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UCD South Asia Global Centre

Connecting Ideas, People and Opportunities Across India and Beyond

Our presence in Delhi reflects UCD’s commitment to South Asia; to foster collaboration, support student journeys, and amplify impact across the region and Ireland.

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About the Centre

The UCD South Asia Global Centre, based in New Delhi, is one of five overseas UCD Global Centres. It anchors our work in one of the world’s fastest-growing regions for higher education. It serves as the University’s regional hub for long-term partnership building across academia, research, government, industry, civil society, and the community.

The Centre’s role is to facilitate engagement and catalyse collaboration — convening stakeholders, hosting events, and enabling strategic partnerships that advance UCD’s global ambitions. It provides on-the-ground support to prospective and current students, institutional and government partners, and alumni, while strengthening research and academic links across the region. The UCD South Asia Global Centre fosters conditions for impactful, sustainable partnership activities and student pathways between UCD and South Asia.

Our Growth Over 10 Years

Established over a decade ago, the UCD South Asia Global Centre has grown significantly to become one of UCD’s most active regional hubs. What began in 2014 with a team of two has expanded to a dynamic team of 12 professionals today, including a staff member based in Mumbai.

The Centre has played a pivotal role in connecting UCD with partners, institutions, and students across the region. In 2014, fewer than 100 South Asian students were enrolled at UCD. Today, more than 1,800 students from South Asia are studying at our Dublin campus, reflecting the Centre’s sustained engagement, support, and outreach over the last decade.

This growth underscores UCD’s long-term commitment to South Asia’s education and innovation priorities, and our dedication to deepening connections between Ireland and the region.

Watch our video on how UCD brings India and Ireland together through student journeys, global collaboration, and the South Asia connection. This video highlights experiences of students and alumni, showcasing UCD’s impact in the region.

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Collaboration & Partnership Opportunities

We welcome partnerships with:

Schools, colleges and universities
Research institutes
Industry and innovation clusters
Government and non-profit agencies

Let’s explore innovative education models, co-funded research, mobility programmes, workshops, and more.

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Strategic Partnerships & Research

Co‑design research collaborations with Indian and South Asian institutions
Establish dual or joint degree pathways, exchange programmes, and mobility
Work with government, NGOs and industry to pilot impactful projects

Industry, Innovation & Community Engagement

Serve as connector between UCD’s research, innovations, and local industries
Promote internships, applied research placements, and knowledge transfer
Organise public lectures, symposia, policy roundtables, and innovation showcases

Student Engagement & Support

Provide in-country guidance for prospective students and families
Host roadshows, fairs, pre-departure briefings and orientation
Advise on applications, scholarships, visa processes, and student life in Dublin

Alumni & Network Building

Strengthen and expand UCD’s Indian/South Asia alumni community
Support alumni-led events, mentoring, and local chapters
Share success stories to inspire prospective students and partners

Events & Insight Platform

Host and promote flagship events, speaker series, symposiums, and cultural exchange

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Our South Asia Team

Our South Asia regional team are based in the UCD South Asia Global Centre in New Delhi.

Surabhi Joshi

Director of South Asia

Surabhi is passionate about fostering meaningful collaborations and expanding the global footprint of education. She leads the formulation and execution of the regional engagement strategy. By designing and implementing recruitment strategies that attract bright minds to UCD's diverse programs, crafting strategic partnerships, fostering academic alliances, and creating pathways for students and researchers, she is committed to enhancing UCD's footprints across South Asia.

Supriya Samson

Regional Manager

With over 15 years of expertise in overseas education, Supriya has played a pivotal role in shaping strategies, driving business growth, and providing impactful student counselling. Her commitment to excellence has resulted in the successful expansion of educational opportunities for students and the establishment of robust partnerships with leading institutions globally. Dedicated to UCD's success, her responsibilities extend to planning and executing recruitment activities in South Asia.

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Unnmy Krishnan

Recruitment & Partnerships Manager

Responsible for driving student recruitment efforts and building strategic partnerships with educational institutions and organisations. The role involves coordinating outreach activities, developing collaboration agreements, and supporting the university’s global engagement strategy. Key duties include managing partner relationships, facilitating joint initiatives, and contributing to UCD's internationalisation goals for effective stakeholder engagement and successful recruitment campaigns.

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Shagoon Sikka

Recruitment & Channel Manager

Shagoon is a dedicated Recruitment and Channel Manager for South Asia with 10+ years in international higher education and career coaching. She specialises in UG and PG recruitment, collaborates with partner agents to strengthen channels, and delivers student-centric counselling rooted in learners’ goals and strengths. At UCD, she represents the university, supports admissions and strategic initiatives, and engages alumni and student networks. Expanding her expertise in market development, partner engagement, and data-driven planning, she guides students toward impactful global pathways.

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Kanika Kohli

Admissions Assistant Manager

I serve as an Admissions Assistant Manager, overseeing the student application and enrolment process. My responsibilities include evaluating applications, verifying documents, coordinating with academic teams, issuing offer letters, and guiding students and education agents. I maintain accurate records, prepare reports, ensure adherence to admissions policies, coordinate visits of UCD representatives, and support key outreach and engagement activities. I am committed to improving processes to deliver a seamless admissions experience.

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Simran Arora

Recruitment and Admissions Officer

With over 8 years of experience in the international higher education and student counselling sector, I bring extensive expertise to the UCD South Asia team. In my role as Recruitment and Admissions Officer, I support application processing, meet prospective students at recruitment fairs, and engage with applicants throughout the admissions cycle. I also lead alumni connect initiatives and contribute to partnership development and conversion-focused activities in the region.

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Pakhi Wattal

Admissions Officer

Evaluates and processes student applications to ensure accuracy and eligibility according to UCD’s admission standards. Works closely with the UCD International Admissions Team in Dublin for application reviews, conditional offers and document verification. Responds to applicant and agent queries and provides guidance on the admissions process, required documentation, and timelines.

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Shikhar Aggarwal

Admissions Coordinator

Responsible for assessing applications, making admissions decisions, and issuing offer letters. The role also involves managing applicant queries and ensuring a smooth admissions experience through clear communication and efficient process coordination.

Rushali Malik

Admissions and Recruitment Assistant

I work as a Recruitment & Admissions Assistant, supporting and managing the full application process for prospective UCD students. My responsibilities include handling CRM-based inquiries with accuracy and timely responses, maintaining an organised, data-driven application flow, and coordinating travel and logistics for outreach and recruitment events. I manage the issuance of bank loan letters, assist with academic referrals, oversee leads management for smooth prospect movement, and work on applicant conversions from the offer stage to final enrolment.

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