Global Pathway Programme

  • Credit Transfer Programme facilitating progression and other pathway opportunities
  • Option to study at top-ranked universities in the UK, Germany, Australia, Canada and the USA.

About the International Credit Transfer Programme

  • UPES Global Pathways Programme is a step towards giving exceptional international experience to students. Under the Global Pathways Programme, students have the option to complete a certain portion of the course at UPES, and the balance at our academic partner universities in the UK, Germany, Australia, Canada and the USA, subject to completing the eligibility criterion of the academic partner universities.
  • The programmes at UPES are carefully synced with those at academic partner universities, to ensure that aspects of study are not repeated and students gain the advantage on academics. Upon successful completion of course at the Partner University and complying with all academic criteria, the student receives a degree from the international partner university.
  • The extensive curriculum, experiential learning, and globally-recognized academic practices at UPES facilitate seamless credit transfers to top-ranked international academic partner universities at an affordable cost.
  • The Department of International Affairs (DIA), UPES, facilitates the credit transfer process. Upon completion of studies at the partner university, the students can apply for a post study work visa, based upon the requirements of the destination country..

Partner Universities

Why Should You Go For 

UPES International Credit Transfer Programme

  • Smooth changeover to overseas study destination
  • Post-study Work Permit advantage
  • Saves up to 45%-65% of the total cost
  • Simplified admission process
  • Facilitates international university application process
  • Global job opportunities

Programmes Available

UPES Course Destination Partner Universities Partner Univ. Programme
BBA (Global) UK Nottingham Trent University BA (Hons.) International Business & Management 
MBA (Global) Germany GISMA MSc Data Science, AI, and Digital Business
MSc International Business Management
MSc Leadership for Digital Transformation
MBA (Global) United States of America Virginia Commonwealth University MS Finance
MS Marketing Management
MS Logistics and Supply Chain Management
MS Logistics and Supply Chain Management
MS Information Systems
MBA (Global) Canada University Canada West MBA
UPES Course Destination Partner Universities Partner Univ. Programme
B. Tech (Chemical Engineering) Australia University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Chemical) 
B. Tech (Electrical & Computer Science Engineering) Australia University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Electrical) 
B. Tech (Mechanical Engineering) Australia University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Mechanical)
B. Tech
(Computer Science & Engineering)
Australia  University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Software) 
B. Tech
(Applied Petroleum Engineering)
Australia University of New South Wales Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) Petroleum Engineering
B. Tech
(Petroleum Engineering)
United Kingdom University of Aberdeen Petroleum Engineering BEng, Honours
B. Tech
(Civil Engineering)
United Kingdom University of Aberdeen Engineering (Civil) BEng, Honours
B. Tech
(Mechanical Engineering)
United Kingdom University of Aberdeen Engineering (Mechanical) BEng, Honours
UPES Course Destination Partner Universities Partner Univ. Programme
B.Des Communication and Media Design - Animation & VFX UK Nottingham Trent University BA (Hons.) Animation
B.Des Communication and Media Design - Graphics UK Nottingham Trent University BA (Hons.) Graphic Design
B.Des Industrial and Product Design UK Nottingham Trent University BA (Hons.) Product Design

Minimum Eligibility


    Eligibilty for Partner University
 UPES Eligibility   Partner University Academic  Requirement English Language Requirement
B.Tech. Courses: Examination Pathway: UPES Engineering Aptitude Test (UPESEAT).
Non-Examination Pathway: On the basis of valid JEE Mains / Board Merit / SAT and minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (Class 10 & 12) and minimum 50% aggregate in PCM
University of New South Wales Students require at least 6.0 CGPA to apply for the programme IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score
(min. 6.0 in each subtest)
B.Tech. Courses: Examination Pathway: UPES Engineering Aptitude Test (UPESEAT).
Non-Examination Pathway: On the basis of valid JEE Mains / Board Merit / SAT and minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (Class 10 & 12) and minimum 50% aggregate in PCM
University of Queensland Students require at least 5.5 CGPA to apply for the programme IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score
(min. 6.0 in each subtest)
    Eligibility for Partner University
 UPES Eligibility   Partner University Academic  Requirement English Language Requirement

BBA (Global): 10+2 with 50 % aggregate
Statement of Purpose
Personal Interview


Design Courses: Examination Pathway: UPES Design Aptitude Test (UPES-DAT) followed by a personal interview and a presentation on the work portfolio.
Non-Examination Pathway: On the basis of valid Board Merit, NIFT, NID and UCEED ranking, candidates will directly go for the personal interview and presentation on the work portfolio

