Master’s in Science and Technology Policy Studies
The Master’s Program in Science and Technology Policy Studies (STPS) is a two-year, interdisciplinary program designed to equip students with the intellectual depth and practical skills required to navigate the evolving relationship between science, technology, and public policy. In a world shaped by artificial intelligence, biotechnology, climate change, and global governance systems, the program prepares students to critically understand and influence how technological advancements are designed, regulated, and deployed.
The curriculum uniquely integrates philosophy, history, governance, and economics to provide a holistic understanding of science and technology as both knowledge systems and instruments of societal transformation. Drawing from Indian and Asian knowledge traditions alongside contemporary global frameworks, the program offers a distinct perspective on innovation, ethics, and policy-making.
With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, research, internships, and field engagement, students gain hands-on exposure to real-world policy challenges and develop the ability to design inclusive, responsible, and future-ready governance frameworks.
Program Objectives :
- Develop interdisciplinary expertise in science and technology policy, integrating insights from philosophy, history, economics, and governance.
- Build policy design and analytical capabilities to evaluate and shape regulations around emerging technologies such as AI, biotechnology, and climate systems.
- Cultivate ethical and critical thinking to assess the societal, environmental, and cultural implications of scientific advancement.
- Enable global policy engagement, equipping students to participate in international negotiations, regulatory frameworks, and multilateral institutions.
- Strengthen research and evidence-based decision-making skills through rigorous academic training and applied projects.
- Promote inclusive and sustainable innovation, aligning technological progress with social justice, ecological balance, and long-term human well-being.
- Bridge knowledge systems, combining civilizational perspectives with contemporary global policy debates.
Career Pathways
Graduates of the program are well-positioned for roles across:
- Government and public policy institutions.
- International organizations and multilateral agencies.
- Think tanks and research organizations.
- Sustainability and ESG consulting.
- Technology policy and regulatory roles in the private sector .