A New Dawn in Global Education: Why Internationalisation is India’s Next Big Leap

Prepare for a globalized world with India's evolving education system, emphasizing internationalization to empower students for the future.

In a rapidly globalising world, where economies and societies are increasingly interconnected, education systems must evolve to prepare students for local realities as well as global challenges and opportunities. This evolution is more than a necessity for India — it is an imperative. With its demographic dividend, robust education infrastructure, and growing global influence, India stands to position itself as a leading international knowledge hub and its young talent base as the changemakers of tomorrow.

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has laid the groundwork for this transformation by emphasising internationalisation as a key strategy to revolutionise the Indian education ecosystem. This vision aligns with India’s aspirations to foster global citizens, empower students with world-class learning, and address pressing global challenges.

Preparing Global Citizens

Numbers reveal that over 40 million students across over 50, 000 academic institutions, including 1, 100 universities in India aim beyond conventional success goals. The targets are different and so are the stakes with increased competition. India, the second-largest higher education system globally can reap the advantages of internationalisation by nurturing talent and skills development at par with global benchmarks.

The foundation of global citizenship lies in understanding, respecting, and thriving in a diverse and multicultural world. Through partnerships, student exchange programs, and international collaborations, Indian students gain invaluable exposure to different cultures, ideas, and perspectives. This fosters empathy, intercultural competence, and adaptability —skills that are indispensable in today’s world.

Enhancing Global Competitiveness

Aligning with global education standards, Indian institutions can deliver world-class learning experiences through dual degrees, joint programs, and twinning initiatives which are supported by policy measures through the University Grants Commission (UGC). The guidelines on international collaborations have enabled Indian universities to partner and establish synergy with global institutions, bringing cutting-edge curricula and teaching practices to India.