India, Nov. 3 -- Melbourne University, IISER launch 2+2 dual degree program: Pro VC Frank Vetere explains what students need to know

The first expectation is academic quality. Students should know who awards their degree, how academic standards are assured, who teaches them, what research informs the curriculum, and what support is available locally.

An internationally recognised university name can inspire confidence, but reputation cannot replace the everyday quality of teaching, assessment, feedback and academic mentoring. International education must therefore be both globally connected and locally relevant. A successful branch campus should bring global academic standards into dialogue with India's economic priorities, social reali...