On the morning of July 18, 2025, Vietnam-Korea University of Information and Communication Technology (VKU), the University of Danang, warmly welcomed and held a working session with representatives from King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), Thailand – one of the leading technological universities in Southeast Asia. The meeting took place in an open and collaborative atmosphere, aiming to build a solid foundation for long-term cooperation between the two institutions in the areas of training, scientific research, academic exchange, and student mobility.

Overview of the meeting

In attendance from KMUTT were Dr. Sansiri Tarnpradab, Lecturer and International Coordinator, School of Computer Engineering, and Ms. Nongyao Jampahom, staff of the School of Computer Engineering. On the VKU side, the meeting was attended by Dr. Tran The Son – Vice Rector of the University, along with representatives from various departments, faculties, and centers of VKU.

Dr. Tran The Son – Vice Rector of VKU shared his remarks

In his welcome remarks, Dr. Tran The Son provided an overview of VKU – a public, application-oriented university that pioneers education in digital technology and digital economy. VKU currently has nearly 7,000 students and around 300 staff and lecturers, including 70 associate professors and PhDs. All lecturers hold at least a Master’s degree, with many having received formal training from developed countries such as South Korea, Japan, the United States, France, Poland, and Australia. VKU offers 19 modern academic majors and minors, including Artificial Intelligence, Information Security, Data Analytics, Fintech, IoT, and Semiconductor Design. The university pursues a bilingual training approach and promotes international integration, with 100% of students required to write and defend their graduation thesis in English.

At the meeting, Dr. Tran The Son also shared the practical results of collaboration between VKU and King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB), such as student internship exchange programs in Thailand, the organization of the VKU–ISEP international academic exchange program, as well as cultural and academic exchanges and faculty mobility. These have been effective activities that VKU wishes to further expand with KMUTT – a university with many similar strengths and high reputation in the region. Regarding scientific research, VKU is the host and organizer of the CITA international scientific conference series (now in its 14th edition), with the most recent event held in Cambodia (CITA 2025), and plans for CITA 2027 to be held in Thailand. VKU is also the initiator and coordinator of the ACIR academic network – a regional academic community comprising universities from Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, and others – with a mission to promote research, innovation, and academic collaboration across the region.

Dr. Sansiri Tarnpradab made a brief statement on behalf of KMUTT

Representing KMUTT, Dr. Sansiri Tarnpradab expressed her strong impression of VKU’s strategic development orientation, its modern learning environment, and strong internationalization efforts. King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) is one of Thailand’s nine national research universities, with over 17,900 students, 2,200 faculty and staff members, and a network of four modern campuses covering more than 256 hectares. The university is known for its excellence in engineering, science, biotechnology, design and architecture, and environmental technology. KMUTT is consistently ranked among the top universities in Thailand by the Times Higher Education 2024 and is placed in the 101–200 band of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023 for its global impact. After learning about and discussing VKU’s vision and achievements, KMUTT expressed its desire to foster deeper cooperation with VKU across multiple strategic areas of mutual interest. Dr. Sansiri Tarnpradab highlighted the remarkable alignment between the two institutions — from their applied training orientation and focus on cutting-edge technologies, to a shared educational philosophy of student-centered learning and strong engagement with industry and the community. She emphasized that with its strong academic capacity, active involvement in international initiatives, and a forward-looking development strategy, VKU stands out as a prestigious and promising partner in the ASEAN university network.

The working session between VKU and KMUTT not only marked a significant step forward in expanding the international collaboration networks of both universities but also exemplified a model of regional partnership between technological universities — built on shared foundations, mutual respect, consensus, and innovation. Both sides agreed to continue discussions and proceed with the necessary procedures to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) in the near future, aiming to formalize concrete and long-term collaborative programs.

Center for Learning Resource and Communication

King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) is one of Thailand’s leading technological universities and a member of the country’s top nine national research universities. Renowned for its strengths in engineering, technology, science, design, and innovation, KMUTT was established in 1960 and currently enrolls approximately 17,900 students, including 12,005 undergraduate and 5,893 postgraduate students, supported by a workforce of around 2,200 faculty and staff members.

KMUTT comprises four main campuses, covering a total area of over 256 hectares. Among them, Bangmod Campus (approx. 21 ha), located in Bangkok, serves as the main campus and houses major faculties including Engineering, Science, Information Technology, Humanities, and key research institutes such as FIBO (Institute of Field Robotics); Bangkhuntien Campus, around 20 km from Bangmod, spans 32 hectares and focuses on disciplines such as Architecture, Design, Biotechnology, and Bioresources; Ratchaburi Learning Park, located about 130 km from the capital, is the largest campus (approx. 186 ha) and functions as a hub for field-based education and research. Additionally, Knowledge Xchange (KX) – a high-rise building (approx. 0.4 ha) in central Bangkok – serves as a center for innovation and university-industry collaboration.

With the motto “The trained man wins”, KMUTT aims to nurture global citizens equipped with strong professional competencies, creative thinking, social responsibility, and the ability to solve interdisciplinary problems. The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in Thailand and globally, ranked No.1 in Thailand by Times Higher Education (THE) 2024 and placed in the 101–200 global tier of THE Impact Rankings 2023 for its contributions to sustainable development goals. With its comprehensive and modern ecosystem for learning and research, KMUTT affirms its role as a center for high-quality human resource development, deeply integrated with education, science, industry, and the community.

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