University deal strengthens ties with Japanese institute

摘要

The University of Leicester has signed a partnership deal with an institute in Japan. The Memo-randum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kanazawa Institute of Technology (KIT) is intended to forge stronger links between the two universities and present opportunities for student exchanges. Paul Boyle, president and vice-chancellor of the university, said: "The signing of the MoU cements a relationship between the two institutions that has been running for a number of years." In the past, students from KIT have visited the university's School of Engineering and its English language teaching unit. "Like Leicester, KIT is committed to international excellence and making an impact on the global stage. UK education is high quality, it is world renowned and it is an export.