Vietnam National Academic Recognition Information
Centre (VN-NARIC)
ORGANISATION INTRODUCTION
Huong Le – Vietnam National Academic Recognition Information Centre1WHO WE ARE Vietnam National Academic Recognition Information Centre (VN-NARIC), the designatedVietnam national agency for the recognition of international qualifications and verification ofinternational and Vietnamese qualifications, was established in March 2016. It performs onbehalf of the Department of Quality Management - Vietnam Ministry of Education andTraining (Public service).
 VN-NARIC receives and implements recognition of approximately 6000 foreign degrees andverification of 10.000 – 15.000 Vietnamese degrees annually.
 VN-NARIC provides information on Vietnam education system, recognized Vietnamese higher
education institution.
 Address: 30 Ta Quang Buu Street, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi, Vietnam.
 Website: https://naric.edu.vn/

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HOW WE WORK
Our approach is based on our values and promises--

Transparent information:o Connecting and sharing information to other
NARICso Education laws, MOET information, education
systems/frameworks… are published on VNNARIC’s website.

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Developmento We publish all information about theprocedures, recognition process on the website.

o Improving knowledge about diploma
recognitiono We publicly announce the due date for degree
holders and try not to overdue.

o Improving human resource qualityo We own a evaluation system to evaluate theapplicant satisfaction level.
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Sharing:

Timing:o Time to the applicants is very important3

o Improving technology system

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WHAT WE DO
 Recognising international qualifications.
 Verifying Vietnamese qualifications.
 Providing services on:
 Consultancy, technology evaluation transfering to individuals, organizations anddepartments;
 Information about: Diploma/study results, training programs, accredited higher
education institutions; Organizing forums, seminars and discussions on programs/institutions and degree
recognition issues.

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WHAT WE DO
 Collecting database on:
 Information on joint training programs in Vietnam.
 Education systems, institutions, programs as well as qualifications of Vietnam;
information on secondary education, higher education degrees.
 Participating in international cooperation activities in the field of recognition of higher
education diplomas; in the network sharing regional and international academic
recognition information.
 Being a contact point of the National Academic Recognition and Accreditation Centers(NARIC) to exchange information concerned.

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Thank you

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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING
VIETNAM EDUCATION QUALITY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
VIETNAM NATIONAL ACADEMIC RECOGNITION INFORMATION CENTRE

VIETNAM EDUCATION SYSTEM

Huong Le – Vietnam National Academic Recognition Information Centre

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CONTENT

I. GENERAL EDUCATION SYSTEM
II. VIETNAM QUALIFICATION FRAMEWORK
III. HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEM

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I. GENERAL EDUCATION SYSTEM
The national education system of Vietnam:
 Pre-school education: nursery education,kindergarten education;
 General education: primary education, lower
secondary and upper secondary education;
 Vocational education and training (VET): Technical –Vocational education and Associate; Higher education: Bachelor, Master and Doctor ofPhilosophy.

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THE NAME AND THE DIFFERENCE

Bằng Cử nhân thực hànhBằng Cử nhân Cao đẳng12

II. VIETNAM QUALIFICATION FRAMEWORK
Constituent

Level

Primary education
Secondary education Lower secondary
Upper secondary
Out-of-school education

Professional(vocational) education

Highereducation

Scope of the program(ECTS1credits),
period of study

Degree, qualification
or education level

Duration

Level in National
qualification
framework

03 years
05 years
04 years
03 yearscertificatescertificates~

5 credits
15 credits
25 credits~

Vocational education

Professional Diploma

35-50 credits

01-03 years

4

Vocational education

Associate Diploma

60 credits

02-03 years

5

Bachelor

120 -180 credits

03-05 years

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Master30 - 60 credits

01-02 years

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Doctor90 - 120 credits

03-04 years

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The first levelof higher education
The second levelof higher education
Research levelof higher education

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III. HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEMNAME OF DEGREEENTRY REQUIREMENT

BACHELORMASTER

DOCTOR/PHD

Secondary Graduation Diploma
High School Graduation Exam (National
Examination)

DURATION AND CREDITPATHWAY

120 -180 credits in 3 - 4 years

Master programs or PhD
programs

PhD

Transcript of High SchoolTest of universityBachelor degree
Entry test

30 - 60 credits in 1-2 years

A “Distinction” Bachelor degree or Master
degree90 -120 credits and thesis, 34 years

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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING
VIETNAM EDUCATION QUALITY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
VIETNAM NATIONAL ACADEMIC RECOGNITION INFORMATION CENTRE

