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India Today
29-06-2025
- Science
- India Today
IIT Madras Zanzibar launches new undergraduate course in chemical process engineering
IIT Madras Zanzibar, the first international campus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Madras, has introduced a new undergraduate programme – a four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Process Engineering. This full-time course is open to students from all nationalities, including Indian newly launched course is designed to blend chemical engineering fundamentals with practical laboratory sessions, interdisciplinary electives, and industry-relevant projects. The programme aims to prepare students for global careers with strong foundations in data science, sustainability, and last date to apply is 6 July 2025. Applications can be submitted online at For any queries, candidates can write to admissions@ DATES TO REMEMBERApplications close: July 6, 2025Screening tests: July 13, 2025 (in Chennai, Zanzibar, and other locations)Online interviews: July 25-31, 2025Classes begin: October 6, 2025GLOBAL FACULTY AND PEDAGOGYThis BS programme will be delivered by faculty members from IIT Madras, IITM Zanzibar, and partner institutions, ensuring high academic standards and international will also include a capstone project in collaboration with local industry, allowing students to gain real-world problem-solving ELIGIBILITYApplicants should have completed one of the following qualifications with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects:Class 12 or equivalentForm VIGCE Advanced LevelIB DiplomaCambridge AS & A LeveladvertisementWelcoming students worldwide, Prof. Preeti Aghalayam, Director-in-Charge of IIT Madras Zanzibar, said, 'As a Chemical Engineer myself, it is such a pleasure that we are bringing this programme to IITM Zanzibar. We believe that it will be a very meaningful step forward for the campus.'OTHER COURSES OFFEREDIn addition to this new programme, IIT Madras Zanzibar currently offers:BS in Data Science and AI (4 years) in Data Science and AI (2 years) in Ocean Structures (2 years)- Ends
Indian Express
27-06-2025
- Science
- Indian Express
IIT Madras Zanzibar introduces new UG programme in Chemical Process Engineering
IIT Madras Zanzibar has introduced a new Bachelor of Science (BS) programme in Chemical Process Engineering for the academic year 2025-26. This four-year full-time undergraduate degree program in the Zanzibar campus is open to candidates of all nationalities, including Indians. The programme offers a curriculum blending core chemical engineering fundamentals with practical laboratory work, industry-aligned projects, and electives that encourage interdisciplinary learning. IIT Madras Zanzibar is the first-ever international campus of an IIT. The first Academic Year (2023-24) at IITM Zanzibar commenced in October 2023. This new programme would be delivered by a faculty team from IIT Madras, IITM Zanzibar, and partner institutions, as mentioned in the press release. –Class 12 or equivalent –Form VI –GCE Advanced Level –IB Diploma –Cambridge AS & A Level Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are mandatory subjects. The classes will commence on 6th October 2025. The unique aspects of this course include –IIT Madras degree, with curriculum and pedagogy from IIT Madras –Strong core in chemical process engineering with concentrations in data science, energy, and sustainability –Capstone project in coordination with the local industry The last date to apply is July 5 at 11: 59 IST. The screening of the applicants for the programme will be conducted on July 13 between 2 pm to 5 pm IST. The interviews for the shortlisted candidates will be held between July 25 and 30. Further information can be obtained by writing to admissions@ Those interested can apply through the following link – The Institute offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes leading to BTech, MSc, MBA, MTech, MS, and PhD degrees in a variety of specialisations. The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, introduced two new undergraduate engineering courses for the coming academic year of 2025-26. The courses will be offered through the Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering, which has been at the forefront of interdisciplinary research since the inception of IIT Madras in 1959. Students who have cleared JEE (Advanced) can choose these two new programmes in the upcoming Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JOSAA) Counselling. They will have a total student strength of 40 each.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Starting with a campus in Zanzibar, this initiative has evolved into an expansive undertaking
