India, Nov. 2 -- The University of Melbourne and IISER Tirupati have joined hands to launch the BSc Global Scholars Program, a 2+2 Dual Degree programme aimed at providing Indian students with international exposure and research-led science education. Under the programme, students will complete the first two years of their studies at IISER Tirupati before moving to the University of Melbourne, Australia, for the next two years, graduating with two Bachelor Honours degrees.

In an exclusive interview with HT Digital, Professor Frank Vetere, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global) at the University of Melbourne, discusses how the new academic partnership will expand opportunities for Indian students, strengthen their research capabilities and prepare ...