Macquarie University showcases Australian study opportunities at Dhaka open day

Macquarie University, one of Australia’s leading public universities, held its annual open day in Dhaka on Saturday, attracting prospective students and parents interested in higher education opportunities in Australia.

Held at Amari Dhaka Hotel on 7 November, the event provided information on academic programmes, admission requirements, scholarships and career prospects, according to a press release.

Professor Dr Yusuf Ali Molla, former acting chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh and a Macquarie alumnus, inaugurated the event.

Recalling his experience of completing a PhD at the university, he highlighted Australia's quality education, research opportunities and supportive academic environment.

Mustafizur Rahman, senior director for South Asia at the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), attended the event and highlighted its role in helping students make informed decisions about overseas education.

Tanveer Shaheed, Macquarie University's director of international recruitment, said Bangladeshi students made valuable contributions to its academic community.

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Participants received information and counselling on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in business, IT, science, engineering, medicine, health sciences, arts and social sciences, as well as admission procedures and student life in Sydney.

A key attraction was the Macquarie University Bangladesh $10,000 Early Acceptance Scholarship, offering eligible Bangladeshi students AUD 10,000 annually towards tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees. The scholarship can cover around 20% of annual tuition costs.

University representatives Md Majadul Alam, Rafsan Zilani, Bedura Shabnam and Farahnaz Rahim also attended the programme.