Institute of Education and Research


The Institute of Education and Research, University of Dhaka,, is the oldest and biggest institution for the study of Education in Bangladesh. The institute of Education and Research was established as the first institute of the University of Dhaka with the technical and financial assistance of United States Agency for International Development. It is run by the Second Statute Under President's Order of 1973 and governed by a separate Board of Governors headed by the Vice-Chancellor of the University.u

Bachelor of Education (Honors) Program

In the mid-nineties IER felt the necessity of preparing specialized manpower for different sectors of Education. With a view to proving solid foundation required for such specialization, a 3-year Bachelor of Education program was introduced from the session 1994–95. Keeping pace with the duration of undergraduate programs of other disciplines of the University, IER extended the duration of Bachelor of Education program from 3 years to 4 years.

Departments of IER

With the aim of preparing competent for different specialized areas of education, IER has reconstructed its departments. Now M.Ed, M.Phil and Ph.D programs are offered under the following ten departments.
IER offers the following teaching programs leading to Diploma/Degree in Education
IER publishes a journal under the title "Teacher's World" bi-yearly. The journal provides an opportunity to publish research and creative articles by the faculty members and other professionals.

Notable alumni