In a significant leap toward internationalising India’s higher education landscape, Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan presided over the Letter of Intent (LoI) handover ceremony to the University of Liverpool in New Delhi. This marks the second LoI granted under the UGC’s 2023 regulations for foreign higher educational institutions to set up campuses in India, reinforcing the country’s growing reputation as a trusted global education partner.
The LoI was presented in the presence of key dignitaries, including British High Commissioner to India Ms. Lindy Cameron, UGC Interim Chair Dr. Vineet Joshi, and top leadership from the University of Liverpool, including Vice-Chancellor Prof. Tim Jones and Pro-Vice-Chancellor Prof. Tariq Ali. Representatives from the Ministry of External Affairs, the Ministry of Education, and other stakeholders also attended the event.
Minister Pradhan emphasised that the collaboration is a direct reflection of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020’s transformative goals—promoting rooted, global, and future-ready education. He reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, noting that establishing global academic partnerships is key to this national aspiration.
Highlighting the importance of research, innovation, and STEM education, the Minister welcomed the University of Liverpool’s focus on creating a research-driven ecosystem in its upcoming Bengaluru campus. The institution’s emphasis on sustainability, health, wellness, and global innovation aligns with India’s commitment to the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—the world is one family.
Set to welcome its first batch of students in August 2026, the Bengaluru campus of the University of Liverpool will offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in high-demand fields including Business Management, Computer Science, Accounting & Finance, Biomedical Sciences, and notably, Game Design—making it the first UK university in India to introduce this cutting-edge discipline.
The new campus will serve as a hub for both foundational and applied research, tackling global and local challenges through innovation and collaboration. Strong ties with industry partners, a network of successful alumni, and a focus on entrepreneurship will equip students with real-world skills and global employability.
Indian students enrolled at the Bengaluru campus will gain access to Liverpool’s global mobility scheme, allowing them to experience international academic exchanges and benefit from a curriculum designed to meet global industry benchmarks. Courses will be delivered by an international faculty, preparing students to thrive in an interconnected, competitive world.
Further cementing the UK-India educational partnership, three MoUs were signed at the event with leading organisations, including the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), AstraZeneca Pharma India, YouWeCan, and Dream11. These partnerships aim to explore collaborative opportunities in healthcare, research, and technology-driven innovation.
