Originally published as a press release via PR Newswire on February 7, 2020. Source: theweek.in
Shoolini University Partners with AWS Academy
Himachal Pradesh-based Shoolini University has announced its participation in AWS Academy, an Amazon Web Services (AWS) programme that equips higher education institutions with a ready-to-teach cloud computing curriculum. The partnership gives Shoolini students direct access to AWS-developed course content and a structured route toward earning industry-recognised AWS Certifications.
The announcement, made in Solan, India, marks a significant step in bridging the gap between academic learning and the skills demanded by today’s cloud-driven job market.
What the Programme Offers Students
- Semester-long courses: AWS Academy courses at Shoolini will run for a full semester, giving students sustained, in-depth exposure to cloud concepts and AWS services.
- No cost to students: The courses are available free of charge. Engineering and management departments will be the first to offer the curriculum, with other departments to follow.
- Hands-on, certification-ready training: Students who complete the programme and pass the relevant AWS Certification examination will become AWS Certified, a credential widely recognised by employers globally.
- Accredited educators: Courses are delivered by AWS Academy-accredited educators who receive direct training from AWS, ensuring instructional quality and technical accuracy.
Why AWS Academy Matters for Engineering Students
Cloud computing has become foundational infrastructure for organisations of all sizes. AWS holds a significant share of the global cloud market, and demand for professionals skilled in AWS services — from compute and storage to machine learning and DevOps tooling — continues to grow. Programmes like AWS Academy aim to close the skills gap by ensuring graduates enter the workforce with practical, verifiable cloud expertise rather than purely theoretical knowledge.
The AWS Academy curriculum is developed and maintained by AWS subject-matter experts, keeping course content aligned with current AWS services and evolving best practices. This is a key advantage over generic cloud courses: the material is updated as the platform itself evolves.
Institutional Perspective
Shoolini University Vice Chancellor Prof. P.K. Khosla commented on the partnership:
“We are proud to make the AWS Academy curriculum available to our students. Cloud computing has become the new normal for organisations around the world, and the technical skills that students develop through this programme will position them well for their careers today and in the future.”
— Prof. P.K. Khosla, Vice Chancellor, Shoolini University
Scott McKinley, AWS Academy Global Team Lead at Amazon Web Services, Inc., also outlined the broader mission behind the programme:
“We created AWS Academy to develop the next generation of cloud computing professionals by working collaboratively with higher education institutions and industry partners. Our goal is to build a pipeline of AWS-trained professionals who can help drive innovation as cloud computing becomes the new normal.”
— Scott McKinley, AWS Academy Global Team Lead, Amazon Web Services, Inc.
About Shoolini University
Founded in 2009 and located in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, Shoolini University is a UGC-recognised private research university. Operating as a not-for-profit institution, it has received accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and is ranked under India’s National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). The university is noted for its emphasis on innovation, industry placements, and research output.
About AWS Academy
AWS Academy is a global programme that partners with accredited colleges and universities to provide educators and students with a free, ready-to-teach cloud computing curriculum. Member institutions gain access to course materials, hands-on labs, and educator training — all aligned with AWS Certification paths. The programme is designed to ensure that graduating students are job-ready for cloud roles from day one.