University of Birmingham signs MoU with Indian Institute of Heritage
The University of Birmingham has collaborated with the Indian Institute of Heritage to create new opportunities in the fields of heritage, museums and museology.
Dr. B. R. Mani, Vice-Chancellor, Indian Institute of Heritage and Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Birmingham, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore a strategic partnership that will create impactful collaborations in the field of education and research.
Through this partnership, the two institutes will ensure participation of students and experts from both the institutions in various research projects as well student and academic exchange programmes Birmingham and Delhi.
“This exciting partnership with the Indian Institute of Heritage allows both institutions to build on our undoubted strengths across heritage, museums, and museology – creating wonderful opportunities for students and staff in both India and the UK,” said Professor Adam Tickell, Vice-Chancellor & Principal of the University of Birmingham.
The Indian Institute of Heritage conducts research on India’s heritage and provides educational opportunities that make significant contributions to the cultural, scientific, and economic aspects of India. The institute offers MA and PhD programmes in various disciplines, including Museology, History of Art, Conservation, Archaeology, Paleography, Epigraphy, and Numismatics.