Established in 2008, IISER Thiruvananthapuram is an autonomous public research university for science education and research, an Institution of National Importance, located in Kerala.
Address: Maruthamala PO, Vithura, 695551 Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Chemistry, Data Analytics, Ecology and Sustainability, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physics
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
Focus on high-quality education in basic sciences with a strong research component. Offers integrated BS-MS programs. Located in a scenic, albeit remote, campus.
Research:
Research in fundamental sciences including biology (ecology, evolution), chemistry (materials, organic), physics (condensed matter, optics), and mathematics.
Famous Alumnis:
N/A
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
250
Current students***:
1500
Foreign students***:
1%
Cumulative former students***:
N/A
Pros
Strong focus on basic sciences and research, integrated master’s programs, located in a region with rich biodiversity.
Cons
Campus is located in a relatively remote area, newer institution still growing its research programs.
Best For
Students with a strong inclination towards research in basic sciences, seeking an integrated BS-MS program in a focused science education institute.
- Biodiversity, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Mathematics, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Practices
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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