Islamic University of Technology: Courses, Programs, and Achievements
The Islamic University of Technology (IUT), located in Gazipur, Bangladesh, is an international engineering and technology university. IUT was established in 1978 and is operated by the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). This article provides an overview of the courses, programs, achievements, and other essential aspects of IUT.
History and Background
The Islamic University of Technology, initially known as the Islamic Centre for Technical, Vocational Training and Research (ICTVTR), was proposed at the 9th Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (ICFM) in Dakar, Senegal, in 1978. The OIC foreign ministers approved the establishment of IUT in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The infrastructure implementation began with the first Board of Governors meeting in June 1979. President Ziaur Rahman of Bangladesh laid the foundation stone on March 27, 1981, in the presence of Yasir Arafat and Habib Chatty. Construction of the campus was completed in 1987 at a cost of US$11 million [US$25 million (2019)].
In 1994, the 22nd ICFM in Casablanca, Morocco, renamed ICTVTR as the Islamic Institute of Technology (IIT). Begum Khaleda Zia, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, formally inaugurated IIT on September 21, 1995. The 28th ICFM in Bamako, Republic of Mali, in 2001, renamed IIT as the Islamic University of Technology (IUT).
Governance and Administration
The Islamic Commission for Economic, Cultural, and Social Affairs, comprising all OIC member states, serves as the Joint General Assembly of IUT. This assembly determines the university's general policy, provides guidance, examines activities, and submits recommendations to the ICFM. Internal rules and regulations are shaped through its decisions.
The Joint General Assembly elects the nine members of the Governing Board, including a member from the host country. The Secretary-General of the OIC and the Vice-Chancellor of IUT are ex-officio members. The Governing Board focuses on the activities and programs of IUT and sends recommendations to the Joint General Assembly. It consults on promoting measures and approves curricula for training and research programs.
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An interim committee, an organ of the Governing Board, addresses matters between board meetings referred to it by the Vice-Chancellor or delegated by the board. This committee advises the Governing Board on academic matters. Statutory committees manage programs and activities in relevant fields.
Academic Programs
IUT offers undergraduate and graduate programs across six departments under two faculties. The academic year begins in January and consists of two semesters: Winter and Summer. An undergraduate degree requires four years of full-time study, while a master's degree takes two years. The medium of instruction is English.
Faculties and Departments
IUT has two primary faculties:
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Technical Education:
- Engineering Management
- Management
- Technology Education
- Vocational Education
Degree Programs
IUT offers a range of degree programs:
- Bachelor's Degrees: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Technology Education.
- Master's Degrees: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technology Education.
- Doctoral Degrees (Ph.D.): Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
The table below summarizes the availability of programs and courses leading to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by IUT:
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| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Economics | No | No | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Technology Education | Yes | Yes | TBD |
Admission Requirements
IUT primarily serves students from OIC member states, drawing students from South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Admissions are highly competitive. Students are admitted once per academic year.
- Undergraduate Admissions: Students from Bangladesh are selected based on a placement test conducted by the university. Thousands of applicants are screened based on their secondary and higher-secondary level results, particularly in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. Around 160 students are accepted annually into various graduate programs.
- Postgraduate Admissions: Postgraduate degrees include Master of Science in Engineering, Master of Engineering, and Ph.D. Graduate students are selected by the Post Graduate Committee (PGC) of respective departments. International students are selected by the nominating authority of their respective OIC member state.
Campus Facilities
IUT provides various facilities to support its students' academic and personal development:
Library
The library is located on the first floor of the Library/Cafeteria building and is divided into General and Research/Reference sections. It houses books on engineering, technical, and vocational subjects and subscribes to numerous online and printed technical journals. An automated library circulation system facilitates borrowing books using a bar-code system.
Auditorium
IUT features an air-conditioned multi-purpose auditorium that can accommodate approximately 600 people. It hosts degree/diploma awarding ceremonies, seminars, cultural functions, and examinations.
Halls of Residence
The university has separate halls of residence for male and female students. The North and South Halls are for male students, while the Female Hall is for female students. Rooms are fully furnished and can accommodate up to four students each. A Provost, typically a senior faculty member, serves as the administrative head of each hall.
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Cafeterias
IUT has three self-service cafeterias (Central, North, and Female) where residential students can have their meals. The cafeterias serve breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner. Non-residential students can purchase meals using their smart cards.
Mosque
A two-storied mosque with an adjacent minaret is located at the heart of the campus.
Sports and Recreation
IUT emphasizes co-curricular activities and encourages students to participate in various games and sports. The Games and Sports Committee oversees indoor and outdoor games. The university also has a fitness center.
Student Organizations and Activities
IUT has numerous student organizations that cater to various interests and provide opportunities for personal and professional development:
- IUT Debating Society (IUTDS): Established in 2002, IUTDS promotes knowledge dissemination through debating and has achieved national and international recognition.
- IUT Computer Society (IUTCS): Formed in 2008, IUTCS focuses on programming classes, contests, application development, and co-curricular aid.
