The Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies successfully organised a Winter Global Immersion Programme in collaboration with Immersion Global at Middlesex University Dubai in 2024. Two of our students, one from BBA. – Business Administration (Hons.) and another from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), participated in this enriching experience from November 5 to November 16, 2024

An incredible opportunity for Indian students to travel, explore, and learn! International University Immersion Programmes are thoughtfully curated at some of the world’s top universities and institutions to provide a global edge in learning and set students up for success.

In the Winter Immersion Programme 2024, organised by Immersion Global, SRM AP University students embarked on a transformative two-week journey. They had the unique privilege of participating in a prestigious programme at Middlesex University Dubai.

Our students immersed themselves in the vibrant technological hub of Dubai, UAE, gaining hands-on experience and valuable insights into cutting-edge advancements.

Programme Highlights:

• Explored innovative business models and entrepreneurship.
• Acquired skills in Design Thinking, Digital Marketing, and the fundamentals of Management & Financial Studies.
• Attended specialised courses on Accounting, Marketing Strategies, and Leading in a Cross-Cultural Context.
• Engaged in sessions on Business and Sustainability, Leading and Managing Change, and understanding the integration of AI in Business Leadership theories.

Alongside their academic endeavors, students were captivated by Dubai’s technological innovations and architectural marvels. Their journey also took them to the vibrant cities of the UAE—Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi—where they embraced cultural diversity, explored local cuisines, and overcame barriers of tradition and innovation, further enriching their global outlook.

This exceptional experience reflects not only the outstanding leadership and technical expertise of our student Kesava but also the world-class education and unwavering support provided by SRM University-AP. We are incredibly proud of Kesava and his team and eagerly anticipate their future achievements in the realm of remote sensing and beyond.

The Directorate of International Relations & Higher Studies welcomed the students and faculty from Ryukoku University, Japan for the “Discover India 2025 ” programme.

A 4-day Discover India 2025 programme conducted by the Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies was inaugurated by Dr K A Sunitha – Associate Professor and Head, Department of  Electronics and Communication Engineering alongside Dr Mahesh Kumar Ravva – Associate Professor and Assistant Dean Research; Dr Ishita Sar – Assistant Professor from Paari School of Business and Prof. P Vivekananda Shanmuganathan – Professor, Mechanical Engineering. “Discover India 2025” is a flagship initiative of the university to promote India’s cultural and knowledge traditions.

Dr Sudeshna Saha, Assistant Director of International Relations and Higher Studies, received the international students at the grand inaugural ceremony of the programme. Students participated in various short courses on research area, visits were made to Electronic Cooling Lab, Computer Science and Engineering labs, Research Lab’s, Civil Engineering Labs and Drone and Centre for Geospatial Technologies.

A discussion was held with the IR & HS team and with the leadership team regarding various mobility programmes, including Student and Faculty Exchange, Transfer Programmes, Joint Research initiatives, and opportunities for mutual collaboration between Ryukoku University and SRM University-AP.

An interactive session was organised for Destination Japan students currently learning Japanese at SRM University-AP, supported by SRM Global. Professors Otsu Hirotaka & Prof. Kimura Mutsumi delivered an engaging presentation on Ryukaku University, highlighting job and internship opportunities in Japan. The session provided a platform for Destination Japan students to interact with peers learning Japanese. Over 52 students actively participated, making the event a resounding success.

As part of the “Discover India” programme, SRM University-AP organised an industrial visit to HCL Technologies Limited, Vijayawada, on February 26, 2025. A total of 15 participants, including professors, staff, and students from Ryukoku University, Forum Engineering, and SRM University-AP, attended. The Japanese group had a valuable experience, interacting with HCL’s Health Center and the Head of Training and Recruitment team.

Participants visited landmarks such as the Dhyana Buddha statue, Bhavani Island and the Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada, deepening their appreciation of Indian culture.

The Directorate of International Relations & Higher Studies welcomed the students and faculty from Nihon University and Forum Engineering, Japan to the “Discover India 2025” programme.

