Strengthening Global Academic Ties to Enhance Student Opportunities and
Collaborative Research Initiatives
Hyderabad, October 25, 2024: Gokaraju
Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology (GRIET) proudly announces the
signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Curtin University Malaysia,
marking a significant step towards fostering research collaboration and student
exchange between the two esteemed institutions.
Dr. KVS Raju, Senior Administrative Officer at GRIET, emphasized the
institute’s commitment to creating more international partnerships, indicating
plans for future MoUs with other highly ranked universities around the globe to
enhance student benefits.
As part of this collaboration, Prof. Swadesh Kumar Singh, Dean of
R&D at GRIET, revealed that Curtin University will introduce student
projects this year. Students in their third and final years across all branches
will have the unique opportunity to physically travel to Curtin University
Malaysia to engage in these projects.
During the signing ceremony, Prof. Vincent Lee Chieng Chen, Pro-Vice
Chancellor of Curtin University, expressed his enthusiasm for the MoU, stating
that it would be advantageous for both institutions. He remarked, “This
partnership opens doors for unparalleled opportunities for our students and
faculty alike.”
Mr. GVK Ranga Raju, Vice President of the Gokaraju Rangaraju Educational
Society (GRES), reiterated GRIET's dedication to enhancing student quality
through global exposure, asserting, “We are committed to providing our students
with meaningful experiences that will prepare them for a globalized world.”
Prof. Lim Chye Ing, overseeing international relations, reinforced the
aim for a long-term partnership, emphasizing that “collaborative initiatives
like these are vital to enriching our educational framework.”
The signing ceremony was also attended by Dr. Moola Mohan Reddy and Prof.
Sujan Debnath, who highlighted the potential benefits of this partnership for
the broader academic community and society.
Curtin University is internationally recognized for its robust industry
connections, high-impact research, and a wide array of innovative courses. The
university has recently positioned itself among the top one percent of
institutions worldwide, according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities
(ARWU) 2023.
This partnership between GRIET and Curtin University Malaysia marks a
significant development in the global academic landscape, promising to create
enriching experiences for students while fostering innovative research
endeavors.