FAQ
1. How many programs UIU offer for Undergraduate & Graduate degree?

United International University offers the following Undergraduate & Graduate degree programs.

UNDERGRADUATE

1. Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) [125 Credits]

2. BBA in Accounting & Information Systems (BBA in AIS) [125 Credits]

3. Bachelor of Science in Economics (BSECO) [122 Credits]

4. B.Sc. in Computer Science & Engineering (BSCSE) [138 Credits]

5. B.Sc. in Data Science (BSDS) [138 Credits]

6. B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (BSEEE) [140 Credits]

7. B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (BSCE) [151.5 Credits]

8. BSS in Environment and Development Studies program (BSSEDS)  [123 Credits]

9. BSS in Media Studies and Journalism (BSSMSJ)  [140 Credits]

10. Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm)   [160 Credits]

11. BA in English [123 Credits]

GRADUATE

1. Master of Business Administration (MBA) [60 Credits]

2. Executive MBA (EMBA) [45 Credits]

3. MS in Economics (MSECO) [30 Credits]

4. Master in Development Studies (MDS) [39 Credits]

5. M.Sc. in Computer Science & Engineering (MSCSE) [36 Credits]

2. What are the minimum qualifications for Undergraduate and Graduate Admission?

The minimum qualification for admission into an undergraduate program is:

1.    A minimum GPA of 2.5/2nd division/equivalent grade in SSC and HSC or equivalent public examinations. Students with GPA 2.00 in any examination either SSC or HSC, however, must have a minimum GPA of 6.00 totalling the GPA of both the examinations.

2.  O-level students must have completed a minimum of 5 subjects with Average Grade Point of 2.50 or above and A-level students a minimum of 2 subjects with Average Grade Point of 2.00 or above (scale A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)

3.  For admission to BSEEE/CSE/BSDS/Civil programs, students must have had Physics and Mathematics in HSC/A-Level or equivalent level.

4.  The students, who are sons/daughters of freedom fighters, will be eligible for getting admission if they have a minimum GPA of 5.00 totalling the GPA of SSC and HSC Examinations. Such students, however, have to submit the copy of authenticated Certificate as the proof of his/her father/mother’s identity as a freedom fighter.

5.  Acceptable score in UIU Admission Test.

6.  Admission Test is not required for GPA 5.00 holders in H.S.C/equivalent level of exams for getting admission to an undergraduate program.

7.  GED result will not be accepted.

8.  Admission Test is not required for GPA 5.00 holders in H.S.C/equivalent level of exams for getting admission to an undergraduate program.

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.)

  1. SSC and HSC Result: Candidates are required to have a minimum aggregate GPA of 8.00 (out of 10) in SSC/Equivalent and HSC/Equivalent examinations. Specifically, they must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.50 (out of 5) in the Science group in both examinations.
  2. In SSC/Equivalent examination: Candidates must achieve a minimum GPA of 4.00 in Chemistry and Biology and 3.50 in Physics and Mathematics.
  3. In HSC/Equivalent examination: Candidates must achieve a minimum GPA of 4.00 in Chemistry and Biology and 3.50 in Physics and Mathematics. However, candidates without Mathematics/having GPA below 3.5 in HSC/ recognized equivalent examination can be admitted but need to take an additional 3- credit course in Mathematics during B. pharm. study.
  4. HSC Passing year: Candidates must have passed the HSC/ recognized equivalent examination in the current year or the preceding year. For example, candidates applying for the Spring 2024 semester must have passed their HSC/recognized equivalent examination in 2022 or 2023.
  5. “O” Level and “A” Level Candidates: Candidates with O-level and A-level must have a minimum grade of “B” in Chemistry and Biology, and a minimum grade of “C” in Physics and Mathematics in both exams. Candidates without Mathematics need to take an additional 3 credit course in Mathematics during B. pharm study. They are not required to obtain an equivalence certificate from the Pharmacy Council before application for admission.
  6. Foreign Students: Foreign students must have completed 12 years of education and obtained equivalent grades in examinations recognized by relevant foreign institutions. They are required to obtain an equivalence certificate from the Pharmacy Council before application for admission.
  7. Note: Students who pass the written admission test may need to have viva voce (oral interview) as part of the admission selection process.
  8.  Acceptable score in UIU Admission Test.

Graduate (Master’s)

The minimum qualification for admission into a graduate program is:

1.The terms & conditions of undergraduate programs mentioned above will be applicable for admission to graduate programs.

2. A relevant undergraduate degree from a recognized university with a GPA of 2.00 or above in a scale of 4.0

3. Applicants without Science group in HSC or equivalent level will not be considered for MSCSE UIU admission.

4. A relevant Bachelor Degree with at least second divisions/classes in all previous exams.

5. Students completing undergraduate programs from UIU having a minimum CGPA of 2.00 will be eligible to get admission to any graduate programs without appearing at the Admission Test.

6. Different departments may have some additional requirements.

7. Some students may be required to complete some additional preparatory courses at UIU before they start their Master’s programs.

