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DNO - Amid international cooperation in higher education becoming a global trend, member universities of the University of Da Nang (UD) are accelerating their internationalization strategies.
Focus has been placed on student exchanges, joint research and collaborative training programmes with partners worldwide.
In July, the University of Economics under the UDN welcomed a group of students from the Institute of Special Languages (ICFL) at Busan University of Foreign Studies, South Korea.
The visiting students spent four weeks studying Vietnamese language and experiencing local culture.
Their programme combined language learning with diverse cultural activities such as visiting traditional craft villages, exploring Hoi An and the My Son Sanctuary and engaging in culinary exchanges.
“I was impressed by the friendliness of Vietnamese people and the open learning environment”, said Choi Yun Seo, a South Korean student, highlighting the value of real-life cultural experiences beyond textbooks.
In early August, the University of Education under the UD hosted four students from Mie University (Japan), for a month-long internship under a bilateral agreement established in 2023.
Alongside academic training, they participated in cultural exchange activities designed to deepen understanding of Vietnamese society.
According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Hieu, the Vice Rector of the University of Education, the school has maintained exchange programmes since 2002 and currently collaborates with over 40 partners from 26 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, the United States, the Czech Republic and Thailand.
Such initiatives allow students to study in international environments, broaden their academic perspectives and strengthen communication and critical thinking skills.
Also importantly, they also nurture intercultural understanding and global citizenship.
UD institutions are also offering English-language programmes, inviting international faculty, and sending young lecturers abroad for postgraduate training to build a highly qualified academic workforce.
Scientific research remains a core priority. Faculty members collaborate on joint projects, publish in high-impact journals, and co-host international conferences.
These initiatives not only strengthen academic networks but also enhance UD’s global visibility and reputation within the higher education community.
Looking ahead, UD’s development strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2045, identifies internationalization as a cornerstone of growth.
By aligning with global standards, leveraging digital innovation, and fostering an open, connected, and creative academic ecosystem, UD seeks to strengthen human capital for Central Vietnam, the Central Highlands, and the nation at large.