Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) is inviting prospective students to learn more about available programmes, entry requirements and life on campus by visiting the Higher Education Expo 2024 and UBD Open Day 2024.
UBD representatives will be on hand to receive visitors at the Higher Education Expo 2024 to be held from 3rd to 4th February 2024 at Bridex Hall, Jerudong. On 3rd February, Higher Education Expo 2024 will be open to visitors from 10am to 5pm. Meanwhile on 4th February, the expo will be open from 9am to 5pm.
UBD will also be holding its Open Day from 3rd to 4th February 2024. Prospective students can drop by the UBD Library on the two days from 9am to 5pm daily where academics and staff from all faculties will be able to answer any and all enquiries. The UBD Research Open Day will also be held concurrently. Graduates looking to further their academic and research capabilities can speak to lecturers and researchers to find out more. Both events will be an ideal opportunity to be present and explore the campus as the UBD Library is located in the heart of the university.
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) stands poised to be a key driver for sustainable development in Brunei Darussalam in line with the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs). Through modules, infrastructure and everyday life on campus, UBD is committed to ensuring that staff and students develop the necessary knowledge and habits that promote a sustainable lifestyle. Postgraduate students have also taken the initiative in this regard and UBD welcomes brilliant minds with novel ideas to join in this journey towards a better future.JDespite being a relatively young university, UBD continues to make a significant mark on the Sultanate and the world with highly knowledgeable and skilled graduates as well as impactful research. What sets UBD apart is also its accredited programmes, offering students a distinct advantage in the competitive job market. Notably, the Bachelor in General Engineering programme has achieved the prestigious accreditation by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET), making it the first of its kind in Brunei Darussalam. This international accreditation ensures that UBD graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in cutting-edge fields, driving innovation and addressing the evolving needs of society with utmost care and expertise.
Late last year, Universiti Brunei Darussalam School of Business and Economics (UBD SBE) was awarded the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Accreditation. Less than 6% of the world’s schools offering business degree programmes hold AACSB business accreditation. A hallmark of business education excellence, UBD SBE now joins an elite group of over 1,000 business schools across 60 countries.
In addition to accreditation, individual subjects in UBD have been recognised by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and the Times Higher Education (THE) University subject rankings. In the latest QS Subject Rankings, UBD placed 301-330 for Modern Languages. Meanwhile, in the THE Subject Rankings, UBD ranked 301-400 in three subjects; Engineering and Technology, Social Sciences, and Education. The university also placed 501-600 for Physical Sciences and 401-500 for Business and Economics.
UBD, As a comprehensive university, offers a diverse range of in sciences, education, Brunei studies, social sciences and more. This wide array of options provides students with valuable opportunities for holistic learning. By incorporating multidisciplinary modules, UBD ensures that students receive a comprehensive education that fosters a well-rounded and versatile skill set. Students can benefit greatly from the broad-based and multidisciplinary modules which allow for a holistic learning experience.
This includes the opportunity to develop entrepreneurship capabilities where students can learn to develop innovative ideas into feasible and successful startups. While third year students can opt to try their hand at Incubation during Discovery Year, students from any year with a business idea can join Venture Lab and begin their startup journey even earlier.
With a focus on student experience, UBD believes that by putting “Learner First”, its students will blossom into independent and resilient individuals who are capable of anything they put their minds to. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of the UBD community, joining thousands of alumni who have contributed to the nation and proved how the crème de la crème rises to the top.