As a professor of computer science at Toulouse INP, one of France’s leading engineering education systems, Professor Hagimont has maintained a close and enduring connection with the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi since its foundation. His engagement with Vietnam, however, began even earlier. He first arrived in the country in 2000 to teach at IFI, a French–Vietnamese IT program, and has remained continuously involved ever since through teaching, research collaboration, supervision, and academic exchange. For nearly two decades, he has observed Vietnam’s higher education landscape evolve, and he has had the rare opportunity to accompany USTH from its conceptual stage to its emergence as a university increasingly recognized for quality and ambition.

Contributing to the establishment of a new university

Professor Hagimont took part in the creation of USTH around 2009–2010, with a particular focus on developing the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) field. At that time, the University’s structure differed significantly from what it is today. In its early years, USTH did not yet offer bachelor’s programs; the initial academic focus was placed on PhD recruitment, followed by the establishment of master’s programs, and only later by the development of undergraduate education.

During this formative period, Professor Hagimont played a key role in defining the initial curriculum of the ICT master’s program. Working closely with both French and Vietnamese partners, he contributed to laying the academic foundations.

In recent years, USTH has made a deliberate and sustained effort to strengthen its bachelor’s programs, particularly in science and technology disciplines. From Professor Hagimont’s perspective, this strategic shift has had a decisive impact on the University’s overall academic quality.

Today, the results of this investment are clearly visible. The ICT master’s program now enrolls approximately 30 students per year, the majority of whom are graduates of USTH’s own bachelor’s programs. This transformation reflects not only improved academic training but also broader changes in Vietnam’s labor market, where a master’s degree has become increasingly important for accessing high-quality professional opportunities.

Professor Hagimont estimates that around 20 percent of bachelor students demonstrate very strong academic potential. If these students progress to the master’s level, their performance is comparable to that of students in well-established European institutions. 

Students as the measure of success

At USTH, Professor Hagimont teaches courses in Operating Systems, Systems and Architecture, Cloud Computing, and Big Data at the Department of Information and Communication Technology. For Professor Hagimont, the most meaningful measure of academic success lies in the success of students themselves. He speaks with pride of former USTH students who have gone on to build successful academic and professional careers. One of his former PhD students, Tran Giang Son, is now the Director of the Department of  Information and Communication Technology at USTH. Others pursue further studies in France or work in high-tech companies. Some have decided to come back to Vietnam to contribute to their home country. 

What distinguishes today’s USTH students, in Professor Hagimont’s view, is not only their competence but also their mindset. He observes an increase in autonomy: students are able to explore problems independently, propose solutions, and engage in meaningful academic dialogue without waiting for detailed instructions. This capacity for initiative, he believes, is essential for those who work in the field of science and technology, where success depends on the ability to go beyond what is required. 

With a deep understanding of the academic and research pathways in science and technology, Professor Daniel Hagimon has long been attentive to the importance of international exposure. He believes that true academic growth requires students to step beyond familiar environments—to test themselves in global settings, engage with contemporary research methods, and collaborate within diverse research teams.

Therefore, he actively seeks funding opportunities that allow students, including those from USTH, to pursue exchanges and internships in France. Through his teaching at USTH, he has become a bridge between students and research opportunities in his laboratory at Toulouse INP. In recent years, the number of USTH students undertaking internships under his supervision has increased significantly. Several students have completed scientific papers and published them in international journals—an achievement that even students from highly ranked universities often find difficult to attain.

Long-lasting connection with Vietnam 

Beyond his academic commitments, Professor Hagimont has developed a strong and lasting personal connection to Vietnam. He visits the country two to four times each year, often teaching several courses during a single stay. His travels take him across different regions—sometimes even by motorbike. 

What he values most, however, is the human scale of daily interactions: the ease of communication, the accessibility of services, and the openness of people. This personal affinity naturally reinforces his professional commitment. As the quality of students at USTH continues to rise, collaboration with the University becomes ever more meaningful to him—both intellectually and personally.

The development of USTH and of the Information and Communication Technology program in particular has been shaped by the steady and dedicated contributions of French professors such as Professor Daniel Hagimont. Through his long-term commitment to teaching, curriculum development, research collaboration, and the creation of international academic opportunities for students, he has helped build and sustain a bridge of knowledge between Vietnam and France. His journey with USTH stands as a testament to how enduring academic partnerships, grounded in trust and shared values, can contribute meaningfully to the growth of a young university and to the education of future generations.

