Azim Premji University has invited applications from fresh and experienced graduates for its various Post Graduate Programmes.

The two-year full time Postgraduate Programmes (M.A. Education, M.A. Development and M.A. Public Policy & Governance) and One year Programme (LL.M. in Law and Development) aim to develop competent and committed professionals who can significantly contribute to the Indian education and social sector.

The University offers a unique learning experience with a curriculum of core courses that provide the foundation, more than 100 interdisciplinary / theme-based electives and flexibility to design your own course through the ÂIndependent study option, a press release issued by the University said.

Integrated field practice at the University is a unique learning experience with `practicums every week, longer exposure visits, field research, internships opportunities and independent field projects. Apart from these, courses in art and craft, music, cinema, literature etc. and other learning opportunities through workshops, seminars, guest lectures and events are organised in the campus, the press release said.

The University has an explicit commitment towards supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds, based on parental education, income, caste, and gender.  It provides extensive financial assistance for deserving students through full and part scholarships.
S. Giridhar, Chief Operating Officer, Azim Premji University said, ÂGiven our clear social purpose, it is heartening to see that almost all our graduates chose to work in the education and development sector, many of them in rural areas. They have taken the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to social change on the ground.Â

Students can apply online on the University website. Applicants will be shortlisted based on a written test and personal interview. The final date for applications for the Postgraduate & LL.M. programmes is Jan 26, 2018 with the test scheduled in 30 centers across India on Feb 10, 2018 and interviews in Mar 2018.

The five postgraduate programme batches that have graduated have seen excellent campus placement. Close to 90 organisations visit the campus every year. Dedicated campus placement cell facilitates these career opportunities.