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LAHORE:January 28:THE Government College University and Durham University, United Kingdom have agreed on collective research projects and joint academic programmes in the field of science, information technology, arts and humanities.

A press release here on Friday said decision in this regard was made at a meeting of Durham University, UK International Office Director Sharne Procter with GCU Dean Faculty of Science and Technology Prof Dr Ikramul Haq and Director Research, Innovation and Commercialization Prof Dr Muhammad Zakria Butt at the GCU Vice Chancellor Office.

Durham University have also shown interest in providing scholarships for deserving GCU students selected for joint-degree programmes in UK, Dr Muhammad Zakria said adding academic experts of both the universities would explore areas for research and joint-degree programmes. Both the universities also discussed information and data sharing for research projects. Prof Ikram-ul-Haq said he was confident of research and troubleshooting capabilities of GCU faculty.The news.