I am interested in automation in manufacturing, what are the master’s courses in the US which could help me mould for such a career? - N Arun  The field first gained prominence when the Japanese revolutionised production through automation in the late 1970s. Manufacturing automation continues to grow. Look for public universities in the US in states such as Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota, for the biggest return on investment. Graduate school is as much about in-class learning as the opportunity to intern with companies and network with customers who use this technology. While a QES ranking might place a rural university high in this field, think about what networking opportunities you may have before you commit to an MS programme.