Karnataka Partners with British Council for SCOUT Undergraduate Program
Karnataka government signs MoU with British Council for undergrad programme
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The Karnataka government has reintroduced the SCOUT (Scholars for Outstanding Undergraduate Students) program in collaboration with the British Council and six public universities. This initiative will provide 30 exceptional undergraduate students a fully-funded two-week residential experience at a UK university, enhancing their employability and skills.
- 01The SCOUT program is a fully-funded initiative aimed at outstanding undergraduate students in Karnataka.
- 02In 2024, five students participated in the program hosted by East London University.
- 03The MoU was signed during the Campus2Career summit, which focused on employability and skill development.
- 04Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the need for translating higher education enrollment into employment opportunities.
- 05Higher Education Minister MC Sudhakar mentioned that several international universities, including Birkbeck, University of London, are establishing presence in Bengaluru.
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The Karnataka State Higher Education Council (KSHEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the British Council and six public universities to revive the SCOUT (Scholars for Outstanding Undergraduate Students) program. This initiative aims to provide 30 outstanding undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in a fully-funded, two-week residential program at a selected university in the UK. The program was previously hosted by East London University in 2024, although it was not held in 2025. The signing of the MoU took place during the Campus2Career summit, which focused on enhancing employability and skill development by bridging the gap between academia and industry. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah highlighted the importance of ensuring that higher education translates into tangible employment outcomes for students. Additionally, Higher Education Minister MC Sudhakar encouraged corporate entities to establish centers of excellence in government colleges and announced that several international universities, including Birkbeck, University of London, are set to open campuses in Bengaluru.
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The SCOUT program will provide significant opportunities for Karnataka's undergraduate students, enhancing their skills and employability in a global context.
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