By Chisomo Phiri

CT University and Chandigarh Group of Colleges(CGC ) in India representatives were at Crossroads Hotel in Blantyre on Wednesday,providing guidance on how Malawian students can easily secure the scholarships offered by the two institutions.

The universities are offering scholarships ranging from 50% to 60% to Malawian students.

In an interview with journalists,Head of International Affairs at CGC which offers 60% scholarships to Malawian students,
Asimjot Singh Chahal,said their institution has a strong presence in Malawi, with many students already studying at CGC.

“We understand the current financial challenges and forex shortages, ,that is why we have come up with a flat 60% scholarship on tuition fees for all Malawian students,” he said.

Chahal said CGC offers over 100 programs in various fields, including engineering, medical, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, and more.

He said the institution is accredited with NAAC A+ rating, ensuring world-class education.

Said Chahal:”The eligibility criteria for programs vary, and students will need to meet specific requirements based on their chosen field of study.

“For example, engineering students will need to have studied physics, chemistry, and mathematics.”

He said CGC’s globalized campus has students from over 50 countries, providing a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

He said the institution has modern facilities, including digital libraries, industry-sponsored labs, sports stadiums, and more.

Chahal emphasized that CGC has a strict zero-tolerance policy towards racism, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for international students.

On his part,
CT University Director of International Affairs which offers 50% scholarships to Malawian students,Naresh Kumar Sharma,highlighted the university’s commitment to providing affordable education to students from around the world, including Malawi.

“We have over 173 students from Malawi studying at our campus, and we understand the challenges that parents and students are facing.

“To address this, we have made our programs more affordable, with students paying a minimum of $625 per semester for bachelor’s degree programs”,he said.

Sharma said CT University offers a wide range of programs, including BBA, BCA, BCom, Journalism and Mass Communication, fashion designing, and hotel management.

He emphasized the university’s focus on producing high-quality graduates, highlighting the achievements of its alumni.

“One of our students is working with the Reserve Bank of Malawi(RBM ), another with the National Bank of Malawi (NBM) , and many others are working with the Ministry of Health,” he proudly said .