Top 5 courses in UPES Dehradun

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The University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, also known as UPES, is a private university in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. UPES was established in 2003 through the UPES Act, 2003 by the state legislature of Uttarakhand. All of the courses were carefully planned, which helped UPES earn a 46th place ranking in the management category of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) of the MHRD.

Top 5 courses in UPES Dehradun

The University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, also known as UPES, is a private university in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. UPES was established in 2003 through the UPES Act, 2003 by the state legislature of Uttarakhand. All of the courses were carefully planned, which helped UPES earn a 46th place ranking in the management category of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) of the MHRD.

Here is the list of programs offered by UPES University.

Program 

Courses

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

B.Tech.
B.Sc.
M.Tech.
M.Sc.
Integrated (B.Sc.) - (M.Sc.)

SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

B.Tech.
BCA
M.Tech.
MCA

SCHOOL OF DESIGN

B.Tech.
BCA
M.Tech.
MCA

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

B.Tech.
BCA
M.Tech.
MCA

SCHOOL OF LAW

BA/B.Com./BBA LL.B. (Hons.)
BA Legal Studies
LL.B. 3 years
LL.M.

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

BA/B.Com./BBA LL.B. (Hons.)
BA Legal Studies
LL.B. 3 years
LL.M.

SCHOOL OF MODERN MEDIA

Journalism and Mass Communication
Digital and Mass Media
Events, Public Relations, and Corporate Communications
Communication Research, Public Health
and Communication

SCHOOL OF LIBERAL STUDIES

B.Sc. Economics and Data Science
B.Sc. Applied Mathematics in
Behavioral Sciences
B.Sc. Psychology and Cognition
B.Sc. Politics, Economics, and Analytics
BA Literature

Top courses in UPES Dehradun:

 

1. School of Engineering:  In its carefully designed curriculum, UPES School of Computer Science places a strong emphasis on the social implications and real-world applicability of the technology. We frequently collaborate with academic thought leaders and business juggernauts to give our students access to cutting-edge technology and the most recent knowledge given how quickly the area is growing. In order to give students a thorough comprehension of the subject as well as practical problem-solving abilities, our well-equipped laboratories and cutting-edge methodology place a strong emphasis on tying theory and practice together.

Placements: 100%

Highest package in the Year 2022 is INR 50 LPA.

NIRF's ranking of 61st in India for engineering 2022

Course 

Eligibility Criteria

Selection criteria

Fees

Engineering

Minimum 50% marks in Classes X and XII. with 50% in PCM (Physics/Chemistry and Mathematics) in Class XII

UPESEAT /JEE/ Board Merit / SAT

INR 1,832,000

2. School of Business: UPES School of Business’ pedagogy equips students with pragmatic decision-making abilities and skills for developing sound strategies to improve the way the world does business. Through a carefully-crafted curriculum, faculty of the highest academic expertise, and interactions with industry leaders with a global perspective, we prepare students to work in a mega-corporation as well as a start-up environment, empowering them to begin their entrepreneurial journey.

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Q:   What are the BPharma subjects in UPES Dehradun?
A: 

The core subjects of the BPharma course include pharmaceutical chemistry (chemistry of medicinal compounds), pharmaceutics (manufacturing of dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, etc.), pharmacology (action of drugs on the body and action of the body on the drugs) and pharmacognosy (medicinal drugs obtained from plants and other natural sources). In addition to the core subjects defined by PCI, electives such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Design Thinking and Data Analytics are offered to the BPharma students. Along with the core subject, students have the option to choose from subject-focused specialisations. They are also allowed to choose minor/exploratory subject from other schools at UPES. 

Q:   What are the courses that UPES offers?
A: 

 UPES Dehradun offers over 72 courses at the UG, PG and PhD levels through nine schools and UPES Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). The courses are offered in multiple streams like Engineering, Management, Science, Business, etc. The university conducts its own entrance exams like UPESMET, UPESMET UG, UPESPAT, etc. for providing admission to specific courses. Apart from these, UPES Dehradun also accepts national-level entrance exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, CUET UG, NEET, JEE Main, etc. Candidates after completing Class 12 can apply for UG courses. A minimum of graduation is required for PG courses. 

