We are delighted to announce a new MOU between Nurture Higher Education Group and the NUST Namibia. This important step lays the foundation for an exciting, long-term partnership aimed at elevating NUST to the global education stage and establishing it as a leading regional education hub for Africa.
NUST has built a strong foundation of academic excellence and ambition, and through this partnership, we aim to further strengthen its position by facilitating impactful collaborations with prestigious global universities.
Special thanks to Vice Chancellor Prof. Erold Naomab, Prof. Dominic McVey MBE, and Her Excellency Linda Scott, Namibian High Commissioner to the UK & Northern Ireland, for their invaluable support and vision in making this partnership possible.
We look forward to a transformative journey ahead, creating significant opportunities for students, staff, and the broader educational community in Namibia and the region.
Exciting transnational education opportunities will be created in Thailand and Southeast Asia through a new partnership between La Trobe University (Australia), Siam University (Thailand) and Nurture Higher Education.
A memorandum of understanding was signed today (25 July) at La Trobe University between the two universities and Nurture Higher Education, with an ambition to enrol 2000 students over the next five years at the soon-to-be established Global University Academy in Siam University, Bangkok.
As well as giving local students the opportunity to complete a foreign qualification at home, it will provide access to La Trobe University degrees for international students from the broader Asian region such as Myanmar and Cambodia.
Students will have the option to complete their full program in Thailand or come to La Trobe to complete part of their degree, where there will be opportunity for them to engage with industry partners in Australia or the UK. Programs offered will be in sectors for which there is high workforce demand, such as computer science and hospitality.
La Trobe University Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Dewar AO, said the partnership will build on the University’s existing transnational education programs and will contribute to both the local and global workforce in Thailand and South-East Asia.
“La Trobe has a long history of transnational education programs in partnership with international institutions in China, Vietnam, Singapore, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and now Thailand,” Professor Dewar said.
“We’re excited to expand our global footprint, to deliver unique, high-quality programs for local students and, at the same time, deepening our engagement with Thailand’s higher education institutions.
“We are looking forward to a long and successful collaboration with Siam University, with Nurture Higher Education Group and, most of all, we are looking forward to successful outcomes for our students.”
Dr Pornchai Mongkhonvanit, President of Siam University, said:
“We are delighted to be working with Nurture Higher Education Group to be the launch partner for their Global University Academy concept. The opportunity to work deeply with La Trobe Universityunder this model is not only unique and innovative but will create transformational study and career opportunities in Thailand.
“Through the international dual degree programs in the Academy, we will develop global citizens ready to thrive in our interconnected world. By enabling student mobility across Thailand and Australia, we can create graduates prepared to apply their diverse, international experiences wherever their careers take them.
“The initiatives and partnerships considered under this MOU will serve to enhance our mission to become Thailand’s leading University for transforming the futures of students and aligning to our sector-leading commitment to sustainability in Thailand.”
Stephen Healy, Co-Founder and CEO Nurture Higher Education, said:
“We are delighted that our Global University Academy concept will be launched in Thailand, where we launched our first Two-degree Program in 2019. Since then, we have curated University partnerships that serve our mission to bring accessible world-class credentials to students, which are aligned and attuned to the needs of the modern workplace through Nurture’s employer engagement, mentoring and internship program.
Our investment into the Academy at Siam University will be driven by a step change in our presence in Thailand, building the capacity to enable Siam University to work in collaboration with La Trobe University and employers, to transform the lives and opportunities for students within Thailand, taking our activities to new levels of scale, student success and employer engagement.”
About La Trobe University
For more than 50 years, La Trobe University has been transforming people and societies. The University works collaboratively across disciplines and with partners to develop fresh ways of thinking and conducting research – constantly seeking new ways to engage with and better serve its partners and communities, to build relationships and develop solutions for the issues facing society.
La Trobe University is ranked in the top 300 universities globally by the major university ranking organisations (Academic Ranking of World Universities, Times Higher Education World University Rankings and QS World University Rankings).
For the second year running, La Trobe University is the top improver among Australia’s top 20 universities in the QS World University Rankings, rising 74 places to claim its new spot at 242 of the 1,500 universities evaluated.
Siam University is a private Higher Education institution in Bangkok, Thailand, with over 10,000 students from more than 50 countries across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs in 15 faculties. Siam University places a driving importance on sustainability, with the concept applied to the university’s management, policy and operational activities, directly affecting the quality of graduates, society, Thailand, and the world.
Siam University was established in 1973 as a privately owned higher education institution in Bangkok and is committed to fostering growth and developing relationships with national and international institutions to bring a wealth of knowledge and connections to our students, staff, and local communities. Maintaining these relationships and following the ministry’s guidelines, they have proudly produced over 90,000 graduates into Thailand’s and the international workforce.