Note:  For applying to the EMBA program: after completing the Bachelor’s degree a minimum of 2 years of work experience is required.

3. How many trimesters in a year?

UIU offers 3 trimesters in a year: Spring, Summer & Fall.  In general, these trimesters start in February, June & October respectively.

4. Can I apply for undergraduate program if I appeared in HSC?

Yes, appeared students can apply to any program of UIU. If you qualify for the Admission Test, then you must have to submit the result of the HSC exam during Admission Time. If your result is not published, you will not be allowed to get the admission and the Admission Form fee will not be refunded.

5. From where I can collect the admission form?

Admission Form is available at UIU Admission Office on working days between 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. on payment of Tk. 1000/= (Non Refundable). Also, Admission Form can be purchased and submit via online at admission.uiu.ac.bd

6. What are the topics of admission test?

Admission Test Syllabus

School of Business & Economics: A One-hour & Twenty minutes (Appx.) admission test consisting of essay and multiple-choice questions in English (Grammar, Reading Comprehension), SAT1/SSC syllabus based Mathematics (Quantitative, Arithmetic, Elementary Algebra, Commonly known concepts of Geometry), Short Essay writing.

School of Science & Engg. A two-hour admission test (Appx.) consisting of essay or paragraph and multiple-choice questions in English (Grammar, Reading Comprehension), HSC syllabus based Mathematics & Physics.

BSS in EDS: The admission test for BSS in EDS Program of UIU consists of four separate sections: general knowledge (historically significant national and international events, and contemporary national and international issues); English (grammar, translations, synonyms and antonyms, and spelling correction); contemporary environment and development issues (environment, climate change, global warming, disaster management, urbanization, etc.) and Easy Writing (in English).

BSSMSJ: A one-hour admission test based on SSC & HSC syllabus consisting of four sections (i) Multiple-choice questions in General Knowledge (Bangladesh & International affairs) (ii) Multiple-choice questions in English (Grammar & Language,), (iii) Multiple-choice questions in Bengali (Grammar, Language & Literature), (iv) Short Essay / Paragraph writing.

B.Pharm:  A One-hour (Appx) consisting of essay or paragraph and multiple-choice questions in English (Grammar, Reading Comprehension), HSC syllabus based on Biology and Chemistry.

BA in English: A One-hour & Twenty minutes (Appx.) admission test consisting of essay and multiple-choice questions in English HSC syllabus based (Grammar, Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary)and Short Essay writing.

MBA: A One-hour admission test consisting of three sections (i) Multiple-choice questions in English (Grammar, Reading Comprehension),  (ii)  Multiple-choice questions in Mathematics (Quantitative, Arithmetic, Elementary Algebra, Commonly known concepts of Geometry), (iii) Short Essay writing.           

EMBA, MSCSE, MSECO & MDS: Students are required to attend Viva Voce and shall have to bring all Academic Certificates, Transcripts & Job Experience Certificates at the time of Viva Voce.

Acceptable score in UIU admission test.  Successful applicants must complete admission procedures within a specified date, which will be mentioned in the Admission Test Result notification.

UIU reserves the right to change the policies, fees, curricula, or any other information without any prior notice and to cancel programs and courses.*

 

7. What is the admission fee?

1. Admission fee taka 20,000.00 (Non Refundable)

2. Caution Money for ID Card Tk. 2000.00 (Refundable) payable at the time of taking admission.

8. Which application documents must I submit?

i) Certificates, Marks sheet, Testimonials of all previous examinations.

ii) 2 copies of recent passport-sized & 1 copy of the stamp-sized photograph (which you uploaded online).

iii) For Diploma graduates, all semester-wise Marks sheet.

iv) For EMBA program, certificate of 2 years’ Job Experience.

v) Students own NID / Birth Certificate/ Passport Copy & National ID Card of Father / Mother.

vi) The signature of Father / Mother / Guardian is mandatory on the Admission Form. If anyone puts his / her signature as a guardian, the photocopy of the National Id Card of the signatory has to be submitted to the Admission Office.

vii)  Presence of Mother/Father/Guardian is a must at the time of admission of an undergraduate student.

9. Is there any evening class for undergraduate programs?

There is no evening shift for undergraduate programs.

10. What is the rule for Credit Transfer students?

i) Concerned Dean will decide the program of a university from which credit transfer will be accepted

ii) Admission test is required

iii) Admission fee has to be paid

iv) Department will decide which course(s) will be transferred/waived

v) The minimum grade in a transferred/waived course should be “B”

vi) Residency requirement: minimum of 50% credits have to be completed at UIU

vii) Disciplinary verification of such credit-transferred students has to be made from their respective former Universities. At the time of admission, the students have to bring a testimonial from his/her previous university stating that “No disciplinary action was taken against him/her”.

11. Do you have any special considerations for getting exemptions from seating admission test in undergraduate program?

For getting admission to undergraduate programs, admission test is not required for GPA 5.00 holders in HSC/Equivalent exams.

12. Is there any sibling facilities?

Siblings upon completion of registration will be eligible for 20% tuition fee waiver each.

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