Van Lang Global School Connects Vietnam To Asia’s Education Hubs

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Van Lang University (VLU), one of Vietnam’s leading private academic institutions, has officially announced the launch of Van Lang Global School (VGS), a new education model aimed at bridging academia and the global marketplace.

Based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, VGS integrates international standards with a “sandbox” approach to experiential learning, designed to equip students with real-world skills and cross-border competencies.

The initiative builds on more than three decades of VLU’s development and nearly a decade of refining its honours and international programmes across 64 disciplines, according to a statement.

VLU Vice President and VGS Principal, Dr Luong Thi Phuong Nhi said the initiative reflects a shift in higher education priorities, adding that VGS aims to equip students with the adaptability and capabilities needed to navigate complexity and create value in a rapidly changing world.

The launch marks a strategic shift for VLU from a traditional education provider to a globally orientated learning ecosystem. VGS aims to strengthen academic and industry collaboration with partners across the United States, Singapore, China, and the broader Asia-Pacific.

The school’s curriculum emphasises interdisciplinary, practice-based learning, with over 70 per cent of courses delivered in English and aligned with global competency frameworks, including Singapore’s SkillsFuture model. Its co-creation approach brings together corporations, academic institutions, and industry experts to shape curricula and provide mentorship.

Supported by a network of more than 300 partners, VGS offers students access to internships, applied research, and cross-border opportunities, particularly within Asia. The university currently hosts over 6,000 international students, reflecting its growing global footprint.

A key feature of VGS is its Global Impact & Innovation Center, which provides a platform for students to tackle real-world challenges through hands-on projects, reinforcing adaptability and critical thinking.

VGS is positioned as part of a broader effort to connect Vietnam’s talent pool with the global innovation economy, supporting the country’s ongoing integration into international markets.

-- BERNAMA