BSMR Maritime University, Bangladesh in Pallabi, Dhaka

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Maritime University (BSMRMU), Bangladesh came out as the first-ever maritime university of Bangladesh by an Act of Parliament on 26 October 2013. The honorable President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh is the Chancellor of the University. Right after its inception, the university started its journey toward excellence. MoU with a few reputed Maritime Universities of the world has already been signed for the necessary support to maintain high standards in the education system in this university. The university is also planning to include an Oceanographic Research Vessel for the training of students and research works by the scientists to explore our sea area. With the landmark verdict on the delimitation of the maritime boundaries with India and Myanmar, Bangladesh has been endowed with a giant sea area. As the resources on land are depleting, it has become imperative for the nation to look towards the sea for its survival. Effective exploration and exploitation of marine resources are therefore paramount towards the economic emancipation of the country in the 21st century. Besides, the onus of maintaining ‘good order at sea’ is becoming heavier with the passage of time. In order to attain these goals, the nation desperately needs the right kind of human resources. BSMRMU with its motto ‘We Strive for Maritime Excellence’, would provide necessary human resources for the nation by creating effective, well-qualified, knowledgeable human resources in the coming days. Towards attaining its goals, the university is going to conduct both graduate and post-graduate courses in various maritime fields. The process of establishing a permanent campus is going on, where other specialized fields of study will be opened. Thus, it will endeavor to emerge as a center of excellence in maritime higher education within the shortest possible time.