China, NZ enhance partnership in education
He added that the university's collaboration with its Chinese counterparts will expand further. During his visit to China this week, the university is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fudan University in Shanghai to enhance research collaboration in areas including public health, well-being, life sciences, medical research and climate change, as well as three agreements with Chinese universities, namely Communication University of Zhejiang, Yantai University and Zhengzhou University.
"Victoria University of Wellington is proud of our deep and enduring partnerships with China's top institutions. These relationships — built on mutual respect, academic excellence, and shared aspirations — demonstrate our long-term commitment to collaboration, innovation, and student success," he said.
As the university renews and expands its partnerships with Chinese institutions, it will also launch new scholarships, programs and initiatives to support more Chinese students and strengthen bilateral connections.
As of this month, the university is home to 2,702 international students from 120 countries across the world, including 635 Chinese bachelor, master and PhD students in various fields such as commerce, science, communication, design, professional accounting and business, according to Smith.
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