Mumbai: The University of Mumbai has drawn 246 applications from 48 countries for its newly introduced PhD programmes for international students.The highest number of applications has been received for business management (28), followed by education (22), accountancy and management (14 each), and music (13). Interest has also come in disciplines such as English literature, information technology, social work, statistics and philosophy, alongside niche areas including biotechnology, nanoscience and international relations.Students from countries such as Russia, Bangladesh, Kenya, Egypt, Indonesia and Kazakhstan have applied, reflecting a wide geographic spread across Asia, Africa and Europe.University officials said the programmes were introduced to strengthen research-led learning and respond to rising demand from international students. Eligibility criteria include a minimum of 55% in postgraduate studies and qualifying an entrance test, followed by an online interview.The admissions process will be conducted through a single-window system managed by the university’s student development department.
