UCBD welcomes freshers to ULan UK Degree Programmes

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Universal College Bangladesh (UCBD) has welcomed the second batch of students enrolling in international business and information technology degree programmes offered by the University of Lancashire (ULan).

The orientation, held on September 28 at UCBD’s Gulshan campus, introduced freshers and their parents to university life and the UK-accredited degrees available in Dhaka. “UCBD, the exclusive partner of ULan in Bangladesh, is the first higher education institution in the country to receive Ministry of Education approval to offer full international degrees. Students can complete their three-year honours programme in Dhaka or transfer to the UK after the first year”, says a press release.

The event opened with remarks from Professor Muhammad Ismail Hossain, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Professor Hew Gill, President and Provost of UCBD.

Addressing the students, Professor Gill said, “This is an excellent opportunity for local students to learn from our internationally acclaimed faculty members. The degrees offered here in Dhaka are exactly the same as those in the UK. In three years’ time, I look forward to presenting every student with a certificate proudly stating they have a degree from the University of Lancashire.”

Ambreen Zaman, IT Programme Coordinator at UCBD, stressed the institution’s holistic approach, saying, “University isn’t just about academics; it’s about developing the whole person. This orientation introduces students and parents to the many resources available to help them thrive not only in their studies but also in life.”

A Parents’ Orientation, led by Professor Gill and Samia Salam, Parent Engagement and Event Coordinator, was a key highlight. The session explained how ULan degrees open doors to career opportunities and postgraduate study.

Programme-specific sessions followed, including presentations by UK faculty members involved in teaching and examining the ULan degrees in Bangladesh. Students were briefed on academic policies, expectations, support services, and campus life.

A networking break midway through the day gave students, parents, faculty, and staff a chance to connect. The event closed with contributions from UCBD faculty and coordinators, reinforcing the college’s mission to build a well-informed, engaged, and supportive academic community from the outset of the year.

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