Symbiosis International University (SIU) has partnered with Aston University, UK, to introduce an innovative undergraduate dual degree programme. This collaboration offers students the unique opportunity to study in both Dubai and Birmingham, earning dual qualifications from two globally recognized institutions.
The programme, scheduled to begin in September 2025, is designed to span four years, with students spending the first two years at SIU’s newly established Dubai campus and the final two years at Aston University in Birmingham. Upon completion, students will graduate with two prestigious degrees: a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from SIU and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business and Management from Aston University.
The dual-degree programme marks Symbiosis International University’s first international initiative of its kind in Dubai, with its inaugural cohort beginning in June 2025. This strategic collaboration was formalized in June 2024 through a partnership agreement aimed at fostering academic innovation across India, the UK, and Dubai.
The partnership encompasses joint efforts in teaching, research, executive education, conferences, and the exchange of best practices. Professor Aleks Subic, Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of Aston University, and Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro-Chancellor of SIU, officiated the agreement.
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Professor Subic commented, “This collaboration strengthens ties between our universities and campuses in the UK and Dubai, paving the way for joint academic programme delivery and advancing our shared goals for internationalisation.”
This dual-degree programme represents a progressive approach to global education, combining diverse academic and cultural experiences to prepare students for leadership roles in an increasingly interconnected world. With dual credentials, students will gain a competitive edge in the international job market, equipped with the skills and perspectives to excel on the global stage.
