The upcoming R training program starts from June 22, 2025
The Institute of Statistical Research and Training (ISRT), University of Dhaka, is the leading institution for training and research in Applied Statistics and Data Science in Bangladesh. It was founded in 1964 by the Late National Professor Dr. Qazi Motahar Husain, an eminent scientist, academician, and a leading proponent of the statistical sciences in this country.
After successfully conducting five training programs on R, ISRT is now organizing its sixth on-campus R for Applied Statistics and Data Science program starting June 22, 2025. The deadline for registration is June 15, 2025.
Program Flyer
Structure
- On campus (in-person) training
- Total classes: 10
- Number of seats: 40
- Batch-1: Weekday Batch
- Days: Sunday-Tuesday-Thursday
- Time: 6.00 PM to 9.00 PM
- Three classes per week
- Batch-2: Weekend Batch
- Day: Friday
- Time: 3.00 PM to 9.15 PM
- Two classes per week.
Special Features
- Theoretical Knowledge Building
- Practical Problem-Solving Sessions
Registration Fees
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Professionals: Tk. 12,000/=
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Students (up to Master’s level): Tk. 10,000/=
Discount for DU Affiliates
Current DU students, faculty members, and MPhil/PhD students of the University of Dhaka will receive a 1000 BDT discount on the registration fee and pay Tk. 11,000 (Professionals), 9000 (Students).
To be considered a “student,” a copy of a valid student ID must be submitted with the application form.
Payment Methods
Payment can be made by cash, cheque, or Nagad/bKash (mobile no: +8801777837643).
Total amounts to be paid are:
- Professionals: Nagad/bKash: Tk. 12,000
- DU Faculty/MPhil/PhD Students: Nagad/bKash: Tk. 11,000
- Students: Nagad/bKash: Tk. 10,000
- DU Honors and Master’s Students: Nagad/bkash: Tk. 9,000
Note: Nagad payments are preferred. Please make mobile payments between 9 AM and 10 PM.
Requirements
- Participants should have a background in science/biological science/social science/commerce/medical science/engineering and some knowledge of computer fundamentals
- Participants can be professionals or students (up to master’s level).
- Participants must attend a minimum of 8 classes out of a total of 10 classes to obtain a certificate
Steps for Registration
Step 1: Payment
Pay the registration fee by cash or cheque in person, or via Nagad/bKash (mobile no: +8801777837643).
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Use the format “Your Name – R” in the payment reference.
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After payment, call the provided number to confirm receipt.
Step 2: Fill Out Documents
Fill out the Google form (Preferred): Google Form for Admission
NB: If you have completed the Google form, your registration is done. A formal email will be sent confirming your registration in a few days.
For offline/in-person admission:
Download and complete the following:
Step 3: Submit Documents
Submit the signed registration form and money receipt either:
- By email to: mahmud@isrt.ac.bd
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In-person to Mr. Md Mahmudur Rahman, Senior Administrative Officer, ISRT Office.
Important:
If applying as a student, you must also submit a copy of your current student ID card (either in person or as an email attachment). A counter-signed copy of the money receipt will be returned to you upon verification.
Note that you will start receiving the class routine and other updates from the course coordinator after June 15, 2025.
Contact
For admission-related information, you are requested to contact the following person by June 19, 2025, from 10:00 am – 4.30 pm (Saturday to Thursday).
- Md Mahmudur Rahman, Senior Administrative Officer, ISRT, University of Dhaka. Room No. 109, ISRT Building, Phone: +880-2-9661920- 73 Ex 8282 (Office), Mobile: +8801717218238, Email: mahmud@isrt.ac.bd
What is R?
R is a programming language and free software environment for statistical computing and graphics. The R language is widely used among statisticians and researchers in other fields for data analysis and developing statistical software. R is easily extensible through functions and extensions, and the R community is noted for its active contributions in terms of packages.
Why should you learn R?
- R is the lingua franca of data science. To master the three core areas of data science- data manipulation, data visualization, and machine learning- R provides an integrated suite of software facilities.
- R is easy to learn and understand, and can be operated from any operating system.
- R is a free and open-source software, enabling every user to create specialized packages according to their needs.
- R is one of the most popular programming languages, according to a recent survey conducted by O’Reilly Media in 2021.
- According to the latest rankings by Redmonk, R is placed at 12th, the highest of any statistical programming language.
- R is the tool of choice for data scientists in big companies like Facebook, Google, Microsoft, and also very popular among academicians and researchers.
Why should you choose ISRT to learn R?
- ISRT is the pioneer of using R in academics in Bangladesh. Faculty members and students have been using R for more than 20 years.
- Most of the faculty members are highly skilled and competent in using R. Many of them have experience in developing several R packages.
- ISRT has been teaching R to its students since the inception of its bachelor’s program in Applied Statistics.
- ISRT boasts in producing many graduates having expertise in using R over the years, who are successfully employed in many leading industries across the globe.
What are the learning outcomes of the program?
The training program offers comprehensive content designed for researchers, educators and students of diverse backgrounds who have limited knowledge in statistical data analyses, but are enthusiastic to earn competency in learning the computational science of data using R.
The curriculum of this training has been developed to provide-
- basic R programming skills (writing functions, loops, conditions, etc)
- feel more familiar with the R interface and language
- skills to handle any form of data
- basic statistical knowledge is required for analyzing data and creating lucrative graphs
- perform all conventional statistical models and analysis tests
- hands-on experience in solving problems related to real-life data
Cancellations
You can cancel your booking up to seven working days before the registration deadline for a full refund, but please give us a notice as early as possible. Places cancelled or changed after this point will not be eligible for a refund. Please send all cancellation requests to mmansur@isrt.ac.bd.
Coordination Team
Dr. Mohaimen Mansur
Md. Rasel Biswas
Priom Saha
