Introduction of VIETNAMESE STUDIES Major
Training Program: VIETNAMESE STUDIES
Program Code: 7310630
Program Duration: 4 years
Mode of Study: Full-time
1. Objectives of the Vietnamese Studies Program
In the context of globalization and international integration, Vietnam has become a “promised land” attracting a large number of foreign corporations and enterprises. This opens up great career opportunities for graduates in Vietnamese Studies.
The program focuses on training students to become experts in advising on Vietnam-related topics (culture, cultural tourism, regional characteristics, etc.) for both domestic and international investors. This knowledge is also highly applicable in the tourism sector.
At Hanoi Metropolitan University, Vietnamese Studies students participate in field trips and experiential learning activities at historical and cultural sites in Hanoi through an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach.
The program also emphasizes professional skills including: tour guiding, research methods, media publishing, and journalism practices.
Students have internship opportunities at tourism companies, national museums, media units, and news agencies—partnering institutions with signed MOUs with the University.
2. Program Highlights
The quality of the program has been accredited by the National Program Evaluation Council in 2022. Specializations are designed flexibly to meet learning and research needs, providing comprehensive knowledge of Vietnamese culture, cultural communication, and event organization.
Students study in a dynamic environment with fully equipped facilities. Besides classroom lectures, they develop soft skills and gain practical experience through cultural exchange activities with both domestic and international students.
Lecturers in Vietnamese Studies at the Faculty of Culture and Tourism are experienced professionals. In addition to full-time lecturers, leading industry experts in museum studies, culture-tourism, and media are invited to teach. This ensures students receive up-to-date and practical knowledge. Their dedication and long-standing commitment to the field are defining strengths.
3. Career Opportunities
As the number of foreign-invested companies in Vietnam grows, employers seek candidates who are not only proficient in foreign languages but also well-versed in Vietnamese culture. This makes Vietnamese Studies graduates highly employable in diverse roles:
Cultural research institutes, cultural management agencies, educational, scientific, and political organizations
Travel agencies, tourism departments, cultural and sports organizations, both domestic and foreign
Administrative agencies, political and social organizations, international and non-governmental organizations
Media, journalism, and event management agencies
Lecturers at colleges and universities in relevant fields
Experts on Hanoi urban studies, Hanoi culture, and Hanoi tourism
4. Benefits of Studying Vietnamese Studies at HNMU
Study in a modern academic environment that fosters creativity, independence, and passion for learning
Eligible for high-value scholarships
Internship placements at national museums, travel businesses, media agencies with job placement support upon graduation
Option to pursue a second major (dual-degree programs) in various fields, expanding career opportunities
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