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The university is offering a total of eight courses, including six undergraduate honours programmes and two postgraduate programmes. With this launch, it has become the first Russell Group university to establish a campus in Karnataka.
The university aims to provide students with access to internationally recognised higher education, research and practical learning opportunities. The campus features smart classrooms, research and innovation spaces, dedicated collaboration areas, modern laboratories and Bloomberg terminals. These facilities will provide students with technical and practical experience alongside their academic studies.
Six Undergraduate Courses, From Computer Science to Game Design
The university has introduced six undergraduate and two postgraduate programmes. At the undergraduate level, students can pursue BSc or BA honours degrees in Computer Science, Business Management, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Science with Software Development, Accounting and Finance, and Game Design.
At the postgraduate level, MSc programmes are available in Accounting and Finance and Computer Science. These courses will give students opportunities to specialise in areas such as technology, business, finance, health sciences and game design.
According to the university, the programmes will focus on industry engagement, practical experience and an international perspective alongside academic learning. They aim to develop critical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration and skills aligned with evolving employment requirements.
Chief Minister Highlights the Importance of Higher Education and Innovation
Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar welcomed the new campus, saying it would strengthen the state's knowledge and innovation ecosystem. He said the university would provide students with an internationally oriented learning environment and help develop skills aligned with the state's needs.
University of Liverpool Vice-Chancellor Professor Tim Jones said the university was proud to open its first international campus in more than 20 years in Bengaluru. He noted that around 300 students had been admitted this year to research-led programmes designed to meet employers' needs. The university will also focus on providing students with the academic support they need to fulfil their potential.
Focus on Research Collaboration With Indian Institutions
The campus inauguration ceremony was attended by several representatives from India and the UK, including Karnataka's Minister for Industries and Infrastructure Development, M. B. Patil; Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram; and former Liverpool Football Club player Robbie Fowler.
During the event, Greater Bengaluru Authority Special Commissioner Shilpa Nag and Liverpool City Region Executive Director Tim Games signed a joint declaration of intent to strengthen cooperation between Bengaluru and Liverpool. The university also highlighted its ongoing research collaboration with the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), along with a new seed fund initiative with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.
Established in 1881, the University of Liverpool is a member of the UK's Russell Group. According to the university, its Bengaluru campus will offer UK-accredited degree programmes designed to address India's evolving higher education and employment needs.
