A renowned London based university has taken a further step in the plan for improved relations amongst international students.

Yesterday UCL (University College London) announced plans to open an overseas campus in Australia. The announcement will see UCL become the first British university to open a subsequent campus in Australia, a move which is in tune with the UK’s planned initiatives for multi-national study.

It has been reported that UCL sealed a deal with the government of Australia to open a School of Energy and Resources in Adelaide. The school which is scheduled for opening next year is to specialise in global energy use and is expected to teach on average 60 masters students.

The news will be seen as a positive addition to the already well established university and will open up a wealth of opportunities for cross cultural study, particularly between Australian and UK students.

Should the school be viewed as a successful working campus, we may see an up rise in universities basing additional campuses throughout the world.

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