Online Master of Arts (MA) at IIPS is a two-year postgraduate program that offers a comprehensive knowledge of population studies, demography and other social sciences using a convenient online learning system.

The overall course length will be 2 years (24 months) and will consist of 4 semesters; each semester will be 2 academic years.

The overall cost of the Online MA course is INR 42,060. Nonetheless, it is recommended that a candidate confirm the current fee structure through the official IIPS site.

The candidate should possess a bachelor's degree (UG) offered by a reputable institution with a minimum of 50 percent marks in any stream.

The courses in the syllabus are quite diverse, including Introduction to Demography, Population and Development, Migration and Urbanisation, Gender and Reproductive Health, Public Health, Research Methodology, and many others.

Yes. The online mode enables the students to study at their convenience and speed, which is ideal in the case of working professionals who want to undertake their education and simultaneously handle other tasks.

Students will gain skills in management, analysis, research, and communication, as well as decision-making and time management skills necessary in the development of the profession and academics.

Graduates will be able to get a career in government agencies, NGOs, research institutions, international organizations, academia, journalism, policy analysis and consultancy.

Graduates will start their salaries at INR 2.5 to 12 LPA and work as Content Writers, Human Resource Executives, journalists, Public Relations Officers or Research Analysts based on job profile and experience.

The official IIPS site will provide all the necessary information, syllabus updates, and details of admission, which can be accessed here: https://www.iipsindia.ac.in/