Ho Chi Minh City University of Law: 50 years of strong tradition, bright future

In March 2026, Ho Chi Minh City University of Law (ULAW) celebrated 50 years of tradition and 30 years of its official name.

From the first classes in 1976 to the school named Ho Chi Minh City University of Law as it is today, ULAW has continuously grown to affirm its position as a leading public university training law in the country.

Originating from the School of Judicial Officers in 1976, it has gone through various stages of development with names such as Legal High School, Legal University Branch, Ho Chi Minh City University of Law Branch. In 1996, Ho Chi Minh City University of Law was established from the merger of the Faculty of Law, Ho Chi Minh City University of General Sciences and the Ho Chi Minh City University of Law Branch.

ULAW still maintains its identity, with the dedication and high professional qualifications of teachers through many generations, has trained tens of thousands of capable legal officers, lawyers, and experts. From there, contributing to the cause of building a socialist rule-of-law state in Vietnam.

ULAW is a modern, multidisciplinary training and scientific research institution, contributing to solving important problems in science, especially legal science. The school has extensive international relations, plays a core role, and is a reliable support in relations with other training institutions, especially law training institutions in the southern provinces.

In March 2026, Ho Chi Minh City University of Law (ULAW) celebrated 50 years of tradition and 30 years of its official name.

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2026 is not only the 50th anniversary of tradition but also the starting point for a new development strategy, with a vision to 2045. Dr. Le Truong Son, Principal of the school, said: "ULAW identifies three important strategic pillars to adapt to the context of institutional reform, digital transformation and deep integration".

Firstly, ULAW will pioneer in becoming a comprehensive "Digital University". The school focuses on applying information technology in all aspects of its activities, from management, operation, accreditation, finance to teaching and research.

E-learning platforms, digital learning repositories, along with artificial intelligence (AI) and big data technology will be strongly integrated to create a modern and flexible learning environment.

In addition, ULAW implements a multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary university model. Not only training in traditional law, the school expands to the intersection of law - technology - economics - society, aiming to train a generation of learners with interdisciplinary thinking, adapting well to the rapidly changing world context. At the same time, ULAW promotes cooperation with domestic and foreign universities and research institutes to promote interdisciplinary research and academic exchange.

ULAW continues to maintain and affirm its position as a national key institution in legal training. The school focuses on key legal fields that have a great impact on socio-economic development and international integration. With a team of highly qualified lecturers and specialized training programs, ULAW aims to provide high-quality human resources and in-depth research to serve the process of perfecting the Vietnamese legal system.

The school has planned to organize a series of activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its tradition with a variety of activities: academics, scientific research, art performances, traditional camps, 50th anniversary golf tournament, meetings with generations of alumni, staff, lecturers, production of publications "ULAW - Timeline", documentaries, podcast series "50 Years of ULAW Imprints"...

The highlight of the series of events will be the official Anniversary Ceremony taking place on March 30, 2026. It is expected to be attended by leaders of the Party, State, ministries, departments, branches, localities, along with many domestic and foreign partners, generations of teachers and students of ULAW.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/truong-dai-hoc-luat-tphcm-50-nam-vung-truyen-thong-sang-tuong-lai-185250830112549194.htm