Bhubaneswar : The rapid advances made by modern technology in the industry and service sectors demands a revamp in skill development programs for youth, globally. To meet this demand, the World Skill Center Bhubaneswar (WSC) has rightly designed advanced diploma programs covering different modern subjects to upskill Odisha youth.

The online applications are currently open for the September 2023 session at the World Skill Center.

As per the recent announcement by WSC, the last date of application for various courses is set as 15th August 2023. Eligible students will then be selected for various courses through a special entrance test conducted online.

The World Skill Center, a premier skill development facility of the country created under the ‘Skilled In Odisha’ vision of Govt of Odisha, offers 7 advanced one-year programs under its two departments, the School of Engineering and the School of Services.

Along with a global skill pedagogy and an industry-ready approach, the WSC offers hostel facility, uniform and logistics to the students free of cost. The Chairperson of Odisha Skill Development Authority and CEO of World Skill Center Alka Misra has invited the parents & students to take advantage of the various training programs at WSC and give wings to the youth.

The World Skill Center has 5 modern subjects under its School of Engineering namely; Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical & Electrical Services, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration and Vertical Transportation. Students who have passed 2-year ITI or 3-year diploma from any government or private industrial training institute of the state can apply for admission.

Similarly, there are 2 market-oriented courses under the School of Services namely ‘Hair Fashion and Design’ and ‘Beauty Wellness and Spa’. The educational qualification for this training program is +2 or Diploma in any subject.

The WSC has a dynamic and industry aligned curriculum with necessary infrastructure, ultramodern labs and advanced tools, apparatus and technology. The programs at the World Skill Center are being managed in collaboration with ITEES, a Singapore based organization renowned in technical education and skill development. The center aims to create global standard human resources who can work in diverse organizations and challenging environments.

The center emphasizes subject-oriented technical training and hands-on practice in real-time projects to prepare students for the industrial needs. Additionally, students are trained in ‘Life Skills’ such as communication, computer application & digital literacy, personality development, and entrepreneurial acumen.

Opportunities for international experience are offered at WSC, with 40 students getting a chance to visit Singapore for industrial practice under a 15-day Student Exchange program every year. Similarly, every year, 24 students are selected to pursue paid international internship opportunity at renowned companies in Singapore.

Students of various industrial training institutions join the World Skill Center with an aspiration for a bright career. This world class training infrastructure developed on a finishing school model helps polish skills of the youth to make them industry ready. Additionally, the students are provided placement assistance so they get opportunity to join renowned national and international companies.

The World Skill Center with it’s unique vision & programs has become a unique initiative under the Odisha Skill Development Authority by the Skill Development and Technical Education Department, Govt of Odisha. Established at Mancheswar Industrial Estate in Bhubaneswar, the center upskills students with state of the art infra & courses.

Candidates can directly apply online through the website www.worldskillcenter.org. For more information on the application process, candidates can call on the toll-free number 1800 266 6002, the World Skill Center has informed.

Apeejay Stya University(ASU) will be organising Counselling and Spot Admissions session for all its programme on 29-30 July 2023 at the university campus from 10 am onwards to offer students a convenient and speedy admission process.

The University is also offering various scholarships to meritorious students subject to meeting the conditions as prescribed by the University.

ASU is a seat of global learning that offers rich opportunities for innovative teaching-learning, creativity and research across disciplines. It aims to bring about transformation of society through value-based education, man-making and nation-building by blending the dual identities of a technology and research-based university with a Liberal Arts institution.

Since each programme has limited seats, on this day, the student will be able to complete admission requirements and get all the assistance about programme, curriculum, and career prospects etc. It will further provide an opportunity for the student to explore the campus, and its facilities and block their seat for the programme.

Students are  required to bring all the original documents of educational qualification and a passport size photograph on the day of counseling.

For more information about the programmes , student may visit https://university.apeejay.edu/

The University of Sheffield , UK  is inviting applications for its MSc Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence course starting in September 2023.

Receive a grounding in the fundamentals of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Students will be taught how to apply what they learn in business and industry, anywhere in the world.

