2+2 program lets Shoolini students complete 2 years in India before finishing degrees at Royal Holloway.
In a significant step towards global academic collaboration, Shoolini University has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, University of London. The agreement establishes a 2+2 articulation program that allows Shoolini University students to complete their first two years in India before transitioning to Royal Holloway to finish their undergraduate studies.
A delegation from Royal Holloway included Lucy Gill-Simmen, Vice Dean of Education and Senior Lecturer in Business and Management; James McEvoy, Head of Biological Sciences; Argyrios Deligkas, Senior Lecturer in Computer Science; Lucy Thomas, Global Engagement Director; and Akhil Bagga, Regional Manager for South Asia. Shoolini University Founder Chancellor Prof PK Khosla, Dean (Research and Development) Prof Sourabh Kulshreshtha, and other deans and directors attended the event.
The 2+2 program provides students at Shoolini University with the opportunity to join specific undergraduate courses at Royal Holloway after meeting the required academic standards. After completing their first two years at Shoolini, students can transfer to Royal Holloway for the remaining two years, ultimately earning a Royal Holloway degree.
Shoolini University will handle promotion, recruitment, and admissions, while Royal Holloway will offer comprehensive information about studying there. Students will undergo English language proficiency assessments to meet Royal Holloway's academic requirements. Once admitted, they will have access to Royal Holloway's extensive support services for international students to ease their transition to academic life in the UK.
Founded in 1886, Royal Holloway is renowned for its research and diverse student community. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. With its commitment to nurturing global perspectives, the university continues to shape higher education worldwide.
Shoolini University Office of International Affairs Director Prof RP Diwedi said, "This collaboration reflects our commitment to providing students with world-class educational opportunities and preparing them for a globally interconnected world."
Office of International Affairs Deputy Director Rozy Dhanta added, "This partnership demonstrates our dedication to promoting global academic mobility and fostering cross-cultural exchange within our student community."
May 10, 2024