Chinese delegation at CSU in Wagga

11 DECEMBER 2015

A Memorandum of Understanding will be signed in Wagga Wagga on Monday 14 December between Charles Sturt University (CSU) and a Chinese university to explore opportunities to work together in the equine field.A six-member senior delegation from Qingdao Agricultural University (QAU) will hold talks with key academic staff from CSU's School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences.They'll tour the University's Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, Veterinary Clinical Centre and equine facilities.The delegation will also attend a formal graduation lunch hosted by Head of Campus at CSU in Wagga Wagga, Ms Miriam Dayhew.Offering undergraduate programs in agricultural and animal sciences, QAU is in southeast Shandong province.Pro Vice-Chancellor (International Education and Partnerships), Professor Heather Cavanagh said, "We will discuss how Charles Sturt University and one of our TAFE partners, Goulburn Ovens TAFE can offer an integrated equine science course for Chinese students to study in Australia, as well as short term programs."It is an appropriate time for the delegation to visit Wagga Wagga as the University celebrates student achievement and success with our graduation ceremonies."While initial discussions will focus on equine sciences, there are several opportunities for cooperation between the two universities to explore given alignment of our study areas and Charles Sturt University's record of delivering high quality education in China."

Media Note:

Photo: CSU Vice-Chancellor Professor Andrew Vann with QAU President Professor Song Xiyun at CSU.

The Qingdao Agricultural University (QAU) delegates include: President Professor SONG Xiyun; Director of the International Office Professor LIANG Anbo; Dean of School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Professor SHANG Shuqi; Dean of School of Food and Science and Engineering Professor WANG Baowei; Vice Dean, School of Marine Science and Engineering Professor WANG Wenqi; Coordinator for Study Abroad Programs Ms ZHANG Shaozhe.

CSU will be represented by Vice-Chancellor Professor Andrew Vann and Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Heather Cavanagh.

The MoU is due to be signed from 1.30pm on Monday 14 December in the Veterinary Pre-Clinical Centre, building 290, near car park 25, Nathan Cobb Drive, CSU in Wagga Wagga.

CSU and Goulburn Ovens TAFE (GOTAFE) work in partnership through CSU Wangaratta, to deliver undergraduate degrees including agricultural business management, agriculture, horticulture, wine business, and veterinary technology.

Through its School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences in Wagga Wagga, CSU offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs including in animal, equine and veterinary sciences. Read more here.