Top 30 Leading Universities in Vietnam 2016

Address: 1 Dai Co Viet, Bach Khoa, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi.

Hanoi University of Science and Technology (abbreviated as HUST) is one of the leading multidisciplinary technical universities in Vietnam and is also one of the key national universities in Vietnam. It is one of the 13 members of the Asia-Oceania Top University League on Engineering (AOTULE). According to the SCImago project report, when ranking 5,147 universities and research organizations worldwide in 2016, Hanoi University of Science and Technology topped in 4 educational institutions in Vietnam including Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Ho Chi Minh City National University, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, and Hanoi National University. Additionally, Hanoi University of Science and Technology ranked 577th in the world, rising 40 places compared to 2015.

Address: 91 Chua Lang, Lang Thuong, Dong Da, Hanoi.Foreign Trade University (abbreviated as FTU) is an economics university specializing in international trade and economics of Vietnam, under the Ministry of Education and Training. Currently, Foreign Trade University has been recognized by many international universities for its training programs and successful establishment of training relationships, including Van Truyen University - Taiwan, Colorado State University (CSU) - USA, Rennes University - France...The admission scores to Foreign Trade University are always among the highest in the country, and studying at this university is a great pride for the students.

Address: 144 Xuan Thuy Street, Cau Giay District, Hanoi.

Hanoi National University (abbreviated as VNU) is one of the two national universities of Vietnam, located in Hanoi. It is considered the most prestigious university in Vietnam today, ranked 139th in Asia (2016) according to the QS World University Rankings.
Hanoi National University is one of the two national universities of Vietnam, located in Hanoi. It provides high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate education, research, and application of science and technology in various fields. It plays a core and important role in the higher education system in Vietnam.
According to the results of the SCImago project in 2016, Hanoi National University was ranked 632nd in the world.
It is one of the universities with the highest number of Professors, Associate Professors, and Ph.D. holders in Vietnam, with 51 Professors and a lecturer ratio with a Ph.D. or higher degree of 60%. It is the gathering place of leading professors, with 137 doctoral training majors, 168 master's training majors, and 110 undergraduate training majors.

Address: 136 Xuan Thuy, Dich Vong Hau, Cau Giay, Hanoi.Hanoi Pedagogical University is a center for undergraduate and postgraduate education, research, and application of educational science and various disciplines with high quality, considered one of the key universities in the Vietnamese higher education system.Hanoi Pedagogical University always holds the position of the leading and focal point teacher training university in the country's education system. Tens of thousands of teachers at all levels, education experts, including many reputable political activists, scientists, writers, and famous poets, whose names have always glorified the country's educational foundation.

Address: 69 Chua Lang, Lang Thuong, Dong Da, Hanoi.

In recent years, the training activities of Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam have been expanded in scale, diversified, and flexible in training methods to meet the increasing demands of learners and labor market. With the position as a reputable provider of human resources for society in general and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in particular, the Academy has shifted from single-field training to multi-disciplinary training, adjusting the ongoing training programs to suit the needs of each recruitment agency's target audience. After many years of compilation, updating, and revision, the multi-disciplinary training programs of the Academy have been comprehensively developed, synchronized based on adherence to the framework programs issued by the Ministry of Education and Training. Currently, the Academy is allowed to train majors in International Relations, International Economics, International Law, International Communication, English for International Relations, and French for International Relations. The postgraduate training of the Academy has also achieved remarkable accomplishments. The Academy is the first institution permitted to train master's and doctoral degrees in International Relations in our country.

Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam is known as the only university specializing in diplomatic majors in Vietnam and is an active member of the Content Committee of international conferences held in Vietnam such as ASEAN Summit, APEC Summit, IPU 132nd General Assembly, etc. Students studying at this institution have many opportunities to participate in national and international conferences such as APEC, ASEAN, ASEM, ADB conferences, etc.

