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Business Standard
20-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Deakin University GIFT City Campus, India, announced 'Winner' at Economic Times Education Excellence Awards 2025
PRNewswire New Delhi [India], June 20: Deakin University is proud to announce that its GIFT City Campus in Gandhinagar, India, has been awarded 'Winner' in the category of 'Outstanding in Adopting NEP Strategies' at the prestigious Economic Times Education Excellence Awards 2025. The awards ceremony, held at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, New Delhi, brought together distinguished educational leaders from across the country. This milestone not only recognises the landmark India's first international branch campus initiative but also celebrates Deakin's three-decade legacy of deep engagement with India. Since becoming the first university to establish an office in India in 1994, Deakin has fostered enduring partnerships across India's academia, industry, and government, forging the path for this transformative new campus. Established in 2024, the campus represents a new model for higher education in India. It is globally benchmarked, digitally empowered, and deeply aligned with the transformative vision of India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. "It's an enormous privilege to be part of India's education transformation and support the Indian Government's NEP 2020 ambitions. Our Deakin GIFT City campus provides access to a world-class education for Indian students on their home soil, whilst building on Deakin's deep and longstanding connection and friendship with India. Being in the heart of GIFT City allows us to facilitate opportunities with key global industry tech and finance players," said Professor Iain Martin, Vice-Chancellor, Deakin University. Deakin's GIFT City Campus is the first international branch campus in India. Focused on preparing students for the rapidly advancing digital economy, it offers a vibrant atmosphere that includes cybersecurity laboratories and state-of-the-art digital classrooms. It also facilitates internship opportunities with onsite industry partners. "This is not just a win for Deakin, it's a win for the India-Australia education partnership," said Ravneet Pawha, Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia), Deakin University. "Our GIFT City Campus builds on years of meaningful collaboration and trust earned in India. It reflects Deakin's unique positioning to bring international education closer to Indian aspirations." The GIFT City campus currently offers postgraduate programs in Cybersecurity and Business Analytics, designed with Indian industry partners and delivered at the same standards as offered in Australia. Its first successful placement cycle concluded recently, with students securing paid internships and future roles at National Australia Bank's India Innovation Centre. Deakin's GIFT City Campus has been purpose-built for scalability and sustainability, both across its physical and academic structure. Powered by Deakin's award-winning advanced tech for education delivery model, students benefit from AI-powered learning platforms, virtual labs, and simulations, alongside holistic learner support systems and access-enabling scholarships. As a campus grounded in Deakin's philosophy of 'In India, With India, For India', this recognition affirms their role in helping India realise its NEP goals through globally relevant, locally delivered education. To know more about the Deakin University GIFT City Campus, please visit About Deakin University Established in 1974, Deakin is Australia's most progressive University with a focus on delivering outcomes that benefit the whole of society through exploring and developing great ideas. Deakin excels in both education and research globally and has more than 65 global partnerships. Deakin's South Asia operations commenced in 1994 at New Delhi, India, making it one of the first overseas education providers to set up operations in this region. Here, Deakin engages with the government, industry, and academia to share its vibrant education and research culture. Our strong global footprint allows us to connect with students and partners around the world through our presence in China, Europe, India, Indonesia, South and Central America, and Sri Lanka.
Bloomberg
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Allegra Stratton: Can Restoration, not Revolution, Work for UK?
Today I'd love you to read this wonderful dispatch from our Irina Anghel. She's been to Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, the island where Donald Trump's mother was born, to see how they are braced for the effect of her son's tariffs. It's illustrated with a beautiful photo portrait by Emily Macinnes of fourth-generation Harris Tweed weaver Iain Martin, dressed in a handsome wool blazer, working on his loom at home.
