International Institute for Population Sciences

About

The International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) is a distinguished 'Deemed University' under India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, renowned globally for its expertise in population studies and demography. It serves as a vital regional center for training and research in population sciences for the ESCAP region, attracting students and scholars from across Asia and the Pacific. All academic programs, including its strong M.A./M.Sc. in Population Studies and Ph.D. in Demography, are taught entirely in English, fostering an accessible environment for international students. IIPS is uniquely positioned to offer an interdisciplinary approach to understanding population dynamics, public health, and social statistics, providing a truly international and collaborative learning experience with dedicated support for its diverse student body. Its distinctive characteristic is its designation as the only institute of its kind in India with a regional mandate for population studies.

Background

The International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) is a training and research organization based in Govandi, Mumbai. It focuses on population studies for the ESCAP region and operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. IIPS is responsible to conduct key studies including the National Family Health Survey (NFHS), the evaluation of the National Rural Health Mission, and the Global Adult Tobacco Survey.

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