Dr Chell Roberts, the Dean of the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering at the University of San Diego, has announced intentions to establish a new campus in Gujarat. Collaborating with IIT Gandhinagar and various academic institutions, the innovative campus will be situated in GIFT City, Gandhinagar.
Roberts told the media, “We anticipate the introduction of dual-degree programs in collaboration with other universities. Some courses will be taught on the new campus, providing students with the unique opportunity to split their studies between the United States and India. Additionally, we are excited to introduce online programs, a novel initiative for India.”
He emphasised the strategic advantages of these programs, saying, “Through our online offerings, we aim to reach a larger student population in India. The hybrid programs, blending online and on-campus elements, will enable us to cater to more students in India at a reduced cost, ensuring accessibility for a diverse group of learners. While our fully on-ground options in the United States will offer great benefits, we are committed to providing a wide range of high-quality education options to create a significant impact.”
Commencing in April, the university intends to launch online programs in artificial intelligence, data science, and cybersecurity. Roberts clarified that the initial emphasis will be on online programs, as they can be implemented more swiftly.