A visit to the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange in Beijing, China

From left: Ms Chen, Ms Meng, Ms Yu, Prof Goi, Mr Xia, Mr Dong, Dr Lim and Mr Alex Lee

A group of delegates from UTAR visited the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE, 中国教育部留学服务中心) in Beijing, China, on 21 October 2024 to foster a deeper understanding between the two institutions. They were led by UTAR Vice President for Internationalisation and Academic Development Ir Prof Dr Goi Bok Min.

The delegation included Centre for Extension Education Director and Division of Programme Promotion Acting Director Assoc Prof Ir Dr Lim Jee Hock, Centre for International Student Recruitment and Education Collaboration Director Mr Lee Choy Fong, UTAR Study Abroad Service Centre for China Director Ms Chen Wenbin and UTAR Education Collaboration Project Management Centre for China Director Ms Meng Ying.

Welcoming them were CSCSE Deputy Director General Mr Xia Jianhui, Division of International Cooperation Director Ms Yu Haiying, and International Programmes Head Mr Dong Boran.

CSCSE, an entity under China’s Ministry of Education, is responsible for the verification of degree certificates obtained by Chinese citizens from foreign higher education institutions.

Meeting in progress

During the meeting, Prof Goi shared the overview of UTAR’s history, commitment to academic excellence, internationalisation strategies and future plans. Mr Xia commended UTAR’s achievements and elaborated on CSCSE’s role in promoting international exchange and cooperation in higher education across China, as well as its services to Chinese students studying abroad and those returning homeland. According to her, CSCSE plays a critical role in the verification of foreign qualifications within China.

The purpose of the visit was to establish a foundation for future cooperation between CSCSE and UTAR, as well as to ensure the quality and recognition of degrees awarded to Chinese students at UTAR.