প্রিমিয়ার বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় | |
.png) Seal of Premier University | |
Other name | PU |
|---|---|
| Motto | Centre of excellence for quality learning[1] |
| Type | Private |
| Established | 21 January 2002 |
| Chairman | Dr. Shahadat Hossain |
| Chancellor | President Mohammed Shahabuddin |
| Vice-Chancellor | S. M. Nasrul Quadir |
Academic staff | 340 [2017][2] |
Administrative staff | 260 [2017] |
| Students | 7,551 [2017][3][4] |
| Undergraduates | 5,895 [2017] |
| Postgraduates | 1,107 [2017] |
Other students | 41 [2017][2] |
| Location | , Bangladesh 22°21′38″N 91°49′44″E / 22.3606°N 91.8288°E |
| Campus | Urban |
| Language | English |
| Affiliation | University Grants Commission of Bangladesh |
| Website | puc |
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Premier University (Bengali: প্রিমিয়ার বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়) is a private university in Chattogram, Bangladesh. It was established in 2002 by the Chattogram City Corporation and continues to operate under its authority.[5]
History
[edit]
The ex-mayor of Chattogram City Corporation, ABM Mohiuddin Chowdhury, first proposed the establishment of a higher education institution in 1998. A project proposal for Premier University was submitted to the Ministry of Education in May 2001. Approval was granted under the Private University Act (1992), and the University Grants Commission (UGC) approved the university curriculum.[5]
Premier University officially began on 5 December 2001 and launched academic programs in January 2002. During 2022, the university held its third convocation.
In 2012, the university received initial approval for a permanent campus from the UGC. In 2021, it was granted formal approval from the Ministry of Education to establish and operate from its permanent campus, becoming the first private university in Chattogram to obtain this recognition.[6]
In December 2024, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Anupam Sen resigned following several days of student protests demanding administrative reform. The Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Treasurer, Proctor, and Student Welfare Director also resigned.[7]
Premier University currently consists of six faculties and thirteen departments.
Campus
[edit]
The university's permanent campus is located at:
541, O.R. Nizam Road, Panchlaish, Chattogram.[5]
The university also operates an additional campus at:
1/A, O.R. Nizam Road, Prabartak Circle, which hosts the **American Corner Chattogram.[8]
Laboratories
[edit]
- Computer Labs
- Circuits & Electronics Lab
- Machines and Power System Lab
- Communication and Microprocessor Lab
- Design Studio
- PLC Lab
- Physics Lab
- Chemistry Lab
- Simulation Lab
- Switchgear & Protection Lab
Organization and administration
[edit]Premier University is managed under the authority of the Chattogram City Corporation.
Vice-Chancellors
[edit]- Anupam Sen (2006–2024)
- S. M. Nasrul Quadir (2024–present)[9]
Academics
[edit]Faculty of Business Studies
[edit]The faculty has five departments: Department of Accounting, Department of Finance, Department of Human Resource Management, Department of Management, and Department of Marketing. It offers the following undergraduate and postgraduate degrees:[10][11]
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
Faculty of Law
[edit]Department of Law
[edit]The department of Law offers the following undergraduate and postgraduate degrees:[10][12]
- Bachelor of Law (LLB)
- Master of Law (LLM) 1 Year
Faculty of Engineering
[edit]The Faculty of Engineering consists of the following departments:[13]
Department of Architecture
[edit]B.Sc. in Architecture.[10]
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
[edit]The department was established in 2002.[14] The department offers the following degrees[10]
- B.Sc. in Computer Science & Engineering
- M.Sc. in Computer Science & Engineering
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
[edit]The department offers the following degree[10]
- B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Faculty of Arts
[edit]The Faculty of Arts consists of the following departments:[15]
Department of English
[edit]The department of English offers the following degrees:[10]
- Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in English (BA in English)
- Master of Arts in English (MA in English)
Department of Bengali Language and Literature
[edit]The department of Bangla offers the following degrees:[10]
- Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Bangla (BA in Bangla)
- Master of Arts in Bangla (MA in Bangla)
Department of Fashion Design and Technology
[edit]- Bachelor of Arts in Fashion and Technology
Department of Information Science and Library Management
[edit]- Post Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Science
Faculty of Science
[edit]The Faculty of Science consists of the following departments:[16]
Department of Mathematics
[edit]The department offers the following degrees:[10]
- Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Mathematics
- M.Sc. in Mathematics - 1 Year [Date of approval: 7/7/2019]
Department of Public Health
[edit]The department offers the following degrees:[10]
- Master of Public Health
Department of Chemistry
[edit]The department offers the following degrees
- B.Sc. in Chemistry
Department of Health Science
[edit]The department offers the following degrees
- MS in Molecular-Biology and Bio-Informatics Date of Approval: 30-01-2024
Faculty of Social Sciences
[edit]The Faculty of Social Sciences consists of the following departments:[17]
Department of Sociology and Sustainable Development
[edit]The Department of SSD offers the following degrees:[10]
- Bachelor of Social Science (Honors) in Sociology and sustainable development
- M.S.S in Sociology and Sustainable Development Date of Approval: 13/12/2022
Department of Economics
[edit]The Department of Economics offers the following degrees:[10]
- Bachelor of Social Science (Honors) in economics
- Master of Social Science in economics
Clubs and Organizations
[edit]Premier University hosts a variety of student clubs encouraging both academic and extracurricular engagement.
