Student review [#101481] for Computer Science and Engineering
at Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology - CUET

Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET) is one of the major public engineering universities in Bangladesh and has a strong reputation as an engineering institution. However, my personal experience as a Computer Science student was deeply disappointing.

The campus itself is beautiful, peaceful, and close to nature. Being far from the city gives it a calm environment, away from noise and pollution. During rain or quiet evenings, the campus could feel genuinely beautiful. But the remote location also created serious disadvantages. Students had very limited access to earning opportunities, tutoring, city facilities, and professional exposure.

During my time, one of the biggest problems was the lack of proper internet access. As a Computer Science student, this was extremely damaging. There was no proper Wi-Fi or easy broadband access, which made it very difficult to learn programming, watch tutorials, explore online courses, or solve coding problems independently. For an engineering university, especially for CSE students, this was a major failure.

The academic experience was also frustrating. Many courses felt outdated and disconnected from modern industry needs. Instead of focusing enough on practical programming, software development, systems, problem-solving, and modern technology, the curriculum often felt old-fashioned and overly theoretical. Some topics may have academic value, but the way they were taught did not prepare students properly for real-world careers.

The quality of teaching was another major concern. There were a few decent and respectful teachers who tried their best, and I genuinely respect them. But many others seemed uninterested, outdated, and disconnected from students’ learning needs. Classes were often uninspiring, and there was very little mentorship, guidance, or practical support for students who wanted to grow.

Student life was also affected by political unrest and administrative issues. Hall closures, clashes, and instability disrupted the academic environment and wasted valuable time. For me, the environment gradually killed motivation instead of building it.

Looking back, I feel that those years held me back. After leaving CUET and returning to Dhaka, I was able to learn, work, earn, take online courses, improve my skills, and grow much faster because the environment and resources were finally available. That contrast made me realize how much CUET’s environment had limited my development.

To be fair, things may have improved now. New buildings, better internet, and better facilities may have been introduced after my time. But based on my own experience, CUET had a beautiful campus but failed to provide the academic, technical, and professional environment that a Computer Science student truly needed.

I would recommend CUET only if the student is extremely self-driven and can create their own learning path despite institutional limitations. The university has potential, but during my time, that potential was not properly delivered.