BUV connects Vietnamese students with 200 years of Manchester (UK) educational heritage

The new training programs not only meet global trends, but also give Vietnamese students the opportunity to enjoy 200 years of academic heritage from the city of Manchester - the cradle of the British Industrial Revolution.

Contributing to the goal of making Vietnam a new international educational destination in Southeast Asia, British University Vietnam (BUV) continues to expand strategic cooperation with leading UK universities. From 2026, BUV officially becomes a degree-granting partner of Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) with a training portfolio of 5 new programs.

With over 200 years of history, Manchester Metropolitan University is closely linked to the leaps and bounds of the city of Manchester – a national leader in innovation, industry and education.

BUV continues to expand its training portfolio with 5 new programs from 2026, awarded degrees directly from Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan was awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 - the highest rating in the UK. Manchester Metropolitan Business School also achieved the prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation - a distinction held by only 1% of the world's leading business schools.

One is a solid academic foundation that meets the standards of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Two is practical skills that meet the needs of global businesses recognized by the Association of British MBAs (AMBA). Three is the opportunity for international connections and business cooperation according to the standards of the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

Manchester School of Art, part of Manchester Metropolitan, is nearly 190 years old and is also ranked in the Top 51-100 in the world in the field of Art and Design by the international university ranking organization QS.

Two international options, one "golden" quality

Manchester Metropolitan officially becomes BUV's new degree partner from 2026, offering 5 training programs, including: 4 Bachelor's programs: Banking and Finance, Graphic Design, Digital Business and Creative Technology, Illustration with Animation; 1 Master's program: International Business Management.

Professor Rick Bennett, Vice President and Vice President of BUV, introduces new degree-granting partners and study programs at BUV Information Day

5 programs that meet the urgent needs of the global labor market, combining the rigorous academic standards of Manchester Metropolitan, and the 5-star learning environment at BUV. In particular, the programs are designed according to the dual degree model, allowing students to flexibly choose according to their finances and orientation.

With the choice of a degree awarded by BUV, students are guaranteed British-standard training quality, along with a training program and degree recognized by the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training .

Students benefit from the prestigious brand and world-class training quality of Manchester Metropolitan, in the international 5-star QS standard environment of BUV.

With the dual degree option, students receive two degrees from BUV and Manchester Metropolitan at the same time. A degree from Manchester Metropolitan is recognized in over 100 countries, making it easier to apply for international jobs or pursue postgraduate studies abroad. Students also have the opportunity to integrate with a worldwide alumni network.

Excellent partner

"Manchester Metropolitan seeks excellent partners around the world. Among them, BUV stands out with many similar values. We maintain the highest academic standards," said Mr. Matt Dean - Director of International Relations, Manchester Metropolitan University.

Mr. Matt Dean - Director of International Relations, Manchester Metropolitan University emphasized: "Manchester Metropolitan programs taught in Vietnam will be co-established with the programs taught in Manchester. This is a great opportunity for students to enjoy British standard education quality right in Vietnam"

According to Mr. Matt Dean, Vietnam is the next important destination in Manchester Metropolitan's globalization roadmap. In addition to Vietnam's fastest economic growth rate, the increasingly close relationship between the Vietnamese Government and the British Government is also a favorable factor. The cooperation between the two schools is expected to contribute to tightening this relationship.

Professor Rick Bennett - Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President of BUV - said: "BUV always puts excellence as the foundation for all activities. The new height in cooperation with Manchester Metropolitan University is a natural step in BUV's strategy to expand its portfolio of high-quality training programs from a top UK partner."

Manchester Scholarship

BUV and Manchester Metropolitan have jointly developed the Manchester Scholarship programme, which covers 50% of tuition fees for all students enrolling in five new training programmes in the first year of launch, applicable to both single and double degree options.

The Manchester Scholarship enriches BUV's diverse ACE scholarship system, built on the philosophy of "Empowering the next generation of bravery", with the three valuable legs of: Aspiration - nurturing all passions, Commitment - promoting equality and social progress, and Empowerment - equipping skills, knowledge and spiritual strength.

The Manchester Scholarship enriches BUV's diverse scholarship system and will continue to be promoted by the school in the 2026 academic year.

12 scholarship categories create equal opportunities for talented students, regardless of aptitude, conditions or geographical location. The 2026 scholarship fund worth hundreds of billions of VND continues to promote its commitment to the future of Vietnam, affirming its position as one of the most socially influential scholarship funds in the country.

With the continuous expansion of training programs, innovation in facilities, technology and international cooperation, BUV continues to affirm its position as an important bridge, bringing high-quality British education closer to Vietnamese students, contributing to training the future generation of leaders with global vision and brave hearts.

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the only university in Vietnam to achieve a 5-star rating from Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in 2024, and is also the first university in Vietnam and ASEAN to receive global quality accreditation from QAA, the UK's Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. These are two of the most prestigious accreditation bodies in the world. BUV's curriculum is well-designed, always updated with the latest industry trends, focusing on seamlessly integrating theory and practice, ensuring that 100% of students have jobs or continue their studies within three months of graduation.

Learn more: https://www.buv.edu.vn/chuong-trinh-cu-nhan/

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/buv-ket-noi-sinh-vien-viet-nam-voi-200-nam-di-san-giao-duc-manchester-anh-quoc-185251013121029419.htm