Siam University is recognized as a top 10 sustainable university in Thailand and ranked 102nd globally among 1,050 sustainable universities by UIGreenMetric in 2022. With a focus on sustainability, the faculty, students and officials collaborate with the local community, government entities, and private sectors to cultivate innovative ideas and shared responsibilities. Dedicated to promoting knowledge, personal development, and sustainability on campus and beyond, Siam University aims to be a role model for peers, and a positive example for the world.
Formed in 2017 and headquartered in the UK, Nurture Higher Education Group is a globally active company, focused on creating accessible and affordable world-class Higher Education opportunities in locations around the world through its unique transnational education as a service model with University partners worldwide.
Nurture curates a transformative international university experience, to support talented students who may be unable to study abroad and delivers to the needs and interests of national and multi-national employers in the operating countries. Nurture’s employee engagement, mentoring and internship programs continue to complement university partners to better meet the demands of modern workplace and successful graduate profiles.
The Nurture Two-degree Program model aims to bring reputation, relevance, and returns for students undertaking the programs of study, as well as the institutions delivering the collaborative programs through English Medium Instruction and maintains quality assurance and regulatory compliance standards for all its University partners.
BINUS International will establish academic collaboration with La Trobe University, Australia, through a Two-degree Program focused on the Computer Science and Business Information Systems majors at BINUS International.
International collaboration is one of the focuses of BINUS International’s development, especially in achieving BINUS 2035’s vision to become “A world-class university, fostering and empowering the society in building and serving the Nation”. BINUS continues to develop international collaborations with world-renowned universities to achieve this vision.
On this occasion, BINUS International will establish academic collaboration with La Trobe University, Australia, through a Two-degree Program focused on the Computer Science and Business Information Systems majors at BINUS International. Through the Two-degree Program, BINUS students in these majors will receive two academic degrees (from BINUS and La Trobe) in one lecture period. Students can also complete their final year of study at the Melbourne campus.
Focusing on enhancing the capacity of learners, educators, and the employability of graduates through innovative, transformative, and high-quality higher education system solutions on a global scale, this collaboration is expected to produce graduates with relevant international capacity and quality aligned with the needs of the global industry because these two universities have the advantage of strong relationships with the industry.
The symbolic representation of this collaboration was marked by the presence of Pro Vice-Chancellor of La Trobe University, Prof. Amalia Di Iorio AM, and Associate Dean, School of Computing, Prof. Naveen Chilamkurti, who were warmly welcomed by the Director of BINUS @Senayan Campus, Drs. Andreas Chang, M.B.A., along with the leadership team of BINUS International on May 27th at BINUS @Senayan JWC campus. Also in attendance were the National President of the Indonesia Australia Business Council (IABC), Mr. George Iwan Marantika, and the Founder & Managing Director of Nurture Higher Education Group, Mr. Stephen Healy.
The academic collaboration between BINUS and La Trobe will undoubtedly further strengthen the quality of graduates in Computer Science and Business Information Systems, meeting the needs of the national and global industries. Supported by competency-based curricula enhanced by industry engagement and the experience of studying at two different campuses, BINUS and La Trobe, BINUS International graduates will gain international exposure that can serve as an added value and competitive advantage for them to compete in global companies or become entrepreneurs with a global mindset. As entrepreneurs, a global mindset is crucial to expanding business scale, which will significantly contribute to the Indonesian economy. Having an additional degree from an international university, in this case, La Trobe, also serves as an additional credential for graduates to compete in the global job market,” stated Drs. Andreas Chang, M.B.A.
“La Trobe University is very proud to be working with BINUS International, known for its excellence in Information Technology and Digital Transformation. This is one of the key reasons for initiating this collaboration. La Trobe, as the most innovative university in Australia, is collaborating with BINUS to definitely produce human resources that are global-minded and full of innovation,” said Prof. Amalia
On Friday 11th February, Nurture HE Group, the creator of Goal Business Education held its second “Mentoring Masterclass on the Road” with Mr. Brendan Cunningham, Executive Director of The Australian – Thai Chamber of Commerce in Thailand.
Our Two Degree Program’s students across all year groups were introduced to the topic of “Australian Business Interests in Thailand and the Role of the Chamber” followed by case studies group activities, the “PIVOT” business in survival mode. What a highly informative and dynamic Mentoring Masterclass session.
On Thursday 3rd February, 2022, Nurture HE Group, the creator of Goal Business Education held its “Mentoring Masterclass on the Road” for this semester in the downtown Bangkok Glowfish co-working offices with Stephen Healy, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Nurture Higher Education Group.