- Career and Business Society: This society prepares students for their professional lives through career fairs and networking events.
- Islamic University of Technology Photographic Society (IUTPS): Founded in 2010, IUTPS brings together students interested in photography and creativity.
- IUT CAD Society: Formed in 2019, the society promotes interest in CAD through tutorials on AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
- IUT Model OIC: Established in 2017, this club provides a platform for youth to learn about the OIC and the Muslim world.
- IUT ISC: The oldest student body in the university, ISC supports international students attending IUT.
- IUT Society of Islamic Knowledge Seekers: Established in 2008, IUTSIKS promotes the pursuit of Islamic knowledge.
- IEEE IUT Student Branch: A chapter of the Bangladesh Section of IEEE, the world's largest technical professional organization.
- IMechE IUT Student Chapter: A chapter of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
- ASME IUT Student Section: A student section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
- ACI IUT Student Chapter: A student chapter of the American Concrete Institute (ACI).
- IUT Alumni Association (IUTAA): Formed in 2004, IUTAA provides a platform for social, cultural, and professional exchanges among alumni.
Achievements and Rankings
IUT students have achieved recognition in various competitions and challenges:
- Renewable Energy Idea Contest 2024: IUT students secured the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions in the Renewable Energy Idea Contest 2024, organized by Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB).
- IdeaBuzz Championship: Team CO2 Killers from IUT became the #IdeaBuzz Champions in a competition launched by The World Bank.
- Flaghunt 2022: IUT GENESIS won Flaghunt 2022, the first on-site Capture The Flag (CTF) contest in Bangladesh.
- Formula Bharat 2023: Formula IUT racing team finished third in Class I of Formula Bharat 2023.
- European Rover Challenge (ERC): IUT Mars Rover Team Avijatrik advanced to the ERC 2022 Onsite final round, qualifying in the preliminary round as one of the top 11 teams. They also secured the 10th position worldwide in the final round of the ERC 2021 Remote edition, the best result by any Bangladeshi team in this competition.
- Urban Health Innovation Challenge 2021: Shahriar Kabir Shuvo from BTM '17 and his team became the champion of the Urban Health Innovation Challenge 2021.
- BASIS National ICT Award 2020: Ridwan Kabir and his teammate Mohaimin Ehsan were winners in the BASIS National ICT Award 2020.
- ACI Concrete Solutions Competition: Team âAIConâ comprising CEE Department students of IUT, participated in the ACI Fall 2020 Concrete Solutions Competition.
Research and Publications
Islamic University of Technology has published 1,974 scientific papers with 23,834 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Environmental Science, Quantum and Particle physics, Chemistry, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Electrical Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The following table lists the major areas of publication and their corresponding citation counts:
| Major | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 1,532 | 19,799 |
| Computer Science | 1,225 | 14,060 |
| Physics | 1,211 | 16,408 |
| Environmental Science | 1,024 | 13,235 |
| Quantum and Particle physics | 964 | 12,601 |
| Chemistry | 878 | 12,649 |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | 783 | 9,196 |
| Biology | 720 | 9,828 |
| Electrical Engineering | 674 | 8,031 |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | 663 | 7,279 |
The annual publication and citation counts are detailed in the following table:
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 | 2 |
| 2004 | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 3 |
| 2006 | 17 | 9 |
| 2007 | 10 | 7 |
| 2008 | 19 | 22 |
| 2009 | 15 | 34 |
| 2010 | 31 | 49 |
| 2011 | 72 | 91 |
| 2012 | 83 | 140 |
| 2013 | 72 | 206 |
| 2014 | 54 | 334 |
| 2015 | 74 | 409 |
| 2016 | 106 | 472 |
| 2017 | 89 | 628 |
| 2018 | 82 | 981 |
| 2019 | 112 | 1214 |
| 2020 | 153 | 1778 |
| 2021 | 220 | 2739 |
| 2022 | 253 | 3419 |
| 2023 | 304 | 5170 |
| 2024 | 193 | 5872 |
General Information
- Alternative Names: IUT, à¦à¦¸à¦²à¦¾à¦®à¦¿à¦ à¦à¦à¦¨à¦¿à¦à¦¾à¦°à§à¦¸à¦¿à¦à¦¿ ঠফ à¦à§à¦à¦¨à§à¦²à¦à¦¿
- Former Names: Islamic Center for Technical, Vocational Training and Research (1978-1995), Islamic Institute of Technology (1995-2001)
- Type: International
- Established: 1978; 47 years ago
- Accreditation: University Grants Commission (UGC); Accrediting agencies of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB), International Association of Universities (IAU), Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
- Chancellor: Hissein Brahim Taha (Secretary General of OIC)
- Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Dr. M. Rafiqul Islam
- Location: Board bazar, Gazipur, 1704 Bangladesh
- City Population: 2,678,000
Tuition and Financial Aid
- Tuition (Local Students): Bachelor's Degree: 5,000 USD (for 4 years); Postgraduate studies: 5,000 USD per annum.
- The Islamic University of Technology has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
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