40% of Classes to Be Online, 60% In-Person at Dhaka Central University

Khabor Wala Desk

Published: 4th August 2025, 3:18 PM

40% of Classes to Be Online, 60% In-Person at Dhaka Central University

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At the proposed Dhaka Central University—intended to serve students from seven government colleges in the capital—40% of classes will be conducted online, while the remaining 60% will be held in person.

This was announced on Monday, 4 August, during a press conference at the Secretariat. Md. Mojibur Rahman, Additional Secretary (in charge) of the Secondary and Higher Education Division, disclosed the plan while briefing on the progress regarding the establishment of the university.

Features of the Proposed Dhaka Central University

Aspect	Details
Teaching Modality	Hybrid (Interdisciplinary approach)
Class Distribution	40% Online, 60% In-Person
Examinations	All exams to be conducted in person
Initial Curriculum	First 4 semesters: Non-major (general/interdisciplinary) courses
Major Courses	Final 4 semesters: Major-specific subjects based on selected discipline
Discipline Switch	Allowed in the 5th semester (upon fulfilling conditions)
Campus Transfer	Not permitted

Academic Structure Overview

Semester	Course Type	Flexibility
Semester 1–4	Non-Major/General	Fixed
Semester 5–8	Major (Discipline-based)	Discipline may be changed in Semester 5 (conditions apply)

Md. Mojibur Rahman explained that the university aims to implement an interdisciplinary and hybrid academic model, combining the flexibility of online learning with the structure and engagement of face-to-face instruction.

While students will have some freedom in selecting their academic disciplines after completing the initial general semesters, the university will not offer the option to change campuses during their course of study.