The International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) serves as a regional Institute for Training and Research in Population Studies for the ESCAP region. It was established in July 1956, till July 1970.

Diploma in Population Studies (DPS) Course (Distance Learning)

This course can be completed in a minimum period of one year, as well within a maximum period of three years.

Number of seats:

There are 50 seats available for admission to this course.

Eligibility criteria for admission:

Bachelor’s degree/ equivalent from any Indian/ foreign university
Documented qualification is essential for enrolling in the programme.

Selection criteria:

Selection of candidates for the course will be done by a selection committee duly constituted by the Director of the Institute.

Preference will be given to candidates having experience in population, Health and /or in allied areas.

Fee structure:

For Indian Students

Fee Amount (INR)
Course Fee 4000.00
Processing Fee 400.00
Contact Programme Fee 300.00
Examination Fee 300.00
Re-examination Fee 500.00

For Foreign Students

Fee Amount (US $)
Course Fee 1000.00
Processing Fee 25.00
Contact Programme Fee 50.00
Examination Fee 50.00
Re-examination Fee 50.00

Course Structure-

A. Preparatory Courses

Basic Concepts in Mathematics, Statistics, Computers and Social Sciences

B. Main Courses

Introduction to Population Studies
Fertility and Nuptiality
Mortality, Morbidity and Public Health
Migration, Spatial Distribution and Urbanization
Social Research Methodology
Population Policy, Programme Management and Evaluation of Family Planning Programme
Advanced Computer
Population Projections and Evaluation & Adjustment of Data
Population and Development
Gender Issues & Reproductive Health

C. Term Paper/ Area Study
D. Viva-voce

Contact details

International Institute for Population Sciences
Govandi Station Road, Near Govandi Station Over Bridge, Deonar, Govandi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400088 ‎
022 2556 3255 ‎

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