RECOGNITION OF
FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS

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I. LEGAL DOCUMENT
II. DOSSIER AND PROCEDURE
III. CRITERIA AND CONDITIONS FOR RECOGNITION
IV. VERIFICATION OF QUALIFICATIONS

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I. LEGAL DOCUMENTS
 Article 109 of Education Law No. 43/2019/QH14 dated June 14, 2019
 Circular No. 13/2021 dated April 15, 2021 of the Minister of Ministry of
Education and Training stipulating the conditions, order andcompetence to recognize diplomas issued by foreign educational
institutions for use in Vietnam

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II. DOSSIER AND PROCEDURE
2.1. DOSSIER One (01) copy of the diploma, enclosed with its Vietnamese translation authenticated by a competent agency
 One (01) copy of the academic transcript given by the foreign educational institution, enclosed with its Vietnamesetranslation authenticated by a competent agency; entry diploma.
 Proof of studying abroad time (if any)
2.2. WORKING DURATION 20 working days
 No longer than 45 working days if the case needs information verifying

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2.3. RECOGNITION RESULT The recognition result is recorded on the recognition paper Official dispatch if a diploma is not eligible for recognition or beyond the 45-day time limit, there are not enough proof toverify information about the diploma
 If it is impossible to determine the equivalent level in the Vietnam National Qualifications Framework, the Education
Quality Management Agency shall provide information and recognize the value of the diploma according to theeducational system of the home country.

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2.4. Main contents in the appendix of recognition certificate(1) Diploma/certificate of: (institution name)(2) Number: (Degree number); granted date...month...year... for:(3) Mr/Mrs/Ms: (Degree holder’s name)(4) Degree:(5) Specialization:(6) Time of training/credits:(7) Form of training:(8) Comment:(9) Hanoi, date ... month ... year...
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III. CRITERIA AND CONDITIONS FORDIPLOMA RECOGNITION
 Study or research duration is consistent with the Vietnam National Qualification Framework and The program is accredited by accreditation agency of the home country, correspondence to mode of delivery or; The education institution is recognized/accredited by the national education authorities or accreditation agency of thehome country Diplomas granted by a foreign education institution operating (teaching provided) in different countries fromheadquarter (including Vietnam) shall be recognized when such education institution is approved by the competent
educational authorities of the home and host country.

22III. CRITERIA AND CONDITIONS FORDIPLOMA RECOGNITION Diplomas whose mode of delivery is online or blended mode shall be recognized when the program is accredited byaccreditation agency of the home country and The training program authorized by the MOET to provide in Vietnam when students reside and study in Vietnam or; The training program is authorized by the competent education authority of the country where the training is organizedwhen student reside and study in that country.
 The recognition of foreign diplomas due to force majeures shall be comply with decision of the Minister of MOET.

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IV. VERIFICATION OF QUALIFICATIONS
The degree verification system website: http://truyxuatvanbang.naric.edu.vn/

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IV. VERIFICATION OF QUALIFICATIONS
Up until now, higher education institutions in 64
provinces of Vietnam and the higher education institutions
are updating the data of diplomas and certificates in threeacademic years 2017-2018, 2018-2019 and 2019-2020,
with a total of about millions of degrees.

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THANK YOU

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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING
VIETNAM EDUCATION QUALITY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
VIETNAM NATIONAL ACADEMIC RECOGNITION INFORMATION CENTREQUALITY ASSURANCE OFHIGHER EDUCATION IN VIETNAM
Speaker: Mrs. TRAN Thi Ngoc Bich
Director of VN-NARIC

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CONTENT

I. QUALITY ASSURANCE IN VIETNAM
II. HIGHER EDUCATION ACCREDITATION IN VIETNAM
III. RECENT AND FUTURE MOVEMENT

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I. QUALITY ASSURANCE IN VIETNAM
Approval system for establishment of HEI- The Prime Minister holds the authority to establish public
universities and private universities. The Ministry of
Education and Training (MOET) allows the operation ofthese schools.
- Decree No. 46/2017/ND-CP dated April 21st, 2017 of theVietnam Government prescribes regulatory requirements
for establishing and abolishing a higher education
institution.

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I. QUALITY ASSURANCE IN VIETNAM
List of approved Vietnamese HEIs
- VN-NARIC website: http://en.naric.edu.vn/- MOET website:
https://en.moet.gov.vn/recognised-higher-education-institutions/Pages/Universities.aspx
 The website consists of lists of recognized HEIs/accredited programs and institutions/ authorized joint
training programs in Vietnam.

