NEW DELHI, July 25, 2024 – The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has announced the launch of a new undergraduate program, BTech in Design, starting from the academic year 2025-26. Admission to this innovative program will be based on students’ performance in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced and the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED). This four-year program, which has 20 limited seats per batch, is designed for students with a strong interest in socio-technical systems and a passion for creative problem-solving.
IIT Delhi BTech in Design: Admission through JEE Advanced & UCEED
To secure a spot in the BTech in Design program, candidates must achieve high rankings in both the JEE Advanced and UCEED exams. This dual requirement ensures that only the most talented and well-rounded students are selected.
The curriculum of the new program integrates technology with systematic design thinking, offering a blend of courses from the core discipline of design and other departments within IIT Delhi. Key components of the curriculum include:
- Systematic design thinking processes
- Research methods for analyzing socio-technical systems
- Communication and presentation skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
This comprehensive approach prepares students to tackle complex industry and societal challenges through innovative design solutions.
BTech in Design: Career Opportunities
The BTech in Design program is structured to provide students with diverse career options. Graduates are expected to excel in various fields, including industry, academia, government, consulting, and entrepreneurship. The program aims to cultivate leaders who can see the big picture as generalists while also possessing the ability to delve into details as design specialists.
“Our expectation is that graduates will take up leadership positions across multiple sectors,” said Jyoti Kumar, Head of the Department of Design at IIT Delhi. “The curriculum is broad-based and prepares students for diverse career paths, focusing on product design to solve real-world problems.”
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Students will gain knowledge from various disciplines, enhancing their problem-solving skills and creativity.
- Leadership Development: The program is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in various sectors.
- Practical Skills: Emphasis on communication, presentation, and teamwork skills essential for professional success.
Impact
The introduction of the BTech in Design program reflects IIT Delhi’s commitment to addressing the evolving demands of the industry and society. By fostering innovative, empathetic, and technically adept professionals, the institute aims to contribute significantly to solving complex socio-technical challenges.
IIT Delhi’s new program offers a unique blend of technical and creative skills, preparing students for leadership roles in a variety of fields. This program not only broadens career prospects for its graduates but also contributes to solving complex socio-technical challenges through innovative design solutions.
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