Vellore Institute of Technology and Autodesk Partner to Launch State-of-the- Art Design and Make Studio

New studio to provide students with hands-on experience using Autodesk’s advanced technology

Vellore, April 7, 2025 – Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), today, has announced the launch of a state-of-the-art Design and Make Studio, developed in partnership with Autodesk. This new initiative aims to provide students with direct access to industry-leading design and make technology, fostering creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills essential for the modern workforce.

The VIT-Autodesk Design and Make Studio will serve as a dynamic learning space where students can engage in real-world design and make challenges using Autodesk’s advanced software suite, including Fusion. The cloud-based 3D CAD, CAM, and CAE tool, integrated with generative design (GD) technology, will allow students to develop sustainable and efficient design and manufacturing solutions, preparing them for the evolving demands of the industry.

“Our goal is to create an environment where students can immerse themselves in cutting-edge design technology practices,” said Dr. G. Viswanathan, Chancellor, VIT University. “By launching this Design and Make Studio in partnership with Autodesk, we are equipping our students with future- ready skills and hands-on experience that will give them a competitive edge in careers spanning engineering, architecture, and product design.”

The new Design and Make Studio will act as a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together students from various engineering and design backgrounds to work on projects that address real-world challenges. With this launch, VIT reinforces its position as a leader in experiential learning, driving innovation, and setting new benchmarks for technical education in India.

“At Autodesk, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation of engineers and designers with the right tools and knowledge,” said Parminder Singh, Design and Manufacturing, Autodesk, India & SAARC. “Through the Autodesk design and make studio, the students will get access to the latest design technology solutions especially with future technologies such as AI that will further nurture innovation and creativity, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the future of design and make industry.”

Autodesk is committed to empowering students and educators with the required tools and training needed and make them industry ready. In India, more than five million students across 14,000 secondary and post-secondary institutions are gaining hands-on experience with our technology. By expanding access to latest technology and fostering industry-relevant learning, Autodesk is enabling the workforce of the future.