IIT Madras has extended the application submission date for its four-year programme in BS (Electronic Systems). The programme was launched in June and the registration will close on August 27. The programme is designed keeping in mind industry-specific requirements and skill sets.
Unlike BTech courses, JEE is not required for this programme. Those who have completed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics can apply irrespective of age, role or geographical location
Candidates who apply will be provided access to four weeks of content taught by IIT Madras faculty and the qualifier exam will be based on this content, which will be offered in online mode, as per the release.
Content, tutorials, doubt-clearing sessions and assignments will be online, while quizzes, exams and laboratory classes will be conducted in person. The lab courses will be in person at the IIT Madras campus.
Prof S Aniruddhan, faculty, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Madras, and coordinator, of the programme, said by acquiring fundamentals and essential skills, graduates of this programme will be able to serve in multiple industries.
Students can also get internship/apprenticeship opportunities with various companies where they will get to work on real-life projects. These internships can be offline, in person, or hybrid, and may vary from 3-8 months, he said.
This programme is the second BS degree from IIT-M. The institute claims that this course is designed in consultation with industry leaders. Students after completing the programme will be equipped with strong fundamentals and industry-ready skills, ensuring high employability.
Degrees will be awarded by the IIT Madras. Additionally, placement assistance is provided to the graduates.