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Matariki Network of Universities

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Matariki Network of Universities

The Matariki Network of Universities (MNU) is an international group of universities that focuses on strong links between research and undergraduate teaching. Each member is leading international best practice in research and education based on long academic traditions. The MNU was established in 2010 to enable universities to enhance diversity, to share ideas and expertise, and to learn international best practice from each other, recognising the shared commitment to an ethos of excellence in research, scholarship and rounded education.

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Name and research activities

Matariki in the Māori language designates the Pleiades star cluster, also known as the Seven Sisters. It reflects seven founding member universities in the MNU.

Potential activities for the newly formed network include:

  • enhanced student exchange
  • joint postgraduate programmes
  • social-responsibility projects
  • research collaboration
  • conferences and workshops on topics of mutual interest
  • visiting fellowships
  • faculty and staff exchange and secondments
  • benchmarking and sharing of best practice
  • cultural and sporting activities

    • Universities

    As of September 2010 the founding members of the Matariki Network of Universities are:

    References

    Matariki Network of Universities Wikipedia
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