Our Freshmen and Sophomore students were introduced to the new program of mentoring sessions with a highly enjoyable interactive session revolving around the Marshmallow Challenge. What a great start to a semester of Mentoring on the Road!
The University of Newcastle, Binus University and Nurture Higher Education (UK) have partnered to offer a unique joint teaching program for Indonesian and international students.
The initiative enables students to complete business and commerce subjects and receive bachelor degrees from both universities, delivered entirely in English at the Binus University campus in Jakarta.
Students benefit from the opportunity to complete an Australian degree entirely in Indonesia with the options to transfer, if they wish, to the University of Newcastle’s Australia or Singapore locations at any time with full recognition of prior studies.
Students on the program must satisfy the entry requirements of both university partners in order to graduate. The first cohort of students will graduate in 2022 with degrees from both Binus University and the University of Newcastle, and have access to a global network of peers through the partnership with Nurture Higher Education.
Many outstanding graduates of the University of Newcastle are now working in Indonesia. Notable alumni include the Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Gary Quinlan AO and Noni Purnomo, President Director of Blue Bird Group, known as the largest taxi service in Indonesia.
University of Newcastle Vice-Chancellor, Professor Alex Zelinsky said “This partnership enables us to support some of our nearest neighbours, connecting Indonesian students with new education offerings that give them a competitive advantage in the workplace. We have many proud examples of Indonesian students, who after studying with us in Australia returned home to establish thriving careers that have greatly benefitted their communities. Through this partnership, we hope more Indonesian students will have access to higher education study options that help set them up for their best chance of success.”
Gatot Soepriyanto, S.E. Ak M Buss (Acc) Ph.D. Dean of Faculty of Economics said “This new program will prepare students to be ahead of the curve in an ever competitive and dynamic world. By partnering with the University of Newcastle in Australia, Binus University International is able to create a world-class learning environment for students. This two-degree program also offers an option for students to attend classes at the University of Newcastle campus in Australia or Singapore.”
Stephen Healy, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Nurture Higher Education Group and the Goal Business Education initiative, said “We are delighted to welcome Binus University International into our Global Network with the University of Newcastle, Australia. The world class Business School accreditations Binus has achieved match those of Newcastle, and we think the Top 200 World University Award from Newcastle alongside that of the Binus award will give students something unique that will enhance their employability and give them the status and agility required for the future workplace. We look forward to watching our current and future students succeed as a result of this partnership.”
The program will be officially launched during International Week at Binus University, via a virtual event on the 22nd October 2020.
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About the Two Degree Program The Newcastle-Binus Two Degree program is a course of study held over four years that leads to:
a Bachelor of International Business awarded by Binus and a Bachelor of Business awarded by the University of Newcastle, or
a Bachelor of International Accountancy and Finance awarded by Binus and a Bachelor of Commerce awarded by the University of Newcastle.
The program is taught in English and delivered entirely at the Binus University campus in Jakarta. Admission is open to eligible to Indonesian and foreign citizens.
This program is the second of its kind for the University of Newcastle and Nurture Higher Education.
About the University of Newcastle Since 1965, the University of Newcastle has delivered superior education and world-class research. Currently ranked 197th in the world by QS World University Rankings, the University strives to deliver an exceptional student experience and to serve its regions by taking research that matters to the world and by bringing global expertise to its regions.
The University of Newcastle has a long history in providing offshore teaching in ASEAN. The university began teaching in Singapore in 2006 and over 5000 students from 39 countries have graduated from programs in business management, finance, engineering, construction management, IT and communications.
The two-degree program with Binus University is the second venture with Nurture Higher Education for the teaching of Newcastle programs outside Australia. In September 2019, the University and Nurture launched a two-degree program in Bangkok with University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce.
About Binus University Binus started life in 1974 and in 1996 was established as a university. Over the course of the next twenty-four years, the university has developed into a leading multi-faculty institution.
Binus continuously strives for excellence, developing creative and sustainable ideas and believe in the importance of collaborative, effective and trustful working relationships to achieve success.
Binus is committed to developing the nation and contributing to the global community through the provision of world-class education and technology. They work to create outstanding leaders for global community and improving the quality of life of Indonesians and the international community.
About Nurture Higher Education Formed in January 2017, the Nurture Higher Education Group focuses on the crucial intersection of learners, educators and employers.
Nurture is the creator of Goal Business Education. Goal Business Education aims to nurture the aspirations of learners and university partners worldwide by creating a global network of universities operating a common business education curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate awards for students around the world. The launch partners for Goal Business Education are the University of Newcastle Australia and the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC). In addition to the launch partnership in Thailand with UTCC which began enrolling students from August 2019, over the next five years Goal will operate in a further 20 countries.
