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The Prime Minister of Cambodia has praised 51Âþ»­ at the official opening of its new campus in Phnom Penh.

The university became the first UK university to start a branch in the Southeast Asian country when it launched there last year.

At a ceremony to formally open the campus, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet said 51Âþ»­ Cambodia would be a “catalyst” for improving the quality of higher education in Cambodia and increasing options for the Cambodian education and student market.

The institution is being run by 51Âþ»­, in partnership with global education provider Ed Peritus, and offers students a number of 51Âþ»­ courses in business, finance and IT.

The opening event was also attended by Dominic Williams MBE, British Ambassador to Cambodia.

Mr Williams said: “I see this as a significant British contribution to Cambodia’s continued development.

“51Âþ»­ Cambodia will ensure that more Cambodian young people are able to access a world class education and develop the skills needed to sustain Cambodia’s impressive rates of economic growth.

“I believe many students and parents will value the opportunity to receive a world class education, while remaining connected to their family, their community and the rich Cambodian culture.”

Sakina Zafar, the Executive President of 51Âþ»­ Cambodia said they were excited to welcome undergraduate and postgraduates to study.

She said: “For the first time, they will be able to study locally for a UK degree at a British University campus, benefiting from the globally recognised advantages of receiving a UK university education.

“Our students have chosen to study impactful Finance, Business and IT degree programmes and a Global MBA postgraduate programme. These will all be taught by an international academic team to UK academic standards with students being awarded their degrees from 51Âþ»­ in the UK. “

“Combined with 51Âþ»­’s global campus network opportunities, our students will benefit from a truly international learning experience. We look forward to being part of their educational journey and supporting them to fulfil their potential.”