Phenikaa University and the British Council in Vietnam led a roundtable discussion in Hanoi Seeking mutual cooperation in promoting higher education internationalization in Vietnam.
The event brought together representatives from Vietnamese and UK universities, British Council officials, international businesses, and alumni of UK training programs.
The discussion was part of a British Council-funded project involving four Vietnamese universities -Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance (UEF), Phenikaa University, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH), and Vietnam-Korea University of Information and Communication Technology (VKU) - University of Da Nang- In association with the University of Gloucestershire in the UK. The initiative is focused on enhancing institutional capacity, foster cooperation, and promote transnational education programs between the two countries.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Phu Khanh, Vice President of Phenikaa University, It was recognized that the UK is at the forefront of transnational education programs in Vietnam, offering globally recognized degrees at affordable costs. Through this project, Phenikaa University has improved faculty capacity, modernized teaching methods, and strengthened partnerships with international businesses and universities.
Dr. Do Huu Nguyen Loc, Country Director of the Gloucestershire Program cum Vice President of UEF, Underlined the project's contribution to linking university faculty nationwide and promoting knowledge exchange. He underscored its impact on high school students, providing early career guidance for the digital and AI-driven era.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huynh Cong Phap, Rector of VKU, Celebrated the project's role in advancing faculty development, technology adoption, and academic collaboration.
Dr. Ly Thien Trang, Vice President of HUTECH, Indicated that training workshops have boosted leadership, management, and teaching strategies while incorporating AI applications and sustainable development into education.
Through digital media and outreach events, the initiative has improved access to educational information for students and parents, furthering the UN's goals for quality and inclusive education.
During the discussion, the Vietnam-UK Transnational Education Consortium was introduced. The consortium aims to improve educational quality, strengthen collaboration, and expand research and academic exchanges, benefiting students, faculty, and educators in both countries. The partnership is expected to position Vietnam as a regional education hub, attracting international students.
