University of Melbourne Magazine

Armed with law degree, alumna Jacqueline Musiitwa is developing Africa’s economic and trade prospects around the world.

The University of Melbourne is a top destination for the world’s brightest students, with more than 12,000 people from 130 countries taking advantage of the University’s wide-ranging opportunities.

On graduating, many head home to apply their newfound skills and learning, and to make a difference in their own communities.

Alumna Pei-Ing Tan started her own architectural firm, PI Architect, in 1989 and has since led the firm in designing some of Malaysia’s most recognisable buildings.

Dr Kanchana Kanchanasut is the woman responsible for connecting Thailand to the internet.

Eric Chung grew up in countries across south-east Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, but followed his siblings to Melbourne University for a Bachelor of Architecture.