India, March 21 -- Back in 2007, pursuing a Master's degree in Economics in tandem with a degree in Mechanical Engineering wouldn't have sounded quite right. Many would have questioned its relevance. But today, it seems that engineering colleges have finally understood the changing market requirements and are encouraging students to opt for subjects beyond a specific field.

According to reports, engineering students can now opt for humanities as well as commerce-oriented courses along with engineering. The approval for the same has been granted by the All India Council for Technical Education. Commenting on the issue, AICTE Chairperson Anil Sahasrabudhe threw light on the growing infrastructure within the engineering colleges.

Moreover, r...