Our academic and professional team members combine local knowledge of Higher Education in India with a wider perpsective built on years of international experience.
Prof Phillips will take up her post in May ahead of the campus welcoming its first students in August. In her role as Academic Provost, Professor Phillips will be responsible for academic quality and delivery.
She played an important role in establishing the University of Birmingham’s flagship campus in Dubai where she is currently Head of Health, Wellbeing and Human Science programmes. Prior to this, Eloise was an Associate Dean at Aston University.
Prof Phillips is a registered nurse and highly experienced advanced clinical practitioner. Across her career she has worked globally in clinical practice, healthcare leadership and management, research, and academia.
Prof Phillips said: “I was drawn to the University of Southampton for its mission to impact and transform students' lives and the region, which aligns with my professional values and passion."
“I am honoured to accept the role of Academic Provost and Associate Vice-President (International) at the University of Southampton Delhi and look forward to leading our international campus towards excellence in education, research, and knowledge exchange."
“India's dynamic education landscape offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of higher education where I am committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment for students and staff.”
Dr Vishal Talwar is Chief Operating Officer for the university’s Delhi campus with responsibility for growth strategy and delivery, as well as operations from marketing, recruitment and admissions, to campus life and student experience.
Dr Vishal Talwar brings a wealth of experience in higher education leadership, innovation, and academic excellence. Prior to this role, he served as Director & Head of Campus and Professor of Marketing at the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad. He has also held senior leadership positions at BML Munjal University (BMU), including Dean of the School of Management and Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship. His academic journey spans globally recognised institutions such as SP Jain School of Global Management and the London School of Economics.
A prolific academic, Dr Talwar has made substantial contributions to global research, publishing in various journals including the prestigious FT 50 list. His scholarly contributions extend to books, book chapters, and presentations at top-tier international conferences such as the Academy of Management Conference, American Marketing Association Summer Conference, British Academy of Management, and INFORMS Marketing Sciences. Dr Talwar is a PhD from Manchester Business School, UK.
Dr Talwar said: “I am delighted to join the University of Southampton Delhi at this exciting juncture. University of Southampton Delhi promises to be an enriched global learning experience for students. Set within a purpose-built, safe and technologically advanced campus in Gurgaon, it will have a strong focus on academic rigour, as well as holistic development. The Delhi NCR region provides a great platform for networking, industry engagement and career transformation. A carefully curated approach will provide our students with hands-on experience and real-world insights, thus enabling more robust career readiness.”
Dr Sagaya Amalathas is joining in May 2025 as Director of Learning and Teaching from University of Southampton Malaysia. She will be responsible for delivering outstanding education and a distinctively Southampton student experience at the University’s Delhi campus.
Dr Amalathas is Head of Computer Science and an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton’s Malaysia campus. She successfully led the graduation of the campus's first Computer Science cohort. She has led higher education initiatives, conducted significant research, and contributed to the computing industry. Her expertise has been critical in designing, developing, and implementing applications used in Malaysian agriculture, medicine, and telecommunications.
Dr Amalathas said: “I have a strong passion for curriculum innovation and am excited about developing a creative and inclusive learning environment for all students at our Delhi campus.
“This is an exciting time for the University and having successfully launched and developed academic programmes in Malaysia, I am eager to contribute to the success of the Delhi campus, leveraging my dedication to education and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
“Education is a transformative force and as Director of Learning and Teaching I will inspire students and staff to achieve excellence.”
Mr Zaveri joined as Recruitment, Marketing and Admissions Director and brings significant experience in student recruitment, marketing, and programme management.
Prior to joining the University of Southampton Delhi, Mr Zaveri served as Director of Admission Outreach at Flame University. He also held the position of Head of Student Recruitment at SP Jain School of Global Management, where he played a key role in enhancing student outreach and institutional development.
Mr Zaveri said: "I am excited to join University of Southampton Delhi, and the opportunity to welcome new students to a transformative academic experience. My commitment is to empower them with a world-class education that fosters innovation, critical thinking and leadership, supported by a diverse community that helps them to achieve academic and professional goals. I look forward to helping them start on their journey toward success."