Address: Ba Thang Hai, Xuan Khanh, Ninh Kieu, Can Tho.Can Tho University is a university located in the Mekong Delta region. The precursor of Can Tho University was Can Tho University Institute established in 1966. Currently, it is the university with the most modern facilities in the Mekong Delta, with 4 campuses covering a total area of ​​nearly 250 hectares - the largest in Vietnam.Can Tho University is the key university and postgraduate training center of the state in the Mekong Delta, the cultural and scientific-technological center of the region. The university has continuously improved and developed, from a few initial majors, it has strengthened and developed into a multi-disciplinary and multi-sector university. Currently, the university offers 93 undergraduate majors, 34 master's majors, 13 doctoral majors, and 02 college majors. According to Webometrics, Can Tho University ranks 53rd in Southeast Asia.

Address: 268 Ly Thuong Kiet, Ward 14, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City.Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology is a leading technical university in Southern Vietnam and one of the key national universities of Vietnam under the Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City. The University of Technology is also one of the largest universities in Ho Chi Minh City, with two campuses in both urban and suburban areas. Currently, the university offers undergraduate (regular undergraduate) and postgraduate programs (master's and doctoral).

• Vision

Becoming one of the leading universities in the country in the direction of research, on par with advanced universities in Asia in: − Working, learning, and research environment − Training programs and quality. − Scientific research activities and technology transfer (R&D-TT).

• Mission

University of Technology is the leading center for training, scientific research - technology transfer in Vietnam. The university provides high-quality human resources, nurtures talents, and effectively serves the country's socio-economic development.

• Strategic Objectives

To make significant progress in value and contribution to society through high-quality education and training, R&D-TT, international cooperation in a creative and professional environment.

Address: 41 Le Duan, Hai Chau 1, Hai Chau District, Da Nang City.University of Da Nang was established in 1994 and is one of the three regional universities in Vietnam, headquartered in Da Nang City. The University of Da Nang is currently a multidisciplinary university and is also one of the 18 key national universities of Vietnam.University of Da Nang plays an important role in scientific research, technology transfer, and professional consultancy to timely address emerging issues in production and life in the Central Highlands and nationwide.

Main Campus: 182 Le Duan Street, Ben Thuy Ward, Vinh City, Nghe An Province.

Vinh University was established in 1959 and is one of the 17 key universities in Vietnam. It serves as a major scientific research and human resource training center, technology transfer hub for the North Central region and nationwide. It is also recognized as a Hero of Labor unit in the renovation period.
Among over 400 universities and colleges today, Vinh University ranks among the top 20 institutions accredited by the National Council for Education Quality Assurance, achieving a 92.86% approval rate for meeting educational quality standards.

Address: 227 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Ward 4, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City.University of Natural Sciences was established in 1996 and is a member university of the Ho Chi Minh City National University. It is considered the leading institution for fundamental research and education in the southern provinces.University of Natural Sciences (UNS) belongs to the Ho Chi Minh City National University (HCMC NU), which has been established for over 60 years. The university currently has 09 faculties: Mathematics-Informatics, Information Technology, Physics-Engineering Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Electronics-Telecommunications, Environment, Materials Science, offering 15 undergraduate majors (52 specialized majors) and 32 postgraduate majors. Currently, the university has more than 1,220 staff members, including over 720 faculty members, 05 professors, 32 Associate Professors, 170 PhDs, 300 Masters, and over 18,000 students, researchers, and postgraduate students. The university offers degrees including Doctorate, Master's, Bachelor's, Associate's, Second Bachelor's, Completion Bachelor's, Distance Learning Bachelor's, and Work-Study Bachelor's. Each year, over 2,500 Bachelor's, 250 Master's, and Doctorate students graduate, contributing to the supply of scientific personnel for Ho Chi Minh City and the southern provinces. The university has developed strong science and technology fields; among them, the Information Technology program has received the highest international accreditation (AUN) and is ranked 2nd in the Southeast Asia region.

Address: House E4, 1 Ton That Tung Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi.

Hanoi Medical University is the leading and oldest medical university in Vietnam and is also one of the 15 national key universities of Vietnam.

