12 years of VNU Vietnam Japan University: From a shared vision to a global journey

Twelve years ago today (July 21, 2014), VNU Vietnam Japan University (VJU) was established from the shared vision of the Governments of Vietnam and Japan to build an international-standard research university that would cultivate high-quality human resources and strengthen bilateral cooperation. Today, after more than a decade of development, VJU has steadily established itself as […]
Nguyễn Bảo Hà’s journey of growth through small steps

If asked to describe her journey at VNU Vietnam Japan University (VJU) in just one word, Bảo Hà would choose “growth”. For her, the greatest achievement is not the title of valedictorian itself, but the journey of setting small goals, stepping beyond her comfort zone, and graduating with no regrets. On July 18, Nguyễn Bảo […]
One summer, three journeys to Japan

For many third-year students at VNU Vietnam Japan University (VJU), summer marks the transition from the classroom to the international workplace. This July, Thu Thảo and Phương Thảo, students from the Bachelor’s Program in Japanese Studies (BJS2023), will welcome their classmate Mai Phương as she joins them for an internship at Kinsei Sangyo Co., Ltd. […]
ICIS2026 Best Oral Presentation: A Young Researcher from Vietnam Japan University Makes Her Mark

Nguyen Thi Thuy Dung, a lecturer in the Japanese Language Education (JLE) Program at Vietnam Japan University (VJU), has transformed her international exchange experiences into meaningful academic contributions. She was one of two young scholars to receive the Best Oral Presentation Awards for Young Researchers at the International Conference on Innovation and Sustainability in Higher […]
ICIS2026 connects global scholars to advance sustainable higher education
More than 120 delegates from nearly ten countries gathered in Hanoi and Thai Nguyen on June 2-3, 2026, for the 2nd International Conference on Innovation and Sustainability (ICIS2026). Under the theme “Internationalisation and Sustainability in Higher Education” the conference served as a dynamic platform for scholars, educators, researchers, university leaders, and policymakers to exchange ideas, […]
MASTER’S ADMISSIONS INFORMATION 2026

1. Eligibility and Scope of Admissions Applicants must: Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification); Hold a valid English or Japanese language proficiency certificate (as required by the respective program) equivalent to Level 4 or higher of Vietnam’s 6-Level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework. Have a clear personal background and be in good health for study; […]
VJU students visit leading electronic circuit board manufacturer

On May 12, as part of the course Control Systems Engineering, second and third-year students from the Intelligent Mechatronic System and Japanese Manufacturing (EMJM) program visited Meiko Electronics Vietnam Co., Ltd. for an on-site learning experience. Located in Thach That Industrial Park in Hanoi, the Meiko facility is part of Japan’s Meiko Group and specializes […]
Building career momentum through industry-integrated courses

For students of the Engineer’s Program in Civil Engineering (ECE), each class session with industry partners offers a valuable opportunity to gain deeper insight into their future careers. Since early 2026, the “Career Orientation” course has provided students with opportunities to meet and engage with 8 reputable companies operating in the construction sector in both […]
Unlocking the appeal of International Studies through dialogue with enterprises and international organizations

The seminar titled Dialogue with Enterprises and International Organizations – Career Pathways in a Globalized World, held on May 10 at Vietnam Japan University (VJU), My Dinh Campus, provided an open forum to discuss career opportunities for International Studies students in the context of globalization. Representatives from the Ministry of Finance, the German Agency for […]
Doctoral Program Admissions in Japanese Studies – 2026

ANNOUNCEMENT 2026 Doctoral Admissions in Japanese Studies I. ADMISSION SCHEDULE No. Activity Round 1 Round 2 1 Online application via the admissions portal: http://tssdh.vnu.edu.vn 23/03/2026 – 17/05/2026 13/07/2026 – 31/07/2026 2 Submission of application documents and application fee 23/03/2026 – 13/06/2026 15/06/2026 – 31/07/2026 3 Selection/interview for doctoral candidates 28/06/2026 09/08/2026 4 Announcement of admission […]