List of Student Clubs
[edit]- IEEE Premier University Student Branch[18][19]
- PUC Robotics Club[20]
- Premier University Computer Club (PUCC)
- Business Entrepreneurs Club[citation needed]
- Career Club
- Sports Club – run by the PU Sports Development Committee[21]
- Debating Club
- Language Club
- Photography Club
- Cultural Club
Achievements
[edit]Premier University has achieved recognition in academics, engineering accreditation, and national competitions.
- The EEE Department is accredited by BAETE (IEB), recognized under the Washington Accord.[22]
Major student achievements include:[23]
- Qualification for ICPC Asia West Continent Championship
- Champion – 14th Inter-University Programming Contest 2020
- 2nd Place – Ada Lovelace National Girls' Programming Contest 2020
- Bangladesh Zonal Winner – IIT Techfest Bombay 2019–2020
- Champion & Runner Up – NASA Space Apps Challenge 2018 (Chattogram Division)
Global Alliances
[edit]American Corner Chattogram was established in 2003 and reopened in 2023 in partnership with Premier University. It offers EducationUSA advising, innovation workshops, technology resources, and cultural programs.[8]
It is located at the Premier University campus at 1/A, O.R. Nizam Road, Prabartak Circle, Panchlaish, Chattogram.[24]
References
[edit]- ^ "Premier University". Archived from the original on 31 December 2013. Retrieved 2 September 2009.
- ^ a b "Statistical Year Book Bangladesh 2018" (PDF). Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics.
- ^ "Annual Report 2017". University Grants Commission.
- ^ "Statistical Year Book Bangladesh 2018" (PDF). Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics. p. 435.
- ^ a b c "Premier University". University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Accreditation and Award of Permanent Charter". Premier University. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Premier University VC Resigns Amid Student Protests". The Business Standard. 6 December 2024.
- ^ a b Dhaka, U. S. Embassy (15 November 2022). "American Corner Chattogram". U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "VC Office". Premier University. Retrieved 30 November 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "Admission Test Schedule". Premier University. Retrieved 12 July 2017.
- ^ "Faculty of Business Studies | Premier University". University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Faculty of Law | Premier University". University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Faculty of Engineering | Premier University". University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Welcome to department of Computer Science & Engineering". Premier University. Archived from the original on 4 November 2016. Retrieved 10 May 2020.
- ^ "Faculty of Arts | Premier University". University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Faculty of Science | Premier University". University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Faculty of Social Science | Premier University". University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Student Branches – IEEE Bangladesh Section". Retrieved 30 November 2025.
- ^ "CSE Clubs". Retrieved 30 November 2025.
- ^ "PU Robotics Club". Retrieved 30 November 2025.
- ^ "Why PUC". Retrieved 30 November 2025.
- ^ "Accreditation and Charter". Retrieved 14 February 2025.
- ^ "Achievements - CSE Department". Retrieved 30 November 2025.
- ^ "American Corner Chattogram Location". Retrieved 14 February 2025.