A 4-day event, the Discover India 2025 programme conducted by the Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies was inaugurated by the honourable Vice Chancellor of SRM University-AP, Prof. Manoj K Arora, in the presence of Prof. C V Tomy, Dean – School of Engineering and Sciences; Prof. Vishnupad, Dean – Easwari School of Liberal Arts; Dr Raviteja KVNS, Assistant Professor & Head-Department of Civil Engineering; Prof. P Vivekananda Shanmuganathan, Professor-Mechanical Engineering; and Dr Pranav R T Peddinti, Assistant Professor-Department of Civil Engineering. “Discover India 2025” is a flagship initiative of the university to promote India’s cultural and knowledge traditions.

Dr Sudeshna Saha, Assistant Director of International Relations and Higher Studies, received the international students at the grand inaugural ceremony of the programme. Students participated in various short courses on research area introduction Mechanical Engineering/ Lab and Centre Visit, Electronic Cooling Lab, Computer Science and Engineering and visit to Research Lab’s, Civil Engineering Labs and Drone and Geospatial technologies. Dr Pranav R T Peddinti and Mr Balu from the department of Civil Engineering gave presentations on Robotics and Prof. Vivekanandan from the Department of Mechanical Engineering offered an overview on Additive Manufacturing & Bio Printing Materials.

Discussion were held with the IR & HS team and with the leadership team regarding various mobility programmes, including Student and Faculty Exchange, Transfer Programmes, Joint Research initiatives, and opportunities for mutual collaboration between Nihon University and SRM University-AP.

An interactive session was organised for Destination Japan students who are currently learning Japanese at SRM University-AP. Prof. Toriizuka Takashi & Prof. Kamei Yasuko delivered an engaging presentation on Nihon University, highlighting job and internship opportunities in Japan. The session provided a platform for Destination Japan students to interact with peers learning Japanese. Over 63 students actively participated, making the event a resounding success.

The industrial visit saw participation from a total of 13 members, including 2 professors, 1 staff member , and 6 students from Nihon University and Forum Engineering, as well as 2 staff members and 2 students from SRM University-AP. As part of the “Discover India” programme, SRM University AP organised an industrial visit on February 06, 2025, for the Japanese delegation from Nihon University and Forum Engineering. The group visited the Dr Narla Tata Rao Thermal Power Station in Ibrahimpatnam. The power plant is one of the coal-based power plants of APGENCO.

The visit began with a brief introduction of the team, followed by a presentation on the Ibrahimpatnam Coal-Based Power Station. After the presentation, the group toured the entire power station, including the coal heating and cooling units, gaining an understanding of the coal-based power generation process and how electricity is supplied to the Vijayawada region.

The Aadigyam Programme 2023 organized by the Directorate of IR & HS, SRM University-AP welcomed faculty and students from The Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), Malaysia, for a 5-day immersive programme from Aug 16th to Aug 20th 2024.

Aadigyan Indian immersion program was inaugurated by the honourable Vice Chancellor of SRM University-AP, Prof. Manoj K Arora, Bharadhwaj Sivakumaran, Jayaseelan Murugaiyan, Mr Sidharth Tripathy and Vishnupad. “Aadigyan India Immersion 2024” is a flagship initiative of the university to promote India’s cultural and knowledge traditions.

Students participated in various short courses on Future Prospects and Introduction – Design Thinking By Mr. Satya – PSB, Entrepreneurial Mindset. Introduction of Thinking Like an Entrepreneur dynamic sessions were held on entrepreneurship and innovation by Mr. Sidharth Tripathy, Introduction to Business Insight: Today and Beyond- Dr. Kamesh – PSB, Introduction to Digital Marketing Mastery Dr Rohit / Dr Md Asadul – PSB

This collaborative initiative also focused on promoting the rich heritage of Andhra Pradesh where the students from Malaysia were taken to experience the natural landscapes and cultural delicacies of the state.

