Joint degree pathways following the 2+2 and 3+1 models, along with student exchange programmes, were the focus of a meeting on October 12 between Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH) and Northern Arizona University (NAU), USA, exploring additional international study options for students.
HUTECH and NAU discuss 2+2 and 3+1 pathways and student exchange programmes to expand study opportunities in the United States
During the meeting, Ms. Nguyen Lan Huong, Head of the Department of International Relations and Project Management, introduced HUTECH’s academic strengths, international joint programmes, and ongoing student exchange activities. This provided a foundation for the two universities to explore potential collaboration and consider opportunities aligned with their respective capabilities and priorities.
Ms. Nguyen Lan Huong introduces HUTECH’s academic strengths and international partnership network
Representing NAU, Ms. Poonam Venkatesh, International Education Advisor, shared an overview of the university and its learning environment. Arizona’s strengths in the cybersecurity workforce were also highlighted, suggesting potential opportunities for collaboration in technology.
Ms. Poonam Venkatesh introduces the learning environment at NAU and highlights potential opportunities for collaboration in cybersecurity
The discussions centred on the possibility of developing transnational education (TNE) programmes following the 2+2 and 3+1 models, combining periods of study in Vietnam and the United States. If implemented, these models would offer students additional international study pathways. Student exchange programmes were also discussed as a means of broadening academic experiences, encouraging cultural exchange, and helping students adapt to multinational environments.
Further discussions will lay the groundwork for HUTECH and NAU to explore academic collaboration, joint programmes, and student exchanges in greater depth
Both sides agreed to continue sharing information to assess the potential for collaboration and identify suitable opportunities, particularly in joint programmes and student exchanges. They also discussed the possibility of arranging visits and meetings in the coming months to facilitate more detailed discussions and advance potential partnerships.
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Northern Arizona University (NAU) is a public university founded in 1899, with its main campus in Flagstaff, Arizona, USA. With more than 25,000 students, the university offers programmes at various levels, with strengths in engineering and technology, business, education, health sciences, environmental science and forestry, social sciences, and the humanities. NAU emphasises hands-on learning, undergraduate research, and real-world experience. Its academic programmes are delivered through a range of specialised colleges and schools, including the Steve Sanghi College of Engineering, W. A. Franke College of Business, College of Education, College of Health and Human Services, College of Nursing, and College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences.
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