A UK-based tech institute introduces a global learning model, offering Bangladeshi youth cutting-edge training in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
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| UK tech leaders bring world-class AI and cybersecurity training to Bangladesh, preparing youth for global tech careers. Image: Supplied |
London, UK — July 6, 2025:
As Bangladesh continues its push toward a digitally empowered economy under the Smart Bangladesh Vision 2041, the question of how to equip its workforce with advanced skills in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and emerging technologies has become increasingly urgent. One educational model drawing international attention for its practical, employer-integrated approach is that of the London School of Emerging Technology (LSET), a UK-based institute focused on preparing students for future technology careers.
Though not officially partnered with any Bangladeshi institutions at this time, LSET’s programs and flexible work-integrated learning model appear well aligned with the evolving priorities of Bangladesh’s digital strategy.
Bangladesh’s Growing Need for High-Level Tech Skills
Bangladesh’s ICT sector has grown rapidly over the past decade, with IT exports reaching nearly $2 billion in FY2023 and a government target of $5 billion by 2025. Yet despite strong progress in software services and freelancing, the country faces a shortage of professionals trained in specialised areas like AI and cybersecurity.
According to the Bangladesh ICT Skills Demand Survey (2022), over 60% of employers report difficulty finding AI talent, while demand for cybersecurity experts continues to rise in response to increasing cyberattacks on financial institutions, telecom networks, and government services.
The Bangladesh e-Government Computer Incident Response Team (BGD e-Gov CIRT) has warned of a critical gap in local cybersecurity expertise, underscoring the need for advanced technical training that goes beyond theory.
LSET’s Hands-On Learning Model
LSET’s curriculum is based on a “Work-Integrated Learning” (LWIL) model that allows students to simultaneously study and gain hands-on experience through internship placements. Its courses in AI, cybersecurity, software engineering, and data science are designed to provide both technical proficiency and workplace readiness.
While primarily catering to students in the UK and Europe, LSET has made its programs accessible globally via online delivery, making it a potential option for Bangladeshi learners seeking international exposure without the cost of long-term relocation.
Students who qualify may also benefit from access to the UK Government’s Authorised Exchange (GAE) scheme, facilitated through third-party partners, which allows for short-term professional experiences in the UK under cultural and educational exchange parameters.
Cybersecurity in Focus
Bangladesh faces an estimated $100 million in annual losses due to cybercrime, and there have been repeated calls for investment in domestic cybersecurity capacity. LSET’s Cybersecurity Program focuses on real-world application: learners train with penetration testing tools, simulate red team vs blue team scenarios, and build skills in ethical hacking and incident response.
Such applied learning models could prove valuable to Bangladeshi professionals or students interested in strengthening the country’s digital defences or pursuing careers in sectors like banking, telecom, or national infrastructure.
Building AI Talent Aligned with National Goals
Bangladesh has identified AI, machine learning, and robotics as strategic areas in its Smart Bangladesh Vision 2041. Pilot projects in agriculture automation, disaster prediction, and smart traffic management are already underway. However, many of these rely on foreign solutions due to a shortage of domestic AI engineers.
LSET’s AI and Machine Learning programs offer hands-on exposure to neural networks, computer vision, and natural language processing (NLP), all taught through real-world case studies. The training aims to equip learners to build practical AI systems, skills that could be used to address local challenges such as healthcare access, education delivery, or flood prediction, if applied in the Bangladeshi context.
Supporting Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Bangladesh’s startup ecosystem is growing, with more than $100 million in venture capital invested since 2021. Yet young founders often lack the structured support needed to move from idea to product.
To help address this gap globally, LSET offers an Innovation Lab, Startup Incubator, and Accelerator, where aspiring entrepreneurs can receive mentorship, prototype support, pitch coaching, and exposure to investors. These programs are open to international applicants and could offer opportunities to Bangladeshi innovators looking to refine their solutions for both local and global markets.
Reaching Learners Beyond Major Cities
One of the key barriers to tech education in Bangladesh is access, particularly for students outside urban centres or from disadvantaged backgrounds. LSET’s hybrid delivery model, combining remote, modular, and self-paced learning, could offer a flexible route for learners across smaller towns and rural areas, including women and working professionals seeking upskilling.
While LSET is not currently operating in Bangladesh or affiliated with local training centres, its model presents a potential blueprint for what scalable, outcome-driven tech education could look like.
A Global Network of Learners and Innovators
LSET emphasizes building global competence among its graduates, many of whom join international companies or launch startups. The exposure to cross-border collaboration, mentorship, and employment pathways is positioned as one of its key differentiators.
As Bangladesh looks to integrate more of its youth into the global digital economy, such educational networks could be one piece of the larger puzzle, provided that pathways for participation are made accessible and affordable.
A Model Worth Exploring
With the government’s commitment to initiatives like Digital Bangladesh, the Smart Bangladesh Master Plan, and Startup Bangladesh Limited, there is growing openness to international collaboration and educational innovation.
Though LSET currently operates independently, its work-integrated and project-based learning model could offer insights, or future partnership opportunities, for policymakers and education providers seeking to bridge the digital skills gap in Bangladesh.
For more details visit https://lset.uk