Nottingham Trent University Students require at least 6.0 CGPA to apply for the programme.
A successful interview and presentation of work/creative portfolio
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score
(min. 5.5 in each subtest)

B.Tech. Courses: Examination Pathway:  UPES Engineering Aptitude Test (UPESEAT)
Non-Examination Pathway: On the basis of valid JEE Mains / Board Merit / SAT and minimum 50% marks at Higher & Senior Secondary level (Class 10 & 12) and minimum 50% aggregate in PCM

University of Aberdeen Students require at least 8.0 CGPA to apply for the program IELTS Academic 6.0 overall score
(min. 5.5 in each subtest and 6.0 in writing)

 

 UPES Eligibility   Partner University Academic Requirement English Language Requirement
MBA (Global): Graduate from any stream
Personal Interview 
Virginia Commonwealth University An average score of UPES B+ or above for all courses taken at UPES Complete the pre-requisites as required in certain programs
Complete a Master’s level Bridge Program for two courses in UPES which will be taught by VCU faculty
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score
(min. 5.5 in each subtest)

 

    Eligibility for Partner University
 UPES Eligibility   Partner University Academic  Requirement English Language Requirement
MBA (Global): Graduate from any stream
Personal Interview 
GISMA Business School Students require at least 6.0 CGPA to apply for the programme. IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score
(min. 5.5 in each subtest)

 

    Eligibility for Partner University
 UPES Eligibility   Partner University Academic  Requirement English Language Requirement
MBA (Global): Graduate from any stream
Personal Interview 
University Canada West Students require at least 6.0 CGPA to apply for the programme. IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score (min. 5.5 in each subtest)

 

Important Information

English Language Requirement Students must have a valid English language score (as applicable) at the time of applying to the partner academic institution. 
Funds Student must have adequate funds to cover their cost of living and tuition for the entire year, with documents to show proof of funds.
Statement of Purpose (SOP) The statement should be a 500-to-750-word overview of the applicant's academic and professional accomplishments, should demonstrate a high level of interest, and a highly-developed understanding of their choice of course. Students should state intended focus, personal and professional goals, reason(s) for applying and long-term career plans. Detailed guidelines of SOP for respective partner university will be shared along with application form/announcement.
Portfolio/ Student Work Students must submit their best work portfolio (wherever applicable) to increase their chances of selection.
Accommodation

Students may choose campus accommodation at the partner university (subject to availability).  

 

Fee Structure

Click here to download the Fee Structure

FAQs

The International Credit Transfer Program is a pathway that provides students an opportunity to get degree from an International Partner University through facilitation of Credits transfer & recognition. Students will be required to meet the entry and eligibility criteria of the International Partner University.

Students from select undergraduate and select Post graduate course are eligible to apply for the opportunity. These routes are predefined based on course length.

All Undergraduate programs will follow the Selection criteria for Domestic programs, as follows, or as may be specified from time to time:

For MBA ( Global ) the selection will be basis Personal Interviews only.

GPP Course Selection Criteria for UPES
MBA (Global) Personal Interview
BBA (Global) UPES Entrance Exam
All B.Tech. UPES Entrance Exam
All B.Des.  UPES Entrance Exam followed by Portfolio Presentation & Interview

No. The GPP students (UG & PG) will not be eligible for any scholarship while studying at UPES

The Students should have completed the required semesters at UPES with the CGPA requirements as per the partner University. However, a student with backlog or any disciplinary complaints against them will not have any preferential consideration for admission and such admission, if any, shall be a conditional admission.

  • The Eligibility to partner University keeps changing from time to time and students can check entry requirements for eligible programs from the partner University’s website
  • Entry/academic requirements are subject to revisions and are at the sole discretion of partner University.  
  • IELTS ( and / or other accepted equivalent English Proficiency Scores ) are subject to the requirement of the different Universities.
  • In most of the universities requirement of IELTS is 6.5 or above (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component).

Or

  • 70/100 or 80% for any non-standard scores (out of 75 or 200) in English in Higher Secondary Certificate (Standard XII grade) awarded by CBSE, ICSE and select State Boards (Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala)

The undermentioned courses provide option of International Credit Transfer

International credit Transfer

UPES Program Partner University Partner University  Program
B.Tech(Chemical Engineering) University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Chemical)
B.Tech(Electrical Engineering) University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Electrical)
B.Tech(Mechanical Engineering) University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Mechanical)
B.Tech(Computer Science & Engineering) University of Queensland Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Software)
B.Tech ( Applied Petroleum Engineering ) University of New South Wales Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) (Petroleum )
Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering) University of Aberdeen Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering) University of Aberdeen Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
Bachelor of Technology (Petroleum Engineering, Upstream) University of Aberdeen Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum)
     
