RMIT University invests A$25 million in research and innovation.

RMIT will invest A$25 million (equivalent to over VND 430 billion) to boost research and innovation, including expanding its doctoral programs in Vietnam, in order to strengthen its 25-year educational partnership with Vietnam.

The information was released during the visit of Ms. Sam Mostyn, Governor-General of Australia, to the school's South Saigon campus on September 12th.

The event was also honored to welcome Mr. Pham Hung Tam - Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia, Ms. Gillian Bird - Australian Ambassador to Vietnam, Ms. Sarah Hooper - Australian Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, and Mr. Nguyen Manh Cuong - Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City.

This investment is part of RMIT's A$250 million strategic investment fund for Vietnam, first introduced in 2023 during Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's official visit to Vietnam.

The new A$25 million commitment will boost research and innovation in Vietnam by significantly expanding the university's PhD scholarship program, supporting students in obtaining internationally recognized PhD degrees with RMIT University without having to live and study abroad.

Governor-General of Australia, Sam Mostyn (center), with Peggy O'Neal, Chair of the RMIT University Council (right), and Professor Scott Thompson-Whiteside, CEO of RMIT Vietnam (left). Photo: RMIT

Peggy O'Neal, Chair of the RMIT University Council, said: “RMIT is proud to have represented Australia in Vietnam for the past 25 years. We have made a significant impact, with nearly 25,500 RMIT graduates in Vietnam ready to contribute to the country’s prosperity.”

"This investment reaffirms the university's commitment to building strong international partnerships and enhancing research collaboration in Vietnam," she said.

The postgraduate research program will be led and conducted by RMIT Vietnam in collaboration with local business partners, focusing on research that supports the country's goals in education , science, technology, and innovation. Specifically, the program supports Vietnam's implementation of Resolution 57-NQ/TW, aiming for a workforce in science research, technology development, and innovation of 12 people per 10,000 by 2030.

Professor Scott Thompson-Whiteside, CEO of RMIT University Vietnam, stated: “Education and research are core elements of the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Australia. The university's investment not only strengthens domestic research efforts but also connects Vietnamese experts with leading experts in Australia, fostering an environment for knowledge sharing and innovation.”

Governor-General Sam Mostyn said: “Education is central to the Australia-Vietnam relationship and it is wonderful to see that partnership so clearly evident on campus today. Australian educational institutions like RMIT, with a presence in both countries, can contribute to fostering even deeper bilateral connections.”

Governor General Sam Mostyn of Australia speaks during her visit to RMIT University's South Saigon campus. (Photo: RMIT)

RMIT is a leading provider of transnational education, contributing to fostering bilateral relationships and regional cooperation through its nearly 40-year presence in Vietnam, Singapore, and India.

With over 12,000 students, 1,300 faculty and staff, and nearly 25,500 alumni, RMIT Vietnam is the largest overseas campus of an Australian university. The 25th anniversary marks a significant turning point for RMIT Vietnam, with a focus on expanding research and strengthening its contribution to the country's development.

(Source: RMIT Vietnam)

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/dai-hoc-rmit-dau-tu-25-trieu-do-la-uc-cho-nghien-cuu-va-doi-moi-sang-tao-2442173.html