1. Overview of Vinh University, Nghe An
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Located at 182 Le Duan Street, Truong Vinh Ward (formerly Ben Thuy Ward, Vinh City), Nghe An province, Vinh University has long been the flagship higher education institution in the North Central region of Vietnam. The university is entrusted with a broad mission, encompassing undergraduate and postgraduate training (bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees) as well as general education and early childhood education programs. It is a rare institution in Vietnam that spans such diverse academic levels under one umbrella.
Vinh University’s role extends far beyond the lecture halls. It is both a center of high-quality human resource training and a driving force behind educational development across the North Central region. It also functions as a research hub, innovation hub, and think tank, contributing to Vietnam’s national and global development strategies.
Organizationally, Vinh University is vast. It includes: 3 specialized schools, 4 research institutes, 4 faculties, 1 gifted high school, 1 pedagogical practice school 24 offices, centers, and departments, 2 representative offices (Ho Chi Minh City and Thanh Hoa province). The institution is grounded in five core values: Honesty, Accountability, Passion, Creativity, and Collaboration. These values steer its vision: becoming a smart university ranked among Asia’s top 500 by 2030, and joining the world’s top 1000 by 2045.
2. History and development of Vinh University
Founded in 1959 as Vinh Pedagogical College, Vinh University has grown in step with the development of Vinh City. In 1962, it became Vinh Pedagogical University, focusing on teacher training. By 2001, the Prime Minister upgraded it to Vinh University, marking its shift into a multi-disciplinary institution. A decade later, in 2011, it was recognized as a key national university, affirming its role as a leading hub in Central Vietnam.
Over more than 60 years, the university has moved through five major phases, from a small pedagogical branch to today’s comprehensive research university. It has trained over 80,000 graduates, 6,500 master’s holders, and hundreds of doctoral researchers. Many alumni now hold senior positions in education, science, and government.
In international rankings, Vinh University consistently places among Vietnam’s top 20 universities, earning a 4-star UPM rating and a spot in the SCImago Institutions Rankings. The university has become a symbol of progress, innovation, and academic excellence.
3. Fields of activity of Vinh University in Nghe An
3.1. Education and training
Vinh University is one of the largest training hubs in North Central Vietnam, offering 57 undergraduate majors, 38 master’s programs, and 17 doctoral fields. It also manages three affiliated schools: a gifted high school, a practice kindergarten, and a practice school covering primary to secondary levels. The university currently serves nearly 35,000 learners, including 22,000 full-time students.
A key strength lies in its 14 teacher-training programs, which supply Vietnam with highly qualified educators. Since 2017, Vinh University has applied the CDIO model across all programs, focusing on competency-based training, modern teaching methods, and digital learning platforms.
The university is also a leader in teacher retraining, supported by the ETEP program, and has achieved strong results in quality assurance. Eight undergraduate programs have been nationally accredited, while Mathematics Education and Information Technology are certified by AUN-QA, meeting ASEAN standards.
3.2. Scientific research & international collaboration
Research is a core strength of Vinh University. The school has established strong research groups in optics and spectroscopy, probability and statistics, and linguistics, while also rewarding international publications. In recent years, it has consistently ranked among the top 15 Vietnamese universities for global research output. In 2020 alone, its scholars published 157 papers in Web of Science and Scopus journals, more than double the year before. Student research is also thriving, with hundreds of projects winning national awards in recent years. The university publishes its own Journal of Science four times a year, now being upgraded toward ASEAN Citation Index standards.
On the global stage, Vinh University maintains partnerships with leading universities worldwide, including Zielona Gora (Poland), Hull (UK), Potsdam (Germany), South Florida and San Jose State (USA), Victoria (Australia), Nakhon Phanom (Thailand), and Pukyong (South Korea). These collaborations open pathways for student exchanges, joint research, and faculty development, strengthening the university’s international profile.
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4. Facilities of Vinh University
Vinh University has an approved land plan of 130 ha, with 44.12 ha already in use across five campuses. The main campus at 182 Le Duan, Truong Vinh Ward, Nghe An (14 ha) houses administration, classrooms, labs, a library, dormitories, and sports facilities. The second campus (19.2 ha) supports agriculture, physical education, and defense training. The third (9.3 ha) and fourth (1.4 ha) campuses serve aquaculture practice in Ha Tinh and Nghe An. The fifth campus (0.6 ha) is dedicated to student housing in Vinh City.
4.1. Academic facilities
Vinh University ranks among Vietnam’s top universities for infrastructure. The campus includes 10 large auditoriums, 36 mid-sized classrooms, 85 medium rooms, and 155 small classrooms, all fully equipped for modern teaching. There are also 16 multimedia rooms, 78 functional offices, 14 faculty offices, 2 libraries and resource centers, plus 3 research and practice centers with labs and training facilities.
4.2. Nguyen Thuc Hao Information Center - Library
The Nguyen Thuc Hao Library is the largest in North Central Vietnam—a 7-story, 9,000 m² building with study halls, classrooms, computer labs, a mock courtroom, and seating for 1,500 students. It houses over 175,000 books, 16,000 master’s theses, and 4,600 doctoral dissertations, along with a growing digital library offering more than 21,000 resources via ProQuest and other databases. Modern features include self-checkout stations, 24/7 return kiosks, scanning and digitization tools, and IT-equipped study spaces that support the university’s CDIO-based curriculum.
4.3. Center for Practice - Experimentation
Vinh University hosts 50 modern laboratories, practice workshops, art and music studios, greenhouses, and aquaculture facilities, all aligned with CDIO-based training. Specialized “school-level labs” also support teacher education. The IT network connects 15 buildings with 1 Gbps speed for 1,000+ computers, backed by 250 Wi-Fi access points and a campus-wide security camera system, ensuring smooth digital access and safety for students and staff.
4.4. Student dormitories & shared houses
The university provides 775 dormitory rooms across four sites, accommodating over 4,200 students. Facilities include hot water, air conditioning, and modern amenities, with well-maintained, secure housing at Campus I, Hung Binh, the National Defense Education Center, and Campus II Student Village.
4.5. Health center
The university’s Health Center has 8 clinics and 11 medical staff, equipped with modern facilities and supplies to provide primary care and medical services for students, faculty, and staff.
4.6. Canteens
Campus canteens at Campus I and II serve over 1,000 dormitory students, ensuring food safety, balanced meals, and affordable daily menus. Shops also provide essential goods and stationery.
4.7. Others
Vinh University provides sports fields and training grounds for physical education, student sports activities, and tournaments. These facilities support health, fitness, and community engagement for staff and students.
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FAQs about Vinh University, Vietnam
Is Vinh University a public or private institution?
Vinh University is a public university under the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam.
Does Vinh University have online learning options?
Yes, the university offers e-learning courses and blended learning for certain subjects.
What are the main research fields of Vinh University?
Vinh University’s scientific research focuses on three main fields: basic sciences, educational sciences, and applied sciences & technology.
Does Vinh University collaborate with overseas universities?
Yes, Vinh University collaborates with many overseas universities through bilateral agreements with institutions such as Zielona Gora University (Poland), University of Hull (UK), University of Potsdam (Germany), University of South Florida and San Jose State University (USA), Victoria University (Australia), Rajabhat Maha Sarakham University and Nakhon Phanom University (Thailand), and Pukyong National University (South Korea), among others.
With more than six decades of development, Vinh University has affirmed its position as a leading center for education, research, and innovation in Vietnam, especially in the North Central region. The university not only provides high-quality training and scientific research but also plays a vital role in fostering international collaboration and contributing to socio-economic development.
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