The five interdisciplinary Schools at IIHS are designed to break from the constraints and silos of the traditional one-department, one-discipline model, with each one dedicated to a distinct transformative theme.
The Schools provide clear pathways to meaningful impact by drawing from the rich traditions of multiple disciplines, while embracing innovative, cross-sectoral, and interdisciplinary approaches. Their common objective is to lay the foundation for knowledge creation, education, and applied research with a focus on India and the Global South. They employ advanced strategies to explore and tackle urban challenges and nurture collaborations. These initiatives go beyond geographical boundaries, spanning from local to global scales, and covering diverse sectors and aspects of urban practices.
