Media Release
Mangaluru, Sep 10: St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Global Reach, Mangaluru, to facilitate greater opportunities for students aspiring to pursue higher education at reputed universities and institutions overseas.
The collaboration is aimed at providing students with comprehensive guidance and support in exploring international higher education and career opportunities. The MoU brings together the academic strengths of St Agnes College and the overseas education expertise of Global Reach, creating a platform for students to make informed decisions about their future academic pursuits.
Under the agreement, Global Reach will provide free counselling and guidance to students to help them identify suitable academic programmes based on their interests, career aspirations, strengths and objectives. The organisation will also conduct counselling sessions, workshops and seminars to create awareness about overseas education and career prospects.
As part of the collaboration, Global Reach will facilitate campus-based interactions with representatives and faculty members from foreign universities, enabling students to gain first-hand information about academic programmes, research opportunities and career prospects. Students will also receive information regarding entry requirements, fee structures and merit-based scholarships offered by international institutions.
A notable feature of the MoU is the provision of the 'My Choice My Future' (MCMF) psychometric assessment, developed by Pearson. Approximately 60 students of St Agnes College will be able to avail themselves of the assessment free of cost, followed by in-depth counselling for interested students.
The partnership will also extend support to students preparing for internationally recognised English-language proficiency tests such as TOEFL and PTE. Global Reach will provide assistance in the areas of listening, reading, writing and speaking through certified trainers, besides offering guidance in booking examinations and access to discounted test vouchers.
Global Reach will also conduct education fairs and events, while partnering with selected events and activities organised by St Agnes College during the academic year.
The MoU was signed by Francis J Kalliath, operation head, Karnataka, representing Global Reach, and Sr Dr M Venissa A C principal, St Agnes College (Autonomous), Mangaluru. Poorima Mudipinadka and Shoun Joseph from Global Reach were present on the occasion. Sr Dr Roopa, vice principal, and Dr Sabina D’Souza, IQAC coordinator, St Agnes College, also graced the occasion. The collaboration marks a significant step towards broadening the global exposure of St Agnes students and equipping them with the information, guidance and skills required to explore higher education opportunities beyond India.