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Investigation ordered into poor meal quality at Hanoi University of Sci-Tech

Deputy PM Le Thanh Long has tasked the Ministry of Education and Training with urgently investigating and addressing the serious food safety violations reported by students at Hanoi University of Science and Technology.

Hanoi Medical University makes its debut on 2025 World University Rankings

Hanoi Medical University, along with University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City and Open University, has made its debut on the 2025 THE World University Rankings, marking a significant achievement for Vietnam's higher education sector.

Hanoi student earns gold at 2024 International Math Olympiad

Nguyen Phuong Thao, a 7th grader from Olympia Schools, won a gold medal in Math at the 2024 International Mathematics and Science Olympiad (IMSO), marking her second medal at the competition.

Prime Minister calls for reduced pressure in 2025 high school graduation exams

As the first national exams under the 2018 curriculum approach, the Prime Minister has called for a stress-free and cost-effective process for the 2025 high school graduation exams.

Hanoi implements strict food safety controls around schools for 2024-2025

Responding to concerns over food safety, Hanoi's local authorities are implementing stringent measures around schools to protect students’ health.

HUST valedictorian was once under such study pressure that he burst into tears

Tran Trung Hieu, born in 2002, majoring in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering, is one of two students graduating with the rank of excellence at the Hanoi University of Science and Technology this year.

Never too late: 27-yr-old gives up medical school to study communications

Passing the entrance exam to the HCM City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Du Hoang Khang realized that becoming a doctor was not what he wanted, so he decided to start over to achieve his dream.

English proficiency standards & graduation delays: Insights from VN universities

Thousands of university students in Vietnam face graduation delays each year due to failing English proficiency requirements. While universities argue that their standards are reasonable, students are left struggling to meet the criteria in time.

Thousands of Vietnamese students await diplomas over English requirements

The English proficiency requirement is delaying thousands of students from receiving their diplomas, with some waiting months or even years.

Olympiad winner is top scorer on residency exam at medical university

Tran Thi Minh Anh, who scored first on the residency exam at the Hanoi University of Medicine, was the gold medalist at the International Biology Olympiad (IBO) six years ago.

Universities earning over VND1 trillion: Who tops the list in 2023?

In 2023, two universities exceeded 2,000 billion VND in revenue, with FPT University topping the list at VND2,920 billion, primarily from tuition fees.

Typhoon Yagi tragedy: Over 50 students and teachers dead in Vietnam

More than 50 students and teachers have lost their lives due to the devastation caused by Typhoon Yagi, as the Ministry of Education and Training reports severe damage across northern Vietnam.

11th grade winner of IOT gold receives special message from his mother

Hoang Xuan Bach, an 11th grader at the High School for the Gifted in Natural Sciences under the University of Natural Sciences, has won gold at the 2024 International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI).

Youngest candidates for associate professor title in 2024 are just over 30

Do Quang Loc, from Chi Lang in Lang Son, 32, is the youngest candidate for the associate professor title, while Tran Ngoc Mai, 33, is the youngest female candidate for the title this year.

Northern provinces suspend school to safeguard students from Typhoon Yagi

As Typhoon Yagi approaches, eight northern provinces have announced school closures to protect students.

Vietnam shines globally with full medal haul at Int'l Informatics Olympiad

In an outstanding display of talent and preparation, the entire Vietnamese contingent at this year’s International Informatics Olympiad (IOI) has returned with medals.

Over 23 million students begin the new academic year nationwide

On the morning of September 5, over 23 million students across Vietnam attended opening ceremonies, marking the official start of the 2024-2025 school year.

Universities issue warnings about new students being tricked out of money

Scammers at this time of year, before school starts, are sending fraudulent messages to trick students out of money.

RMIT Vietnam suspends Hanoi campus enrollment for October 2024 intake

The recent announcement of RMIT Vietnam temporarily halting new admissions at its Hanoi campus for the October 2024 intake has sparked concerns among parents and students.

Education Ministry unveils plan to elevate English as a key language in schools

The Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) has outlined an ambitious plan for the 2024-2025 academic year, aiming to introduce English as the second language in Vietnam’s schools.