The University of Western Australia has received the go-ahead from India’s University Grants Commission (UGC) to open international campuses, marking a fresh chapter in Australia-India education ties.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Amit Chakma called the approval “an honour” and said the move would deepen UWA’s partnership with India. “This milestone reflects our shared commitment to academic excellence, innovation and global collaboration,” he said.
The University’s push into India is not just about buildings or badges—it’s been designed with both social equity and economic opportunity in mind.
Through a partnership with Avasara Academy, a not-for-profit that supports high-potential girls from low-income backgrounds, UWA will offer full scholarships to ensure access to education isn’t dictated by family income. The scholarships will allow select students to study at one of the world’s top-ranked universities without having to leave India.
On the industry front, UWA has signed an agreement with HCLTech, a global technology firm based in Noida. The two institutions will develop short courses and launch innovation hubs across India and Western Australia. The goal: a practical pipeline connecting academic knowledge to startups, employers and future-ready skills.
Professor Guy Littlefair, UWA’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Education and Student Experience, said the partnership would bring mutual benefits. “This will connect academic research to real-world innovation, benefiting students, startups and industry,” he said.
The University’s entry into India follows earlier high-level meetings with Indian government officials. The move is part of a broader effort to increase student mobility and research collaboration between the two countries, while strengthening Australia’s ties across the Indo-Pacific.
UWA’s Indian campuses will maintain the same standards as its Perth base. That includes curriculum quality, teaching benchmarks and international recognition of degrees, offering Indian students a chance to access a global education while staying close to home.
With HCLTech on board and a scholarship model that prioritises access, UWA’s India move looks less like an offshore outpost and more like a two-way bridge—one that’s built to last.
Support independent community journalism. Support The Indian Sun.
Follow The Indian Sun on X | Instagram | Facebook
Support Independent Community Journalism
Dear Reader,The Indian Sun exists for one reason: to tell stories that might otherwise go unheard.
We report on local councils, state politics, small businesses and cultural festivals. We focus on the Indian diaspora and the wider multicultural community with care, balance and accountability. We publish in print and online, send regular newsletters and produce video content. We also run media training programs to help community organisations share their own stories.
We operate independently.
Community journalism does not have the backing of large media corporations. Advertising revenue fluctuates. Platform algorithms change. Costs continue to rise. Yet the need for credible, grounded reporting in a multicultural Australia has never been greater.
When you support The Indian Sun, you support:
• Independent reporting on issues affecting migrant communities
• Coverage of local and state decisions that shape daily life
• A platform for small businesses and community groups
• Media training that builds skills within the community
• Journalism accountable to readers
We cannot cover everything, but we work to cover what matters.
If you value thoughtful reporting that reflects Australia’s diversity, we invite you to contribute. Every donation helps us maintain the quality and consistency of our work.
Please consider making a contribution today.
Thank you for your support.
The Indian Sun Team
