The international officers capacity building programme aligns well with internationalisation of Indian Education as outlined in NEP2020. The programme focusses in knowledge sharing and facilitating internationalisation agenda of Indian HEIs. The programme covers all categories of HEIs in India – universities public/private, central, and state, technical institutions.

Karnataka

The British Council and the Government of Karnataka, under the MoU, have jointly launched the Capacity Building for International Officers programme, aimed at strengthening the internationalisation efforts of higher education institutions across Karnataka. Supported by the Karnataka State Higher Education Council (KSHEC), 28 universities were shortlisted, and over 58 participants took part in this specially designed workshop.

The valedictory session concluded on a high note, underscoring the vital role of university international offices in enhancing the quality of teaching and learning, fostering research collaborations, and enriching the overall student experience. A total of 58 participants from 28 universities across Karnataka have been successfully trained and certified—marking a significant step forward in advancing India–UK partnerships in higher education.

Maharashtra

The British Council, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra under the MoU, has launched the Capacity Building for Internationalisation in Higher Education. This programme aimed at enhancing the internationalisation capabilities of higher education institutions in Maharashtra. This initiative, supported by the Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra, has brought together 34 participants representing 19 universities. This workshop is designed to strengthen the internationalisation efforts of Indian universities.

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