Development Studies

  1. What is the cost of the MDS program at IUB?
    Tuition Fee: BDT 1,76,500 BDT
    Admission form: BDT 1,000
    Admission Fee (one time): BDT 20,000
    Cost Per Credit: BDT 4,500
    For details, visit:
    http://slass.iub.edu.bd/tuition-fee-policies/
  2. What is the total number of credits for MDS Program at IUB?
    33 credits
  3. Do we have to sit for an admission exam?
    Yes
  4. What majors do IUB MDS program offer?
    There are no major-specific courses. But you can request for any course prior to the semester. Courses are offered based on students’ demand. For the course curriculum, visit: http://slass.iub.edu.bd/graduate-socialscience/
  5. What are the class timings for MDS?
    Sunday to Saturday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
  6. Is it possible to do classes only on weekends?
    No
  7. Are there any tuition fee waiver facilities?
    Attractive scholarships are available. Most students avail substantial scholarships each semester based on their undergraduate CGPA and other categories.
    For details:
    Visit: http://www.iub.edu.bd/files/policies/IUBFinAidPolicyGrad.pdf
    Call: +8801792 825352
  8. Do you provide any support for internship and job placements?
    Internship is not mandatory. The department and faculty members actively help students to get jobs.
  9. Do you have any daycare facilities for children?
    Not yet
  10. How long will it take to finish the MDS?
    Usually, 4 semesters or up to 2 years depending on the number of courses taken each semester
  11. What are the eligibility criteria for admission in the MDS program?
    Minimum 3/4 years bachelor degree in any discipline with minimum CGPA of 2.5.
    Break of study may be acceptable.
  12. Is it possible to take semester breaks?
    Yes (as per university policy)
  13. For more information:
    Office: +8801792 825352
    MDS Coordinator: +8801711 368149
    Email: ssh@iub.edu.bd, taseen@iub.edu.bd