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Breakthrough mechanisms, policies for education, training approved

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man has endorsed Resolution No. 248/2025/QH15, introducing special and breakthrough policies to accelerate education and training development across the national education system.

Dropped university exam groups leave students in limbo

The decision by many universities to stop enrolling students with certain exam subject groups has left candidates surprised and anxious.

Nearly 59,000 IELTS tests see score increases after ‘technical incident’

IELTS has confirmed that nearly 59,000 test sessions worldwide received higher scores after a technical incident affected results between August 2023 and September 2025.

Cuba to award full medical scholarships to Vietnamese students

Cuba will maintain its tradition of educational cooperation with Vietnam by offering 15 full scholarships to Vietnamese students for the 2026–2027 academic year, the Cuban Government has announced.

Vice President limits: a governance strain on large universities

Public universities in Vietnam, whether they have 4,000 or 40,000 students, are currently allowed to appoint only three vice presidents at most, which is seen as a challenge for administration and management at large-scale institutions.

Vietnamese teen scores perfect 1600 on SAT, wins scholarship to Singapore

At just 15, Hoang Dang Khanh, a student at Delta Global School, has accomplished a rare academic feat: a perfect SAT score of 1600/1600.

Tuition-free policy a turning point for Vietnam’s education system

In a historic policy shift, Vietnam now offers tuition-free education nationwide to ensure no child is left behind due to financial hardship.

In AI era, jobs won't vanish but interdisciplinary skills will be needed: HUST

Amid rapid advances in AI and automation, choosing a field of study that is less likely to become obsolete and “immune to unemployment” is a concern for many parents and students.

Four students at one Hanoi school score perfect 1600 on SAT

In the first semester of the 2025–2026 academic year, four students at a Hanoi high school earned perfect 1600 scores on the SAT, a rare achievement globally.

Why are “hot” university majors at risk of saturation?

Experts say that rushing to register for “hot” majors does not guarantee young people will secure desirable jobs, due to the risk of saturation and the unpredictable volatility of the future job market.

Students today want instant answers as AI becomes more prominent: educator

According to Professor Le Anh Vinh, in the past, students could spend many days, even a whole week, pondering a difficult math problem. Today, however, many prioritize speed, are “lazy” to think, and want an immediate answer.

‘Tea hill’ student becomes outstanding valedictorian, vows to help people

From the days following his parents to the tea hills and witnessing their hard work, Do Anh Tuan was determined to study, change his life, and help his community.

Student deaths expose serious gaps in school violence prevention

A number of student deaths after minor disputes have occurred in many provinces this year. Some of the conflicts that led to violence stemmed from a teasing remark or a brief argument in class.

Vietnam proposes $16,000 minimum monthly salary to attract global experts

Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training unveils bold incentives to draw international scientists and academics.

Vietnam National University HCMC appoints first-ever female president

On December 15, 2025, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh officially signed a decision appointing Professor Nguyen Thi Thanh Mai, currently Vice President of Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCMC), as the institution’s new president.

Vietnam-based design school claims no fraud in unrecognized UK degree program

The London College for Design and Fashion in Vietnam insists it had no intent to mislead students regarding the UK-issued degrees not recognized by Vietnam’s education ministry.

Students shocked as international fashion degrees not recognized in Vietnam

Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) has confirmed that the London College for Design and Fashion has never been licensed to conduct any foreign education programs in the country.

AI is being introduced in schools in an uncontrolled manner: educator

Pham Do Nhat Tien, who has a doctorate in science, said that AI and digital transformation in schools offers many benefits but also poses significant challenges.

Principal explains why ending student scrutiny is tough

Many schools know that replacing punishment and fault-finding with warmth and care can create a positive learning environment.

Teen innovator from Vietnam stuns UNESCO with recycled model of earth’s geology

The year 2025 marks a historic milestone for education in Cao Bang as a 10th grader wins a remarkable double: first prize at the National Youth and Children’s Innovation Contest, and a gold medal at the “Vietnam Young Inventors” awards.