This course combines two disciplines: cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI). Cybersecurity is one of the most pressing problems of our time and artificial intelligence has made great advances in recent years. Skills in both areas are very much in demand.

Students will receive a grounding in the fundamentals of cybersecurity and AI. There are taught modules in each of these disciplines and you’ll carry out a project that addresses a research problem (or problems) at the interface of the two.

Core modules – Scalable Machine Learning Fundamental Security Properties and Mechanisms, Development of Secure Software, Cyber Threat Hunting and Digital Forensics, Security of Control and Embedded Systems, Text Processing, Machine Learning and Adaptive Intelligence , Natural Language Processing, Cybersecurity and AI Dissertation Project.

Teaching is done through lectures, online technical content, tutorials, practical lab sessions and seminars led by staff from external organisations.

Assessment is by formal examinations, coursework, mini team project, practical assessment, podcast and poster development, and a research project dissertation

Duration – 1 year

Eligibility– Holders of a three/ four year bachelor degree with a minimum of 60% or “first class” from a recognised university in a relevant discipline (computer science or a numerate discipline with experience of software systems development).

Overall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

Fee- Overseas (2023 annual fee) : £28,700

For further information – https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/2022/cybersecurity-and-artificial-intelligence-msc or contact :  msc-compsci@sheffield.ac.uk

Mumbai – SPJIMR, India’s leading private business school, has announced the opening of admissions for the January 2024 cohort of the Global Management Programme (GMP). With a track record spanning 13 years and 18 batches, GMP aims to provide top-tier education and enable global career opportunities for students.

GMP, in collaboration with esteemed partner schools in Europe, the UK, and the USA, offers a transformative learning experience for individuals aspiring to study abroad and pursue international careers. The programme features a unique structure that includes six months of study at the SPJIMR campus, followed by an enriching journey of 6-18 months at globally recognised international partner schools.

This innovative programme allows students to immerse themselves in diverse academic environments, enhancing their cross-cultural competencies and global perspective. Students pursuing the GMP have the opportunity to earn an MS/MBA from international partner schools, including STEM-designed programmes in the USA, further boosting their credentials and opening doors to exciting career prospects.

As part of the GMP, students are not only offered scholarships by the international partner schools but also extensive career services ensuring that students are well-prepared to excel in their chosen career paths upon graduation. The GMP offers dual alumni status, allowing students to tap into two robust networks of professionals and leaders worldwide. The programmes offers specialisations in fields such as Data Analytics, FinTech, Supply Chain Management, Financial Analytics, Software Engineering, among others, providing students with the opportunity to develop expertise in high-demand areas.

Prof. Milind Kamat, Chairperson, GMP, highlighted the significant advantages of pursuing a postgraduate degree in the United States and Europe through the immersive and diverse experience offered by the Global Management Programme. He stated, “By combining academic excellence, international exposure, and world-class career services, we equip our students to excel in a global business environment. The January 2024 cohort presents an incredible opportunity for aspiring professionals to embark on a transformative journey of personal and professional growth, in the United States and Europe.”

The partner schools for the January 2024 cohort include esteemed institutions such as Brandeis International Business School at Brandeis University (Boston, USA), Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland (College Park, USA), Stevens School of Business at Stevens Institute of Technology (New Jersey, USA), University of Miami, College of Engineering (Coral Gables, USA), USC Marshall School of Business (LA, California, USA), Aston Business School at Aston University (Birmingham, UK), EBS Business School at EBS Universität (Oestrich-Winkel, Germany) and ESB Business School at Reutlingen University (Germany).

To learn more about SPJIMR’s Global Management Programme and the application process, please visit: https://www.spjimr.org/course/global-management-program-gmp/

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), the first technical Institute in the country with a history of 175 years, has recently revised its Under Graduation curriculum to make students future ready with their global aspirations. The revision, which has come after a decade, has been designed to keep pace with the educational and industrial developments and requirements in terms of technology, entrepreneurship, sustainability, interdisciplinary knowledge etc. The Institute Senate, the highest academic decision-making body, affixed its stamp on the new curriculum on February 22, 2023. The new curriculum will be offered to the UG students admitted in the year 2023 in all B. Tech, B.Arch., BS-MS and Integrated M. Tech. programs.

