Application Requirements

Eligibility

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

Academic Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or an equivalent postgraduate qualification from a recognised institution.

Research Capability

Applicants are required to demonstrate their research potential by submitting a research proposal (2,000–3,000 words) that includes:

• Research title (maximum 15 words)
• Research background (750–1,000 words)
• Research objectives, research questions, and research focus (100–300 words)
• Proposed research methodology or theoretical framework (750–1,000 words)
• Personal reflection outlining relevant research experience and motivation (300–500 words)
• Conclusion (100–200 words)
• Proposed research timeline
• References

Applicants must also provide two academic reference letters from academics or researchers holding a doctoral degree (or equivalent).

English Language Proficiency

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following qualifications (or an equivalent qualification accepted by the University):

Applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement may receive a conditional offer. The required English language qualification must be submitted before enrolment in the programme.

Application Documents

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Completed application form.
• Academic curriculum vitae (CV) with a recent photograph.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English.
• Two academic reference letters in English.
• Certified copies of: 
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates and academic transcripts (translated into English where applicable);
  • English language proficiency certificate;
  • National ID card or passport.
• Three copies of the research proposal in English.
• A Personal Statement outlining: 
  • Motivation for pursuing the programme;
  • Relevant academic and professional experience;
  • Long-term career objectives and how the programme will support these goals.
• Two passport-sized photographs.
• Completed application checklist.

Applicants holding qualifications awarded by overseas institutions may also be required to provide official degree recognition in accordance with Vietnamese regulations.

Application Process

Applications are assessed through a selection process. Candidates are required to:

• Submit all required electronic application documents via the online application system.
• Submit the complete hard-copy application package to the programme office.

Application Fee

The application fee is VND 4,500,000, which covers both the application assessment and the admission interview.