We are delighted to present a series of recruitment activities in Dhaka, Bangladesh which will help you achieve your internationalisation objectives in the region.

Bangladesh is no longer a market we can ignore. A fantastic growth of 20.8% in 2019 Q1-Q3 visas points in a market ready to explore higher education opportunities abroad. We expect these numbers to be much higher with the GIR coming into effect next year, and the UK will become a prime destination again for Bangladeshi students studying abroad.
Did you know there are one million students graduating high school looking for undergraduate courses? There are 58,000 students studying abroad at the tertiary level but only around 2,500 of those are in the UK. There is a massive pool of potential students that are eager to meet UK HEIs and it is our pleasure to create this platform to help you do just that. Do note, Bangladeshi students are also receptive to non-UK campuses of UK HEIs, so for those HEIs with campuses abroad, this is an audience you do not want to miss interacting with. 

We have planned a 4 day programme that will help you reach students and influencers in Bangladesh across UG and PG markets.

 

Date

 

 

Event

 

 

Description

 

21 March 

(all day)

IELTS takes you places: Study in the UK Fair

 

UK HEIs are invited to book spots in the Study UK space at the IELTS Study in the UK Fair, which they are organising with Mentors.

 

The Fair will invite students and parents at UG and PG levels interested in studying in the UK from prime schools and colleges in Dhaka and adjoining areas. 

 

22-23 March (all day)

UG/PG visits

 

IES will take the UK HEI delegation to A-level schools and colleges across Dhaka to counsel students and meet faculty and heads of institutions.

 

 

24 March (First half only)

 

 

Influencers event

 

 

A small networking event with agents, school counsellors and other influencers in Dhaka. 

 


PARTICIPATION FEE FOR THE ENTIRE PROGRAMME FROM 21-24 MARCH IS £450 + UK VAT.

The fees includes table and chair set up at host institutions, light refreshments, local travel and bottled water during travel. 
Please read about the Bangladesh market here: https://education-services.britishcouncil.org/country/bangladesh/market

Why should you participate in this event?

  • Meet, counsel and recruit UG and PG students from high potential schools and colleges in Dhaka
  • Meet and interact with parents, counsellors and agents - highly important influencers in the Bangladesh market 
  • Meet local HEI leaders and heads of institutions - discuss potential partnerships and collaborations and build your network
  • Understand and experience the international student market in Bangladesh, learn more about the local education landscape and international higher education mobility drivers
  • Develop your footprint and build your brand in one of South Asia's most high potential markets

Please note:

  • UK HEIs will be expected to arrive in Dhaka on 20th March and will be able to leave after lunch on 24th March.
  • The participation fee does not include freight costs and these are the responsibility of the participating institution.
  • Visas are necessary for UK passport holders. Where visas need to be obtained, it is the responsibility of the applicant's institution to follow the correct procedures. Let us know if you have any questions or require a visa letter. 
  • UK HEIs must send their institution representatives only. Agents will not be able to represent the UK HEI for this programme. 
  • The event will only go ahead if we receive minimum interest from 10 UK HEIs. 

If you are interested to participate, please write to aatreyee.guhathakurta@britishcouncil.org. 

The deadline for submitting your interest is 20 February 2020. Cancellation fees will be charged at 100% after 28 February 2020.