The futuristic curriculum has been designed through a long and rigorous consultation process and brainstorming sessions with experts and stakeholders. A committee chaired by the Dean of Academic Affairs piloted the exercise. Indian as well as international experts of global repute representing industries, educational institutes, research organizations, alumni, social communities, and policymakers were involved during the process of designing the new curriculum.

The institute introduces innovative concepts which make its curriculum unique in the country introducing mandatory courses on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, Indian Knowledge System (IKS), Tinkering and Mentoring, Talent Enhancement Baskets (TEB), Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science and Sustainability (ESSC), Community Outreach (CORE), Soft Skills etc. Further, students will be getting the opportunity to pursue Theme based Minor Specialization, Design Thinking based project and many more.

The curriculum has been exclusively framed while keeping the NEP 2020 guidelines as a reference with the purpose of aligning it with the need of the country and reducing the lag between education and industrial demands globally. While enhancing the flexibility in the structure, the new curriculum has been designed with the philosophy ‘STEPS’ (Science, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Project-based education and Societal commitment). The institute, after long deliberations, has decided to emphasize the overall development of students according to their interests rather than making them learn more on a few pre-programmed courses. It has now reduced the credits required for core courses while increasing the components of elective programme courses, humanities and social sciences, community outreach, open elective courses, entrepreneurship etc. The curriculum offers the students a host of flexibilities, including a provision to pursue a minor specialization in another department, complete graduation with honours in his/her parent department, earn two degrees (Bachelor and Master) study one additional year or exit with a four-year BS degree in the five-year BS-MS programmes.

According to the new curriculum, the students in all programs will be studying courses on Soft Skills, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Programming, Tinkering and Mentoring and Engineering Science in the first semester. Course on Soft Skills will be enhancing students’ overall personality, including communication, presentation, and group discussion skills. In order to develop an interest in project-based learning and to create awareness of relevant professional/ ethical/career development, a new concept of Tinkering and Mentoring has been introduced. The Tinkering and Mentoring is a unique course being offered in the technical education system in India.

Another new feature of the curriculum is that all UG students will be exposed to the significance of the traditional Indian knowledge system through a mandatory course. The Indian Knowledge System course will provide an in-depth knowledge to our students on the values of age-old contributions of the Indian knowledge systems and their relevance in modern technologies and technology-driven society. The course will be taught by a group of professors with inter-disciplinary research background. Another unique addition in the new curriculum is the introduction of the innovative Talent Enhancement Basket (TEB). IIT Roorkee students shall be the first in the country who will be getting the opportunity to develop or hone specialized skills in their areas of interest. This will enable the students to utilize their skills without the fear of wasting their time in the event of any early exit from the program. There is flexibility in the new curriculum for the students to opt between project, entrepreneurship or internship. With an objective to enhance the awareness on the environmental aspects related to different disciplines and to equip the students to find solutions to the environmental issues in their relevant fields, different Environmental Science and Sustainability courses will be taught. Various departments are grouped together to promote multi-stakeholder partnerships to achieve sustainable consumption and sustainable industrialization and to foster innovation in line with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations.

It is a matter of pride that IIT Roorkee is the first IIT to make a course on Community Outreach (CORE) mandatory for the degree requirement. As part of this course, students will be enrolled in a project individually or in a group working on societal aspects in the nearby areas. This will enhance the social connection between the institute and society, and also a sense of social responsibility will be inculcated in the students aligned with the NEP-2020.

“Keeping in view of National Education Policy’s (NEP) recommendations and current social and placement trends, the undergraduate curriculum revision committee(UCRC) has revised the choice-based credit system and developed a new framework for undergraduate programmes. The framework reflects the NEP’s recommendations such as restructured degree programmes, interdisciplinary choices, flexible degree options with single major, double major, minors, enhancing entrepreneurship, culture and a curriculum built with employability skills in addition to academic subjects. The curriculum has been designed to cater to the present day needs and the students of the upcoming batches shall be truly benefited.” – says Abramoni Sathwik, a fourth year Computer Science student and General Secretary of the UG students on Academic matters.

