Expanding learning opportunities and international degrees
In 2026, many universities will continue to expand international liên kết programs to create more choices for candidates, while helping learners access an international standard training environment right from within the country.
According to MSc Truong Ngoc Bao Chau - Partner and Project Development Management, International Cooperation Department, Thang Long University - the value of liên kết programs lies not only in the international degree but also in the process of equipping students with integration skills.
International linkage programs help students equip themselves with knowledge, skills and integration capacity to be ready to work in a global environment. This is a great advantage in the context of an increasingly internationalized labor market" - Ms. Bao Chau said.
The curriculum is designed according to a transitional model. In the first two years, students study at Thang Long University with the companionship of the school's teaching staff.
After this period, students continue to study with the teaching staff of the University of Birmingham and graduate with an international bachelor's degree.
This can be considered a partial study abroad model. The first two years of studying in Vietnam help students have a solid foundation before entering the international training environment" - Ms. Bao Chau said.
In addition to the advantage of degrees, liên kết programs also create more admission opportunities for candidates. According to Dr. Nguyen Bich Thuan - Deputy Director of the Institute of International Education - Academy of Finance - with scores from 19 - 22 points, combined with an IELTS certificate, candidates can register for the DDP program.
DDP is a regular university training program linked between the Academy of Finance and the University of Greenwich (UK).
Students can choose to study for the entire 4 years at the Academy of Finance or according to the 3+1 model, study for 3 years in Vietnam and the final year at Greenwich University. Students will receive 2 university degrees, creating a competitive advantage after graduation" - Dr. Nguyen Bich Thuan shared.
Reduce about 60% of costs compared to full study abroad
Besides the quality of training, tuition fees are also a factor that many parents and students are interested in when choosing international joint programs.
According to Ms. Truong Ngoc Bao Chau, the transfer training model helps learners save significant costs compared to full-service study abroad.
For the liên kết program of Thang Long University, the total cost can be reduced by about 60% compared to full study abroad, while students still have the opportunity to receive international degrees" - Ms. Bao Chau affirmed.
For students with abilities but limited financial conditions, Thang Long University maintains many scholarship policies and financial support.
In addition to the school's scholarships, students also have the opportunity to access funding from international partners and other organizations, thereby having more opportunities for students to pursue international training programs" - Ms. Truong Ngoc Bao Chau said.
The international linkage program brings many benefits, but according to Dr. Vu Van Ngoc - Director of the Institute for Advanced and High-Quality Training and POHE, National Economics University - candidates should also consider carefully before deciding to study.
In addition to tuition fees, candidates need to carefully understand output standards, especially foreign language proficiency and output standards, and at the same time, consider their abilities and career orientation before choosing an international program" - Dr. Vu Van Ngoc added.
