Australian education institutions seek future-focused Vietnamese students
Representatives from over 60 of Australia’s top education institutions will be in Vietnam for a series of student exhibitions in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang from 5 to 7 March. Almost 4,000 students and their families are expected to visit the exhibitions for discussions about their future with institution representatives.
The exhibitions provide visitors the opportunity for face-to-face discussions with institution representatives to gain comprehensive and practical information on studying and living in Australia. Australia offers a diverse range of study options with over 24 000 high quality accredited courses on offer to international students. The recent weakening of the Australian dollar adds to the competitiveness of Australian education.
The events are free-of-charge and will be open to the public at the following venues and times:
Hanoi
08.30 – 1.00PM, Saturday 5 March 2016
Lotte Hanoi Hotel
Ho Chi Minh City
08.30 – 3.00PM, Sunday 6 March 2016
The Reverie Saigon
Da Nang
2.30 – 6:30PM, Monday 7 March 2016
Novotel Hotel
Acknowledging that Australia continues to be a destination of choice for Vietnamese students seeking an international education, Australia’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Hugh Borrowman, explained that an Australian education equips students with knowledge, skills and networks for their future. “An investment in education is an investment in the future. An Australian education focuses on meeting the needs of employers, providing world class education, training and connecting students with job outcomes,” said the Ambassador.
There are some 50,000 Vietnamese alumni of Australian education institutions. Around 20,000 Vietnamese studied in Australia in 2015, and many receive Australian qualifications here in Vietnam through institutional partnerships. Last year also saw the introduction to Vietnam of Australia’s New Colombo Plan, which aims to increase the number of Australians studying part of their degree in the Asia Pacific region.
The Ambassador concluded by saying that education is arguably the longest standing link between Australia and Vietnam. “Education is key to Vietnam’s future and Australia is proud to be an active player in this space. Australia continues to make a significant contribution to the development of human capital for Vietnam’s future through our scholarship program, international student program, and private sector investment.”
For further information, please contact:
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Ms Hien Le Education Manager Australian Trade Commission - Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3774 0317
Ms Trinh Trinh Education Manager Australian Trade Commission – Ho Chi Minh City Tel: +84 8 3827 0621 |