RAR Institute | Student Profile & Academic Development

Hafezur Rahman

Student Profile

Student Q&A

Q1. What is your full name, and how would you introduce yourself as a RAR Institute student?
Answer: My name is Hafezur Rahman, and I am a dedicated student at RAR Institute. I joined the institute with a strong motivation to develop my academic knowledge, research abilities, and understanding of community challenges. Through my studies, I am learning how to conduct research, analyze information, and develop practical, evidence-based approaches to real community issues. As a RAR Institute student, I aim to apply my education and research skills to contribute positively to my community and support the future development and empowerment of young people.

Q2. What is your Student ID, and which program are you currently studying at RAR Institute?
Answer: My Student ID is 523009, and I have been studying at RAR Institute since July 2024 in the Diploma in Academic Research Studies program. The program has helped me build academic knowledge and practical research skills, particularly in critical thinking, community analysis, information collection, and evidence-based decision-making.

Q3. What is your educational background before joining RAR Institute?
Answer: Before joining RAR Institute, I completed Class 10 at Kayaphuri Private School during the 2021–2022 academic year. I also studied through the Refugee Higher Education Access Program (RhEAP). These educational experiences helped me develop my communication, teaching, classroom management, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. They also strengthened my interest in education and encouraged me to pursue academic research more systematically.

Q4. When did you join RAR Institute, and what motivated you to begin your studies?
Answer: I joined RAR Institute in July 2024. I was motivated to strengthen my academic knowledge, reporting and writing abilities, research skills, teaching skills, and understanding of community challenges. I also wanted to develop my confidence, leadership abilities, and critical-thinking skills. Most importantly, I wanted to gain knowledge that I could apply in real-life situations and use education and research to make a credible and positive contribution to my community.

Q5. What were your academic knowledge, confidence, and skills like before joining RAR Institute?
Answer: Before joining RAR Institute, I had a basic level of academic knowledge, confidence, and research skills, but I recognized that I still had much to learn. I was interested in education and wanted to improve my research and learning abilities. After successfully passing the RAR Institute entrance examination, my confidence increased and I became more motivated to continue my academic research journey. Since joining RAR Institute, I have continued to improve my research skills, academic knowledge, publication skills, and critical-thinking abilities.

Q6. What challenges did you face when you first started your studies at RAR Institute?
Answer: When I first started studying at RAR Institute, one of my main challenges was attending classes regularly because of network and internet connectivity problems. Poor connections sometimes made it difficult to join online classes, listen clearly, communicate with instructors and classmates, and complete or submit assignments on time.

Q7. How have your academic confidence and participation developed since joining RAR Institute?
Answer: Since joining RAR Institute, my academic confidence has developed significantly. I have become more comfortable participating in classes, sharing my ideas, asking questions, and discussing academic topics with others. I also feel more confident completing assignments and expressing my opinions. The learning environment and regular academic activities have encouraged me to participate more actively and effectively.

Q8. What important knowledge and skills have you gained from the Diploma in Academic Research Studies?
Answer: Through the Diploma in Academic Research Studies, I have gained valuable knowledge and skills in research methodology, data collection, academic writing, literature review, academic sources, referencing, and critical thinking. I have also learned how to identify reliable information, understand research problems, and apply evidence to better understand community issues.

Q9. How has the Diploma program improved your understanding of research methodology and academic research?
Answer: The Diploma program has greatly improved my understanding of research methodology and academic research. I have learned about different research approaches, data collection methods, research questionnaires, source evaluation, and research processes. I now have a clearer understanding of how to plan, organize, conduct, and present research in a systematic academic manner.

Q10. How have your academic writing, referencing, critical thinking, and research skills developed?
Answer: My academic writing, referencing, critical-thinking, and research skills have gradually improved through my studies at RAR Institute. I have learned how to organize my ideas clearly, write academic responses, use appropriate sources, think critically, and evaluate information. Regular assignments and research activities have helped me develop these skills with greater confidence and accuracy.

Q11. How has your ability to search for, evaluate, and use academic sources improved?
Answer: My ability to search for, evaluate, and use academic sources has developed significantly. I have learned how to use appropriate keywords, assess credibility, identify reliable and relevant academic sources, and use evidence accurately in assignments and research projects. These skills have helped make my academic work more accurate, relevant, and understandable.

Q12. What have you learned through assignments, presentations, examinations, research projects, and classroom activities?
Answer: Through assignments, presentations, examinations, research projects, and classroom activities, I have learned how to research topics, analyze information, present my ideas clearly, and think critically. These activities have also strengthened my public-speaking, problem-solving, teamwork, and academic-writing skills.

Q13. How have RAR Institute instructors and designated course instructors supported and guided your academic development?
Answer: My RAR Institute professors, semester-based course instructors, and particularly Mr. Kaisayr, Sayama Shwe Yi, and Dr. Mohammed Hashiru have supported my academic development through teaching, constructive feedback, research guidance, and continuous encouragement. Their guidance has helped me develop my academic writing, critical thinking, research, presentation, and communication skills while becoming a more independent, responsible, and active learner.

Q14. Which instructor, course, lesson, or academic activity has had the greatest positive impact on your development, and why?
Answer: The lessons on research and academic source evaluation have had a particularly positive impact on my development at RAR Institute. They have helped me strengthen my research skills, academic knowledge, critical thinking, and confidence. I have learned how to identify reliable information, understand community challenges, and develop ideas based on evidence. These lessons have encouraged me to become a more responsible and confident student and to use research and education to contribute positively to my community.

Q15. How have your communication, presentation, public-speaking, teamwork, and leadership skills improved?
Answer: Since joining RAR Institute, my communication, public-speaking, teamwork, leadership, and presentation skills have improved significantly. I have become more confident in sharing my ideas and speaking in front of others. Through group activities and research work, I have learned to collaborate effectively, listen to others’ opinions, and take responsibility. These experiences have strengthened my confidence, teamwork, and leadership abilities.

Q16. What major academic achievement, milestone, or personal improvement have you experienced since joining RAR Institute?
Answer: One of my major areas of achievement and personal development has been the improvement of my academic research skills and confidence. I have learned how to search for reliable academic sources, think critically, evaluate information, and use research to understand community challenges. I have also become more confident in presenting my ideas and participating in academic research activities.

Q17. How has your education at RAR Institute influenced your future academic, career, and community goals?
Answer: My education at RAR Institute has provided me with valuable academic knowledge, confidence, and research skills for my future. It has motivated me to pursue higher levels of education and develop a career related to research, education, and community development.

Q18. Looking back from the day you joined RAR Institute until today, how would you describe your overall academic, personal, and professional development?
Answer: Since joining RAR Institute, I have made meaningful progress in my academic, personal, and professional development. I have strengthened my research, communication, critical-thinking, and presentation skills and have become more confident, motivated, and responsible in my learning. RAR Institute has helped me understand how education and research can be applied to identify community issues and support practical, evidence-based decisions. Overall, I feel better prepared for my future studies and for making meaningful contributions to my community.

Hafezur Rahman’s Journey at RAR Institute

“My journey at RAR Institute has been a continuous process of learning, growth, and self-development. Since joining in July 2024, I have strengthened my academic knowledge, research abilities, critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills. RAR Institute has given me opportunities to learn through research, assignments, presentations, and academic activities while encouraging me to understand community challenges more deeply. This journey has increased my confidence and motivated me to apply education and research in practical ways. I hope to continue developing my academic abilities and use the knowledge and skills I have gained to contribute positively to my community and support the future development of our youth.”