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École Centrale de Lyon is one of France’s leading engineering schools and a member of the prestigious Grandes Écoles system. The institution has strong expertise in high-level engineering training, scientific research, and technology transfer.  With an extensive network of academic and industrial partners, École Centrale de Lyon plays an important role in France’s and Europe’s research and innovation ecosystem and is a trusted partner in numerous international cooperation programmes.

Under the terms of the agreement, the two institutions have agreed to strengthen cooperation in training, research, and academic exchange, to enhance training quality, reinforce research capacity, and promote international engagement in higher education. Key areas of collaboration include the exchange of students at all training levels; exchange of academic and administrative staff; implementation of joint research projects; and the co-organisation of scientific conferences, seminars, and activities related to science, technology, and innovation.

Within the framework of this cooperation, USTH and École Centrale de Lyon will implement exchange programmes allowing students to undertake study, internships, and research at the partner institution for either a semester or a full academic year. These activities aim to strengthen students’ disciplinary knowledge while also fostering foreign-language proficiency, research skills, and the ability to work effectively in an international environment.

Students from École Centrale de Lyon may undertake internships at USTH laboratories for a minimum duration of three months, participate in research or exchange semesters, or complete final-year internships of at least five months under joint academic supervision. 

Conversely, USTH students may join one- or two-semester exchange programmes at École Centrale de Lyon’s campuses in Écully and Saint-Étienne. Final-year USTH students may also enrol in the Diploma in Advanced Studies – DESECL, corresponding to the final year of École Centrale de Lyon’s engineering programme, combined with a graduation internship. In addition, USTH students may participate in short-term research training programmes (Certificate in Research Training) and conduct graduation internships at École Centrale de Lyon’s laboratories or partner organisations under joint academic supervision. 

In the area of scientific research, the cooperation agreement provides a foundation for the development of joint research projects and encourages the participation of lecturers, researchers, and doctoral students from both sides. Research activities will focus on areas of shared interest and expertise, with the aim of producing high-quality scientific outcomes with strong application potential, enhancing international research publications, and gradually establishing sustainable joint research groups.

Beyond training and research, the agreement also highlights the importance of academic exchange activities, including the exchange of lecturers, research and administrative staff, as well as the co-organisation of conferences, seminars, and other scientific events. These activities facilitate the sharing of knowledge, experience in university governance, and advanced approaches to teaching and research.

The signing of this cooperation agreement not only expands USTH’s international partnership network but also reaffirms the University’s development orientation as a research-oriented institution, closely integrating training with scientific research and actively engaging with the global higher education and science-technology landscape.

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In 2026, the program focuses on 6 key research domains with the following benefits:

• Up to 10 co-tutelle PhD positions will be supported per year. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until December 30, 2026 and will close once all positions are filled.
• Tuition fees paid annually only on one side.
• Only one single defense will be conducted with jury compositions approved by both sides;
• 2 diplomas will be awarded to the student, one from USTH and one from French partner-university.
• Total duration: 36 months.

You can find more details about the program and the research domains in the below flyer. 

More information of CTP: Here

For further information or support, please contact us at dritt@usth.edu.vn.

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• Holiday period: From February 9, 2026 to February 22, 2026

• Date of return to classes: February 23, 2026

Students are requested to follow the above schedule and strictly comply with State regulations during the holiday period, ensuring safety for themselves and the community.

On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, the University wishes all students and their families a safe, warm, and joyful holiday.

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1. Presenter: Nicolas Delbart (Université Paris Cité)
2. Time: 16:00, Wednesday, January 22, 2026 (Vietnam time)
3. Venue: Room 118, USTH Building (A21), 18B Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam
4. SpaceTalk Team: usthspacetalk@gmail.com

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1. Tuition fee for Semester II (AY 2025–2026)

The tuition fee is VND 28,000,000 per semester.

The applicable tuition fee is stipulated in Decision No. 563/QĐ-ĐHKHCN dated 01 July 2025, issued by the Rector of the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi, regulating tuition fees for the Academic Year 2025–2026 for students, master’s students, and doctoral candidates admitted from 2023 onwards.