Professor Apurbba Kumar Sharma, Dean of Academic Affairs, who also steered the Committee that drafted the revised UG curriculum, says – “The overhaul of the UG curriculum by the IIT Roorkee promises to prepare the students for global employability, while keeping pace with the need of the futuristic demands of the industries. The committee has designed the curriculum with inputs from all the stakeholders. The curriculum emphasizes on making the fundamentals strong, experiential learning and providing ample flexibilities to the students to utilize their raw talent for solving the live problems of industry as well as the society. This will make learning more exciting and rewarding.”

Professor K. K. Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee, is very optimistic about the outcome of the revision and expresses that the UG students will have now better reasons to choose this institute. Professor Pant says – “IIT Roorkee is very happy to roll out the new UG curriculum that is NEP 2020 compliant. The innovative curriculum promotes multi-disciplinary and project-based learning. On many aspects, for example – introduction of the Talent Enhancement Basket and courses like CORE, this curriculum is unique in India and I am sure, the framework will be able to inspire other institutes as well. The curriculum has created wonderful opportunities for the students to get involved in solving the societal problems, thus advocates the philosophy of ‘solving local problems with local talents’. The curriculum is so designed that all students shall learn the basics of AI/ML& data science; also, flexibility has been given to the students to prepare themselves for the global stage while in the institute by crediting selected courses from selected leading universities of the world.”

Medical students at the University of Adelaide will graduate with a better knowledge of how to use the electronic patient record system that’s in place in hospitals around South Australia.

The University of Adelaide is now using the Sunrise Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system during practical exams for fifth year students in the Adelaide medical program.

“We’re excited to be leading the way in the implementation of new technologies. We have found that electronic medical record systems are very seldom used in education and are thrilled to be exploring this to improve the experience of our students,” said the University of Adelaide’s Associate Professor Adam Montagu, Director of Adelaide Health Simulation.

The exam is designed by clinicians and involves mock patient scenarios where students may be required to access clinical information from a patient’s medical record as part of their assessment.

In the past, students used paper-based clinical records, however since these no longer reflect contemporary practice, the decision was made to use the Sunrise EMR system instead.

“It is crucial for our students to train and be assessed in a manner that is consistent with clinical practice in the hospital setting,” said the University of Adelaide’s Dr Sean Jolly, Senior Lecturer at the Adelaide Health Simulation.

“Our increasing use of Sunrise EMR in our examinations and teaching activities to replace paper-based charts is an important step in the clinical readiness of our students,” said Dr Jolly.

“We have found that electronic medical record systems are very seldom used in education and are thrilled to be exploring this to improve the experience of our students.”
Associate Professor Adam Montagu, Director of Adelaide Health Simulation.


This is the first time Sunrise EMR has been used in assessments at the University of Adelaide.

The fully digital solution is already used in all South Australian major public metropolitan hospitals as the primary medical record system. It replaced paper-based clinical admission and progress notes, medication charting, observation charting, pathology, and imaging.

While the Sunrise EMR system used by students at the University of Adelaide is the same platform and software used in the live environment in South Australia’s hospitals, there is no risk to patient confidentiality as the data in the exam is fictitious and has been built around students’ learning and assessment outcomes.

“The feedback from the clinicians involved in the examination process was that the system provided a realistic setting for what actually happens in our hospitals. Students can access a real-time medical record, in the electronic format, exactly as they would while caring for a patient in an SA hospital,” said Associate Professor Montagu.

Access to the system has been made possible through a partnership with the Central Adelaide Local Health Network, which runs the Royal Adelaide and Queen Elizabeth Hospitals.

Adelaide Health Simulation plans to increase its use of the Sunrise EMR system across other areas of medical and nursing teaching, further increasing realism and aligning simulated experiences to genuine and technically accurate clinical encounters.

Sanskriti University announced SUKANYA SHIKSHA YOJNA scholarship program which has been designed to support and encourage the education of brilliant young girls facing financial constraints.

