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    Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
    EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

    Course Overview

    The Statistics and R Online Course is centered around the basic principles of R programming language in connection with statistical concepts. The course will enable students to understand different statistical and visualization techniques. It will also help them understand the usage of the R programming language for analysing data and conducting research.

    The Statistics and R Certification Syllabus are prepared under the guidance of genius minds including biologists from Harvard and from around the world who are dealing with genomic technology and scientific hypotheses. The course is instructed by Rafael Irizarry and Michael Love, Harvard University. The course would help students in achieving certification in data science with R programming.

    The Statistics and R Training Course offered on the edX portal is a self-paced course taught over 4 weeks. The course will be delivered through online course materials and assessed through graded assignments and exams. After the successful completion of the course, learners will be rewarded with a shareable certificate if they have opted for the verified track. They can also join the programme free of cost and access the course materials for a limited duration. 

    The Highlights

    • Shareable certificate upon completion
    • Self-paced course 
    • 4 weeks duration
    • 2 to 4 hours weekly study
    • English medium
    • Online course materials
    • Graded assignments and exams
    • Knowledge of R programming language

    Programme Offerings

    • Shareable Certificate upon completion
    • Self-paced Course
    • 4 Weeks Duration
    • 2 to 4 Hours Weekly Study
    • English medium
    • Online course material
    • Graded Assignments and Exams

    Courses and Certificate Fees

    Fees InformationsCertificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
    USD 219yesHarvard University, Cambridge

    Statistics and R Course Fee Structure

    Course

    Amount

    Certificate fees

    $ 219


    What you will learn

    Statistical skillsKnowledge of Data VisualizationData science knowledgeR Programming

    After learning the Statistics and R Course, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:

    • Random variables
    • Distributions
    • Inference: p-values and confidence intervals
    • Exploratory data analysis
    • Non-parametric statistics

    Admission Details

    Given below are the steps to enroll in Statistics and R Certification Course:

    Step 1: Click on the URL given below -

    https://www.edx.org/learn/r-programming/harvard-university-statistics-and-r

    Step 2: Click on the enroll option in the course description.

    Step 3: A new tab will open and will ask you to create a new account by listing your name, email id and password.

    Step 4: Once your account is created you can choose the course name and enroll.

    Instructors

    Harvard University, Cambridge Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: In how many weeks can I complete the Statistics and R course?

    The learners can complete the course within a duration of 4 weeks in total.

    2: Will the Statistics and R Certification offer jobs through placement?

    No, the Statistics and R Course does not assist students with placement opportunities.

    3: Will I get the study materials if I enroll in the free version of the course?

    Yes, all students who enroll in the free version of the course will get limited access to the study materials. However, they will not be able to attend the assignments and exams and obtain the certificate.

    4: How many hours should I spend every week on the Statistics and R Online Course?

    Students are requested to spend about 2 to 4 hours every day to finish the Statistics and R Course.

    5: Will the students get a certificate after the end of the course?

    Yes, all students who enroll in the paid version of the course can obtain the certificate after completing the course assessment.

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