In a landmark move for global education in India, the University of Liverpool has announced the launch of its first overseas campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka, slated for 2026. The announcement was made at a high-profile event in Bengaluru on May 27, 2025, attended by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and key officials from the Karnataka government.
This historic initiative strengthens UK-India ties in education, research, and innovation, with the Bengaluru campus set to offer globally recognized academic programmes and foster industry-academic partnerships.
This historic initiative strengthens UK-India ties in education, research, and innovation, with the Bengaluru campus set to offer globally recognized academic programmes and foster industry-academic partnerships.
Key Highlights of the University of Liverpool’s India Campus Launch:
- First Foreign Campus in India:
This marks the University of Liverpool’s first international campus and also the first UK university to open a physical campus in Bengaluru
- Opening Year:
The Bengaluru campus is expected to begin operations in 2026
- Strategic Location – Karnataka:
Bengaluru, known as India’s tech and knowledge hub, was chosen for its thriving innovation ecosystem and academic excellence.
- Official Support:
CM Siddaramaiah said, “Karnataka has always been at the forefront of education and innovation… We welcome them wholeheartedly.”
- Initial Academic Programmes:
The campus will offer degrees in:
- Business Management
- Accounting and Finance
- Computer Science
- Biomedical Sciences
- Game Design
(All first-of-their-kind in India from a UK university)
- Industry Partnerships:
To bridge academia and industry, the university signed MoUs with:
- Wipro Limited
- Axis Bank
- TiE Bangalore
- Research Collaborations:
- 20-year partnership with NIMHANS
- Collaborations with IISc Bengaluru
- Corporate alliances with Hindustan Unilever
- Global Education & Innovation Focus:
Vice-Chancellor Professor Tim Jones stated that the Bengaluru campus will be a platform to deliver transformative education and research by working with local institutions, communities, and industries
About the University of Liverpool
- Established in 1881, it is a research-intensive university and a proud member of the UK’s elite Russell Group
- Consistently ranked among the top 175 universities globally
- Has a long-standing relationship with Indian academia and research organisations.
Conclusion
The launch of the University of Liverpool’s India campus not only highlights India’s growing role in global education but also opens new doors for students, researchers, and industry leaders in Karnataka and beyond. The move is expected to set a benchmark for international collaboration, innovation, and academic excellence in India.
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