Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has expanded the number of courses being offered through its ‘School Connect’ Program. In all, 10 courses will now be made available for students.

While two courses, ‘Data Science and Artificial Intelligence’ and ‘Electronic Systems’, were offered earlier, the program now includes 10 online Hands-on Certificate Courses for Class X, XI & XII Students from schools all over the country. These courses will be for a duration of eight weeks. The courses will also include assignments and an optional project for a hands-on experience.

The School Connect Program is a flagship outreach initiative by Centre for Outreach and Digital Education (CODE) at IIT Madras, aimed at bridging the gap between school education and higher education.

These programmes will be held in three batches this academic year in August, October, and January, allowing schools and students to explore up to three courses annually.

With over 2,300 schools already partnered and more than 50,000 students impacted, the institute is now expanding the program to offer 10 diverse programs designed specifically for Class X, XI, and XII students. Each course gives students a taste of real-world disciplines before they make higher education choices.

Registration has already begun for the August 2025 batch, with the last date being July 25, 2025. 

Prof. V. Kamakoti, director, IIT Madras, said, “At IIT Madras, we believe that early exposure to emerging fields can spark curiosity and shape future innovators. By empowering students at a formative stage, we are investing in a future-ready nation.”

The Courses being offered include:

1. Introduction to Data Science and AI

2. Introduction to Electronic Systems

3. Introduction to Architecture & Design

4. Fun with Math and Computing

5. Math Unplugged: Games & Puzzles

6. Introduction to Ecology

7. Introduction to Engineering Biological Systems

8. Introduction to Law

9. The Fundamentals of Aerospace

10. Humanities Unplugged