The University of Birmingham and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) have opened applications for a new joint master’s program in data science and artificial intelligence. This is the first educational partnership between IIT and the Russell Group Universities in the UK.
Successful applicants study in Birmingham and Chennai and are awarded a single degree from both universities. They also give you the opportunity to carry out substantive research projects and apply their knowledge to real-world challenges.
The joint program will be conducted on both university campuses and will award a single degree certificate through mutual recognition of credits issued by each university. Students benefit from academic flexibility to study and engage in current disciplines that define the future of global engineering and technology.
Our groundbreaking new Joint Masters Program benefits from the expertise and industry connections of both IIT Madras and the University of Birmingham, opening up new and exciting opportunities to study in the two countries.
Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, University of Birmingham
The program offers students the flexibility to spend 5 or 12 months in the UK and finish the program in Birmingham or Chennai.
The program starts in July when students start their studies at IIT Madras, complete some modules and then start short-term industrial employment.
Students can choose between two different study programs
- Studied in the UK for 12 months after completing a research project in Birmingham
- You will study in the UK for 5 months and then return to IIT Madras to complete your program and conduct a research project at IIT Madras.
This partnership offers competitive overall fees for students charged with the UK study element at the domestic fee level, rather than the usual international level. We are currently accepting applications.
Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Birmingham, commented: Birmingham.
“Successful applicants will learn the fundamental principles of data science and experience a global perspective as they explore the world of AI. We can be at the forefront of what we do.”
Successful candidates gain a global perspective on data science and AI and experience hands-on industrial training, as well as study at two leading educational institutions in India and Birmingham.
They studied at the University of Birmingham’s Computer Science Faculty, world-renowned for teaching and research, and also have dedicated computer science laboratories, robotics teaching laboratories, security, medical imaging, intelligent robotics, and computer vision research institutes. included. The University of Birmingham is a partner of the Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s National Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory.
Students also benefit from an innovative curriculum that incorporates IIT Madras’ award-winning pedagogy and research methodologies, and are awarded the title of Institute of Eminence, along with IIT Madras’ technical education, foundation and You will benefit from excellence in applied research, innovation, entrepreneurship and industrial consulting. IIT Madras is ranked #1 engineering university in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
The University of Birmingham is an exciting partner for us and we look forward to these joint programs. Students will have a great time on both campuses.
Professor Preeti Aghalayam, Global Academic Program Advisor, IIT Madras
Professor Preethi Agarayam, Global Academic Program Advisor, IIT Madras, said: “The University of Birmingham is an exciting partner for us and we look forward to these joint programs. Students will spend time on both our campuses and have a really great time.”
Prof. Ragnathan Rengaswamy, Dean (Global Engagement) of IIT Madras, commented: Students taking this program will learn about recent advances in artificial intelligence and what the current generation of AI tools can and cannot do, and apply that knowledge to real-world challenges. ”
Professor V Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras said: “This is a great start to a long and fruitful relationship with the University of Birmingham.
The establishment of a joint master’s program was agreed upon by Prof. Adam Tickel, who visited Chennai in November 2022, and Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras. The two professors signed a joint letter of intent to explore a wide range of research areas, including: Data Science, Energy Systems, Biomedical Engineering. The agreement further builds on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in February 2022, in which the two institutions expressed their intention to further develop their partnership.
Karan Vilimoria, Chancellor of the University of Birmingham, said: “We are delighted and proud to announce this landmark joint degree between the University of Birmingham, ranked one of the top 100 universities in the world, and the IIT University of Madras, ranked #1. in India.
“The University of Birmingham is a global ‘citizen’ university and proud of its enduring ties with India. This innovative joint graduate program offers students the opportunity to pursue a world-class education at world-leading educational institutions in two countries and have their educational achievements recognized by both countries. ”
The University of Birmingham and IIT Madras aim to explore the creation of further joint research programs as well as joint research projects, faculty and student exchanges.
Professor Robin Mason, Vice Chancellor (International), University of Birmingham commented: Its existence will be revealed as we work together more closely than ever before. ”
