University of Manchester plans India centre in Bengaluru to help Indian students find jobs back home

The University of Manchester is set to open a new centre in Bengaluru, India, aimed at assisting Indian students in finding employment opportunities upon their return home. Vice-Chancellor Duncan Ivison stated that the centre will facilitate academic pursuits for Indian students studying at the university while also helping those currently pursuing higher education secure jobs and internships in their home country.

The centre will establish connections with industry partners, educational institutions, and government agencies. Prof. Ivison highlighted that recent meetings with alumni in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai have provided valuable insights into the Indian job market and industry demands.

Currently, the university has over 50,000 students, with approximately one-third possessing some form of work experience or engaging in entrepreneurial activities. In addition to the international centre, the university plans to establish a museum in Bengaluru, focusing on the integration of art, culture, and STEM education. Prof. Ivison emphasized that art and culture can contribute to solving complex problems beyond science and technology.

The Manchester Museum has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bengaluru Science Gallery to collaborate on this project.

Popular programs among Indian students at the university include engineering, computer science, and business studies, followed by social sciences and humanities. The university also maintains a strong partnership with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), offering a joint PhD programme involving 15 Indian and Manchester students working together on research projects in AI, clean energy, quantum technology, and life sciences.

These initiatives aim to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering mutual growth and development in India.