Three Global Universities Approved to Establish Campuses in India
Three foreign universities receive Letters of Approval for India campuses
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The Indian Ministry of Education has granted Letters of Approval to the University of Bristol, University of York, and University of New South Wales to establish campuses in India, enhancing the country's higher education landscape and aligning with the National Education Policy 2020's internationalisation goals.
- 01The University of Bristol and University of York will set up campuses in Mumbai, while UNSW will establish a campus in Bengaluru.
- 02Proposed programs include areas such as Finance, Data Science, Cyber Security, and Immersive Arts.
- 03This initiative is part of the NEP 2020's vision to promote India as a global study destination.
- 04Five Letters of Approval have been issued under UGC regulations for foreign higher education institutions in India.
- 05The establishment of these campuses aims to enhance educational access, promote academic mobility, and strengthen international partnerships.
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On Tuesday, the Indian Ministry of Education issued Letters of Approval to three prominent foreign universities: the University of Bristol, University of York, and University of New South Wales (UNSW). This initiative, celebrated at a ceremony attended by Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan, aligns with the National Education Policy 2020's vision for internationalisation. The University of Bristol and University of York will establish campuses in Mumbai, focusing on programs like Finance, Data Science, and Immersive Arts. UNSW plans to open its Bengaluru campus in August 2026, offering courses in Business and Cyber Security. These developments are expected to enhance the quality of education in India, promote two-way academic mobility, and strengthen research collaborations with the UK and Australia. With this approval, a total of five Letters of Approval have been granted to foreign institutions under UGC regulations, reflecting a growing confidence in India's educational ecosystem.
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The establishment of these campuses will provide Indian students with access to high-quality international education and foster academic partnerships.
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