Mrs. Meenakshi Sharma, Officer on Special Duty, Sanskriti University said that in the survey conducted by the team of Sanskriti University, it has been revealed that many girl students are very talented, but due to financial constraints, they are deprived of higher education. She said that when these facts came to the notice of University Chancellor Dr. Sachin Gupta, he ordered that such talented girl students should not be deprived of education. For this he advised that the university should plan merit scholarships for girls and implement the scheme immediately.

Due to this thinking, the university has started ‘Sukanya Shiksha Yojana’. Under this scheme, girl students who belong to families having annual income less than rs. 2.00 lacs and have secured 60 percent or more marks in the 12th examination will be provided free education by providing a scholarship from the university. It was decided that 100 girl students whose maximum annual family income is two lakh or less (as per ITR). All such girl students will have to give an entrance test by the university and will be able to get admission on the basis of merit.

Sonipat : Design Doctorate Aspirants & budding researchers may seek no further as World University of Design opens its doors to PhD programmes in Architecture, Business, Communication Design, Fashion, Arts and Performing Arts. Applicants from all fields are encouraged to apply online until June 15th, 2023.

The criteria laid down by the University for Indian students is Master’s degree with 55% aggregate marks in a relevant discipline and for International students is an IELTS score of at least 6.5 with a degree from a reputed university. The institute allows 5% relaxation to reserved categories.

Selection will be on the basis of a two-step procedure, with a written examination of 40% weightage as the first step, followed by an interview of 60% weightage.

Application forms are available on https://worlduniversityofdesign.ac.in/phd.php which duly filled must be sent to the Chair of the PhD programme at phd@wud.ac.in along with scanned copies of documents in support of eligibility, a typed 500 word detailed statement of the proposed research project, copy of Curriculum vitae and a portfolio of creative works.

Inviting new applicants to the PhD programme, Dr. Sanjay Gupta (Vice Chancellor, World University of Design) says, “I am delighted to announce our PhD program specifically designed for applicants from the fields of fashion, design, communication, architecture, visual arts, design management, and related disciplines. This program presents an exceptional opportunity for young academics to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in these fields and make a lasting impact on India’s creative landscape. 

In recent years, we have witnessed a remarkable transformation in the world of design which has emerged as a powerful tool to address complex societal challenges. Design thinking, innovation, and research have become crucial for driving economic growth, enhancing user experiences, and creating sustainable solutions. Through our PhD program, we aim to nurture a community of scholars who will shape the future of design in India and beyond.

Furthermore, a PhD in design from WUD will empower young academics to forge successful careers in academia, research institutions, industry, or entrepreneurial ventures. They will be at the forefront of knowledge creation and dissemination, guiding the next generation of designers and shaping the direction of their respective industries.”

Mandi: The Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) at  Indian Institute of Technology Mandi in multiple collaborations with National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC), and Himachal Pradesh Kaushal Vikas Nigam (HPKVN) is offering various training and learning programs from end-June 2023.

Speaking about the potential outcomes of various programs being offered by the institute, Prof. Tushar Jain, Head, Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), IIT Mandi, said, “CCE, IIT Mandi is offering new age courses sponsored by HPKVN, which are specifically designed for the youth of Himachal Pradesh. These courses provide an opportunity for the youth to enhance their skills and knowledge in domains such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Internet of Things (IoT), Robotics and Industrial Automation.”

These courses are residential, meaning that students have the option to stay on campus during the duration of the program. However, they also offer flexibility for students to join online if they prefer to pursue the courses remotely. This allows for greater accessibility and convenience for those who may not be able to attend in person.

One notable aspect of these programs is that they are free of cost for Himachali youth. This means that the tuition fees for the courses are waived off, and additionally, the institute provides free boarding, lodging, and food for the duration of the program. This makes the courses highly accessible to the youth of Himachal Pradesh, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their participation.

The primary objective of these training programs is to equip the Himachali candidates with the necessary knowledge and skills that align with the latest industry standards. The aim is to make them job-ready and enhance their employability prospects. By focusing on cutting-edge fields like AI, ML, IoT, and Industrial Automation, the courses prepare the candidates to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

In a significant development, IIT Mandi has committed to providing placement opportunities for all the candidates upon successful completion of the courses to facilitate job placements for the students, enhancing their prospects for securing employment in relevant industries.

