About Department
The Department of Earth and Space Sciences is dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of astrophysics, geology, planetary geosciences, atmospheric sciences, remote sensing, and geoinformatics. The department integrates theoretical, observational, and computational approaches to research in these domains. The department offers robust academic programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, fostering a vibrant learning environment that prepares students for careers in academia and industry, including the space start-up sector. Read more
Academic Programmes
M. Tech. in Earth System Science (Dual Degree)
In the Dual Degree programme the student receives a B.Tech.degree in Engineering Physics and Master of Science / Master of Technology in one of the following four streams at the end of ten semest
Master of Science in Astronomy & Astrophysics (Dual Degree)
The Master of Science in Astronomy and Astrophysics is a two-year program offered to both dual degree students and those seeking direct admission to the post-graduate program at IIST.
M. Tech. in Geoinformatics
The M.Tech in Geoinformatics program at IIST, Thiruvananthapuram, is a rigorous two-year postgraduate course that equips students with a strong foundation in remote sensing, GIS, image processing
