By the third anniversary of the National Education Policy 2020, experts and policymakers have lauded its efforts to foster skill-based education and practical learning. With the potential to transform the education landscape, skill development is particularly relevant to higher science education in the country.
In India, students choosing to study science at higher levels complete their Higher Secondary School Certificate (or equivalent) examinations in select science subjects, after which they are eligible for medicine, engineering, and bachelors of science (BSc) courses. While some institutes offer specialised degrees in medicine and engineering, a large segment of science education in India includes BSc-level and subsequent courses.
