Overview

The Department of Sociology at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) began its academic journey in the 1992–93 session by admitting approximately 30 undergraduate students. Its primary objective was to disseminate humanistic and scientific knowledge about human beings and their social worlds. Since its inception, the Department has evolved into one of the oldest and most reputed academic units of SUST.

To date, the Department has successfully awarded Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees to around 1,315 students across twenty batches. Many of these graduates have produced excellent theses that contribute significantly to the Department’s vision and mission. Over the years, numerous alumni have pursued higher studies at prestigious universities around the world, while many others have established themselves in diverse professional sectors—including academia, public administration, finance, industry, health, NGOs, and other areas—playing crucial roles in national development.

Under the current Graduate Studies Committee (GSC) curriculum, the Department offers programs leading to Bachelor’s, Master’s (General and Thesis), M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees. The curriculum encompasses a wide range of theoretical and applied areas, including Social History, Classical and Contemporary Sociological Theories, Development and Politics in the Global South, Research Methodology, Poverty and Environment, and Gender Studies, among others. The Department’s research portfolio covers advanced sociological issues and employs both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

Beyond academics, students actively participate in sports, cultural, and extracurricular activities, fostering a holistic learning environment. With the commitment and academic excellence of its faculty members, the Department strives to equip students with critical sociological insight and applied analytical skills, enabling them to engage effectively with diverse societies and professional domains.

Mission and Vision

Mission:
The Department of Sociology is dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive and diverse understanding of sociological perspectives and practices. It aims to cultivate critical thinking, analytical ability, and social awareness among students to help them better understand and respond to complex social realities.

Vision:
Our vision is to generate and disseminate sociological knowledge that promotes greater awareness and understanding of social structures, processes, and challenges at local, national, and global levels. The Department aspires to be a vibrant center of excellence in teaching and research in Sociology in Bangladesh.

The Department houses a well-equipped computer laboratory and a seminar library to support student learning and research. It maintains a strong research ethos, with faculty members actively engaged in publishing high-quality research covering diverse sociological themes. This scholarly commitment has placed the Department on a strong academic foundation, making it one of the most prestigious Sociology departments in the country.

Graduates of the Department have excelled in various professional fields, joining both public and private institutions in Bangladesh and abroad. The Department encourages all students to "think sociologically"—to approach social life with critical reflection and intellectual curiosity.

In pursuit of its mission, the Department continues to make significant research contributions on pressing social issues at the local, national, and international levels. With a balanced focus on theoretical development and methodological rigor—both qualitative and quantitative—the Department of Sociology remains committed to fostering academic excellence and advancing the discipline in Bangladesh.

 

Full time Part time Headcount FTE
Faculty Statistics
1.1 Number of academic staff 24 0 24 24
1.2 Number of academic staff of international/overseas origin 0 0
1.3 Number of academic staff that are female 9 0 9 9
1.4 Number of faculty staff with PhD 13 0 13 13
Research Staff Statistics
2 Number of research staff 0 0
Students Statistics
3.1 Number of students 323 0 323 323
3.2 Number of students that are female 184 0 184 184
3.3 Number of bachelors/undergraduate students 298 0 298 298
3.4 Number of undergraduate students of international/overseas origin 0 0
3.5 Number of masters students 37 0 37 37
3.6 Number of masters students of international/overseas origin 0 0
3.7 Number of doctorate students 3 0 3 3
3.8 Number of doctorate students of international/overseas origin 0 0

Degrees Awarded
4.1 Number of undergraduate degrees awarded
4.2 Number of master’s degrees awarded
4.3 Number of doctorates awarded 0
Tuition Fees
5.1 Average annual tuition fees for an undergraduate program (BDT) 9000
5.2 Average annual tuition fees for an international undergraduate program (BDT) 17500
5.3 Average annual tuition fees for postgraduate programs – Master’s (BDT) 6000
5.4 Average annual tuition fees for postgraduate programs – PhD (BDT) 20000
5.5 Average annual tuition fees for international postgraduate programs (Master’s & PhD) – SAARC countries (USD) 500
5.6 Average annual tuition fees for international postgraduate programs (Master’s & PhD) – non-SAARC countries (USD) 1200
Exchange Student Statistics
6.1 Number of undergraduate exchange students – Inbound 0
6.2 Number of undergraduate exchange students – Outbound 0
6.3 Number of graduate/postgraduate exchange students - Inbound 0
6.4 Number of graduate/postgraduate exchange students - Outbound 0
Institutional Income
7.1 Research income 0
7.2 Research income from industry and commerce 0
Total (7.1 + 7.2)