Metropolitan University Pioneers Future-Tech Education with Launch of BSc (Hons) in Data Science
Metropolitan University Pioneers Future-Tech Education with Launch of BSc (Hons) in Data Science
Metropolitan University (MU), the first permanently approved private university in Greater Sylhet, has officially launched its BSc (Hons) in Data Science program. Admissions for the Spring Term are now open for aspiring tech leaders.
Recognizing Data Science as one of the most transformative and high-demand fields of the 21st century, Metropolitan University stands as the first and only institution in the region to offer a comprehensive four-year Honors degree in this discipline. The curriculum is meticulously designed to integrate next-generation technologies, including:
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Machine Learning (ML)
Advanced Data Analytics
A Vision for Modern Excellence
The Founder of Metropolitan University, Dr. Toufique Rahman Chowdhury, emphasized that the program is built on a foundation of practical excellence. Students will benefit from state-of-the-art computer laboratories, research-driven pedagogy, and direct career support through dedicated internship placements.
Tanwir Rahman Chowdhury, Chairman of Metropolitan University, highlighted the strategic importance of the launch:
"We are committed to staying ahead of the global curve. By introducing Data Science, we are providing our students with the tools to excel in the world's most sought-after professions. Graduates will be prepared to step into roles as Data Scientists, AI Researchers, and Machine Learning Engineers on a global stage."
Scholarships and Admission Criteria
To foster academic brilliance, the University has announced a robust scholarship structure for the inaugural batches:
Merit-Based Scholarships: Up to 50% waiver on tuition fees.
Excellence Award: Special tuition fee waivers for the first ten students with GPA-5 (Golden) in HSC.
Eligibility: Applicants must have a Science background in both SSC and HSC (or equivalent).
Metropolitan University continues to lead the way in educational innovation, ensuring that the youth of Bangladesh are not just observers of the digital revolution, but its primary architects.