Bengaluru, May 27: The University of Liverpool, a member of the UK’s elite Russell Group of research-intensive universities, announced plans to establish its first foreign campus in Bengaluru, marking a significant milestone in the growing UK-India educational partnership.
The announcement was made at a high-level event attended by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, along with senior ministers including Dr. M.C. Sudhakar (Higher Education), Dinesh Gundu Rao (Health & Family Welfare), and M.B. Patil (Large & Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development). The state government extended full support to the initiative, hailing it as a step toward reinforcing Karnataka’s position as a global hub for education and innovation.
The new campus is expected to commence operations in 2026 and will initially offer undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Business Management, Accounting and Finance, Computer Science, Biomedical Sciences, and Game Design—fields in high demand among students and industries alike.
University Vice-Chancellor Professor Tim Jones highlighted Karnataka’s strength as a centre for knowledge and technology, stating that the campus would deliver high-quality education and collaborative research, with a strong focus on industry engagement. The initiative is expected to foster greater collaboration between academia and sectors such as IT, biotechnology, aerospace, and electronics.
Furthering its commitment to industry-academic synergy, the university signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Wipro Limited, Axis Bank, and TiE Bangalore. These partnerships will facilitate joint research projects, internships, skill development, and mentorship programmes for students.
“The University of Liverpool’s arrival is a significant boost to Karnataka’s vision of becoming an international education hub,” said CM Siddaramaiah. “We are committed to supporting this prestigious institution in every possible way.”
British Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka, Chandru Iyer, described the move as a strong symbol of the deepening UK-India relationship. He noted that the project aligns with ongoing initiatives such as the UK-India Free Trade Agreement and the Technology Security Initiative, aimed at fostering innovation and economic growth.
Minister M.B. Patil noted that the campus would benefit startups, MSMEs, and research ecosystems in the state through co-developed curricula, innovation platforms, and world-class mentorship.
The University of Liverpool already maintains longstanding ties with Karnataka-based institutions, including a two-decade collaboration with NIMHANS, which has influenced global vaccine policies. The new campus is expected to broaden the university’s engagement in India and create opportunities for both Indian and international students.
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