University Of Melbourne Shares Roadmap For Dual And Joint Degree Programs With Indian Institutes

The University of Melbourne has hosted an Internationalisation Workshop in Delhi providing the roadmap to establish dual and joint degree programs with Indian institutes.

The University of Melbourne has joined forces with India’s University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Australian High Commission in Delhi to host an Internationalisation Workshop in Delhi at its Melbourne Global Centre.

Through the workshop, Indian universities saw a roadmap to establish dual and joint degree programs emphasizing international credit systems, regulatory frameworks and strategies for cross-border academic partnerships.

Various Indian university leaders attended the workshop which aligned with India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. It focused on flexible learning models and internationalization.

“ By introducing transnational education (TNE) through dual degrees and blended programs, Indian students can access top-ranked global universities while remaining connected to local opportunities. This approach ensures affordability, flexibility and relevance in India’s diverse educational landscape,” says the university statement.

Professor Rita John, Head of the Department of Theoretical Physics and Coordinator of the B.Sc. (Blended) Science Program at the University of Madras, said, “The Dual Degree program’s structure—where Indian professors teach the first four semesters—bridges the academic gap for students transitioning directly from school, giving them a strong foundation before studying at Melbourne.”

Professor Muthupandian Ashok Kumar, Director of the Melbourne Global Centre – Delhi said, “Our partnerships are designed to build long-term capacity. The BSc Blended program, co-developed with Indian universities, ensures students receive a globally recognised foundation.”

“Our dual degree model, launched in 2023, offers pathways for students to study in Melbourne. These programs are part of a decade-long effort, supported by PhD scholarships and research collaborations through the Melbourne India Postgraduate Academy (MIPA),” Professor Ashok Kumar added.

University Of Melbourne To Strengthen Ties With Indian Institutes

The university has been working with Indian organisations since 2008 to develop scalable models. It launched the Bachelor of Science (Blended) program in 2016 which is now offered at five Indian universities including Savitribai Phule Pune University and University of Madras.

It introduced the Bachelor of Science Advanced (Honours) degree in 2023 which allows students to study in both Australia and India.

Australian Minister-Counsellor for Education & Research, George Thiveos said, “Education is a great way to connect our societies, but it shouldn’t be a one-way street.  That’s why we fully support initiatives such as this that reflect our joint commitment to creating pathways for Indian students to access global opportunities while fostering long-term strategic collaborations between Australian and Indian universities.”

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