Business Standard
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Deakin University GIFT City Campus unveils scholarships for India's most in-demand career pathways
VMPL Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], May 23: The Deakin University GIFT City Campus, India, proudly announces a robust Scholarship and Bursary Program for Indian students aspiring to join the July 2025 intake. This initiative directly addresses the growing demand for high-quality global education aligned with the top career trends of 2025 and beyond, making Deakin's globally recognised programs more accessible and rewarding for ambitious Indian students. Professor Iain Martin, Vice-Chancellor, Deakin University expands upon the larger vision behind the campus initiative, 'Deakin's GIFT City Campus is an incredible opportunity to deepen our engagement with India, one of the world's fastest-growing economies, and provide access to a world-class education for Indian students, delivered in India by Deakin alongside industry partners.' With job markets evolving rapidly, Deakin's Master of Business Analytics and Master of Cyber Security (Professional) programs at the GIFT City campus are designed to place graduates at the forefront of India's most sought-after industries that will drive crucial transformation in India's digital and economic transformation. To support talented Indian students on their career journey, Deakin announces the following for the July 2025 intake: * 25% Merit Scholarship for students demonstrating academic excellence, leadership potential, and community impact. * 20% Accelerator Bursary for all eligible students, to support their educational investment and career aspirations. This initiative reflects Deakin's ongoing commitment to excellence, access, and equity as it builds India's first international branch campus by an Australian university. The Scholarship and Bursary Program is also a strategic step to ensure that students can pursue globally benchmarked education while maintaining affordability and value. Eligibility for the 25% Merit Scholarship is based on a holistic review, including: Criterion for Application for Scholarship * Academic Excellence with - -80% and above in both Standard 10 and Standard 12 -80% and above in Undergraduate Studies (3.2/4 or 8.5/10 in GPA/CGPA) * Aptitude exam scores (above 85 percentile for Master of Business Analytics) * Extracurricular and leadership achievements * Active participation and achievements in sports, arts, community service, or leadership roles * Co-Curricular accomplishments - Recognised certifications, awards, and achievements in academics and extracurricular activities Selection Candidates will be required to provide documented evidence of the above accomplishments and further attend an interview to assess the candidate's eligibility for the merit scholarship. The 20% Bursary is offered as a blanket initiative to all students who fulfill the program's eligibility criteria and complete the enrolment requirements for the July 2025 intake. Curated to amplify global exposure and orientation for the first batch of students currently studying at the Deakin University GIFT City Campus, a One-Week Global Immersion Program is set to take place later this year. This will give the students an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on international experience and cross-cultural business skills development. Deakin University's programs at GIFT City Campus are designed to prepare students for the most in-demand global careers across Data Science and Business Analytics, Finance and Fin-tech, and Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, as listed in the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025. Notably, Business Analytics is consistently ranked in LinkedIn's Top 10 most in-demand jobs in India, and 1.5 million cybersecurity job vacancies are projected in 2025 by The Hindu Business Line report. The industry-relevant curriculum is bolstered by real-time exposure through projects and live learning engagements with top corporate partners such as EY, KPMG, India INX, Securis360, Decimal Point Analytics, Finolutions, and more. These collaborations ensure students graduate with not only academic credentials but also critical analytical, digital, and leadership skills demanded by future-focused employers. Sharing her thoughts, Ravneet Pawha, Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia) Deakin University said, 'It fills me with immense pride to see the transformative development of our current batch of students who are now deeply immersed in their live industry projects. Internships are all set to commence soon, and we are looking forward to a busy and fruitful year.' 'We have scholarships to ensure our upcoming batch of students can set forth with confidence to join us, and I encourage them to take advantage of the industry-curated programs and resources offered at the GIFT City Campus, thus creating pathways for global career success.' Adding to this, Professor Deepak Bajaj, Academic and Campus Director, Deakin University GIFT City Campus, said, 'There's a visible spark in our students when they realise, they're being equipped with the skills and experiences to thrive in global roles. At the GIFT City campus, our greatest motivation is seeing those aspirations turn into achievements. Students enrolling in Deakin's GIFT City campus can expect more than a degree. They gain access to future-ready skills, a global alumni network, and a platform to lead across the most in-demand industries of the decade.