Hanoi Medical University was established in 1902, is a large and historically prestigious university among the universities in Vietnam. Over the past century of formation and development, the university has played an important role in training human resources for the healthcare sector, achieving significant achievements in people's health care, social services, and national development, both in peacetime and in the nation's resistance wars. Hanoi Medical University has always been one of the leading medical universities in Vietnam's education system with a long history. With many contributions to the cause of building and defending the country, the University has been awarded many prestigious titles and rewards by the Party and the State to individuals and collectives.

Address: Km 9 Nguyen Trai, Van Quan, Thanh Xuan, Hanoi.

Hanoi University, formerly known as Hanoi University of Foreign Studies, was established in 1959 and is a quality training and research institution in foreign languages, providing all language services. This is also the flagship development of the language industry nationwide and is the first university in Vietnam to offer 6 undergraduate programs entirely in English.

Every year, Hanoi University welcomes hundreds of professors, lecturers, and international experts to visit, exchange experiences, and directly teach students. With thousands of international students from 22 countries, Hanoi University considers international students as part of everyday life: they bring diverse and rich colors to the learning environment of the University.

Hanoi University always provides an excellent learning environment, friendly teachers, elegant students, especially saying no to negativity, grade chasing. Hanoi University students always have to strive based on their own abilities, so parents can always be assured and proud when their children study in this university.

Address: 2/4 Tran Xuan Soan, Tan Thuan Tay Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City University of Finance and Marketing is known as a public university under the mechanism of financial autonomy established in 1976, then upgraded to university status in 2004, under the Ministry of Finance of Vietnam. The university offers majors in the field of business, especially focusing on two flagship majors: finance-banking and marketing.

Address: 207 Giải Phóng, Đồng Tâm, Hai Bà Trưng, Hanoi.National Economics University is one of the leading national universities in Vietnam at the forefront among economic and management universities in Northern Vietnam, specializing in training economic experts for the country's university and postgraduate levels.National Economics University has the mission of providing society with high-quality, reputable training products, scientific research, consultancy, application, and technology transfer that meet regional and international standards in the fields of economics, management, and business administration, contributing significantly to the industrialization and modernization of the country in the context of global economic integration. However, there is a downside to National Economics University, which is the relatively high tuition fees, making students feel dissatisfied, and financially challenged students find it difficult to attend this university.

Address: 55 Giải Phóng, Đồng Tâm, Hai Bà Trưng, Hanoi.

University of Construction is a specialized institution for construction disciplines in Hanoi, established since 1966. It originated from the Construction Faculty of Hanoi University of Science and Technology. It is also a training and fostering base for university and postgraduate-level human resources in various fields of construction.
The mission of the University of Construction is to train high-quality human resources, conduct scientific research, and transfer advanced technology in the construction field to meet the country's industrialization, modernization, and international integration.

Address: Tan Thinh Ward, Thai Nguyen City.Thai Nguyen University is a regional university located in Thai Nguyen City and was established in 1994. It is considered a multidisciplinary and multifield university. The main mission of Thai Nguyen University is to train human resources for universities, colleges, vocational schools, and vocational training centers, conduct research, and transfer science and technology to contribute to the socio-economic development and ensure national security and defense for the provinces of the North Central and Northern mountainous regions of Vietnam. In 2001, the Government of Vietnam assigned the task of doctoral training to this university.

Address: 79 Ho Tung Mau, Mai Dich, Cau Giay, Hanoi.

The University of Commerce is a public university under the national education system of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. In the framework of the first round of university evaluation programs by the Ministry of Education and Training, the University of Commerce was ranked among the top 5 universities in Vietnam in the field of economics and business.
The University of Commerce is a high-quality multi-disciplinary and multi-field university that operates autonomously with a responsibility to explain, ensuring equal access to university education for policy beneficiaries and people from poor households.

