MASTER OF SCIENCE (SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE AND PRACTICE)

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MASTER OF SCIENCE (CLIMATE CHANGE SCIENCE AND PRACTICE)

The MCCSP is a two-year, full-time, interdisciplinary programme that grounds the study of climate change in broader climate science, and explores climate action as a transition process towards more inclusive societies and settlements. Know more, click Here

MASTER OF SCIENCE (URBAN ECONOMIC AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT)

The MUEID is a two-year, full-time, interdisciplinary programme that grounds economic and infrastructure development in wider urban and peri-urban systems, enabling learners to reframe them as critical transitions, towards building cities that are more inclusive, sustainable, and just. Read More

MASTER OF ARTS (HUMAN DEVELOPMENT POLICY AND PRACTICE)

The Master’s Programme in Human Development Policy and Practice will focus on understanding, assessing, and acting on the challenges of social and economic transformation, while covering the following themes from the point of view of human development:

• Urban poverty and vulnerability
• Livelihoods and decent work
• Social protection
• Affordable housing
• Urban health and education
• Community development
• Inclusive urban cultures
• Care infrastructure
• Climate change, inequality, and vulnerability

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MASTER OF ARTS (URBAN STUDIES AND PRACTICE)

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CAREER TRAJECTORIES FOR THE MASTER’S PROGRAMMES
Graduates of the Master’s Programmes will have a wide range of career options in:
• Private and consulting firms
• Entrepreneurship
• Government and public sector
• Development sector
• Academia

PhD IN URBAN STUDIES AND PRACTICE

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Mode Of Program

Full Time

Key Benefits

Eligibility

Admission to Doctoral Programme

• Applicants must have completed a Master’s programme from a recognised university by the time of admission. The applicant must have achieved at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale in their Master’s programme.

Admission to Master’s Programmes

• Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in any subject or discipline.
• Their age should not exceed 35 years as of the start of the programme.
• Applicants must have basic proficiency in reading, writing, and comprehending English. The University provides assistance in English writing for learners with limited ability.
• Applicants will be selected on merit, based on their scores in the Entrance examination conducted by the University, along with written essays, and interview.
• The University uses a weighted Diversity Points system to support an inclusive and diverse classroom. This process will be fair and transparent.

 For more details, refer to the University Prospectus.

Selection Criteria

Doctoral Programme
Admission Process for the year 2025-26
The admissions process for the University’s Doctoral Programme consists of a written application for all applicants, and an online entrance exam and in-person interview for shortlisted applicants. For more details, refer to the Prospectus.

Written application: Complete the online application form and upload the required documents. The form includes the following:

• Personal and professional details
• A writing sample (mandatory)
• List of up to three published pieces (optional)
• Choice of supervisor
• Contact details of two referees

Stage 1: Entrance Exam
To be held online on 29 June 2025, the exam includes the following. All responses will be anonymised for review.

• Multiple choice questions (general logic, reading comprehension, and thematic knowledge)
• Questions on thematic areas and on research methods
• Research proposal (a short description of the proposed doctoral research)
• An intellectual statement (a description of motivation and preparation to pursue a Doctoral degree)

Stage 2: Interview

• On the basis of the written entrance exam, shortlisted applicants will be invited to an in-person interview at IIHS, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru. 
• Applicants must ensure that referees submit their recommendation letters before the interview.

Admission

• Final selection will be based on combined scores from the written exam and interview. A minimum of 40% is required to be considered.
• Admission offers will be made after supporting documentation and transcripts have been verified, and other administrative requirements and checks are completed.

Master’s Programmes
Admission Process for the year 2025-26
Admissions to the University’s Master’s programmes follows a two-stage process, combining an entrance exam, written submissions, and an interview. For more details, please refer to the Prospectus.

Register and apply online: Submit the application form, with personal details, a Statement of Motivation, an essay, and a sample of work (optional). You may apply for up to two Master’s programmes, with first priority clearly indicated.

Stage 1: Entrance Exam

• Entrance exam: Complete a two-part online exam, to be held on 23 June 2025. You must score at least 40% overall to qualify for Stage 2.
  • General: Reading comprehension, basic math and logical reasoning
  • Advanced: Knowledge-based questions across themes of the Master’s programmes
• Diversity Points: Recognising the value of an inclusive and diverse classroom across various socio-economic categories, the University will follow a weighted Diversity Points system in the admission process.

Stage 2: Essay Evaluation and Interviews
Candidates will be shortlisted based on entrance exam scores and diversity points. Only shortlisted applicants move to Stage 2.

• Essay assessment: Shortlisted applicants’ written essays (submitted with the application form) will be assessed and graded. All responses will be anonymised for review.
• Online interview: Shortlisted applicants are required to appear for a 30-minute online interview.

A minimum combined score of 40% from the essay and interview is required.

Admission and Financial Assistance

• The final selection of applicants will be based on cumulative scores from Stages 1 and 2.
• Admission offers will be made in two rounds via email and on the application portal: First List and Waitlist.
• Admitted candidates must confirm and pay a refundable Admission Deposit of INR 5,000
• Self-attested documents must be submitted and verified to complete admission; no original documents will be retained.
• Shortlisted candidates can apply for financial assistance via the admissions portal. Applications for financial assistance will be evaluated only for selected candidates, after an offer of admission is made.

For more details, refer to the University Prospectus. Connect with the Admissions Team at IIHS. Call +91 99012 55788 / +91 96325 20741 or send email at [email protected]

Fee Structure

What is the fee for the Master’s programmes?

• All fee details and other charges will be mentioned in the Prospectus for 2026. Details about financial assistance will also be provided in the Prospectus.

1. All Master’s Programmes are full-time residential programmes. It is mandatory for students, including those based in Bengaluru, to stay in the accommodation provided by the University. The University believes that this is important for effective learning, peer interactions, and community-building.
2. Fees collected for food covers only lunch which is provided by the University from Monday to Friday on teaching days. All other meals during the week and on weekends will need to be borne additionally by the students.
3. Medical Insurance for hospitalisation will be provided by the University without any cost to students. Out-ofhospital medical expenses such as doctor consultation fees, tests, and medicines are to be borne by students.
4. Fees collected for Exposure visits shall be utilised by the University at cost to organise intercity exposure visits (including travel and stay) for students in line with the curriculum.
5. Fees collected for Practica will be used to facilitate field visits by students.
6. Damage caused to University property (including accommodation) due to student’s negligence or attributable to the student will be recovered from the Institutional Caution Deposit.
7. Students are expected to bring their own laptops.
8. The above fees are exclusive of any additional charges, including penalties and fines levied under University rules; fees for readmission; fees for revaluation and retaking examinations; stationery, printing and other consumables. Such costs and penalties must be borne by the student separately.

The University does not collect donation or capitation fee in whatever nomenclature or form, either directly or indirectly.

How To Apply

Application timelines will be announced later. If you are interested in applying and want us to inform you when the application portal opens, please express your interest now, visit www.iihs.ac.in/express-your-interest/

Important Dates To Remember

Application timelines will be announced later. If you are interested in applying and want us to inform you when the application portal opens, please fill this form.

For more details, Connect with the Admissions Team at IIHS or visit https://www.iihs.ac.in/contact/ or express your interest now, fill the form, www.iihs.ac.in/express-your-interest/

When & Where

Address : IIHS, Sadashivanagar Campus, No. 197/36, 2nd Main Road, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru 560 080
City : Bengaluru
State : Karnataka
Country : India