MUMBAI: The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has partnered with GRID-INDIA, a central public sector enterprise under the Union Ministry of Power, to establish programmes in East Africa, specifically Tanzania. The initiative aims to enhance energy systems through certification programmes, collaborative research and consultancy projects that combine Indian expertise with local requirements. The agreement, signed on May 22, 2025, at IIT Madras campus, represents a significant international energy partnership. Prof. Manu Santhanam, Dean (Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research), IIT Madras, and Shri Surajit Banerjee, Executive Director (HR), GRID-INDIA, formalised the arrangement. "IIT Madras Zanzibar was conceived to take our strengths global—but with local roots," said Prof. Santhanam. "This partnership with GRID-INDIA allows us to translate decades of experience in India's power systems into real-world capacity building for East Africa." GRID-INDIA, a Miniratna organisation managing India's national power grid, contributes its operational knowledge and international collaboration objectives. "This is more than an MoU. It's a shared mission," said Mr. Paresh R. Ranpara, Director (HR), GRID-INDIA. "Through IIT Madras Zanzibar, we hope to build the technical backbone for power professionals across Tanzania and beyond." The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras' sustainable energy research centre, combines academic and industrial expertise to address contemporary energy challenges. Following its international expansion to Zanzibar in 2024, the Consortium is extending its reach across Africa. The initiative aims to enhance Tanzanian power sector professionals' technical abilities through various programmes. It commences with basic certifications in power systems, renewable energy and energy management, followed by advanced courses featuring practical training in power system protection and applied case studies. The collaboration includes research in emerging technologies such as microgrids, data analytics and artificial intelligence, whilst providing technical consultation for Tanzania's power infrastructure challenges. "We will deliver state-of-the-art lectures and training for Tanzanian professionals to bridge the theory-practice gap in modern power engineering," said Prof. Shanti Swarup, Principal Investigator and professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Madras. Dr. Nikhil Tambe, CEO of The Energy Consortium, noted: "From a chapter in Zanzibar to a region-wide movement—this is how energy knowledge travels. This is how change begins." This partnership between IIT Madras and GRID-INDIA offers comprehensive support for energy development in Africa, where both energy accessibility and efficiency are crucial priorities.
United News of India
05-06-2025
- Business
- United News of India
IIT Madras, GRID India join hands to strengthen Tanzania's electric infra
Chennai, June 5 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology-Madrs (IIT Madras) is collaborating with GRID-INDIA, a Central Public Sector Enterprise, to offer certification programs, conduct joint research, and deliver technical consultation projects to strengthen Tanzania's energy infrastructure. An MoU in this regard was inked recently IIT-Madras announced on Thursday. With an active presence in Africa through IITM Zanzibar, the institute is committed to building global partnerships for sustainable energy. GRID-INDIA, a Miniratna company under the Union Ministry of Power is the National system operator responsible for the reliable and secure management of India's electricity grid. The effort at IIT Madras will be led through the Energy Consortium, an industry-academia collaborative center of excellence focused on clean energy. Expanding horizons, this partnership creates new opportunities for cross-border knowledge exchange, applied research, and commercialisation of clean energy technologies. Prof Manu Santhanam, Dean (IC&SR), said 'IIT Madras Zanzibar was conceived to extend our academic and research excellence to international geographies with a focus on regional relevance. Our collaboration with GRID-INDIA allows us to leverage decades of experience in power systems research and industry engagement in India to deliver targeted capacity-building and applied technology programs for East Africa.' Emphasizing the significance of this MoU, Mr Paresh R. Ranpara, Director (HR), GRID-INDIA, said, 'We are looking forward to this collaboration with IIT Madras to catalyse and promote capacity building in Power Sector for Tanzanian and other east African professionals, with the Zanzibar campus as a focal point. This partnership demonstrates the shared vision of GRID-INDIA and IIT Madras Zanzibar for supporting resilient, future-ready energy systems across the globe.' It said this project encompasses strengthening the technical capabilities of Tanzanian power sector officials through Certification Program that aims to provide foundational knowledge for professionals in areas such as power systems, renewable energy, and energy management; Specialized Certification Programs with hands on trainings on topics such as power system protection and case studies; Joint Research Programs in areas such as microgrids, data analytics and AI and Consultation Projects to provide practical solutions and insights to address the evolving challenges in the Tanzanian power sector. UNI GV 1648
