Vietnam
We welcome applicants from around the world and often accept local regional qualifications in line with the course entry requirements. If you have qualifications from Vietnam, we can review your eligibility for your programme of interest. Just send in copies of your academic transcripts and awards when you make your application. Alongside our UK team, we also have representatives in your region who can assist you with your application.
Country representative
Loan Nguyen
Vietnam and Cambodia Representative
In order to support our long-term commitment and close relationships in Vietnam, our staff provide tailored counselling and assistance to prospective students and their parents on all aspects of studying at the University of Hertfordshire and the UK, including advice on application processes and documentation, pre-departure briefings, assistance with visa applications and help with securing University accommodation.
Further information
Contact: Loan Nguyen (Country Manager)
Vietnam and Cambodia
Regional qualifications and entry requirements
For the majority of our programmes, we typically accept the following qualifications from Vietnam:
| Point of entry | Academic requirements * | Language requirements * |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Vietnamese 3-year Upper Secondary certificate with 6.5 out of 10. | IFP English focus (IELTS 4.5, with no less than 4.0 in any band) and IFP Subject focus (IELTS 5.5 with no less than 4.0 in any band. |
| Undergraduate (year 1) |
A recognised foundation year in the relevant field or The first year of study from a relevant course at a recognised Vietnamese University. | IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band. |
| Undergraduate (year 2/3) | No agreed progression routes in place - if you apply to the University following part completion of a degree, or completion of a diploma, your application will be individually assessed. | IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band. |
| Pre-masters | Vietnamese 4-year Bachelor degree with less than GPA 6.5 out of 10. | IELTS 5.5 with no less than 5.5 in any band. |
| Postgraduate taught | Vietnamese 4-year Bachelor degree from a recognised university with a minimum GPA 6.5 out of 10 for a 2:2 requirement, and GPA 7.0 out of 10 for a 2:1 requirement. | IELTS 6.0 or 6.5 (depending on course) with no less than 5.5 in any band. |
*Some courses may vary and/or have specific requirements – for details of the entry requirements for your course, please see our course pages or contact us to check your qualifications. Please note that all applications are assessed on an individual basis.
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