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One thing I’m trying to understand before making a decision is what the typical paths after a CSE degree look like beyond placements.

How common is it for people to go for MS/MBA, research, startups, consulting, finance, public policy, and other non-traditional routes?

Also, if someone does want to switch fields later, how feasible is it to pursue a master’s in something that isn’t directly CS related? For example quantitative finance, energy systems, renewable energy,computational biology, bioinformatics or other interdisciplinary fields.

Any insights would be greatly appreciated.

Hi everyone,

I’m considering Materials Science and Engineering for my undergraduate degree and wanted to get a better understanding of the field.

How do you view the future of materials science, both in terms of research and career opportunities?

I’m also curious about how flexible the degree is when it comes to master’s programs and career paths. Can someone with a materials science background move into areas such as semiconductors, energy storage and batteries, renewable energy, biomaterials, nanotechnology, and related fields?

Any insights would be appreciated.

Hey everyone, I’m looking for insights on the current placement scene for the Materials Science branch at IIT Delhi. How are the campus opportunities across Core, Consulting, and Tech companies, and do non-core recruiters restrict this branch?

Pretty confused.

Should I really turn down NTU CSE and IIIT-H CSE for IITD Materials, or are people underestimating the value of a strong CS program and research ecosystem?

Looking beyond placements and thinking more about long-term opportunities, higher studies, startups, quant, MBA/MS, etc.

Would love to hear what seniors here would choose and why.

Pretty confused.

Should I really turn down NTU(Singapore) CSE and IIIT-H CSE for IITD Materials, or is the IITD tag/alumni network genuinely valuable enough long term to make this a real dilemma? Looking beyond just placements.

Hi everyone, I’m considering Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science (MEMS) and would appreciate some insights into the branch.

How are the placements in reality? Which companies typically hire MEMS students, and what kinds of roles do graduates usually end up in?

What are the long term career prospects of the branch? What do most students pursue after graduation and later in their careers: core roles, consulting, MBA, software, higher studies, or something else?

Any general thoughts on the branch would be helpful.

Thanks.

Hi everyone, I’m considering Materials Engineering at IIT Delhi and would appreciate some insights into the branch.

How are the placements in reality? Which companies typically hire Materials students, and what kinds of roles do graduates usually end up in?

What are the long term career prospects of the branch? What do most students pursue after graduation and later in their careers: core roles, consulting, MBA, software, higher studies, or something else?

Any general thoughts on the branch would be helpful.

Thanks.

I’m currently deciding between IIIT Hyderabad CSE and IIT Delhi Materials Science and would appreciate some perspectives from seniors.

I’m trying to think beyond immediate placements and more about where each option can lead over the next 10–15 years. I may eventually pursue an MBA from a top IIM or an MS abroad, and I’m also interested in keeping doors open for areas like quant, consulting, product management, startups, entrepreneurship, and emerging technology fields.

One factor making this decision difficult is that IITD Materials seems to offer the IIT Delhi brand, alumni network, and potentially more freedom to build a profile outside academics through internships, competitions,electives, clubs, startup work, CAT/GRE/UPSC/Masters preparation, etc. I’ve also heard that branch changes are possible at IIT Delhi (though obviously not guaranteed), which adds another variable to consider. On the other hand, IIIT-H CSE has a very strong reputation in computer science and provides direct exposure to AI, software, and related opportunities.

With GenAI changing the technology landscape and with increasing focus on areas like semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, energy, and AI infrastructure, I’m unsure whether it makes more sense to take the stronger CS program or the broader platform that IIT Delhi might provide.

If you were making this choice today with a long term focus on career growth, optionality, higher studies, business opportunities, and overall upside, which would you choose and why?