Dr. Sudeshna Saha, Assistant Director of International Relations and Higher Studies, conducted a discussion with the IR & HS team and the leadership team on various mobility programs. The topics included Student and Faculty Exchange, Transfer Programs, Joint Research Initiatives, and exploring opportunities for mutual collaboration between Tokyo University and SRM University AP

The industrial visit saw participation from a total of 13 members, including 1 professor, and 7 students from UTP Malaysia, as well as 2 staff members and 2 students from SRM University AP.

As part of the 5 days Indian Immersion Program, SRM University AP organized an industrial visit on August 18th, 2024, for the Malaysia professor and students. The group visited the Coca-Cola factory, where they first interacted with the head of the department and watched an instructional video outlining the guidelines and safety precautions for the tour.

Following this, the students were taken to the simulation room, where they observed the production process of Thumbs Up and other flavored beverages. They then toured various sections of the plant to see how different drinks are bottled and packed.

The visit began with a brief introduction of the team, followed by a presentation on the Ibrahimpatnam Coal-Based Power Station. After the presentation, the group toured the entire power station, including the coal heating and cooling units, gaining an understanding of the coal-based power generation process and how electricity is supplied to the Vijayawada region.

They also got to visit the famous landmarks of Vijayawada, such as the Dhyana Buddha statue, Prakasham Barrage, etc.

SRM University-AP welcomed Japanese faculty from “Toyo University from Japan”. rich cultural landscape of India through the Aadigyan – Indian Immersion Program from february 21st to 24th, 2024. These 4-days program conducted by the Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies was inaugurated by the honorable Vice Chancellor of SRM University-AP, Prof. Manoj K Arora. Aadigyan is a flagship initiative of the university to promote India’s cultural and knowledge traditions.

Our “Discover India Programme” is a transformative journey where innovation meets tradition. SRM University-AP unfolds its collaborative tapestry with Toyo University, #Japan. Witness the dawn of a new era in academia, brimming with opportunities that promise to revolutionize our educational landscape. We are honored to host our distinguished guests Prof. Akihiro Matsumoto, Dean of Science and Engineering, Toyo University, Prof. Sho Yokota, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Toyo University, Mr. Yutaka Kikuchi, Operating Officer, Forum Engineering Inc.

Who are steering the venture towards unparalleled educational milestones with Ms. Aditi Jain, Director IR and HS, SRMAP, Dr. Mannathan Subramaniyan, Associate Director IR and HS, SRMAP, Dr Jatindra Kumar Dash, Associate Dean in-charge – (Engineering) SEAS, Dr. Tousif Khan N, SMIEEE, MIE, Head of the Department, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Dr. Vinod Kumar, Head Of Department – Mechanical Engineering, SRMAP.

This enlightening gathering was more than a meeting of minds; it was a fusion of cutting-edge research and shared visions. The delegates engaged intimately with our esteemed faculty and brilliant research scholars from the Mechanical and Electrical and Electronics Engineering Departments, sparking dialogues that promise to kindle innovative research collaborations.

Their exploration of our state-of-the-art research facilities provided a window into the advanced realm of EV Research Technologies at SRM University-AP. The visit illuminated the potential for groundbreaking advancements in sustainable technology, reflecting our commitment to pioneering solutions for a greener future.

The academic engagement was beautifully complemented by industry visits to Efftronics Systems Pvt Ltd and Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt Ltd, where practical insights and real-world applications bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and industrial praxis.

Culminating the visit, our guests were immersed in the rich tapestry of Indian culture, exploring the serene Amaravati Buddha Statue, the sacred Amareswara Swamy Temple, and the historic Durga Temple in Vijayawada. This cultural odyssey not only showcased the heritage of our region but also fostered a deeper mutual respect and understanding, enriching the fabric of our international collaboration.

As we reflect on these three days of intellectual exchange, cultural immersion, and visionary exploration, we are filled with hope and excitement for the future collaborations that will undoubtedly emerge from this fertile groundwork. We stand on the brink of a new dawn in global education, ready to innovate, inspire, and transform together.