Business Standard
01-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University deepen partnership with launch of Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT)
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 1: In a significant move to strengthen India's manufacturing capabilities, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and Deakin University, Australia, launched the Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT), a strategic bilateral initiative aimed at advancing next-generation manufacturing technologies, innovation, and workforce development. AMRIT builds on more than five years of collaboration between IITH and Deakin University, testifying far-reaching future impact possible through strategic institutional partnerships. This new venture is all set to drive research excellence in areas such as additive manufacturing, smart materials, lightweight composites, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies. It also aims to catalyse the transformation of India's manufacturing sector by bridging academic research with industry needs. "AMRIT represents a forward-looking step in collaborative innovation, designed to equip India's manufacturing sector with the tools, talent, and technology to lead globally. It is an extension of a longstanding multidimensional partnership with Deakin University, and I expect great outcomes through it," said Professor B.S. Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad. At the heart of the initiative is a focus on capacity building. AMRIT will offer training, certification, and mobility programs to equip professionals and students with the skills required in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. It will serve as a launchpad for collaborative PhD programs, joint master's programs, and supervision, along with a strong focus on entrepreneurship through startup incubation. Seed funding of AUD 150,000 from Deakin University and a matching contribution from IIT Hyderabad of AUD 75,000 will support the initial three-year phase, covering research mobility, joint academic programs, workshops, and operational activities. Both institutions also aim to seek further bilateral support from Indian and Australian government funding bodies, including SPARC and AISRF, as well as partnerships with industry and R & D organisations. "We look forward to deepening our partnership with IIT Hyderabad through AMRIT. It is an inspiring model of how international collaboration can empower research, innovation, and talent development to advance mutually beneficial outcomes," said Professor Iain Martin, Vice Chancellor, Deakin University. Expected to generate high-impact research outcomes, foster innovation ecosystems, and produce a future-ready workforce, AMRIT is positioned to contribute directly to India's ambitions of becoming a global hub for advanced manufacturing. "Deakin has had a deep and enduring commitment to India for nearly three decades. AMRIT is the next big step in our journey aimed at creating a holistic platform for research, innovation, and skill-building that will shape the future of manufacturing. It reflects our vision to co-create solutions with India that have global relevance and impact," said Ravneet Pawha, Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia), Deakin University. Over the past five years, IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University have nurtured a robust and evolving partnership rooted in academic and research collaboration. The two institutions have worked closely through a Joint Doctoral Program (30 students of IITH are pursuing JDP with Deakin), faculty and student exchanges, and joint research initiatives, particularly in the areas of advanced manufacturing and materials. The launch of AMRIT marks the next big step in this journey, elevating their shared vision to create global impact through innovation, skilling, and knowledge exchange. To find out more about the Deakin University and IIT Hyderabad partnership, please visit Deakin South Asia Partnerships. About Deakin University: Established in 1974, Deakin University successfully combines excellence in teaching, research and effective partnerships with industry and government to deliver high-quality courses and undertake research that makes a difference to the domestic and international communities it serves. Deakin's South Asia operations commenced in 1994 at New Delhi, India, making it one of the first overseas education provider to set operations in this region. Here, Deakin engages with the government, industry, and academia to share its vibrant culture of education and research. To find out more please visit About IIT Hyderabad: IITH, established in 2008, has reached a respectable position in academics, research, technology development and Startups in the short span of 16 years. In the recent Indian National Ranking (NIRF-2024), IITH is ranked 3rd in Innovation and 8th among Engineering institutes in India. IITH has been striving for excellence in academics, research, technology development and the startup ecosystem with a motto of "Inventing & Innovating in Technology for Humanity (IITH)". With 325+ full-time faculty and 5,300+ students (PG+PhD students accounting for about 60%), IITH has a strong research focus with ~4500 projects worth of Rs. 1400+ Cr of R & D funding (Rs. 335+ Cr in 2024-25), 11,500+ publications, 2,15,000+ citations, 500+ Patents (210 patents in 2024 and a commitment to "Patent a Day: Mission 365" for 2025 to earn 365 patents by the end of 2025), and about 260+ Startups (that have generated 1100+ jobs with a revenue of Rs. 1500+ Cr). The attached documents will give you a brief about IITH. Photo:
Business Upturn
