}}City University}}
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{{Infobox university
{{Infobox university
| name = City University
| name = City University, Bangladesh
| native_name = সিটি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
| native_name = সিটি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
| image = Cityuinv-logo.png
| image = Cityuinv-logo.png
| motto = '''Creating a Culture of Excellence{{cn|date=June 2002}}'''
| motto = Creating a Culture of Excellence{{citation needed|date=June 2022}}
| established = {{start date|2002}}
| established = {{start date|2002}}
| type = Private
| type = [[Private university|Private]]
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| chairman = [[Ahsanul Islam Titu]]
| chancellor = [[President of Bangladesh]]
| chancellor = {{Current president of Bangladesh}}
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| chairman = [[Ahsanul Islam Titu]]
| vice_chancellor = '''Brigadier General Professor Doctor Engineer Mohammad Lutfur Rahman (Retired)'''
| vice_chancellor = Md Lutfor Rahman
| academic_staff = 213 (2021)<ref name="ugc.gov.bd">{{Cite web |url=https://ugc.gov.bd/site/annual_reports/10cd2dd3-4a4e-4dd2-ae30-09fcc8f1ebcd/%E0%A6%AC%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%B0%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B7%E0%A6%BF%E0%A6%95-%E0%A6%AA%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B0%E0%A6%A4%E0%A6%BF%E0%A6%AC%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%A6%E0%A6%A8-%E0%A7%A8%E0%A7%A6%E0%A7%A8%E0%A7%A7 |script-title=bn:৪৮তম বার্ষিক প্রতিবেদন ২০২১ |trans-title=48th Annual Report 2021 |website=University Grants Commission |language=bn}}</ref>
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| academic_staff = 244
| administrative_staff = 138
| administrative_staff = 146<ref name="ugc.gov.bd"/>
| students = 7,158
| students = 5,530<ref name="ugc.gov.bd"/>
| undergrad = 6,668
| undergrad = 5,314<ref name="ugc.gov.bd"/>
| postgrad = 490
| postgrad = 216<ref name="ugc.gov.bd"/>
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| doctoral = ..
| location = [[Savar]], [[Dhaka]], [[Bangladesh]]
| city = [[Dhaka]]
| campus = We have 2 campuses.
| country = Bangladesh
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| colors = {{color box|#ff0000}} {{Color box|white }} {{color box | #D4AF37}}<br /> Red, white and golden
| coordinates = {{Coord|23.7509|N|90.3893|E|region:BD_type:edu|display=inline,title}}
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| website = [https://www.cityuniversity.edu.bd Official website]
| campus = Urban, {{convert|99.1|acre|ha|order=flip}}
| affiliations = [[University Grants Commission (Bangladesh)|UGC]]
| language = English
| other_names = CU
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| website = {{URL|cityuniversity.edu.bd/}}
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'''City University''' ({{langx|bn|সিটি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়}}) is a private university in [[Dhaka]], [[Bangladesh]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ugc.gov.bd/university/details.php?code=22 |title=City University |website=University Grants Commission |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150712225743/http://www.ugc.gov.bd/university/details.php?code=22 |archive-date=2015-07-12 |access-date=2015-07-11}}</ref> It was established in 2002.<ref>{{cite web |title=History |url=https://cityuniversity.edu.bd/history/ |website=City University}}</ref> The language of instruction of City University is English. The university offers undergraduate and master's degrees in the fields of business administration, mechanical engineering, computer science and engineering, textile engineering, electrical & electronics engineering, civil engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, law, English, etc.
'''City University''' ({{lang-bn|সিটি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়}}), also known as '''CU''', is a prestigious private university situated in [[Savar]], [[Dhaka]], [[Bangladesh]]. Established in '''2002''', City University has consistently upheld its commitment to academic excellence and innovation. The institution conducts all its academic activities in the English language, fostering a globalized learning environment.

City University offers a diverse array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

* '''Electrical and Electronics Engineering'''
* '''Computer Science and Engineering'''
* '''Business Administration'''
* '''Mechanical Engineering'''
* '''Textile Engineering'''
* '''Civil Engineering'''
* '''Agriculture'''
* '''Pharmacy'''
* '''English'''
* '''Law'''

This comprehensive academic offering reflects the university's dedication to providing a well-rounded education that meets the evolving needs of students and the demands of the modern workforce.

