Mukul Madhav Foundation Scholarship to support master’s student in global health and child health

The scholarship is the second to be funded through the partnership between the Mukul Madhav Foundation and UCL. The scholar will begin their studies in autumn 2026 and their tuition fees will be fully covered. The scholarship will enable a student to benefit from UCL’s world-leading teaching and research in global health and child health and support them to go on to make a significant impact as a researcher or practitioner in this field.  

The first Mukul Madav Foundation Scholar recruited through the partnership is Prisha Gohil, who is currently studying on the MSc Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Prisha reflected: 

“As the inaugural recipient of this scholarship, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities it created throughout my postgraduate journey. It afforded me the freedom to focus on making the most of my postgraduate experience, pursuing opportunities for learning, growth, and development, rather than being limited by the practical considerations that I could have faced. It opened doors to valuable opportunities, introduced me to a wider network of peers and professionals, and allowed me to engage more fully with both academic and personal development. I am thrilled that another student will now have the chance to experience the same support and sense of possibility.” 

The announcement of the renewed partnership comes as UCL continues to deepen its engagement with India during its bicentenary year. On 6 June 2026, UCL launched Here, it will happen in India. Here, it will happen is the university’s ambitious global philanthropic and engagement campaign, which aims to bring together alumni, supporters and partners to address the world’s most pressing challenges. 

India has long been central to UCL’s global community and history. For generations, Indian students, alumni, researchers and partners have contributed to the university’s academic life, research excellence and global impact. Today, UCL works closely with institutions and organisations across India and is home to a vibrant community of Indian students and alumni whose work is helping shape health, education, technology and public policy around the world. 

The Mukul Madhav Foundation Scholarship reflects a shared commitment to expanding access to world-leading education and supporting future leaders who will address major global health challenges through research, innovation and practice. 

Mrs Ritu Hinduja-Chhabria, Chair of the Mukul Madhav Foundation, said: 

“The Mukul Madhav Foundation is proud of its association with University College London, one of the world’s top-ten leading multidisciplinary universities. We are delighted with our first MSc scholar Prisha Gohil and her achievements, as she completes her MSc Child and Adolescent Mental Health this year, and we look forward to meeting a new Mukul Madhav Foundation Masters scholar from September 2026.”  

Angharad Milenkovic, Vice-President (Advancement), said: 

“This scholarship represents the very best of what UCL’s global community can achieve together. We are proud to partner with the Mukul Madhav Foundation to support talented students from India. As we celebrate the launch of Here, it will happen in India, this partnership is a powerful example of the deep and enduring connections between UCL and India, and of the transformative impact philanthropy can have on individuals and society.” 

Helen Cross, Director of the UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, said: 

“Global challenges in child health and public health require globally minded leaders, researchers and practitioners. This scholarship will enable an exceptional student from India to access advanced specialist education at UCL and become part of an international community committed to improving health outcomes worldwide. We are enormously grateful to the Mukul Madhav Foundation for their generosity and vision.”