Bennett University: New-age tech specialisations to boost your career – Times of India

Bennett University (BU) BTech Computer Science Engineering offers AI, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, Robotics, DevOps, Full Stack, Drone, Quantum Computing, IoT and Robotics, AR/VR Specialisations to meet the surging market demand. Bennett University became the first private University to invest in Super Computing infrastructure.
Artificial Intelligence Specialisation
Its comprehensive curriculum has been thoughtfully designed by industry experts to cover critical areas such as machine learning algorithms, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, data analytics, and ethical considerations in AI. By focusing on hands-on projects, collaborative assignments, and real-world case studies, students will gain practical insights and develop proficiency in applying AI techniques to solve complex challenges.
Cloud Computing Specialisation
The Cloud Computing Specialisation at Bennett University covers essential topics such as cloud architecture, virtualisation, cloud security, and cloud service models. Through hands-on projects and practical training, students gain practical experience in deploying and managing cloud infrastructure. Graduates can pursue roles such as cloud solutions architect, cloud security specialist, and cloud operations manager.
Blockchain Specialisation
The Blockchain Specialisation at Bennett University covers smart contracts, decentralised applications, blockchain security, and consensus mechanisms. The specialisation electives offered as part of the BTech syllabus include Blockchain Technologies, Smart Contracts and Solidity Programming, Digital Currencies and Blockchain, Modern Cryptography, among others.
Cybersecurity Specialisation
With increased dependency on online transactions and other social activities, there is now high demand for a robust Cybersecurity framework. Keeping that in mind, the courseware at BU includes topics on Cybersecurity with Blockchain, Malware Analysis for Mobile Devices, Security and Privacy for Big Data Analytics, Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking, among others.
Data Science Specialisation
Data Science Specialisation enable students to explore key aspects of data science, including statistical analysis, machine learning algorithms, data visualisation, and big data analytics. Graduates can pursue roles such as data scientist, data analyst, and machine learning engineer.
Gaming Specialisation
The primary focus of this specialisation is to help students to develop a game design and development mindset by focusing on skills such as animation and rendering, game mechanics, game physics and the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in gaming. As of 2022, the gaming industry is worth 200 billion dollars which encompasses dozens of job disciplines and thousands of exciting jobs worldwide
DevOps Specialisation
This programme equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field of software development and IT operations. DevOps is a collaboration between Development and IT Operations to make software production and Deployment in an automated & repeatable way. The full form of ‘DevOps’ is a combination of ‘Development’ and ‘Operations.
Full Stack Specialisation
Organisations across industries are seeking professionals who can handle both front-end and back-end development, allowing for seamless integration and efficient project execution. Graduates can pursue roles such as full stack developer, web application developer, and software engineer.
Drone Specialisation
The Drone Specialisation covers key aspects of drone technology, including flight operations, aerial data acquisition, sensor integration, and regulatory compliance. Drones are revolutionising various industries, including agriculture, construction, transportation, and emergency services, offering diverse career opportunities.
Quantum Computing Specialisation
Today, industries, academia, private and government organisations around the world are spending billions of dollars on quantum research and development. Graduates can pursue roles such as quantum software developer, quantum algorithm researcher, and quantum systems engineer, quantum computing professionals, etc.
IoT and Robotics Specialisation
Bennett University offers specialisation in Microcontrollers, Robotics and Embedded System where students are taught to deal with Arduino, work on Raspberry Pi. Being a part of robotics, we tend to build something which understands the syllogism of actions and determine the suggested response by the given code or predefined instructions.
Augmented & Virtual Reality Specialisation
The market wants professionals who can use Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (ER) to superposition the virtual environment on the physical world. Students who complete the course will become market ready for jobs such as, AR-VR game developer, UX/UI Designer, Mixed reality artist and technical 3D artist.
Mobile Technologies Specialisation
Through this specialisation, students undergo numerous projects and hackathons and will be provided knowledge to make them market ready for jobs such as, swift developer, swift UX/UI Designer, etc.
(The author is AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner & Solution Architect, dean, School of Computer Science and Engineering, dean, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, dean, International Relation and Corporate Outreach, Bennett University)