For additional information, you may refer to the official website of '''[https://www.cityuniversity.edu.bd/ City University]'''.

[[File:Cityuniversycam.png|thumb|Academic Building, Ashulia Campus]]
[[File:Cityuniversycam.png|thumb|Academic Building, Ashulia Campus]]
[[File:City University of Bangladesh.jpg|thumbnail|right|Main gate of City University]]
[[File:City University of Bangladesh.jpg|thumbnail|right|Main gate of City University]]
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== History ==
== History ==
The university was founded in 2002 in the Blue Ocean Tower, with the approval of the [[University Grants Commission (Bangladesh)]] and the [[Government of Bangladesh]]'s Ministry of Education. City University got the Permanent Certificate (Permanent Sanad) from [[Ministry of Education (Bangladesh)|Ministry of Education, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh]] on 23 October 2013.
The university was founded in 2002 in the Blue Ocean Tower, with the approval of the [[University Grants Commission (Bangladesh)|University Grants Commission of Bangladesh]] and the [[Government of Bangladesh]]'s Ministry of Education. City University got the Permanent Certificate (Permanent Sanad) from [[Ministry of Education (Bangladesh)|Ministry of Education of the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh]] on 23 October 2013.
[[File:City University, Bangladesh.jpg|thumbnail|right|Historical photo of City University permanent campus.]]
[[File:City University, Bangladesh.jpg|thumbnail|right|Historical photo of City University permanent campus.]]


The university started with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and School of Business where they offered a Bachelor of Science and Engineering (CSE), Masters and Bachelor of Business Administration (MBA and BBA) and later grew with the addition of Department of English, Textiles Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, civil engineering, pharmacy, agriculture with the approval of the University Grants Commission.
The university started with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and School of Business where they offered a Bachelor of Science and Engineering (CSE), Masters and Bachelor of Business Administration (MBA and BBA) and later grew with the addition of Department of English, Textiles Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, civil engineering, pharmacy, agriculture with the approval of the University Grants Commission.


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== Campuses ==
Since 2002, City University had eight thousand students.

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== Campus ==
The university has multiple campuses within Dhaka.
The university has multiple campuses within Dhaka.


===Permanent campus===
===Permanent campus===
The permanent campus is in [[Ashulia, Savar]], in [[Dhaka District]]. City University started its permanent campus in 2011 with a huge area of land covered with green trees and grass, referred to as "the green campus". All classrooms are totally digitalized and have projectors. The laboratory is up-to-date. City University has a large playground for playing different types of games and has a large hall room for all types of [[official]] and [[cultural]] occasions. The permanent campus covers {{cvt|60|acre}} with a [[playground]], [[cafeteria]], [[golf course]], girls' and boys' hostel, and other facilities.
The permanent campus is in [[Ashulia, Savar]], in [[Dhaka District]]. City University started its permanent campus in 2011 with a huge area of land covered with green trees and grass, referred to as "the green campus". All classrooms are totally digitalized and have projectors. The laboratory is up-to-date. City University has a large playground for playing different types of games and has a large hall room for all types of [[official]] and [[cultural]] occasions. The permanent campus covers {{cvt|60|acre}} with a [[playground]], [[cafeteria]], [[golf course]], girls' and boys' hostel, and other facilities.

===City campus===
The city campus is located in [[Panthapath]], near [[Bashundhara City]]. Its previous campus was in Banani, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The campus relocated on 1 November 2014 in Panthapath near Bashundhara City to a modernized building. The new campus has a large [[cafeteria]], a smart car parking system, and a large conference room. All classrooms are [[digitalized]] with [[projectors]]. The laboratory is up-to-date.


=== Library ===
=== Library ===
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[[File:Cityuniversy.png|thumb|Inside of City University permanent campus. Its green and natural campus.]]
[[File:Cityuniversy.png|thumb|Inside of City University permanent campus. Its green and natural campus.]]


== Academics ==
== Academic semesters ==
===Four month semester===
===Four month trimester===
* Fall : January to April
* Fall : January to April
* Spring : May to August
* Spring : May to August
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In addition to academic work, opportunities for co-curricular and extracurricular activities abound for students & mdash; the objective being to help students to develop all-rounded personalities. The university has a range of students clubs to promote activities in different areas.
In addition to academic work, opportunities for co-curricular and extracurricular activities abound for students & mdash; the objective being to help students to develop all-rounded personalities. The university has a range of students clubs to promote activities in different areas.


