IIT Madras launches new MTech, MA programmes in frontier technologies and governance

These programmes have been designed to equip students with interdisciplinary knowledge and skills needed to tackle emerging challenges in governance, industry, and technology. The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has announced the launch of several new postgraduate programmes, including a Master of Arts (MA) in Public Policy and multiple Master of Technology (MTech) programmes in domains such as Semiconductor Materials, Computational Engineering for Mechanical Systems, and Robotics.
- Students will develop skills in governance frameworks, critical thinking, policy analysis, communication, and leadership, preparing them for careers in government, international organisations, non-profits, advocacy, and the private sector.
- The MTech in Computational Engineering for Mechanical Systems (CEMS) programme integrates classical mechanics, advanced numerical methods, machine learning, and high-performance computing.
- Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, said, “At IIT Madras, we strive to align education with industry needs and national priorities.
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