LHU - Vietnam's first institution to participate in AUN-QA Quality Assessment at Institutional Level Version 3.0

LHU is proud to be the first university in Vietnam to participate in the AUN-QA assessment at institutional level version 3.0. The set of AUN-QA standards 3.0. consists of 15 standards and 60 criteria, focusing on three main areas: strategic quality assurance, systematic quality assurance, and functional quality assurance.

To date, the Southeast Asia region has have 8 educational institutions meeting AUN-QA standards, including 3 Vietnamese universities: VNU Hanoi University of Science recognised with AUN-QA standards in January, 2017; International University (VNUHCM) meeting AUN-QA standards in November, 2018; and University of Technology (VNUHCM) accredited by AUN-QA in September, 2017.

In July 2023, the AUN-QA launched version 3.0 with many important changes, reducing from 25 standards to 15 and from 111 criteria to 60, with additional focuses on higher education institutions' activities towards sustainable development goals. Accordingly, LHU is the first university in Vietnam to conduct the institutional-level AUN-QA assessment according to this set of standards. This is the 9th assessment of AUN-QA 3.0. The 8th assessment took place at the University of Santo Tomas (Philippines).

LHU aims for sustainable development besides quality assurance

Implementing the 3.0 AUN-QA institutional assessment not only ensures LHU's educational quality but also promotes activities towards sustainable development. The University can integrate sustainable development contents into the curriculum and organize awareness-raising workshops. Effective resource management such as energy saving, waste management and economic uses of water are important measures. Building green infrastructure and spaces on campuses are also encouraged. In addition, the University needs to encourage research and innovation on sustainable development, participate in community programs and promote collaborations with businesses. Training and developing lecturers, managers and students' skills on sustainable development is a key factor. Finally, the University should develop and implement sustainable policies, effective monitoring and evaluation to ensure the continuous development.

AUN-QA 3.0 - A comprehensive perspective

Participating in the 3.0 AUN-QA institutional assessment also brings many significant benefits to learners and businesses.

For learners, they will study in a high-quality educational environment, where the curriculum is updated and consistent with labor market needs. This helps them comprehensively develop both knowledge and practical skills, increasing their job opportunities after graduation. They also receive maximum support for their learning and personal development through effective student support and consulting services.

For businesses, cooperating with educational institutions accredited by AUN-QA helps them access high-quality human resources, trained according to international standards. This helps reduce retraining costs and increase labor productivity. Additionally, they have the opportunity to participate in the training process, thereby ensuring the curriculum in line with practical requirements, improving students' readiness when entering the labor market. This collaboration also opens up many research and development opportunities, promoting creativity and innovation in related fields.

Thus, participating in AUN-QA assessment at institutional level version 3.0 not only improves LHU's quality of education but also brings great benefits to learners and businesses, contributing to the sustainable education development.