Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) Isn’t for Everyone, But It Could Be for You!

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) has a rich history dating back to 1876 with its formation as Dhaka Survey School, which in 1947 became an engineering college and in 1962, got a public university status. BUET is well known for its programs and high standards. Students with a technical bent of mind will prefer BUET for various reasons. Here we will discuss them and give an overview of the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology Admission process.

Why Is BUET The Go-To University for Future Engineering Leaders?

1) Ranking

QS World University Rankings ranked BUET 801–850 globally, 187th in Asia, and 2nd in Bangladesh.

By subject for engineering and technology, the QS World University Rankings placed it 305th in the world – a 30-point increase from the previous year.

2) Infrastructure

BUET exists on a compact 83.9-acre land in the heart of Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. The central library has over 132,000 books and 218 latest periodical subscriptions. The campus has 8 residence halls and quarters for faculty and staff with rooftop solar panels generating 3 megawatts of power.

The school has collaborated with Huawei to establish the first ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Academy in Bangladesh on campus.

IICT (Institute of Information and Communication Technology) has internet facilities, several laboratories including a communication laboratory, embedded system laboratory, and network laboratory, 3 latest computerized classrooms, and 2 large lecture halls with multimedia facilities. Other amenities include a wheelchair and parking space.

3) International Collaborations

Apart from being an active member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, BUET collaborates with well-known universities and industries in Bangladesh and abroad.

4) Alumni Network

BUET graduates make significant contributions in various sectors both in Bangladesh and internationally. The alumni network helps current students with mentorship, valuable connections, and industry insights.

 5) Research Opportunities

The Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) is known for its research centers, international collaborations, and contributions to knowledge and technology. It offers research expertise, researchers, and laboratory facilities to other organizations in Bangladesh. It also undertakes research programs sponsored by the United Nations, the European Union, and the World Bank. Apart from this, the  BUET's research includes:

a)Urban and regional planning – for research on planning and development, climate change adaptation, and disaster risk reduction.

b)Supply chain management – research on managing supplies, understanding customers and their requirements, inventory optimization, and reducing logistics costs.

c)Water conservation – focuses on using water-efficient appliances in Dhaka.

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology Admission Admission – an Overview

Aspiring students need an excellent record in their higher secondary education with an A+, particularly in relevant subjects like Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.  The admission process starts immediately after the HSC result. The shortlisted candidates need to sit for an admission test.

The admission test covers the syllabus of HSC and no other topic and therefore going thoroughly through the HSC books helps the students to crack the exam. The admission selection for foreign students is different and best enquired with the university's administration department. The university website publishes the ranking of the students based on the admission test and on their merit position students are given the option to choose a department.

For postgraduate programs like M.Sc and M.Engg, one needs 2 first classes in public examinations with at least 50% marks, or a GPA of a minimum of 2.50 out of 4.0, or its equivalent in a four-year degree program in the relevant branch.

After successfully cracking the admission test all successful students pay the prescribed fees for enrolment and other dues prescribed by BUET before the commencement of each semester, and the process needs to be completed within two weeks before the semester starts.

For details regarding admission tests and fee structure, the BUET administration department needs to be consulted.

Conclusion

Hope, this write-up, aimed at providing an overview of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) sufficiently deals with the university information in general. For any suggestion or advice Collegevorti, Bangladesh’s ONLY students’ listing portal can be approached. Its blog section has information-packed blogs written for the benefit of the students.