Address: 3 Cau Giay, Lang Thuong, Dong Da, Hanoi.The University of Transport and Communications is a public university specializing in transportation engineering and economics in Vietnam. It was established in 1960 and is under the Ministry of Education and Training. The University of Transport and Communications is considered the leading university in the field of transportation in Vietnam.The University of Transport and Communications has a mission to train highly qualified scientific and technical personnel with a passion for the profession, creativity, and humanity. The university's activities in education, scientific research, technology transfer, and other activities aim to provide the best quality benefits to the community and society. The university has trained tens of thousands of engineers, thousands of masters, and doctors. Most of the leaders and managers of management agencies and enterprises in the transportation sector are graduates of the university. The University of Transport and Communications aims to become a multi-disciplinary university in engineering, technology, and economics; a key university, training high-quality human resources to meet the sustainable development needs of the country's transportation sector; a reputable scientific research center in transportation and other fields; capable of regional and international integration; a trusted address for students, investors, and society as a whole.

Address: Quarter 06, Linh Trung, Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City.Ho Chi Minh City National University was established in 1995, it is one of two national universities in Vietnam, located in Ho Chi Minh City. It is also one of the largest high-quality training centers in Vietnam. According to the SCImago project, Ho Chi Minh City National University is currently ranked 608th in the world.

Address: B101 House, Nguyen Hien Street, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi.

Hanoi Open University is a multi-level, multi-disciplinary, and multi-field open university with high autonomy and responsibility in Vietnam's education system in Hanoi. The annual training scale of this university includes regular, in-service, and distance learning programs, with 11 faculties offering various majors.

Hanoi Open University is a public university operating within the system of national universities directly managed by the Ministry of Education and Training.
Many students think that Hanoi Open University is a private and less quality university compared to others. However, that is a big mistake! Hanoi Open University is a public university offering undergraduate programs. The tuition fee for regular undergraduate programs is much lower than other universities.
For example, in the field of economic law, the Law Faculty at Hanoi Open University has a tuition fee that is 1/4 of the National Economics University.
The quality of education is also on par with any other university. The goal of Hanoi Open University is to orient students towards practical experience rather than theory, hence the employment opportunities for its students are higher compared to others.
For example, the Law Faculty at Hanoi Open University recruits lecturers from prestigious law universities, only selecting those who are excellent and experienced. That's why the Law Faculty at Hanoi Open University is developing very well.
In addition, Hanoi Open University also organizes many cultural, artistic, and sports activities for students... Especially
the Law Faculty at Hanoi Open University has dedicated teachers like Mr. Manh, Mr. Cuong, Ms. Nhung, senior brother Duc...who always spend time exchanging, encouraging, and assisting students in their lives and studies.

Address: 58 Le Van Hien (formerly 1 Le Van Hien), Duc Thang Ward, Bac Tu Liem District, Hanoi

Academy of Finance (abbreviated as AOF) under the Ministry of Finance and managed by the Ministry of Education and Training. This is one of the leading public universities in the economic sector in Vietnam. The academy provides training in mainly accounting and finance.

In addition to investing, developing, and improving the quality of training, Academy of Finance also expands educational cooperation, training, and research with foreign institutes and universities to enhance its position not only in education but also in scientific research, faculty exchange, and strengthening the capacity of the teaching staff. So far, the Academy of Finance has become a leading training and research center in the sector and the country, striving to achieve regional quality standards in Asia by 2020.

Address: 169 Tay Son, Quang Trung, Dong Da, HanoiThe University of Labor is one of the long-standing public universities in Vietnam's university system. The university is under the management of the Ministry of Education and Training and the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor. It offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs to enhance the skills of key trade union officials at all levels and individuals with specific requirements.

Main Campus: 298 Cau Dien Street, Bac Tu Liem District, Hanoi

Hanoi University of Industry (abbreviated as HaUI) is a multi-level, multi-disciplinary university, oriented towards practical application and under the management of the Ministry of Industry and Trade. It was upgraded to university status in 2005 based on the Hanoi Industrial College, which in turn originated from the Hanoi Vocational School established by the French in 1898. The university offers doctoral programs in mechanical engineering, master's and bachelor's degrees in practical engineering for a four-year period, economics bachelor's degrees, technical college diplomas, vocational college diplomas, as well as intermediate and basic vocational training.

