Open the door to new knowledge

In the context of deep international integration and increasing demand for human resource quality, universities and colleges proactively establish international cooperation and develop training cooperation programs with countries around the world. Thereby, exchanging and receiving new sources of knowledge to improve training quality, gradually approaching regional and international standards.

Students of the College of Food and Foodstuffs receive passports to do internships in Japan. Photo: LAM PHUONG

Opportunities for students

After nearly a year of internship in Japan under the Internship program, student Vo Pham Kim Hoa (class 23C2, Food Technology major) has become much more mature and confident. Every day, Hoa works with Japanese colleagues, learning experiences, skills, and knowledge about modern food preservation and storage from the land of the "rising sun". In addition, Hoa approaches the culture and people here, learns good habits, a sense of responsibility and a high sense of discipline.

Director of the Admissions and Employment Center, College of Food and Foodstuffs Tran Hoang Dung said that the Japanese Internship program is a program that the Japanese Government allows Japanese enterprises to receive and employ international students to intern at the enterprise with the aim of promoting cooperation and exchange, helping international students have the opportunity to study and develop skills in Japan.

Students of the College of Food and Foodstuffs signed a commitment to participate in internships at Japanese enterprises under the Internship program. Photo: LAM PHUONG

In recent years, the University of Education, University of Danang has also increased student exchanges with countries in the region and the world. Duong Bui Vinh (class 22SLS, History Education, Faculty of History - Geography - Politics ) had a memorable time participating in the student exchange program in Thailand. The two-week internship and experience in the land of the Golden Temple helped Vinh improve his professional knowledge, increase his understanding and broaden his international vision.

Vice Principal of the University of Education Nguyen Van Hieu said that on average, each year, the school sends 100-150 students to participate in exchange programs, advanced study and short-term internships in partner countries. This is an opportunity for students to accumulate knowledge, skills and international experience; at the same time, become "young ambassadors" to promote the image of Vietnam and the school to the world .

Strengthening international cooperation

According to the representative of the University of Education, the school has built many joint training and student exchange programs with prestigious universities around the world. Up to now, the school has built a wide network of connections with more than 50 international partners, creating conditions for lecturers and students to access new knowledge and advanced, modern educational methods. The cooperation does not stop at academic exchange but also extends to internships, job introductions, creating opportunities for students to access international working environments early.

International students studying at the University of Education, University of Danang participate in cultural exchange activities organized by the school. Photo: LAM PHUONG

In the trend of integration, in addition to international cooperation, colleges and universities focus on developing training programs in foreign languages, especially English, gradually building an international academic environment. The highlights of these programs are ensuring teaching quality, updating modern learning content and using English as the teaching language completely or partially. In addition, the application of active training methods, project-based learning, learning associated with research and practice helps students not only acquire professional knowledge but also develop critical thinking, creativity, communication and teamwork skills, improve international competitiveness, and aim to become global students.

Director of Danang University Nguyen Ngoc Vu said that international cooperation is one of the strategic orientations in training and supporting employment for students. Up to now, Danang University has built a wide cooperation network with more than 250 universities, research institutes, and international organizations.

With its position as the education and training center of the Central Highlands, Da Nang city is carrying out procedures to request UNESCO to list Da Nang in the network of "global learning cities" in 2026. According to Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Vu, to soon become a "global learning city", Da Nang needs to build and expand lifelong learning spaces for all people, develop an open learning network, connect with libraries, cultural centers, museums and digital platforms so that people can learn anytime, anywhere. In addition, promote high-quality human resources and the spirit of innovation, link training with research, start-ups, and digital transformation to turn knowledge into a driving force for socio-economic development.

According to the general assessment of the university boards in the area, to improve higher education in the new period, Da Nang needs to build a comprehensive ecosystem for international students. Not only high-quality classrooms but also modern dormitories, open cultural spaces and policies to support life, scholarships, favorable legal procedures... to attract more and more international students to study, affirming the image of a global learning city.

Source: https://baodanang.vn/mo-canh-cua-tri-thuc-moi-3301231.html