Shoolini sends first dual-degree cohort to the University of Melbourne
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Becomes the first university in India to transition an entire cohort of pathway students to the University of Melbourne.
Solan, July 24
Shoolini University has achieved a major milestone in international higher education by facilitating the transfer of all nine students from the inaugural batch of its Dual Degree Pathway Program to the University of Melbourne, Australia. It is the first university in India to facilitate the transfer of an entire cohort to the University of Melbourne under the pathway model.
After completing the first two years of their undergraduate studies at Shoolini University, the students have joined the University of Melbourne to pursue the final phase of their degrees. Having met all academic requirements of the program, each has commenced classes at the University of Melbourne, one of the world’s leading universities.
The cohort includes students from Punjab, Chandigarh, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Maharashtra. They have enrolled in sought-after majors including Biotechnology, Neuroscience, and Microbiology from a choice of more than 20 majors offered by the University of Melbourne.
Congratulating the students on this landmark achievement, Shoolini University Chancellor Prof. P.K. Khosla said: “This achievement reflects the strength of the academic foundation and global outlook that Shoolini University provides. We congratulate our students on reaching this important milestone and wish them every success as they continue their academic journey at the University of Melbourne.”
Shoolini University Pro Chancellor Prof. Vishal Anand said the students’ transfer marks the beginning of a new chapter in international education. “At Shoolini, we are creating meaningful international pathways that give students access to world-class education without compromising affordability or academic quality. We are delighted to see our first cohort begin their journey at the University of Melbourne, and we are confident they will continue to excel on the global stage.”
Shoolini University Vice Chancellor Prof. Atul Khosla said: “This is a proud moment not only for Shoolini University but also for Indian higher education. Our students have demonstrated that with the right academic foundation, mentorship, and global exposure, they can thrive at the world’s best universities. We congratulate each one of them for reaching this important milestone.”
The transition was supported by the university’s academic and administrative teams, guided by Dr. Dinesh Kumar, Dean, Faculty of Biotechnology; Dr. Lokender Kumar, Program Director; and Asmita Lohia, Program Coordinator, who mentored the students and coordinated every stage of the process.
The Office of International Affairs, Team Ideas That Matter, and the university management worked together on admissions, academic advising, visa processing, orientation, and onboarding to ensure a smooth transition for every student.
