Discipline	Computer Science
Program Level	Post Graduate (PG)
Qualification	Master of Science (M.Sc)
Total Seats	30
Program Duration(in Months)	24
Classroom Hours
Examination/Course Pattern	semester
Program Description	Societies everywhere are grappling with rapid transitions to digital modes of living. Even as digital tools are heralded for making life easy, they can also throw up a range of complexities that demand competence in understanding the social lives of technology and the bearing they have on our everyday life. The proliferation of the digital as a ubiquitous part of our routine has also created an urgent need for nuanced discussions that account for both social and the technical dimension of a digital society. Recognizing the need for professionals that can serve the demands of society's digital needs and disruptions, IIIT Bangalore invites applications for a two-year, full-time, interdisciplinary, Master’s degree in Digital Society, open to graduates from any discipline. The programme is designed to create a group of professionals who will: Contribute to the design, development and deployment of digital technologies for diverse social groups; Provide and manage solutions that address persistent challenges in domains such as finance, education, governance, health and entertainment; Engage in policy making and advocacy for deploying digital technologies; and Enrich interdisciplinary research on the digital society.
Admission & entry requirements	An under-graduate degree (of at least 3 years duration) in any discipline (including arts, science, commerce, design, management, law, engineering etc.) with a first division/class from a recognised University. Those expecting to graduate by 1st August 2020 may also apply. The candidates who have a valid score in CAT 2019, CEED 2020, CUCET 2020 or TISS NET 2020 may be exempted from appearing for a written test at IIIT Bangalore.