SIU Secures 150 New Agreements with Leading Universities in Africa and Asia

International Academy
Jul 21
2 min read

In a major step toward advancing international academic mobility, Swiss International University (SIU) has signed a total of 150 new Bilateral Recognition Agreements—50 with top universities across Africa and 100 with prestigious institutions in Asia. These agreements ensure mutual recognition of degrees and academic credits, giving SIU students seamless access to global educational opportunities.

This initiative aligns with SIU’s mission to deliver borderless education and elevate its global partnerships in both strategic and emerging regions.

🌍 Partnerships Across Africa: 50 Recognition Agreements

SIU’s African collaboration network now includes respected universities in:

Cameroon
- University Institute of the Gulf of Guinea
- University of South
- Yaounde Joseph NDI SAMBA
Egypt
- Ain Shams University
Mozambique
- Higher Institute for Open and Distance Education (ISEAD)
Niger
- Maryam Abacha American University
Sierra Leone
- University of Sierra Leone
Tunisia
- European University of Tunis
Zambia
- LIUTEBM University
- Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Zimbabwe
- Ezekiel Guti University

These agreements guarantee degree recognition and academic credit transfer for students transferring to or from SIU, strengthening cross-border collaboration in higher education and fostering mutual academic development.

🌏 Expanding Across Asia: 100 Recognition Agreements

In Asia, SIU has formalized agreements with institutions in more than 10 countries. Some key academic partners include:

Bangladesh
- Sonargaon University (SU)
- World University
India
- Mahatma Gandhi University
- Gujarat Technological University
Iraq
- Arab Institute for Training and Research in Statistics (AITRS)
Jordan
- Academy for Maritime Studies
Kyrgyzstan
- American University of Central Asia
South Korea
- Korea Soongsil Cyber University
Kazakhstan
- TURAN University
- Kazakh Academy of Labor and Social Relations
Malaysia
- President College
Mongolia
- Olongtemer University
- Mandakh Burtgel University
- Zokhioni Institute
Pakistan
- Superior University

These partnerships empower Asian students and SIU’s student body to participate in international exchange, dual degree programs, and postgraduate mobility initiatives with full academic continuity.

🎓 Why This Matters

Guaranteed Academic Recognition: Students transferring between SIU and partner universities keep all earned credits and benefit from recognized diplomas.
Expanded Study Options: Students gain access to regional academic institutions while maintaining Swiss academic standards.
Career and Postgraduate Advantage: Globally accepted qualifications increase competitiveness in both local and international markets.

🌐 SIU’s Global Vision in Numbers

Region	New Agreements	Notable Partner Countries
Africa	50	Egypt, Cameroon, Zimbabwe, Mozambique
Asia	100	India, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, Jordan

With over 250 institutional partnerships worldwide, SIU continues to build bridges across continents and cultures, enabling students to pursue their academic journeys without limitations.

🔮 What’s Next?

SIU will host upcoming webinars, partner exchange info sessions, and virtual mobility fairs to help students explore transfer and study-abroad options under these new agreements. Students are encouraged to contact SIU academic advisors for customized transfer guidance.

🏫 About Swiss International University (SIU)

SIU is a state-accredited and globally connected institution offering internationally recognized degrees across business, technology, and applied sciences. Our bilateral agreements reflect a strong commitment to quality, accessibility, and academic recognition in a globalized world.