01-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University deepen partnership with launch of Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT)
HYDERABAD, India , May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a significant move to strengthen India's manufacturing capabilities, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and Deakin University , Australia , launched the Advanced Manufacturing Research Innovation and Training (AMRIT), a strategic bilateral initiative aimed at advancing next-generation manufacturing technologies, innovation, and workforce development. AMRIT builds on more than five years of collaboration between IITH and Deakin University , testifying far-reaching future impact possible through strategic institutional partnerships. This new venture is all set to drive research excellence in areas such as additive manufacturing, smart materials, lightweight composites, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies. It also aims to catalyse the transformation of India's manufacturing sector by bridging academic research with industry needs. 'AMRIT represents a forward-looking step in collaborative innovation, designed to equip India's manufacturing sector with the tools, talent, and technology to lead globally. It is an extension of a longstanding multidimensional partnership with Deakin University , and I expect great outcomes through it,' said Professor B.S. Murty , Director, IIT Hyderabad. At the heart of the initiative is a focus on capacity building. AMRIT will offer training, certification, and mobility programs to equip professionals and students with the skills required in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. It will serve as a launchpad for collaborative PhD programs, joint master's programs, and supervision, along with a strong focus on entrepreneurship through startup incubation. Seed funding of AUD 150,000 from Deakin University and a matching contribution from IIT Hyderabad of AUD 75,000 will support the initial three-year phase, covering research mobility, joint academic programs, workshops, and operational activities. Both institutions also aim to seek further bilateral support from Indian and Australian government funding bodies, including SPARC and AISRF, as well as partnerships with industry and R&D organisations. 'We look forward to deepening our partnership with IIT Hyderabad through AMRIT. It is an inspiring model of how international collaboration can empower research, innovation, and talent development to advance mutually beneficial outcomes,' said Professor Iain Martin , Vice Chancellor, Deakin University . Expected to generate high-impact research outcomes, foster innovation ecosystems, and produce a future-ready workforce, AMRIT is positioned to contribute directly to India's ambitions of becoming a global hub for advanced manufacturing. ' Deakin has had a deep and enduring commitment to India for nearly three decades. AMRIT is the next big step in our journey aimed at creating a holistic platform for research, innovation, and skill-building that will shape the future of manufacturing. It reflects our vision to co-create solutions with India that have global relevance and impact,' said Ravneet Pawha , Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO ( South Asia ), Deakin University . Over the past five years, IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University have nurtured a robust and evolving partnership rooted in academic and research collaboration. The two institutions have worked closely through a Joint Doctoral Program (30 students of IITH are pursuing JDP with Deakin ), faculty and student exchanges, and joint research initiatives, particularly in the areas of advanced manufacturing and materials. The launch of AMRIT marks the next big step in this journey, elevating their shared vision to create global impact through innovation, skilling, and knowledge exchange. To find out more about the Deakin University and IIT Hyderabad partnership, please visit Deakin South Asia Partnerships. About Deakin University : Established in 1974, Deakin University successfully combines excellence in teaching, research and effective partnerships with industry and government to deliver high-quality courses and undertake research that makes a difference to the domestic and international communities it serves. Deakin's South Asia operations commenced in 1994 at New Delhi, India , making it one of the first overseas education provider to set operations in this region. Here, Deakin engages with the government, industry, and academia to share its vibrant culture of education and research. To find out more please visit About IIT Hyderabad: IITH, established in 2008, has reached a respectable position in academics, research, technology development and Startups in the short span of 16 years. In the recent Indian National Ranking (NIRF-2024), IITH is ranked 3rd in Innovation and 8th among Engineering institutes in India . IITH has been striving for excellence in academics, research, technology development and the startup ecosystem with a motto of 'Inventing & Innovating in Technology for Humanity (IITH)'. With 325+ full-time faculty and 5,300+ students (PG+PhD students accounting for about 60%), IITH has a strong research focus with ~4500 projects worth of Rs. 1400+ Cr of R&D funding (Rs. 335+ Cr in 2024-25), 11,500+ publications, 2,15,000+ citations, 500+ Patents (210 patents in 2024 and a commitment to 'Patent a Day: Mission 365' for 2025 to earn 365 patents by the end of 2025), and about 260+ Startups (that have generated 1100+ jobs with a revenue of Rs. 1500+ Cr). The attached documents will give you a brief about IITH. Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PR Newswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
