Dr. Md. Kamal Uddin
Distinguished Academician

Dr. Md. Kamal Uddin

Dr. Md. Kamal Uddin Professor of International Relations University of Chittagong, Bangladesh

Dr. Md. Kamal Uddin is a distinguished Professor of International Relations at the University of Chittagong. He earned his PhD from the Department of Asian and International Studies at City University of Hong Kong and holds an Advanced Master’s degree in International Organizations from the University of Zurich, Switzerland.

He is a highly accomplished researcher, receiving the Research Excellence Award for three consecutive years (2022, 2023, and 2024), and was recognized as the Top Researcher of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Chittagong during the same period. Additionally, he was awarded the Best Research Article Award in 2023 and 2024 by the Research and Publication Cell of the University of Chittagong.

Earlier in his career, Dr. Kamal received the Early Career Researcher Scholarship in Southern Criminology (2017) from the Crime and Justice Centre, School of Justice, Queensland University of Technology.

His research has been widely published in reputable international journals, including Sustainable Development, Development Policy Review, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Local Environment, Policing, Current Sociology, and Human Rights Review.

Dr. Kamal’s research interests encompass human rights, policing and criminal justice, environmental politics and crimes, sustainable development, forced migration, refugee rights, and global South perspectives.

Contact Information: Email: kamalircu@yahoo.com

Email: kamalir@cu.ac.bd

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Academic Background

Doctoral Studies

Doctor of Philosophy in Asian and International Studies

City University of Hong Kong,China

PhD: Asian and International Studies

Master's Degree

Master of Advanced Studies- Law

University of Zurich, Switzerland, Zurich, Switzerland

Post Master's Certificate: Master of Law

Master's Degree

MSS in Political Science

University of Chittagong, Bangladesh

Master of Social Sciences: Political Science

Undergraduate

BSS In Political Science

University of Chittagong, Bangladesh

Bachelor of Social Sciences: Political Science

Professional Tenure

Pro Vice Chancellor (Administration)

University of Chittagong

2024 - Present

Professor

Dept. of International Relations, CU

2018 — Present

Chairman, Self-assessment Committee

Department of International Relations, CU

2016 — 2018

Advisor

Our Green Campus

2025 - Present

Vice President

Environment Human Rights Movement Bangladesh

Past

Chairperson, Governing body

Green Future School and College

Current

Areas of Expertise

Bridging the gap between theoretical economic models and practical policy implementation.

Human Rights & Criminal Justice

Focus on policing, justice systems, and protection of human rights in national and global contexts.

Global Environmental Politics & Sustainable Development

Research on environmental challenges, climate policy, and sustainable development from a Global South perspective.

International Relations & Migration Studies

Expertise in global governance, international organizations, and migration including refugee and forced displacement issues.

Educational Vision

"To foster critical thinking, ethical responsibility, and global awareness through interdisciplinary education and research. I aim to prepare students to address complex global challenges with knowledge, integrity, and compassion."

Dr. Md. Kamal Uddin