To deepen international academic partnerships with world-renowned educational institutions, JGU signed in July formal memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Lucy Cavendish College and Murray Edwards College, two leading colleges of University of Cambridge.
These MoUs, signed during a high-level academic delegation visit by JGU to University of Cambridge, focus on promoting educational innovation, access, diversity and inclusive excellence — shared values that form the foundation of this collaboration.
University of Cambridge has long been a beacon of global education, and both Lucy Cavendish and Murray Edwards Colleges carry forward that legacy with a distinct emphasis on empowering underrepresented communities and reimagining inclusive learning. These values closely align with JGU's mission to foster international engagement and create transformative opportunities for its students and faculty.
As part of the first phase of collaboration, JGU will launch two Short-Term Study Abroad Programmes (STSAPs) on:
* 'Commercial Laws and Corporate Governance' (to be hosted at Lucy Cavendish College), and
* 'The Era of FinTech: Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Inclusion' (to be hosted at Murray Edwards College).
Nearly 100 JGU students will engage in immersive learning experiences at University of Cambridge, exploring these two courses. Studying under some of the world's most outstanding scholars, the students will gain transformative insights, sharpen critical thinking, and experience the very best of global education in a truly inspiring academic environment. These programmes aim to foster interdisciplinary learning, promote academic and cultural exchange, and strengthen cooperation in areas of global relevance — particularly law, business, finance and technology.
Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice Chancellor of JGU, remarked, "This is a moment of profound significance for higher education in India and for our vision of international collaboration. Partnering with two of Cambridge's most forward-looking colleges underscores JGU's deep commitment to global academic engagement and inclusive excellence. These MoUs are far more than ceremonial; they represent a shared mission to shape the future of education by empowering the next generation of scholars and professionals. At a time when the world needs more understanding across borders, these partnerships will foster global citizenship, advance educational innovation, and create meaningful intercultural dialogue. I believe this collaboration will set new benchmarks for how universities from the Global South and the Global North can come together to build a better, more just, and more educated world."
Professor Dame Madeleine Atkins, President of Lucy Cavendish College, said, "We are delighted to offer facilities for this study programme from JGU. The collaboration embodies our commitment to fostering global connections and providing transformative educational experiences."
Emma Hilditch, Business Development Manager, Murray Edwards College, remarked, "At Murray Edwards College, we will be providing facilities and are pleased to be welcoming students from JGU, one of India's most distinguished universities. We look forward to establishing a strong relationship where we hope to welcome students from the University for many years to come"
These new partnerships with Lucy Cavendish and Murray Edwards Colleges further enhance JGU's rapidly expanding global network and reinforce its position as a hub of international learning and research collaboration. This landmark initiative sets the stage for future India-UK academic collaborations and reinforces the role of universities as drivers of societal transformation and engines of intercultural dialogue.