On August 3, 2023, a working program between leaders of Ha Long University and Sunchon National University (Korea) took place at Ha Long University.

The purpose of the working program is to discuss the contents of cooperation in training, scientific research, cultural exchange, etc. between the two universities, and at the same time discuss the content of the draft MOU on cooperation in the period from 2023 to 2028.

Paranomic meeting

Attending the meeting, at the side of Sunchon National University, there were Mr. Lee Byung Woon – Rector; Mr. Shin Jeong Shin – Head of the International Cooperation Department; Mr. Kim Won Jung – Director of the Library Center; Mr. Bae Chang Hyu – Professor of Agriculture; Mr. Kim Jong Cheol – Assistant Principal, and Ms. Kang Hae Yung – Specialist of International Cooperation Department.

On the side of Ha Long University, there were Dr. Nguyen Duc Tiep (Rector), Dr. Phan Thi Hue (Vice Rector), and representatives of leading units of the Office of International Cooperation and Scientific Management, the Office of Academic Inspection, Faculty of Foreign languages,  and lecturers of Korean Language Department.

At the meeting, Dr. Nguyen Duc Tiep, Rector of Ha Long University, expressed his pleasure in welcoming the delegation of Sunchon National University to visit and work at the University. The Rector introduced to the delegation the process of establishment, and development as well as the fields of training, scientific research, and cooperation network of Ha Long University.

Dr. Nguyen Duc Tiep spoke at the meeting

At the meeting, representatives of Ha Long University and Sunchon National University exchanged and discussed the student exchange program, combining local internships, a dual degree training program, a 3 + 2 training model (three years studying at Ha Long University and two years studying at Sunchon National University), the research programs in different topics such as Smart Farm (Smart farm), aerospace, cultural content development, animation, support in compiling teaching materials for Korean Studies, which are suitable for Vietnamese students, coordinating in the development of Scientific Journal of Ha Long University and coordinating in the “Global 30” Project of the Korean Ministry of Education. In addition, other cooperation contents in science and education will take place based on sincere and goodwill exchange between the two universities to maximize resources for students, support research activities for students and lecturers, and build prestige for international cooperation activities between the two universities.

Mr. Lee Byung Woon – Rector of The National university of Sunchon discussed about the cooperation contents

Leaders of two universities signed an MOU for the period of 2023-2028

The participants had the opportunity to visit the facilities of Ha Long University, the traditional room, Korean cultural space, and the KLASS smart classroom, thereby surveying the quality of teaching Korean at the University.

Delegates visited the Korean cultural space at the University of Ha Long

The meeting between Ha Long University and Sunchon National University took place successfully, demonstrating the strong spirit of cooperation between the two universities. This event has opened up many new prospects for cooperation in training, research, and cultural exchange between Vietnam and Korea. Both universities believe that the close cooperation will bring many opportunities for sustainable development of the two sides and contribute to the close cooperation between the two countries.