2. Payment period

From 23 January 2026 to 05 February 2026.

Students who fail to complete tuition payment by the deadline will not be allowed to attend courses in Semester II of the Academic Year 2025–2026.

3. Payment method

Students may pay tuition fees using one of the following methods:

• Bank transfer via QR code displayed on the University ERP system;
• Direct card payment via POS machine at the Department of Finance and Accounting (Room P101).

Students are advised to keep the payment confirmation for reference when necessary.

The University requires all students enrolled in master’s programs to strictly comply with this announcement.

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The payment period is from 23 January 2026 to 05 February 2026.

1. Applicable students

Students falling into one of the following categories:

• B0 students (admitted in AY 2025–2026) who have not yet been recognized as having completed the English pathway program;
• B2 and B3 students of all undergraduate training programs.

2. Tuition fees for Semester II (AY 2025–2026)

(In accordance with Decision No. 563/QĐ-ĐHKHCN dated 01 July 2025)

3. Payment period

• From 23 January 2026 to 05 February 2026.
• Students who fail to complete tuition payment by the deadline will not be allowed to attend Semester II courses of the Academic Year 2025–2026.

4. Payment method

Tuition fees shall be paid via bank transfer using the QR code displayed on the ERP system.

Payment steps:

• Log in to ERP: https://erp.usth.edu.vn/students
• Select Tuition, review the invoice
• Verify the payable tuition fee
• Scan the QR code to complete payment

Payment is considered successful when the invoice status changes to “Paid”.

5. Student support

Students are advised to keep the payment confirmation for reference.
For assistance, please contact the Department of Student Affairs:
student.services@usth.edu.vn

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Payment period: 23 January to 05 February 2026.

1. Applicable students

Students who have successfully registered for courses offered in Block 3 of the Academic Year 2025–2026 (AY 2025–2026) on the ERP system, including:

• B1 students (AY 2025–2026) of all training programs;
• B0 students (AY 2025–2026) who have been recognized as having completed the English pathway program;
• Students from previous cohorts currently studying at the University who register to retake or improve grades for B1 courses.

2. Credit-based tuition fees for Block 3 (AY 2025–2026)

(In accordance with Decision No. 563/QĐ-ĐHKHCN dated 01 July 2025)

3. Payment period

• From 23 January 2026 to 05 February 2026
• Students who fail to complete tuition payment by the deadline will not be allowed to attend the registered Block 3 courses.

4. Payment method

Tuition fees shall be paid via bank transfer using the QR code displayed on the ERP system.

Payment steps:

1. Log in to ERP: https://erp.usth.edu.vn/students
2. Select Tuition, review the invoice
3. Verify registered credits and payable amount
4. Scan the QR code to complete payment

Payment is considered successful when the invoice status changes to “Paid”.

5. Student support

Students are advised to keep the payment confirmation for reference.
For assistance, please contact the Department of Student Affairs:
student.services@usth.edu.vn

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In the VNUR 2026, 237 higher education institutions offering undergraduate programs or above were considered for evaluation. Among them, 193 institutions met the requirements for publicly available data and were therefore included in the official ranking.

Data for the ranking were collected from multiple independent and reliable sources, including annual reports, admissions prospectuses, international university rankings such as QS, THE, and ARWU; accreditation results from the Ministry of Education and Training; ranking systems such as QS Stars and UPM; scientific databases including Scopus and Web of Science; as well as data on patents, scientific journals, infrastructure, and digital libraries. Notably, VNUR does not rely on subjective surveys and does not accept self-reported data from universities, thereby ensuring a high level of objectivity and transparency in the ranking outcomes.

The evaluation process is based on a comprehensive framework comprising six criteria groups and eighteen indicators, with calibrated weightings to ensure balance and fairness. Among these, “Recognized Quality” carries the highest weight (30%), followed by Teaching (25%), Scientific Publications (20%), Science and Technology Missions and Patents (10%), Student Quality (10%), and Facilities and Infrastructure (5%).

This achievement marks a significant milestone in USTH’s development journey and further affirms the University’s rising stature within Vietnam’s higher education system. Being ranked among the Top 10 universities in Vietnam for the second consecutive year is not only a recognition of USTH’s quality in education and research, but also a shared source of pride for its entire community of staff, faculty members, and students.

