M.A./M.Sc. Programme in Population Studies at IIPS
- International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) -
The Institute announces launching of a two-year M.A./M.Sc. Programme in Population Studies commencing from August 2009.
Applications are invited for admission to M.A. /M.Sc. in Population Science being newly introduced by the Institute during the academic session 2009-2010 to commence from August 2009:
MASTER OF ARTS/SCIENCE in POPULATION STUDIES
No. of Seats: 20 Seats including foreign students.
Eligibility: Candidates with a Bachelor's degree from recognized universities in India or abroad will be eligible for admission
to the above programme. Preference shall be given to candidates holding a bachelors degree in one of the following subjects, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Geography and Anthropology, Rural Development & Political Science. In addition to the above subjects, applications from non-social science background having experience in population and health related field shall also be considered for admission.
Fellowship/Sponsorship: The study for entire duration must be self-sponsored by the candidates. Eligible officials can also
be sponsored by the government departments, research institutions, universities, medical colleges and non-govt. agencies to
be considered for admission.
Selection Criteria: The selection will be made on the basis of a written test, personal interview and past academic records. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test and interview. Shortlisted candidates appearing for admission test are not entitled to claim any TA/DA.
Written Test/Interview : August 3 and 4, 2009
Commencement of Course : August 10, 2009
Reservation: Reservation for OBC/SC/ST/PH candidates will be considered as per the Government of India norms.
Eligible foreign students can also apply for admission provided they secure financial support
from any outside agency. Those desirous of seeking more information can visit our website
http://www.iipsindia.org
Availability of Application Form: Prescribed application form and information can be obtained from the
Assistant Registrar (Academic),
International Institute for Population Sciences,
Deonar, Mumbai-400 088
in person or by sending a self addressed Rs.25/- stamped envelope (25cm x 12cm) on or before July 15, 2009.
For downloading the application form, please click here (PDF).
The completed application form along with necessary enclosures (including e-mail ID & telephone number) and a non-refundable
processing fee of Rs. 400/- (exempted for SC and ST candidates) by Demand Draft, drawn from any nationalised Bank in favour of
the Director, IIPS, Mumbai should reach the Assistant Registrar (Academic) on or before July 15, 2009.
The processing fee may also be paid by cash at the cash counter and the cash receipt should be attached along with the completed application set.
Mumbai,
May 28, 2009.
DIRECTOR
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