University of Essex partners with Beaconhouse to elevate the educational opportunities in Pakistan! Recently the University of Essex and Beaconhouse International College have launched a multinational education partnership in Pakistan, marking a new chapter in higher education collaboration between the UK and Pakistan. This UK TNE initiative aims to deliver a wide range of business, law and technology courses to the various students across major cities in Pakistan, starting from this month September 2024.

Official Launch Event with UK and Pakistani Dignitaries

The official launch TNE event was held at a prestigious Pakistani university, attended by Mr. Oliver Christian, the Royal Trade Commissioner for South Asia, who represented the UK government in the ceremony. Oliver Christian landed in Islamabad during his first ever visit to Pakistan, commencing a three-day effort to strengthen the economic, trade and education links between UK and Pakistan. This UK TNE event is seen as a significant step toward enhancing educational and research collaborations too between Pakistan and United Kingdom.

Academic Opportunities Across Major Pakistani Cities

Under this new UK Pakistan TNE partnership, the University of Essex will offer a selection of courses through Beaconhouse International College in its Islamabad, Faisalabad and Lahore campuses. These educational programs will cater to both graduate and postgraduate students, with a focus on business, law, technology and other related fields.

David Briggs, Deputy Dean of Partnerships at the University of Essex, expressed his enthusiasm by stating: 

“We are extremely excited to launch this partnership to respond to the need for high-quality higher education opportunities within Pakistan and the wider region. As one of the most international universities in the world, we’re delighted to enter this agreement with Beaconhouse, one of the most respected education providers in the region.”

Expanding Educational Horizons for Pakistan

During the event, Mr. Oliver Christian highlighted the broader importance of international educational partnership in driving knowledge exchange, innovation and economic development. He described this UK Pakistan TNE partnership as a crucial step in expanding educational horizons for students in both the UK and Pakistan.

“We are dedicated to deepening the relationship between the UK and Pakistan,” said Mr. Christian. “This partnership with the University of Essex will not only raise academic standards but also create new opportunities for future collaborations across multiple fields.”

Essex Programs Being Offered by Beaconhouse

Students in Pakistan will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of University of Essex programs through Beaconhouse purpose-built campuses in major cities. These programs include offerings from:

1. Essex Business School

2. Essex Law School

3. School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering

4. School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science

The TNE initiative will provide Pakistani students with access to world-class education from the comfort of their own country, making international academic courses more conveniently accessible.

Beaconhouse Transnational Collaboration

The Beaconhouse Group is no stranger to transnational education, with a presence in eight countries across Asia, the Middle East and Europe. The TNE collaboration with the University of Essex further strengthens its commitment to delivering quality education on a global scale.

Speaking about the partnership, Safia Cassim, Country Head of Operations at Beaconhouse International College, stated: 

“Both organizations sharing common goals of delivering quality education made it easy to collaborate, align, and partner. The process of partnership was rich in terms of experience and learning.”

She emphasized the forward thinking approach of the University of Essex and how this TNE partnership has been a significant milestone for Beaconhouse.

Affiliation with Imperial Healthcare NHS Trust

The event was attended by prominent public figures and academic leaders, who praised this UK TNE program for its role in advancing cross-border education. During his visit, Oliver Christian announced significant new partnerships between Transnational Education agreement between Beaconhouse International College and the University of Essex and also the affiliation between Imperial Healthcare NHS Trust and the Novacare Hospital in Islamabad.

British Deputy High Commissioner, Karachi Sarah Mooney said:

“As Pakistan’s third-largest trade partner, the UK is committed to driving economic development and addressing challenges that hold back growth. This visit reinforces our commitment to working together to unlock opportunities to benefit both countries.”

With this transnational education partnership, the University of Essex and Beaconhouse are set to create new opportunities for students, not only in Pakistan but also in the global academic setting.