BRAC University, established in 2001, is located in Dhaka Bangladesh. BRAC University follows a liberal arts approach to education which nurtures fresh ideas and gives new impetus to the field of tertiary education. It ensures a high quality of education and aims to meet the demands of contemporary times. Building on BRAC's experience of seeking solutions to challenges posed by extreme poverty, BRAC University hopes to instill in its students a commitment to working towards national development and progress. The medium of instruction and examination at BRAC University is English. BRAC University is accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Ministry of Education, Government of Bangladesh.