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New draft circular targets fairness and transparency in tutoring practices

In an effort to address the negative aspects of tutoring, the Ministry of Education and Training has introduced a draft circular that revises existing regulations, aiming to eliminate forced tutoring while allowing legitimate educational support.

All VN students win prizes at Int'l Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics

The Vietnamese delegation won a total of two silver and three bronze medals at the 17th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA-17) which recently concluded on August 27 in Brazil.

Vallet scholarships granted to more than 465 students in southern region

The scientific and educational organisation "Meeting Vietnam" on August 26 presented a total of 465 Vallet scholarships to several outstanding students at high schools and universities based in southern provinces and cities.

Ho Chi Minh City welcomes over 1.7 million students back to school

With the start of the 2024-2025 academic year, over 1.7 million students across Ho Chi Minh City returned to their classrooms on August 26th, ready to embark on a new journey of learning and growth.

Minimum scores needed on 3 university exams are surprisingly high

The admission cutoff scores for COO-group exams (three compulsory subjects – literature, history and geography) set by universities are so high that a student with a 29 out of 30 score may fail the exams.

Vietnam currently has about 22,000 international students

International students typically choose institutions specialising in language, culture and theory, such as Hanoi University or the University of Social Sciences and Humanities under the Vietnam National University.

Dire shortage of arts teachers in Vietnamese high schools raises concerns

A recent workshop has brought to light a concerning trend in Vietnam's education system - the severe shortage of Music and Art teachers in high schools, despite ongoing efforts to enhance training programs.

High admission scores surprise applicants: 9.7 points/subject may not be enough

As universities across Vietnam release their 2024 admission scores, many students with top marks are finding themselves on the outside looking in, as cutoff points reach unprecedented levels.

Exam scandal in Thai Binh: Hundreds of students affected by scoring mistakes

Thai Binh province is facing public outcry after errors in high school entrance exams resulted in hundreds of students losing their places in top schools due to miscalculated scores.

Ministry explains high university cutoff scores amid competitive admissions

In a surprising turn of events, candidates with 9.5 per subject are missing out on university placements due to soaring cutoff scores. The Ministry of Education provides insights into the causes and potential solutions.

Gradually making English second language in schools: Politburo

Efforts should be concentrated on enhancing students’ foreign language proficiency, in order to make English the second language in schools.

Making English Vietnam's second language: A challenging but necessary task

Experts agree that gradually establishing English as the second language in Vietnamese schools is a challenging yet essential step that the country must take.

Vietnamese students win medals at first international AI olympiad

Vietnamese students brought home one silver medal and one bronze at the first International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) 2024 in Burgas, Bulgaria.

Three math problems by Vietnamese authors featured in International Olympiad

Three mathematical problems authored by Vietnamese mathematicians have been selected for the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) exams over the years.

73-year-old doctoral graduate inspires with lifelong learning journey

At 73, Mr. Doan Hoang Hai exemplifies the spirit of lifelong learning, recently earning his doctorate in Business Administration from Tra Vinh University.

Education Ministry sets 35-student limit for elementary classes

As the 2024-2025 school year approaches, the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) has implemented a class size limit of 35 students for elementary schools.

Bright yellow paint suggested for preschool and school transport vehicles in VN

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed a draft decree detailing regulations for the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety, recently passed by the National Assembly.

Australian Ambassador addresses visa delays for Vietnamese students

Amid growing concerns among Vietnamese students about delays in obtaining visas to study in Australia, Australian Ambassador Andrew Goledzinowski has provided insights into the issue.

School librarians tired of waiting for proper payment

The delay and inconsistency in applying regulations have left many librarians struggling financially and professionally.

Vietnamese students claim medals at world contests

Two Vietnamese students won bronze medals at the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship (MOSWC) and the Adobe Certified Professional World Championship (ACPWC) 2024 in California, the US.