SoftEd Group Sign Shinawatra University Landmark MoU to Globalize Education in Nepal

16th December 2025, Kathmandu

Nepal-Thailand Academic Bridge Established for Student Exchange, Faculty Collaboration, and Global Tour Programs

SoftEd Group, a leading name in Nepal’s education and technology sector, has solidified its commitment to fostering international academic excellence by signing a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shinawatra University (SIU), Thailand.

SoftEd Group Signs Shinawatra University

The official signing ceremony brought together SoftEd Group Chairperson Mr. Bigyan Shrestha and Shinawatra University representative Pratikshya Bandari and their respective teams, officially launching a partnership designed to transform global learning opportunities for students and faculty in both nations.

Key Pillars of the International Collaboration

The strategic partnership is centered on a multi-faceted approach to academic exchange and exposure, providing students with a crucial international perspective. The collaboration is set to focus on the following core areas:

Global Tour Programmes: Developing immersive, short-term study tours that will provide students from both institutions with experiential learning in international business, technology, and culture in both Nepal and Thailand.

Student Exchange Programs: Facilitating opportunities for students to study abroad for a semester or year, enabling them to gain a global academic credential and cross-cultural competence.

Faculty Exchange: Promoting the exchange of professors and educators to foster joint research, curriculum development, and the sharing of best teaching practices between SoftEd Group and Shinawatra University.

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Guest Lecturing: Arranging for top faculty and industry experts from both institutions to conduct guest lectures, providing specialized knowledge and real-world insights to the student bodies.

Driving Global Competitiveness

SoftEd Group Chairperson Mr. Bigyan Shrestha commented on the signing, “This MoU with Shinawatra University is a landmark moment. For too long, students in Nepal have sought global exposure.

This partnership directly addresses that need, allowing us to bring world-class educational opportunities from Global Tour Programmes to full student exchanges right to our institutions. We are committed to nurturing graduates who are truly globally competitive.”

A representative from Shinawatra University, Pratikshya Bandari, highlighted the mutual benefits, stating, “We are excited to collaborate with SoftEd Group to create a vibrant academic bridge between Thailand and Nepal.

This exchange of students and faculty will not only enrich our academic programs but also foster a deeper cross-cultural understanding, which is vital in today’s interconnected world.”

This collaboration aligns with the broader goal of internationalizing education, offering a dynamic platform for both institutions to elevate their academic standards and expand their global footprint. The joint efforts will initially focus on rapid deployment across key educational and professional development programs.

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