Applications are invited for admission to M.A./M.Sc. in Population Science during the academic session 2010-2011 to commence from August 2010:
MASTER OF ARTS/MASTER OF 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.
Duration: Two years (Full-time)
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 and Interview : July 23, 2010
Commencement of Course : August 9, 2010
Reservation: Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/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 June 29, 2010. The form may also be downloaded by CLICKING HERE.
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/ST and PH 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 June 30, 2010. 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
February 19, 2010 DIRECTOR & SR. PROFESSOR |
