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Exploration of Collaboration Between Udayana University and Australian National University Marks a Milestone in Global Academic Partnerships
Denpasar, Bali, October 19, 2023 – In a significant development in the realm of international academia, the Faculty of Medicine at Udayana University has initiated groundbreaking discussions with the Australian National University (ANU) to foster collaboration in education, research, and capacity building. The high-level delegation from Udayana University's Faculty of Medicine, comprising the Coordinator of the Master of Public Health Science Study Program and the Dean, visited ANU's College of Health and Medicine (CHM), School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP), and National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH) from October 16 to 18, 2023.
The Udayana University delegation was warmly received by distinguished members of the ANU academic community, including Prof. Christine Phillips (CHM), Prof. Paul Fitzgerald (SMP Director), Associate Prof. Alex Webb (ANU SMP Medical Program), Prof. Tony Steward, and Dr. Matthew Kelly (both from NCEPH ANU). The discussions, guided by the esteemed dr. I Nyoman Sutarsa, MPH, Ph.D, FHEA, touched upon various facets of potential collaboration, marking a pivotal moment in Udayana University's mission to expand its global footprint.
ANU, a renowned institution ranked 34th globally by QS-100, holds a prominent position in the academic world, making this collaboration particularly crucial in the pursuit of Udayana University's vision and mission. Several pivotal topics were on the agenda during the exploration:
1. Research Collaboration: One of the primary objectives of the discussions was to explore opportunities for research collaboration in the fields of public health, primary healthcare, and human/health security between Australia and Indonesia. This partnership promises to drive innovative solutions and advancements in these crucial areas.
2. Educational Collaboration: Both universities are keen to foster educational collaboration by enabling undergraduate and master's student exchanges, elective studies for medical professionals, joint supervision, shared PhD training, co-development of courses, joint field epidemiology training, and visiting academic programs. This promises to enrich the educational experience for students and professionals on both sides.
3. Capacity Building: The discussions also emphasized the potential for capacity building through teaching innovation, skill transfer, and the exchange of academic staff. These initiatives are expected to enhance the quality of education and research conducted by both institutions.
This landmark exploration aligns with several ongoing research grant programs, including KONEKSI research grants, INA-RH research grants, and INSPIRE research grants. The collaboration will see involvement from a diverse group of researchers from both Udayana University and ANU. In the near future, the institutions will embark on systematic steps to formalize these collaborations under a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The engagement between Udayana University and ANU not only symbolizes a step towards academic excellence but also fosters cross-cultural ties and internationalization, which is pivotal in today's interconnected world. This promising partnership holds the potential to bring about transformative changes in the fields of healthcare, research, and education, serving as a testament to the shared commitment of these institutions to global progress.
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