
About the University of Surrey and GIFT City partnership
The University of Surrey is proud to open a world-class international branch campus (IBC) in GIFT City, Gujarat, India.
About the partnership
At the University of Surrey, we believe that world-class education should be accessible where the future is being built.
Our partnership with GIFT City marks a bold new chapter in India's global education landscape. GIFT City offers an unparalleled environment in which to contribute meaningfully to India's ambitions for economic modernisation and human capital development.
Located in India's first international financial hub, this campus is designed to connect academic excellence with industry innovation - creating a launchpad for the next generation of leaders in technology, finance, and sustainable enterprise.
Together with GIFT City, we are pioneering an educational ecosystem that connects talent, research, and enterprise on a global scale.
Vision
We are committed to being a trusted partner in India's journey of transformation by actively supporting the growth and international prominence of GIFT City. By bringing together globally recognised expertise in AI, Data Science, Cyber Security, Business, and Finance - with a foundation built on decades of educational excellence and strong graduate outcomes - we seek to collaborate closely with India’s diverse industrial and socio-economic sectors. Together, we aim to shape a more innovative, inclusive, and prosperous future.
Goal
The University will deliver high-demand programmes in artificial intelligence (AI), data Science, cyber security, business and finance, equipping graduates to lead in the digital economy and meet the evolving needs of India's financial and FinTech ecosystems.