The result clearly reflects USTH’s sustained efforts, strong sense of responsibility, and collective commitment to its mission of training high-quality human resources in science and technology for national development. USTH regards this recognition as both an encouragement and a responsibility to continue striving forward in the new phase of development—leveraging internal strengths, enhancing high-quality education and research in line with international standards, and nurturing generations of talented researchers and experts in science and technology.

Through these efforts, USTH aims to make meaningful contributions to Vietnam’s development in the new era, while meeting the expectations of both the Government of Vietnam and the Government of France for an excellent university.

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The infrastructure and laboratory facilities meet the requirements for advanced, high-quality training and research in accordance with international standards, including:

Molecular biology, protein, and cell laboratory complex: PCR systems, real-time PCR systems, flow cytometry, cell sorting systems, protein analysis and purification systems, upright and inverted fluorescence microscopes, centrifugation systems, DNA/RNA and protein quantification systems, along with many other modern systems and advanced equipment.

Animal cell culture laboratory: biological safety cabinets, CO₂ incubators, inverted optical and fluorescence microscopes.

Biosafety Level 2 laboratory: Class II biological safety cabinets, microbiological incubators, and multifunctional microplate readers.

Biochemistry and histology–embryology laboratory: tissue sectioning systems, stereoscopic fluorescence microscopes, and imaging systems.

Plant biotechnology laboratory: climate-controlled growth chambers, biological safety cabinets for tissue culture and genetic transformation, electroporation equipment, and a mini greenhouse system.

Experimental animal facility: mouse housing systems, clinical physiological–biochemical analysis systems, and drug testing systems.

Biomedical electronics teaching and research laboratory: Biopac biomedical signal research systems; equipment for recording electrodermal activity, electroencephalography (EEG), and electrocardiography (ECG); therapeutic ultrasound devices; and training systems with imaging models for X-ray, CT scanning, and MRI.

Laboratories on the 4th and 5th floors

The laboratories dedicated to pharmaceutical research and drug development are equipped with state-of-the-art instruments serving the extraction, isolation, synthesis, semi-synthesis, qualitative identification, and quantitative analysis of small-molecule compounds. These include chemical reaction systems, ultrasonic processors, Soxhlet extraction units, essential oil distillation units, rotary vacuum evaporators, thin-layer chromatography (TLC) systems, column chromatography systems, liquid chromatography coupled with DAD/FLD detectors, mass spectrometry systems, and gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) systems.

The facilities are also equipped with instruments for drug screening, such as multifunctional microplate readers, in vitro and in vivo biological assay systems. In addition, equipment supporting pharmaceutical formulation development is available, including tablet presses, capsule filling machines, as well as instruments for pharmaceutical quality control and testing.

Laboratory in Building A11

The Food Science and Technology Laboratory is equipped with advanced, versatile instruments meeting international standards to support teaching and research in the field of food technology, including:

Basic practical equipment cluster: analytical balances, precision balances, large-capacity balances, temperature-controlled incubators, drying ovens, refrigerators, freezers, benchtop pH meters, vortex mixers, fume hoods, autoclaves, laboratory glassware washers, ultrasonic sample disruptors, Kjeldahl nitrogen distillation units, Soxhlet extraction units, and essential oil distillation systems.

Equipment cluster for Fermentation Technology courses: fermentation systems with capacities ranging from 10 to 50 liters, together with auxiliary equipment such as alcohol distillation units, Anton Paar Abbemat 3200 digital refractometers, microscopes, and two-directional shaking incubators.

Equipment cluster for Food Processing Technology courses: multipurpose blenders, coffee grinders, coffee roasters, baking ovens, overhead stirrers, hotplate magnetic stirrers, temperature-controlled cabinets, fruit and vegetable dryers, vacuum packaging machines, and noodle extrusion machines.

Product recovery and analytical technology equipment cluster: including large-capacity refrigerated centrifugation systems, vacuum filtration systems, HPLC systems equipped with DAD and FLD detectors, GC–MS systems, Biochrome 32 amino acid analyzers, water activity meters, colorimeters, and food texture analyzers.

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