I would say that it is not suitable for those who wish to pursue a career in research. Also, if you are hoping for good placements in any robotics company you will be disappointed. But first, weigh the benefits and drawbacks.
Pros and Cons:
Now consider the following factors that make it superior to the standard course:
This institute is the only one of its kind to offer an IT robotics specialization. That means your coding skills will undoubtedly come in handy. Other colleges place a greater emphasis on mechanical and physical aspects. So, if you're an IT enthusiast who enjoys coding robots, this is the institute for you.
Manipal University ranks within the top 15 private colleges in India by India Today. It is ranked 45th by NIRF for engineering in India. The MTech program’s duration in Industrial Automation and Robotics in Manipal is for 2 years with the first year focusing on 6 subjects and two labs each semester. The second semester also has an IAbd Seminar program.
Academics
There are a total of 30 seats and the total tuition fee is around 4 lakhs for the program.
Placements
According to the college, students are expected to be placed in the companies in which they interned during the third and fourth semesters. However, the college does bring in companies for placements.
Eligibility Criteria
Infrastructure
The course curriculum followed by this branch is one of the best in Manipal University. It is in line with the industrial demands making its students industry-ready. So, students should have next to no problem when stepping into the career world in their respective choice of industry.