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University of Melbourne launches Global Centre in Delhi
The Centre will not operate as a teaching facility but will focus on fostering partnerships and supporting sustainable academic initiatives across India.
(L-R) University of Melbourne deputy vice-chancellor Michael Wesley, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan MP, University of Melbourne Provost Professor Nicola Phillips, Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green OAM and University of Melbourne Assistant Deputy Vice Chancellor International Muthupandian Ashokkumar. / Image - University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne inaugurated its first Melbourne Global Centre in New Delhi, India, on Sept. 17, marking a major step in expanding its global presence.
The launch was officiated by Victoria Premier Jacinta Allan, who is part of a high-level delegation visiting India to strengthen partnerships with local stakeholders, including students, alumni, and government officials.
The Melbourne Global Centre aims to serve as a hub for educational collaboration, research partnerships, and community engagement. The Centre will facilitate knowledge exchange between Australia and India, furthering connections across education, industry, and international agencies, a release stated.
Professor Michael Wesley, deputy vice-chancellor (global, culture and engagement) at the University of Melbourne, emphasized the Centre’s significance in advancing the university’s commitment to India. “Our Melbourne Global Centre in Delhi is a significant step in our longstanding commitment to fostering educational collaboration between our India and our University,” he stated.
Premier Allan highlighted the Centre’s importance in strengthening ties between the two nations. “University of Melbourne is Australia’s top ranked university, and the Melbourne Global Centre will bring their offering to India – opening up new opportunities for collaboration and connection here in Delhi,” she said.
The Centre will showcase the university’s research and educational offerings, hosting cultural performances, art exhibitions, and lecture series. It will also serve as a platform for collaboration with Indian corporations and academic institutions, contributing to India’s long-term academic and research goals, a statement from the University noted.
This initiative is part of the university’s broader “Advancing Melbourne Globally” strategy, which seeks to position Melbourne as a leading knowledge hub in the Asia-Pacific region.
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