BTech Chemical Engineering Student Aspiring for MS in Renewable Energy in Germany or Japan: When to Start?

Ans: Hello Sudesh,

First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am happy to hear that your son is currently pursuing the 3rd year of his Bachelor’s of Technology degree in Chemical Engineering from VIT Vellore and wishes to pursue his Master’s further. To answer your question first, I would like to inform you that to pursue his Master’s of Science (MS) in Chemical Engineering, your son can take into account countries like the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Australia, Canada, and even Germany. There are a number of prestigious universities in these countries. Among these are Imperial College London in the UK; Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) in the USA; the University of Melbourne in Australia; the University of Toronto in Canada; and TU Munich in Germany. Your son can consider applying to any of these universities. I would recommend that he conducts an extensive research on the programs he intends enrolling in, the prerequisites for admission to these programs, and the different scholarships and financial aid options available. Not just that, prior to making an educated choice, your son should also factor in the cost, the location, the blend of cultures, as well as the possible employment prospects.

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Ans: Hello Husna. To begin with, thank you for contacting us.
Coming to the question, it is understandable that you have certain concerns regarding your son’s education in the USA. Given the potential burden regarding finances, here are some factors that you can consider.
1. Encourage your son to explore various funding options in the USA. This includes researching about various scholarships, finance assistance, tuition-fee waivers and stipend for research or teaching assistance.
2. Universities offer career services for its students. This could be an advantage for your son for better job prospects and connecting with potential employers.
3. Consider Return on Investment (ROI) by pursuing a master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University. Consider job prospects, annual gross salary, demand in the market, etc.
4. A master’s degree is considered one option, your son can consider alternative academic paths like certifications or diploma.

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Ans: Better to join M.Tech after industry experience.I am not fully aware of present cost