Q:   Which are the BBA specialisations offered at UPES Dehradun?
A: 

UPES Dehradun offers BBA in 27 specialisations through the UPES School of Business and UPES School of Modern Media. Candidates after completing Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate can apply for the BBA course. Check below UPES BBA specialisations:

UPES Dehradun BBA Specialisations
Finance ManagementOperations ManagementMarketing Management
Human Resource BBA GlobalDigital Marketing
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According to NIRF 2022, the highest salary in India for management is 30 LPA, ranking 41st overall.

Industry alliances with KPMG, TATA Power, HPCL, Essar Oil, and more; 

Industry alliances with KPMG, TATA Power, HPCL, Essar Oil, and more; 

Course 

Eligibility Criteria

Fees 

Business

Minimum 50% marks in class X and XII

INR 9,62,000 (BBA)

INR 15,26,000 (MBA)

3. School of Design: Designers that can produce intelligent, inclusive, sensitive designs, whether to make major differences or tiny ones, are nurtured at UPES School of Design because they are accountable, agile, and capable of broad-based innovation. With an infrastructure that includes top-of-the-line computer workstations, vacuum forming machines, and spray painting booths, among other inventive learning aids and industry collaborations that weave practical learning with classroom instruction, students learn to use design-led problem-solving techniques to address the most pressing global issues.

Highlights

Italian collaboration with IED (The Istituto Europeo di Design)

superior laboratories and studios (Mac, CAD, Cintiq, Clay and Paint studio)

a permanent participant in the Cumulus Association and the World Design Organization (WDO)

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Q:   Does UPES Dehradun offers Integrated BBA-MBA course?
A: 

Yes, UPES Dehradun offers Integrated BBA-MBA course in four specialisations, namely Finance Management, Operations Management, Marketing Management and Human Resource. Candidates who have completed Class 10 and Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate can apply for the intergated course. The selection to Integrated BBA-MBA  course will be based on national and university-level entrance exams like UPESMET UG, UGAT or CUET UG followed by a personal interview round. As soon as the selection rounds are over, candidates are called for document verification round. Shortlisted aspirants need to pay a course fee to confirm their seat. The total tuition fee for Integrated BBA-MBA course is INR 14.02 Lacs as per an unofficial source. 

Q:   What are the specialisations offered in UPES Computer Science and Engineering?
A: 

The specialisations offered at UPES for BTech in Compurt Science and Engineering is mentioned below:

  • Full Stack Development
  • Cyber Security & Digital Forensics
  • DevOps
  • Cloud Computing and Virtualization Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Graphics & Gaming
  • Data Science
  • Internet of Things

No of Students Placed: 109

Highest Package: INR 15.16 LPA

Average Package: INR 6.53 LPA

 

4. SCHOOL OF LAW: In order to train students who may help shape the legal landscape, UPES School of Law blends a professionally planned curriculum with engaging teaching techniques. We foster students to become professionals who are sympathetic and knowledgeable about the "language of law" by providing them with faculty who are leading authorities in their fields, a world-class infrastructure with on-site moot courts for experiential learning, and ongoing engagements with industry and academic experts.

Highlights: 

Ranked 21st in India in the Law Category by NIRF 2022

Academic Partnership with The University of Law, UK

Exchange of faculty and students

Web-based courses

cooperation in research

interdisciplinary seminars

Course

Eligibility Criteria

Selection criteria

Exam mode

fees

Law

LLB: Senior Secondary and Higher Education Minimum 75% Marks (X and XII) LLM: Minimum 50% marks at the Senior Secondary (X and XII) and Higher Secondary (X and X) levels, as well as 50% in the LLB degree graduation. as an alternative

LLB: ULSAT / CLAT / LSAT- India / Board Marks


LLM: ULSAT –    LLM/CLAT-PG

Mode of Examination – Online test 

Test duration – LLB-ULSAT - 2.5 hours | ULSAT-LLM 2 hours

LLM : INR 2,46,00

     LLB: INR 1,154,000

5. SCHOOL OF LIBERAL STUDIES: 

Program Name

Eligibility Criteria

B.Sc. Economics with Data Science

50% in 10th & 12th

B.Sc. Applied Mathematics & Statistics

Math/Eco/ Pol.Sc. in 12th will be preferred.

B.Sc. Psychology & Behaviour

Non-Mathematics background students will undergo the Remedial Mathematics module in Semester 1

B.A Literature

50% in 10th & 12th Any Stream

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Aptitude Test/ Valid JEE Score - for candidates with a PCM background.

 

 

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