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== Publications ==
==Halls of residence==
'''For Boys'''
* Fazlur Rahman Hall
* Mockbul Hossain Hall


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The university publishes two journals: ''Alok Bicchuron'' and ''AloKon''.
'''For Girls'''
* Mona Hossain Hall
* Fatema Hall


==Vice chancellor and chairman{{Citation needed|date=April 2024}}==
==Chairman==
*The EX-vice chancellor is Shah-E-Alam.
The current vice chancellor is Brig Gen Engr Md Lutfor Rahman (Retd)


=== List of Chairman ===
=== List of vice chancellors ===
* Brig Gen Engr Md Lutfor Rahman (Retd) (2023–present)
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* Alhaz Moqbul Hossain (24 May 2020)
* Shah-E-Alam


=== List of Vice Chancellors ===
=== List of chairman ===
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* Alhaz Moqbul Hossain (20xx– 24 May 2020)
* Brigadier General Professor Doctor Engineer Mohammad Lutfur Rahman (Retired). '''(2023–Present)'''


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== Publications ==
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The university publishes two journals: '''Alok Bicchuron''' and '''AloKon'''.

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== References ==
<ref>{{cite news |script-title=bn:সাবেক এমপি মকবুল হোসেনের মৃত্যু |url=http://www.ittefaq.com.bd/capital/153791/%E0%A6%95%E0%A6%B0%E0%A7%8B%E0%A6%A8%E0%A6%BE%E0%A7%9F-%E0%A6%86%E0%A6%95%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B0%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%A8%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%A4-%E0%A6%B9%E0%A7%9F%E0%A7%87-%E0%A6%B8%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%AC%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%95-%E0%A6%8F%E0%A6%AE%E0%A6%AA%E0%A6%BF-%E0%A6%AE%E0%A6%95%E0%A6%AC%E0%A7%81%E0%A6%B2-%E0%A6%B9%E0%A7%8B%E0%A6%B8%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%A8%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%B0-%E0%A6%AE%E0%A7%83%E0%A6%A4%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%AF%E0%A7%81 |work=The Daily Ittefaq |language=bn}}</ref>
<ref>{{cite news |script-title=bn:সাবেক এমপি মকবুল হোসেনের মৃত্যু |url=http://www.ittefaq.com.bd/capital/153791/%E0%A6%95%E0%A6%B0%E0%A7%8B%E0%A6%A8%E0%A6%BE%E0%A7%9F-%E0%A6%86%E0%A6%95%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B0%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%A8%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%A4-%E0%A6%B9%E0%A7%9F%E0%A7%87-%E0%A6%B8%E0%A6%BE%E0%A6%AC%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%95-%E0%A6%8F%E0%A6%AE%E0%A6%AA%E0%A6%BF-%E0%A6%AE%E0%A6%95%E0%A6%AC%E0%A7%81%E0%A6%B2-%E0%A6%B9%E0%A7%8B%E0%A6%B8%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%A8%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%B0-%E0%A6%AE%E0%A7%83%E0%A6%A4%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%AF%E0%A7%81 |work=The Daily Ittefaq |language=bn}}</ref>
* Ahasanul Islam Titu (25 May 2020 – present)
* Ahasanul Islam Titu (25 May 2020 – present)


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== References ==
{{Reflist}}


== External links ==
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* {{Official website|http://www.cityuniversity.edu.bd|CU official website}}
{{Private Universities of Bangladesh}}


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Latest revision as of 15:48, 28 December 2024

For the other universities with the name "City University" worldwide, see City University.

City University, Bangladesh
সিটি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
Other names
CU
MottoCreating a Culture of Excellence[citation needed]
TypePrivate
Established2002 (2002)
ChairmanAhsanul Islam Titu
ChancellorPresident Mohammed Shahabuddin
Vice-ChancellorMd Lutfor Rahman
Academic staff
213 (2021)[1]
Administrative staff
146[1]
Students5,530[1]
Undergraduates5,314[1]
Postgraduates216[1]
..
Location
Dhaka
,
Bangladesh

23°45′03″N 90°23′21″E / 23.7509°N 90.3893°E / 23.7509; 90.3893
CampusUrban, 40.1 hectares (99.1 acres)
LanguageEnglish
Colors     
Red, white and golden
AffiliationsUGC
Websitecityuniversity.edu.bd

City University (Bengali: সিটি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়) is a private university in Dhaka, Bangladesh.[2] It was established in 2002.[3] The language of instruction of City University is English. The university offers undergraduate and master's degrees in the fields of business administration, mechanical engineering, computer science and engineering, textile engineering, electrical & electronics engineering, civil engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, law, English, etc.

