Message of the Vice-Chancellor
Dr. Muhammad Yeahia Akhter
20th Vice-Chancellor
Welcome to the University of Chittagong, the most beautiful university in Bangladesh. Since inception in 1966, the University of Chittagong has grown to become one of the flagship research-led universities, which is well known for the excellence of its teaching, research, and services to local, national and international communities.
The University of Chittagong in continuously flourishing in its quality teaching and impactful research along with its tangible infra-structural developments with commendable architectural designs.
As one of the largest and oldest public universities in Bangladesh, it comprises ten faculties including the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Business Administration. Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Marine Sciences and Fisheries and Faculty of Medicine.
The University of Chittagong is unique in its campus setting, curricular and extra-curricular activities, and natural surroundings with its defining characteristics. At present, The University of Chittagong has more than 27,000 Students, 48 Departments, 6 Institutes, 25 affiliated college, 993 teaching staff and about 1888 supports staff. The University of Chittagong is one of the leading universities in Bangladesh in terms of quality research conducted by the faculties and students that are published in internationally acclaimed research outlets. The students of this university win the top positions in research, science fairs, sports, computer programming, engineering and venture competitions, debate, games etc. at the domestic and global platforms, for which students identity the Chittagong University by choice in ever-increasing numbers day-by-day for building their professional and academic careers.
The 21st century has brought unprecedented social, economic, environmental and technological change. We are confronted with urgent challenges, in an era of unparalleled opportunity. There has never been a more crucial time for sustainable development to be front and center of the global agenda.
We have less than 7 years left to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Achieving the SDG will require new knowledge, technological innovation and social transformation. Chittagong University is steadfast in its commitment to generate, build on, and contributes to the SDGs. The Chittagong University’s mission of creating leaders committed to sustainable development is aligned with Vision 2041 where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential
I wholeheartedly welcome all to take a virtual tour to explore the picturesque scenery and strengths of the University of Chittagong in its academic and natural settings.