Address: 18 Vien Street, Duc Thang Ward, Bac Tu Liem District, HanoiHanoi University of Mining and Geology (abbreviated as HUMG) was established in 1966. It is a multi-disciplinary university, focusing on applied sciences and training technical professionals at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in fields such as Petroleum, Construction and Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, as well as Mineral Resource Exploitation, Environmental Protection, Land Surveying, Marine and Land Management, Economics, Business Administration, and Accounting...

Address: 175 Tay Son, Trung Liet, Dong Da, HanoiHanoi University of Water Resources is a university in Vietnam, specializing in training undergraduate and postgraduate professionals in the field of water resources management, exploitation, and protection. It is also a center for scientific research and advanced technology transfer in the fields of Water Resources and Hydropower, disaster risk reduction. Since 1988, Hanoi University of Water Resources has become the 16th member of ESCAP.

Address: 3 Le Loi, Hue City.
Hue University is also a key national university in Vietnam offering multiple disciplines and fields, headquartered in Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province, Vietnam. The precursor of Hue University is Hue University Institute and is one of the largest training, research, cultural exchange, scientific and educational centers in Central Vietnam and the country. Currently, Hue University has about 2,800 staff, including lecturers and employees. Among them are 1,700 teaching staff, including 152 associate professors and professors, 360 PhDs, and 805 Masters, along with 861 senior lecturers and main lecturers, and over 75 other outstanding teachers.

Address: 77 Hao Nam, Dong Da, Hanoi.National Academy of Music Vietnam was established in 1956, with three main functions: Training, Scientific Research, and Music Performance. The academy is also one of the largest and most reputable music centers in Vietnam and the region. The teaching staff, with over 200 instructors, are all leading figures in music, highly respected and experienced in professional music training institutions in Vietnam.

Address: 13 - 15 Le Thanh Tong, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.

Hanoi University of Pharmacy was established in 1961, formerly known as the Pharmacy Department of the Indochina Medical College. Hanoi University of Pharmacy is one of the leading institutions in training pharmaceutical human resources for the Vietnamese healthcare sector, particularly in producing a team of experts with regional and global-level qualifications. It is also one of the country's top centers for research and application of pharmaceutical sciences, integrating pharmaceutical technology into production, business, and international exchange in education and scientific research in the pharmaceutical field.

With outstanding achievements in its construction, development, and service to the nation, in recent years, Hanoi University of Pharmacy has been honored with prestigious awards by the Party and State, such as the Second-class Independence Medal (2012) and the Labor Hero (2011). The university continues to strive even further to be worthy of being a key national university, a center for scientific research, and a high-quality pharmaceutical human resources training center for the healthcare sector.

Address: 54 Nguyen Luong Bang, Hoa Khanh Bac, Lien Chieu, Da Nang
Danang University of Science and Technology, formerly known as Danang University Institute, was established in 1975 - currently one of the 7 member universities of Danang University. Danang University of Science and Technology is known as one of the 3 engineering universities specializing in training multidisciplinary and multifield engineers nationwide and is the only technical university in the Central Highlands region. Many research results of the faculty and students of Danang University of Science and Technology have been published in many specialized journals and presented at domestic and international conferences. Some scientific works have also been awarded medals at exhibitions of scientific and technological achievements, the Vietnam Creative Science and Technology Award - VIFOTEC, or exclusive patents granted by the Intellectual Property Office - Ministry of Science and Technology...

Address: No. 12 Chua Boc, Alley 12 - Chua Boc, Quang Trung, Dong Da, Hanoi

In 2016, amidst Vietnam's deep integration into the global economy, employment opportunities for students in the economics - finance - banking sector are expected to increase significantly. Banking Academy is currently regarded as one of the top schools in the economic, financial, and banking sectors, having established its reputation and quality through training in specialized fields with practical applications, innovative teaching and learning methods, a friendly learning environment, where students experience research, practice, and participate in international cooperation programs, thereby enhancing job opportunities after graduation...
The fundamental values that underpin the mission and orientation of Banking Academy are as follows:

• A modern, flexible, and scientific teaching and learning environment.
• Learners are at the center of all activities.
• Commitment to promoting diversity and equity in the faculty, lecturers, and learners.
• Professionalism, quality, and high efficiency in all activities.