Inheriting the great achievements and cherished traditional values accumulated over 22 years of history from its predecessor units, which laid a solid foundation for VKU’s remarkable development over the past five years, VKU takes pride in becoming a leading university in Vietnam. The university is oriented towards developing an advanced, internationally standardized model, steadfastly pursuing the educational philosophy of Humanity – Dedication – Liberation. This philosophy aims to educate and comprehensively develop learners in Morality – Intelligence – Physical health – Aesthetics, equipping them with lifelong learning abilities, adaptability to the rapid changes of the era, and readiness to dedicate and contribute to the happiness and progress of society.

VKU is not only the name representing the three words “Vietnam – Korea University,” reflecting its important role and responsibility in fostering and bridging the fellowship between Vietnam and Korea, but it is also a symbol of profound values expressed through the following principles:

• Vision: A global vision and aspiration for international excellence

• Knowledge: The pursuit of knowledge and the cultivation of talent for the nation

• Unification: Connecting, converging, and uniting the immense internal and external potential, along with the valuable traditions and the strength of the present

Additionally, VKU is also imbued with the values of:

• Vitality: Vigorous life force, creativity, and continuous development

• Kindness: Kindness, service spirit, and compassion

• Understanding: Mutual understanding, sincerity, and collaboration among all generations within the university and with all its partners

Over the past five years, VKU has achieved remarkable progress in fostering strong internal solidarity, with a leadership team characterized by ethics, intelligence, and determination, alongside a dedicated and professional staff with strong expertise and a mindset of dedication. VKU has affirmed its position and reputation, becoming a prestigious university with the highest admission scores in the country. It boasts a student body of up to 7,000, cooperates with more than 200 strategic partners (notably KOICA, Hanwha Life, CFK, KMUTNB, Nix Education, …), and successfully proposed a $7.7 million ODA project sponsored by KOICA-Korea. The university is a pioneer in training and researching strategic global industries such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and fintech. VKU has also initiated and successfully organized many national and international scientific events, such as the CITA International Conference and the Central-Central Highlands Informatics Olympiad. Additionally, it is an important key member of prominent communities and associations in Southeast Asia and Vietnam, including AUF, ASEAN IVO, ACIR, and FISU. Many VKU alumni hold important positions in large domestic and international organizations and enterprises.

VKU aims for a sustainable future, constantly innovating to maintain its leading position in the country and enhance its international influence. The university continuously improves the quality of training to become a key institution providing high-quality human resources in digital technology and digital economy, meeting the nation’s development strategies and the global labor market. VKU steadfastly pursues the educational philosophy of Humanity – Dedication – Liberation, to nurture generations of talents to address the challenges of the times and contribute to the well-being of life and humanity.

On this occasion, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Government of Vietnam, the Government of Korea, KOICA, ministries, departments, localities, the University of Danang, as well as organizations, partners, businesses, and all generations of leaders, staff, lecturers, and students. Your unwavering support and significant contributions have been instrumental to VKU’s development.

Sincerely,