Academic Building, Ashulia Campus
Main gate of City University
City University night view

History

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The university was founded in 2002 in the Blue Ocean Tower, with the approval of the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh and the Government of Bangladesh's Ministry of Education. City University got the Permanent Certificate (Permanent Sanad) from Ministry of Education of the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh on 23 October 2013.

Historical photo of City University permanent campus.

The university started with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and School of Business where they offered a Bachelor of Science and Engineering (CSE), Masters and Bachelor of Business Administration (MBA and BBA) and later grew with the addition of Department of English, Textiles Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, civil engineering, pharmacy, agriculture with the approval of the University Grants Commission.

Campuses

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The university has multiple campuses within Dhaka.

Permanent campus

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The permanent campus is in Ashulia, Savar, in Dhaka District. City University started its permanent campus in 2011 with a huge area of land covered with green trees and grass, referred to as "the green campus". All classrooms are totally digitalized and have projectors. The laboratory is up-to-date. City University has a large playground for playing different types of games and has a large hall room for all types of official and cultural occasions. The permanent campus covers 60 acres (24 ha) with a playground, cafeteria, golf course, girls' and boys' hostel, and other facilities.

Library

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The library has comprehensive collections to meet the needs of its users and is located in two campuses, one is in the main campus at Khagan, Birulia, Savar, Dhaka and the other one is at the city campus in Panthapath, Dhaka. The library provides services designed to support students, faculty members, researchers, and staff members. All members are encouraged to examine, consult, borrow and browse through any book, journal, printed/non-printed materials, on-line resources, and receive other services of the library.

Inside of City University permanent campus. Its green and natural campus.

Academic semesters

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Four month trimester

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  • Fall  : January to April
  • Spring : May to August
  • Summer : September to December

Six month semester

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  • Spring : January to June
  • Fall  : July to December

Academics program

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  • Bachelor of Computer Science & Engineering (BCSE)
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
  • Bachelor of Science in Textile Engineering (BSTE)
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (CE)
  • Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Hon's)
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
  • Bachelor of Arts in English
  • LL.B. (Hons)
  • LL.B (Pass)
  • Bachelor Social Science
  • Bachelor of Nursing
  • Master of Laws (LL.M.)
  • MBA REGULAR
  • Executive MBA
  • MA in English

Faculties and departments

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The university consists of 4 Faculties and 10 Departments.

1. Faculty of Science & Engineering
  • Department of Computer Science & Engineering
  • Department of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Department of Science in Textile Engineering
  • Department of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Department of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Department of Pharmacy
2. Faculty of Business & Economics
  • Department of Business Administration
3. Faculty of Arts & Social Science
  • Department of English
  • Department of Law
4. Faculty of Agriculture
  • Department of Agriculture

In addition to academic work, opportunities for co-curricular and extracurricular activities abound for students & mdash; the objective being to help students to develop all-rounded personalities. The university has a range of students clubs to promote activities in different areas.

Publications

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The university publishes two journals: Alok Bicchuron and AloKon.

Vice chancellor and chairman[citation needed]

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The current vice chancellor is Brig Gen Engr Md Lutfor Rahman (Retd)

List of vice chancellors

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  • Brig Gen Engr Md Lutfor Rahman (Retd) (2023–present)
  • Shah-E-Alam

List of chairman

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  • Alhaz Moqbul Hossain (20xx– 24 May 2020)

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  • Ahasanul Islam Titu (25 May 2020 – present)

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e ৪৮তম বার্ষিক প্রতিবেদন ২০২১ [48th Annual Report 2021]. University Grants Commission (in Bengali).
  2. ^ "City University". University Grants Commission. Archived from the original on 12 July 2015. Retrieved 11 July 2015.
  3. ^ "History". City University.
  4. ^ সাবেক এমপি মকবুল হোসেনের মৃত্যু. The Daily Ittefaq (in Bengali).
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