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UCD South Asia Global Centre

Deepening Partnerships, Supporting Students, and Building Connections for Shared Impact

About the UCD Global Centre India

A concise introduction outlining why UCD has a dedicated presence in Delhi — to build enduring partnerships with leading Indian institutions, industry, government, and community organisations, while supporting talented students who want to study in Dublin and beyond. Highlight UCD’s reputation for global collaboration and our commitment to India’s education and innovation priorities.

What We Do

Strategic Partnerships
  • Facilitate collaborations with Indian universities and research institutes.
  • Develop joint programmes, exchange opportunities, and research initiatives.
  • Support mobility for academics, researchers, and students in both directions.

Industry & Community Engagement
  • Connect UCD with leading employers, research partners, and industry bodies in India.
  • Explore opportunities for internships, placements, and applied research.
  • Build networks that link education with real-world impact and workforce needs.

Student Support & Recruitment
  • Provide in-country advice to prospective students and their families.
  • Host information sessions, fairs, and pre-departure briefings.
  • Guide students through the application process, scholarships, and next steps for joining UCD.

Alumni & Network Building
  • Strengthen our connections with the Indian alumni community.
  • Support local chapters, events, and mentoring programmes.
  • Celebrate UCD graduates contributing to India’s growth and global connections.

Our South Asia Team

Our South Asia regional team is predominantly based in the UCD South Asia Global Centre in New Delhi, led by a regional manager based in Dublin.

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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.

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Supriya Samson

Regional Manager - South Asia

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 counseling. 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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Shagoon Sikka

Assistant Manager

Shagoon is a qualified and highly driven education specialist and career coaching professional with 9+ years of experience and a demonstrated history of working in the International Higher Education industry. Her counseling approach towards students and professionals is individual-centric focusing on identifying their interests, strengths, and career goals. At UCD she meets students at Recruitment fairs, supports Admission & strategy activities, and Alumni - current student networks.

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Kanika Kohli

Admissions Officer

Kanika takes care of applications received from the students & agents in South Asia, coordinates visits of UCD representatives from abroad, handles inventory and logistics, emails, and coordination with agents for events.

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Simran Arora

Recruitment and Admissions Officer

Simran is part of our South Asia team based in Delhi. She assists with the processing of applications and also meets and assists prospective students at recruitment fairs.

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Shreya Pant

Recruitment and Admissions Officer

Shreya is part of the UCD Team in South Asia as well as supporting Admission and Recruitment strategies for UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School. She brings more than 7+ years of experience, passionate about empowering students in their pursuit of academic and career success. An avid reader and enthusiastic traveler.

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Rushali Malik

Admissions and Recruitment Assistant

Rushali is part of our South Asia team based in Delhi. She assists with the processing of applications and also meets and assists prospective students at recruitment fairs.