The Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur (IIT Jodhpur) has introduced a pioneering BSc./BS. in Applied AI & Data Science in partnership with Futurense Uni, which is part of Futrense Technologies. This cutting-edge programme addresses the increasing need for professionals in the fast-evolving AI and data science fields.
According to an official statement, the degree is designed for students and working professionals as it features a unique next-gen model. With an online format and a campus immersion component, it provides flexibility. Every year, students can tour the IIT Jodhpur campus, enhancing their education by providing them with firsthand knowledge of its prestigious academic setting. Students can obtain a Certification in the first year, a Diploma in the second, a BSc degree in the third, and a BS degree at the end of the fourth year, thanks to the programme’s stackable structure.
The statement added that the curriculum aims to provide a strong foundation in AI, incorporating over 100 advanced AI tools and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies such as Devin AI, Claude, etc.
Highlighting the need for a next-gen education model that addresses the global challenges, Prof. Avinash Kumar Agarwal, Director of IIT Jodhpur, stated:
Our present age requires creative solutions to pressing problems of human rights, sustainable development and global well-being. This means thinking out of the box and moving away from traditional models of school education, which reward rote learning and kill children’s innate creativity. Therefore, our vision is to equip learners enrolled for the BSc./BS. in Applied AI and Data Science programme with the necessary modern skills and competencies to participate in a rapidly transforming global knowledge ecosystem shaped drastically by technologies such as artificial intelligence.
As part of this development, students will engage in a mix of self-paced video lectures, quizzes, and assignments, complemented by live weekend lectures from faculty and industry leaders. Assessments and projects are integral to enhancing practical skills and knowledge. Prospective students can apply via the Futurense Uni website or the Futurense BSc link. No JEE qualification is required. The application process includes a qualifying test, a completed application form submission, and receipt of an offer letter from IIT Jodhpur.
Raghav Gupta, Founder and CEO of Futurense, also emphasized the significant skill gap between industry and academia, he added:
The pace of AI-driven transformation is reshaping industries, with estimates suggesting that 80% of jobs will experience significant changes due to AI. To stay ahead, India must innovate at the academic level. Our partnership with IIT is very pivotal for this intervention. The BSc./BS. Programme by IIT Jodhpur combines their renowned academic rigour with our deep industry insights. This partnership ensures students gain the expertise needed to excel in an AI-driven world.
Futurense Uni aims to prepare the Indian talent for a constantly changing, AI-powered world. The company is bridging the gap between industry and academia through interventions at an academic level. It offers cutting-edge AI and technology degrees in partnership with top IITs and IIMs, enabling youth to upskill without leaving their jobs or qualifying for tough entrance exams. The platform’s programmes provide a second chance for aspirants to achieve their IIT/IIM dreams with degrees focused on AI and technology, such as MBA Tech, Data Engineering, and Applied AI & Data Science.