B Des Nottingham Trent University BA (Hon) Animation
B Des Nottingham Trent University BA(Hon) Graphic Design
B Des Nottingham Trent University BA (Hon) Product Design
BBA ( Global program ) Nottingham Trent University BA ( Hons) International Business & Management and I year conversion top up degree
MBA ( Global program ) GISMA MSc in Data Science, AI and Digital Business
MSc in International Business Management
MSc in Leadership for Digital Transformation
MBA ( Global program ) Virginia Commonwealth University MS Finance
MS Marketing Management
MS Logistic and Supply Chain Management
MS Decision Analytics
MS Information Systems
MBA ( Global program ) University Canada West MBA

The list of Partner Academic Universities is as follows:

  1.  Nottingham Trent University - UK
  2. University of Queensland – Australia
  3. University of New South Wales – Australia
  4. GISMA Business School – Germany
  5. Virginia Commonwealth University - USA
  6. University of Aberdeen – Scotland
  7. University Canada West - Canada

The student will be awarded degree from international Partner university on successful completion of the course at that university.

The student can confirm their interest in the program within the first year so that they can have various interventions like grooming as per the requirement of the partner university, interaction with officials of partner university whenever they are on campus, support for English language and any other areas required . However, the student will have to satisfy the entry/academic requirements of Partner universities.

The student shall have to furnish the following documents and clear personal interview.

  1. Statement of Purpose - The statement should be a 500 to 750 word overview of the applicant's academic and professional accomplishments and should demonstrate a high level of interest in and a highly developed understanding of their choice. Students should state intended focus, as well as personal and professional goals and give reason(s) for applying & long-term career plans. Details guidelines of SOP for respective Academic Partner University will be shared along with Application form / announcement.
  2. Portfolio Requirement - Students must submit their best portfolio of work (wherever applicable) to increase their chances of selection. ( only for Design students )
  3. Documents as per the Application form of the Partner University.

 

Student must have adequate funds to cover his/her cost of living and tuition for the entire year/program, with documents to show proof of funds.

The fees of the academic year of admission at Partner University shall be applicable.

Students will be required to obtain the necessary Student Visa for studies at the Partner University. UPES will support with the necessary documents. The university shall not be liable for any delays, application rejection, or visa rejection. For Australian University, visa will be processed by an authorized Australian immigration agent – as per Australian immigration laws.

UPES facilitates enrolment of students to the Partner Universities, subject to student fulfilling the eligibility and entry requirements.

The student has option to contine with UPES and complete the course.

Students may choose Campus Accommodation at the Partner University (subject to availability).  Alternatively accommodation is assisted by Partner University by providing the required information. If students need advice on any options, they may please contact student accommodation services team and they'll be happy to advise.e.g.

NTU and private accommodation
https://www.vcu.edu/life-at-vcu/housing-and-dining/
https://www.abdn.ac.uk/accommodation

No, the Partner University fee is only the Tuition Fee. accommodation, day to day expense and any other charges/expenses as applicable will be borne by the student.

Students will be notified by the UPES - Department of International Affairs (DIA),  regarding application procedure. Students will be required to submit their interest to avail the opportunity once announced. The Process will be facilitated by DIA.

There are lot of advantages in going through UPES.

  • You only do half tenure of the course at Partner University and you get the degree from the partner University ( through International Credit Transfer)
  • Most of the Partner Universities give special partnership discounts, if they apply through UPES. Students will get anything between 12 to 25% of their tuition fee.
  • UPES guide you throughout the process
Partner Universities guide you to prepare you to take the transfer.

Selected students will bear their travel and accommodation charges. Charges depend on the lifestyle of students. Students can refer to individual university website for relative information.

Every student will also have to consider both study costs and general expenses.
Study costs include:

  • Tuition fees
  • Course materials
  • Excursions
  • Flights
  • Visa application fees
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

General expenses include:

  • Accommodation
  • Food
  • Weekly bills
  • Transport
  • Social activities
  • Club memberships
You can visit the individual website for rough idea of cost of living at each partner University.

Yes the student will be allowed to work along with study.International students registered on a full-time education course lasting at least one academic year can work part-time. Students having Visa can work:

  • Up to 20 hours per week during university semesters,
  • Full-time hours during vacations.

Yes the student will get International post study Work Visa As an international student completing a degree, the student will be eligible to apply for a Post Study Work Permit, which is usually two years. It may vary from country to country. During a work permit, the student can live, study, work temporarily and bring immediate family members to stay.

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