Monash and Southeast University announce major Suzhou expansion

Monash University and Southeast University (SEU) have officially announced a major strategic educational expansion at their joint campus in Suzhou, China, aimed at boosting postgraduate opportunities and driving international research collaboration.

This milestone expansion will introduce new double-degree programs, increase student enrollment capacity, and further integrate cutting-edge research initiatives across key global sectors.

At the heart of the educational expansion are three new undergraduate engineering “2+2” programs, each with an annual intake of 100 new students. The first cohort of 300 SEU-Monash joint undergraduate engineering students will commence at SEU in September 2026. Students will undertake their first two years of study in Suzhou before transferring to Monash University’s Australian campuses to complete their degrees.

Professor Huanting Wang, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Suzhou), emphasised the impact of this deepened collaboration:

"This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in our partnership with Southeast University. By broadening our educational offerings and strengthening our joint research capabilities, we are providing students with unparalleled opportunities to excel in a globalized world and contributing to the socio-economic development of the region."

This deepened alliance reinforces Monash University's commitment to delivering world-class, globally connected education and fostering impactful international research networks.

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Professor Wang is an internationally renowned Sir John Monash Distinguished Professor; an Australian Research Council (ARC) Laureate Fellow; and is a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher.