Press Release
17 October, 2026, 07:00 pm
Last modified: 17 October, 2026, 07:02 pm
Eastern University hosted a seminar on 14 October to inform students about higher education pathways, scholarships and research opportunities in Malaysia.
Titled "Pursuing Higher Education at USIM and Other Universities in Malaysia: Opportunities and Prospects", the seminar was organised by the university's Office of International and External Affairs (OIEA), with support from the Eastern University Research Society (EURS), at Rezakul Haider Hall on campus, according to the press release.
Professor Dr Farid A Sobhani, vice-chancellor of Eastern University, attended as the chief guest.
Professor Dr Mohd Rushdan Mohd Jailani, dean of the Faculty of Leadership and Management at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), delivered the keynote address. Professor Dr Md Yousuf Ali, USIM ambassador, participated as a discussant.
In his welcoming remarks, Farid A Sobhani highlighted Malaysia's progress in higher education and research, as well as the international recognition of its universities.
He expressed optimism that strong relations between Bangladesh and Malaysia could create new academic and professional opportunities for students and faculty members.
Mohd Rushdan Mohd Jailani discussed Malaysia's higher education system, academic programmes and research opportunities.
Md Yousuf Ali offered practical guidance on selecting suitable universities and programmes, exploring scholarships and pursuing higher studies and research in Malaysia.
Before the seminar, the visiting USIM delegation met faculty members from different departments at Eastern University.
Discussions focused on doctoral research opportunities, pathways to higher studies and professional development for academic staff.
The seminar included an interactive quiz, with special gifts presented to the top three participants. The seminar also presented commemorative crests to the guest speakers.
Dr Abu Bin Ihsan, director of OIEA, dean of the School of Life Sciences and chief research coordinator of EURS, delivered the vote of thanks.
Faculty members, students, researchers and university officials from different departments attended.
Organisers expressed hope that the seminar would help students make informed decisions about international higher education and strengthen prospects for academic and research collaboration between Eastern University and Malaysian universities.