Coimbatore students get new pathway to UK and US Universities

Firebird Institute of International Studies (FIIS), a unit of the Shiva Texyarn Limited Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with INTO Qualifications, a UK-based education pathway provider, to offer International Foundation and International Year One programmes at its Coimbatore campus.
Through articulation agreements with more than 100 universities across the UK, the US, Australia and Europe, INTO Qualifications provides pathways for students seeking undergraduate education at international universities. Under the programme, students can complete their Foundation or International Year One studies in India and progress to the second year of undergraduate programmes at participating universities in the UK and the US.
INTO Qualifications has authorised FIIS as an approved delivery centre for the programmes. FIIS is currently the only institution in India offering INTO Foundation and International Year One programmes in Coimbatore, according to the institution.
The initiative is aimed at students aspiring to pursue undergraduate education overseas.
By completing the initial stage of their studies in India, students can reduce the overall cost of education while gaining access to international university pathways.
Dr Richard Samuels, Director – Strategic Academic Partnerships, INTO University Partnerships, explained the programme structure and progression pathways available to students.
He also highlighted the universities having articulation agreements with INTO Qualifications and the international opportunities available through the programmes.
Sujana Abirami Sundararaman, Managing Trustee, Firebird Institute of International Studies, said the initiative reflected FIIS’ efforts to bring international education opportunities closer to students in India at an affordable cost.
She reiterated FIIS’ commitment to providing quality education and an international learning experience at its Indian campus.
Dr R. Nandagopal, Chief Operating Officer, Firebird Institute of International Studies, explained the admission process and facilities available at FIIS. He said the programmes would provide students and parents with an affordable pathway to undergraduate education in the UK and the US while offering international exposure.