Chapter II · Asia
Study abroad inVietnam
Vietnam offers programmes in development studies, business and Vietnamese language in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, in one of Asia's fastest-growing economies.
- Capital
- Hanoi
- Languages
- Vietnamese
- Currency
- Vietnamese đồng (VND)
- Academic year
- September to June, in two semesters
- Student visa
- Student visa (DH)
- Programmes
- 4
- Universities
- 65
Programmes in Vietnam
Da Nang · 1 programme
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USACvia Go Overseas
Across Vietnam and multi-city
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· ★ 5.0 (3 reviews)SIT Study Abroadvia Go Overseas
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· ★ 5.0 (1 reviews)Actuality Abroadvia Go Overseas
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Vietnam National University - International Schoolvia Go Overseas
Universities in Vietnam
Selected institutions that take international or exchange students. 65 institutions in total, all listed in our Vietnam university directory.
- Ho Chi Minh City University of TechnologyHotcourses profile
- Ftp UniversityHotcourses profile
- Hong Bang International UniversityHotcourses profile
- Nong Lam UniversityHotcourses profile
- Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology RMIT VietnamHotcourses profile
- University of Architecture Ho Chi Minh City UahHotcourses profile
- University of Economics and FinanceHotcourses profile
Questions about studying in Vietnam
How many study abroad programmes are there in Vietnam?
StudiesForeign currently lists 4 programmes in Vietnam from 4 providers, in cities including Da Nang. Each listing links to the organisation that runs it, where you can check dates, prices and how to apply.
What visa do I need to study in Vietnam?
Most international students staying for a semester or longer need a student visa (DH). Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your course, and EU or EEA citizens may have different rules in Europe. Check with the host institution and the nearest embassy before you apply.
When does the academic year start in Vietnam?
The university year in Vietnam usually runs september to June, in two semesters. Provider programmes and summer schools follow their own calendars, so check each programme’s dates.
Can I study in Vietnam in English?
Yes, in many cases. Many study abroad programmes in Vietnam are designed for international students and teach in English, often alongside Vietnamese classes. Some programmes, especially direct enrolment at local universities, expect you to study in Vietnamese, so check each programme’s language requirements.
How many universities are there in Vietnam?
Our directory lists 65 universities and higher-education institutions in Vietnam, with links to their official websites.