Can you compare computer science at UPES and Thapar University, Patiala?

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DEVANI RUTVI HIMATBHAI

2 months ago

Reputation & Ranking

Thapar University generally has a stronger legacy and better national ranking in engineering.
UPES is known for niche specializations, especially in emerging tech fields, but is relatively younger.

Fees

UPES has higher tuition (often ?15–20L+ for 4 years).
Thapar is more affordable, though still premium (around ?14–16L total).

Campus & Facilities

Both have modern labs, libraries, and strong infrastructure.
UPES is in Dehradun with a scenic campus; Thapar is in Patiala with a large, traditional engineering campus.

Placements

Thapar: More consistent and broader industry connections; higher median

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Reputation & Ranking<ul data-start="160" data-end="373"><li data-start="160" data-end="261">Thapar University generally has a stronger legacy and better national ranking in engineering.</li><li data-start="262" data-end="373">UPES is known for niche specializations, especially in emerging tech fields, but is relatively younger.</li></ul> Fees<ul data-start="389" data-end="534"><li data-start="389" data-end="454">UPES has higher tuition (often ?15–20L+ for 4 years).</li><li data-start="455" data-end="534">Thapar is more affordable, though still premium (around ?14–16L total).</li></ul> Campus & Facilities<ul data-start="565" data-end="742"><li data-start="565" data-end="629">Both have modern labs, libraries, and strong infrastructure.</li><li data-start="630" data-end="742">UPES is in Dehradun with a scenic campus; Thapar is in Patiala with a large, traditional engineering campus.</li></ul> Placements<ul data-start="764" data-end="1007"><li data-start="764" data-end="865">Thapar: More consistent and broader industry connections; higher median salary for CSE grads.</li><li data-start="866" data-end="1007">UPES: Good placement for top performers, especially in companies looking for specialised domains, but averages are lower than Thapar.</li></ul> Curriculum<ul data-start="1029" data-end="1200"><li data-start="1029" data-end="1107">UPES offers more specialized tracks (AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science).</li><li data-start="1108" data-end="1200">Thapar focuses on core computer Science fundamentals with flexibility for electives</li></ul>