Want to Get Ahead in School? IIT Madras Now Offers 10 Online Courses for Class 10–12 Students!

What’s New in the School Connect Programme?
Earlier, the programme had only two courses, but now it includes 10 specialized subjects, allowing students to:
Gain early exposure to emerging career fields
Develop practical skills through hands-on projects
Earn certificates from IIT Madras
The courses are conducted by IIT Madras’s Centre for Outreach and Digital Education (CODE) and run for 8 weeks each. Students can also opt for optional projects for deeper learning.

Key Details
Eligibility: Class 10, 11, and 12 students
Duration: 8 weeks per course
Next Batch: August 2025 (Registration open till July 25, 2025)

How to Apply: Schools can register students at code.iitm.ac.in/schoolconnect/

Why Is This Important for Competitive Exams?
Early Skill Development: Helps in SSC, PSC, and design entrance exams (NID, NIFT, FDDI) by building analytical and creative skills.
Competitive Edge: Knowledge in AI, design, and aerospace can be useful for future entrance tests.
Certification Advantage: Adds value to academic profiles for scholarships and college admissions.

10 Exciting Courses Offered
Introduction to Data Science & AI
Introduction to Electronic Systems
Introduction to Architecture & Design
Fun with Math and Computing
Math Unplugged: Games & Puzzles
Introduction to Ecology
Introduction to Engineering Biological Systems
Introduction to Law
The Fundamentals of Aerospace
Humanities Unplugged
IIT Madras also plans to introduce more short-term courses soon, helping students explore diverse interests.

What Experts Say
Prof. V Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, says:
“Early exposure to new fields sparks curiosity and shapes future innovators. By empowering students early, we’re building a future-ready nation.”

FAQ
Q1. What is the duration of each course in IIT Madras’s School Connect Programme?
Ans: Each course runs for 8 weeks.
Q2. Name two emerging fields covered in the programme.
Ans: Data Science & AI and Aerospace Engineering.
Q3. How can schools register students for these courses?
Ans: Schools can register at code.iitm.ac.in/schoolconnect/.
Q4. Why is early exposure to such courses beneficial for competitive exams?
Ans: It helps develop problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and subject knowledge, useful for exams like SSC, NIFT, and NID.
Q5. What is the last date to apply for the August 2025 batch?
Ans: July 25, 2025.