Study India Programme

The two-week programme aims to build your understanding of India's diversity, complexity, scale - and its relevance to your studies and careers.

Taking India’s cities and villages, places of work and worship as the classroom, the Study India Programme will allow you to explore India’s history, culture, and economy whilst interacting with peers, locals and academic and industry experts. During the two week placement you will visit Delhi and Mumbai, and spend time in some of India's top universities.

When and where?

There are two opportunities to go on the Study India programme: 

• 25 July – 7 August 2015
• 29 August - 11 September 2015

You must be available to complete the whole placement that you have applied for. It is not possible to start late or leave early. Visit the Study India Programme website for further details on the running of the programme.

What will I gain?

The programme provides a chance to challenge yourself and your perspectives in a new environment. Working alongside Indian peers in formal and informal settings you will have the opportunity to build mutual understanding, building a greater awareness of the UK-India relationship and developing the cultural competency skills needed for global leadership.

Interactive group learning and practical activities will develop your teamworking, communication and problem solving skills and give you project experience to add to your CV and interview repertoire.

Who can apply?

To apply you must be:

• At least 18 years of age at the time of applying
• A UK or EU passport holder or have permanent residency in the UK
• Native English speaker (or have a high proficiency in English i.e. full mastery of English across all 4 skills equivalent to user (Common European Framework C2) IELTS Band 8/9 in each of 4 sections of the academic module or Aptis level C.)
• A permanent resident in the UK - EU and non EU passport holders will need to provide proof of this address
• Applicants must be students currently studying or graduating in 2015 at undergraduate or postgraduate level at a UK University, Higher Education or Further Education College.

The British Council will cover costs for accommodation, food, airport pickup, tuition and activities. Applicants will need to cover their personal costs including flights, visas and travel insurance. The Study India Programme website has a full breakdown of these.

How do I apply?

Visit the Study India Programme website to apply. This year's application deadline is 15 April 2015.