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IN VIETNAM- Recognized HEIs are allowed to provide training programmes and issue degrees in Vietnam.
- Education accreditation is a new concept in Vietnam. It is regulated in Vietnam Education Law. HEIs
in Vietnam are required to perform this activity, however HEIs are allowed to choose the time toundergo this procedure.
- 2015 was when the first HEIs in Vietnam were accredited.

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IN VIETNAM- MOET is currently updating the list of accredited/recognized HEIs and programs on their website:
https://moet.gov.vn/giaoducquocdan/khao-thi-va-kiem-dinh-chat-luong-giaoduc/Pages/Default.aspx
 As of October, 2021, 164 HEIs (e.g. university, academy) and 10 pedagogical colleges havebeen accredited.
 As of October 2021, 497 programs have been accredited. In which there are 279 programs
have been accredited in accordance with domestic standards and 218 programs have been
accredited in accordance with international standards.

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II. HIGHER EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
IN VIETNAM
There are 07 authorized domestic centers for education institutions accreditation in Vietnam.
No.
Abbreviation
1 VNU-CEA

Organization NameVNU HN- Centre for Education Accreditation

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VNU-HCM CEA

VNU HCM- Centre for Education Accreditation

3

CEA-UD

Centre for Education Accreditation– The University of Danang

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CEA-AVU&C

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VU-CEA

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CEA-SG

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CEA - THANGLONG

Websitehttps://cea.vnu.edu.vn/
http://cea.vnuhcm.edu.vn/trangchu.html
http://cea.udn.vn/En/

Centre for Education Accreditation – Association of Vietnam
http://cea-avuc.edu.vn/en/
Universities and CollegesCentre for Education Accreditation – Vinh University
http://kdclgd.vinhuni.edu.vn/
Centre for Education Accreditation SaiGon under Ho Chi Minhhttps://cea-saigon.edu.vn/
City Education Service Investment Joint Stock Company
Centre for Education Accreditation ThangLong under Hanoi http://www.ceathanglong.edu.vn/q
Education Service Investment Joint Stock Company
uy-che-hoat-dong

List of 07 domestic Centers for Education Accreditation
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II. HIGHER EDUCATION ACCREDITATION IN VIETNAM
There are 09 international centers performing accreditation activities in Vietnam.
No.

Abbreviation

Organization Name

Website1

AUN-QAASEAN University Network - Quality Assurance

http://aun-qa.org/

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CTI

Commission des Titres d'Ingénieur, France

https://www.cti-commission.fr/

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ABET

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, USA

https://www.abet.org/

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ACBSP

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, USA

https://acbsp.org/

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FIBAA

Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation

https://www.enfibaa.org/nc/en/welcome-page/

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AMBA

Association of MBAs

https://www.associationofmbas.com/

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IACBE

International Accreditation Council for Business Education

https://iacbe.org/

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ENAEE

European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education

https://www.enaee.eu/

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HCERESThe High Council for the Evaluation of Research and Higher
Education, France

https://www.hceres.fr/en

List of 09 international Centers for Education Accreditation
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IN VIETNAM
There are 03 international centers that have been recognized to perform accreditation activities in Vietnam.

No.

Abbreviation

Organization Name

Website1

FIBAA

Foundation for International Business Administration
Accreditation

https://www.enfibaa.org/nc/en/welcome-page/

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AQAS

Agency for Quality Assurance through Accreditation of
Study Programs

https://www.aqas.eu/

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ASIIN

Accreditation Agency for Study Programmes in Engineering,https://www.asiin.de/en/
Informatics, Natural Sciences and Mathematics

List of 03 international Centers for Education Accreditation

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III. RECENT AND FUTURE MOVEMENT
Global education is strongly affected by COVID-19. Vietnam is not an exception.

EFFECTS- Some modules have to switch from face-to-face toonline learning.
- Students from primary level to higher educationlevel mostly study online.

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III. RECENT AND FUTURE MOVEMENT
FUTURE MOVEMENT- Relevant departments of MOET identify and propose method forteaching and assessment to online learning programs affected by
COVID-19 pandemic.
- MOET drafts a project named "Increasing information technology
application and digital transformation in education and training in the
period of 2021-2025“.
- For degree recognition: Already have policy to recognize partly online
and 100% online degrees which are influenced by COVID-19.

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THANK YOU

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