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General Education courses build communication and critical thinking skills across the arts and humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. Talk to us about the courses and the people who teach them.
Department of General Education
General Education plays a vital role in developing well-rounded individuals by broadening their intellectual horizons, strengthening critical thinking, and fostering social awareness. The Department of General Education (GED) at Sonargaon University (SU) brings together diverse disciplines, including English, Economics, History, Sociology, and other areas of the humanities and social sciences. The department aims to equip students with essential knowledge, communication skills, analytical abilities, and ethical values that complement their specialized academic studies and prepare them to meet the challenges of an increasingly interconnected world.
The Department of General Education offers a multidisciplinary learning experience designed to support students across various academic programs. Its curriculum emphasizes effective communication, critical and creative thinking, economic and social awareness, historical understanding, and cultural sensitivity. Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical applications, the department encourages students to connect academic knowledge with real-life situations, understand diverse perspectives, and develop the competencies required for academic, professional, and personal success. By promoting lifelong learning, responsible citizenship, and intellectual growth, the department is committed to preparing graduates who can contribute meaningfully to their professions, communities, and society at large.
The department belongs to the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. Its Coordinator is Moyenul Hasan.