BRS+MRS is a five-year integrated programme that combines undergraduate and postgraduate study in Rural Studies, so both qualifications are completed together rather than as two separate courses.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Final Degree | Integrated Master of Rural Studies |
| Duration | 5 years |
| Eligibility | 10+2 in any stream |
| Entrance Route | University-specific entrance test or merit list; offered at a limited number of institutions |
Why students choose the integrated route
Instead of completing a bachelor's degree first and then applying separately for a Master's, this route finishes both qualifications in one continuous programme, saving a year compared to doing a separate 3-year BA and 2-year MA.
What you will study
- Core concepts and foundational theory in Rural Studies
- Research methods and analytical techniques
- Applied and contemporary issues in Rural Studies