IIT-Madras Zanzibar launches new UG degree
Chennai: IIT-Madras Zanzibar launched a new Bachelor of Science (BS) programme in chemical process engineering for the academic year 2025-26.
This four-year full-time undergraduate degree programme at the Zanzibar campus is open to candidates of all nationalities, including Indians.
The programme offers a comprehensive curriculum blending core chemical engineering fundamentals with practical laboratory work, industry-aligned projects, and electives that encourage interdisciplinary learning.
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It will be delivered by a distinguished faculty team from IIT-Madras, IITM Zanzibar, and partner institutions, ensuring rigorous academic standards and global relevance.
To apply for this course, students should have studied physics, chemistry, and maths in Class XII.
"We believe that this programme will be a very meaningful step forward for the IIT Madras Zanzibar campus," said professor Preeti Aghalayam, director-in-charge, Zanzibar campus, IIT-Madras.
The last date to apply is July 6, and those interested can apply through the following link: admissions.iitmz.ac.in/bscpe.
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