Vietnam will introduce a revised classification of university degree programs in 2027, covering economics, technology, medicine, engineering and teacher training, requiring institutions to review their academic offerings and admissions.

Vietnam will reorganize university majors from 2027, merging many specialized disciplines into broader categories, including languages, literature, performing arts and natural sciences.

Vietnam's education minister has called for a system-wide transformation as artificial intelligence reshapes learning, urging schools and teachers to go beyond adapting to technology and take an active role in guiding its responsible use.

A draft amendment proposes shifting from formal diplomas to school principal certifications after Grade 9.