Vietnam Education Institutions Joint Degrees

Vietnam has a rapidly growing economy, and as a result, the demand for higher education is also increasing. The country has a young population, with a median age of 30 years old, and a large portion of this population is seeking higher education to improve their job prospects and compete in the global job market.

In recent years, there has been a growing trend for joint degree programs in Vietnam, particularly in partnership with reputable international education institutions. Here are a few major developments in joint degree programs in Vietnam:

1. Increased popularity: Joint degree programs are becoming more popular among Vietnamese students who are seeking a competitive edge in the global job market. 
2. Focus on practical skills: Many joint degree programs in Vietnam are designed to provide students with practical skills that are in high demand in the local job market. 
3. Partnerships with top institutions: Vietnamese universities are partnering with top international institutions to offer joint degree programs that are recognized globally. These partnerships help to ensure that the programs are of high quality and meet international standards.
4. Governmental support: The Vietnamese government has implemented policies to encourage partnerships between local universities and foreign institutions. These policies aim to improve the quality of higher education in Vietnam and provide students with access to world-class education without having to leave the country.
5. Diversification of programs: There is a growing trend towards diversification of joint degree programs in Vietnam, with new programs being offered in a range of fields such as healthcare, technology, and renewable energy.

According to the latest report by the Vietnam Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) as of December 2021, there are currently 408 joint training programs offered by Vietnamese universities in collaboration with foreign institutions. These programs span various education levels, with 282 Bachelor programs, 106 Master programs, and 20 Doctoral programs. The joint programs cover various fields, including business, economics, management, law, engineering, social studies and humanities, science and technology, biotechnology, and data science. 
In addition, the report indicates that joint training programs have been successful in attracting foreign investment to Vietnam and have contributed to the country’s economic growth. These programs have helped to build a skilled workforce in key sectors such as manufacturing, technology, and finance, among others.

Overall, Vietnam offers a significant market potential for international education institutions to establish joint degree programs thanks to the high demand for quality higher education and support from the Vietnamese government.

For more information, please contact Ms. Ngan Thai – Commercial Assistant at ngan.thai@trade.gov (Hanoi) or Ms. Huong Nguyen – Commercial Assistant at huong.nguyen@trade.gov (HCM)