Overall, the courses offered by IIT Mandi’s Centre for Continuing Education aim to empower the youth of Himachal Pradesh by providing them with high-quality education, practical skills, and job placement opportunities.”

Certification in Data Science and Machine Learning Program offered in collaboration with NSDC

IIT Mandi is commencing a short-term certification program in Data Science and Machine Learning, open for STEM graduates, working professionals and final semester students. The duration of the program will be 6 months. The registration for this certificate program has already started. Kindly check the website https://futureacad.com/certification-in-data-science-and-machine-learning-by-iit-mandi/ . FutureAcad has tied-up with banks for interest free EMI to the students.

In this certification program, the student will learn Mathematical and Statistical Foundations, Computing and Data Science, Data Processing and Modeling, and Data Analytics tools like Tableau, PowerBI, Excel, and many more. This program will help the aspiring Data Scientists to get a better understanding of both theories and application of Data Science models to transform complex data into business insights. The placements and internships opportunities will be provided to participants on successful completion of the certification program. The participants are also provided with the unique opportunity of campus immersion at IIT Mandi for a week.

Customized and flexible one/two-month Training Program in – Machine Learning, IoT based Automation, and, Robotics, offered in collaboration with HPKVN

In collaboration with HPKVN, the Institute is offering multiple Customized and flexible one/two-month Training Programs in:

• Machine Learning
• Internet of Things based Automation
• Robotics

The courses are open to Engineering, BCA, MCA, ITI, Polytechnic, Teachers, Trainers and Working Professionals. The duration of the course will be 1-2 months. The registration for these free online/offline courses have already started and will continue till 15^th June 2023.

 The primary objective of this proposal is to enable and enhance the job prospects of Himachali candidates which include candidates with some IT education background or some working experience in the IT-related field. These candidates will go through extensive advance level industry-relevant courses in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Internet of Things (IoT), Industrial Automation, Drone technology etc depending on their specialization and area of interest along with modules related to improving coaching and training skills.

Interested candidates can apply through the links:

ML: https://forms.gle/GxUFUR3p5hnC8UBe9

IoT: https://forms.gle/3igojuZvyTjMMw8a7

Robotics: https://forms.gle/8Ri6XaUKTW1DvnSc6

The University of Strathclyde , Glasgow is inviting applications for the MSc Advanced Drug Delivery course starting in September 2023.

The MSc Advanced Drug Delivery will provide you with specialist research training and skills. The global drug delivery sector is expected to grow significantly over the next five years, driven by new technologies and improved product features. On this course you’ll gain the transferable skills to meet this market need.

The course is for graduates seeking practical experience in the design and development of drug delivery systems.

When you graduate from this course you’ll be able to:

• carry out independent work of a publishable standard
• gain skills suitable for a career in the pharmaceutical industry
• continue your research career into a PhD programme

What you’ll study

• biology of specific targets for drug-based intervention
• biopharmaceutical, pharmacokinetic & physiochemical principles important in the design & formulation of drug dosage systems
• latest advances in drug delivery and targeting
• drug targeting & using drug carriers
• strategies available and utilised for a particular drug and biological barrier

Major project

You’ll have the exciting opportunity to work alongside leading researchers in the field, developing the next generation of delivery systems for drugs and vaccines.

Duration – 1 year

Fee –  £24,450 for international students for 2023/24

Eligibility -Minimum second-class (2:2) honours degree, or international equivalent, in a biological or chemical discipline. Students must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5)

Faculty of Science Masters Scholarship for International Students -Scholarships of between £4,000 – £6,000 are available to new international students joining a postgraduate taught masters degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2023/2024 academic year.

https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/facultyofsciencemastersscholarshipsforinternationalstudents202324/#:~:text=Summary,the%202023%2F2024%20academic%20year.

For further information – https://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduatetaught/advanceddrugdelivery/  or contact: science-masters@strath.ac.uk