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EXCELLENCE IN BRITISH EDUCATION

Uncover our identity, mission, and the trusted educational quality that shapes every degree program at BUV.

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OUR IDENTITY

ABOUT BUV

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the first and only international university in Vietnam authorized to award degrees directly from renowned UK universities. BUV takes pride in providing a high-quality, accredited British education system along with a world-class learning experience for students in Vietnam.

OUR MISSION & VALUES

BUV's mission is to develop highly employable graduates who are first and foremost good human beings, with ethics of kindness and caring.
BUV expects all its staff, students and stakeholders to be courteous and to care about the wellbeing of people, to respect their environment, and to develop a socially and culturally inclusive community.

Cross-disciplinary in skills and language
Innovative, imaginative and respectfully confident
Committed to continuous learning and development

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GRADUATE PROFILE

Graduate attributes

Graduates demonstrate professional integrity, while at the same time valuing diversity, emotional intelligence and respect for the values and perspectives of others.

Graduates are self-confident, yet mindful of professional, social and cross-cultural norms that shape behavioural expectations in the workplace.

Graduates are able to identify and build teams in the workplace with people who are cross-disciplinary in language, skills and background.

Graduates are adept ideators, employing a positive disposition and resilience to the collective creation of innovative ideas and solutions.

Graduates demonstrate careful consideration of the social, cultural and environmental issues that are impacting Vietnam and the world.

Graduates employ reflective thinking and learning how to relearn for continuous personal and professional growth.

Graduates demonstrate the ability to apply current knowledge, skills and experience to future career choices and opportunities.

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ACADEMIC STRUCTURE

ACADEMIC SCHOOLS

Five schools covering business, computing, communications and creative industries, postgraduate study, pathways and English.

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PRESS & MEDIA

MEDIA ENQUIRIES

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EXCELLENCE IN BRITISH EDUCATION

ABOUT BUV

OUR MISSION & VALUES

Graduate attributes

ACADEMIC SCHOOLS

MEDIA ENQUIRIES

BUV Open Day 2026: A chance to receive an International Study Tour worth up to USD 1,600

BUV and VTC join forces to develop talent and game production in Vietnam

Creating Happiness Through Quality: How a University in Vietnam Can Reach International Standards

National Survey on Generative AI in Vietnamese Higher Education

BUV Launches New Programme for Full-stack Game Developers of The Future

Games Nexus 2026: Turning Passion into Products to Elevate Vietnam’s Game Industry

BUV and Hue University Partner to Expand International Learning Pathways for Students in Central Vietnam

The Common Formula Behind a New Generation of International University Scholarship Champions

Inspirational Speech by Former BUV Scholarship Champion: ‘A Scholarship Is a Starting Point, Not a Limit’

Sentia School Integrates with Taylor’s Education Group to Strengthen Academic Excellence and Expand Global Pathways

Inside the Elite 1%: The Business School Credential Multinational Giants Quietly Prioritise

From Spreadsheets to Sketchbooks: A Finance Graduate Winning a Fashion Master’s Scholarship at One of the UK’s Leading Art Schools

BUV Hosts Masterclass With Vietnamese International Award-Winning Filmmaker

BUV Technology Student’s Graduation Project Pushes the Boundaries of Predicting Quantum Computing Performance Degradation

Authenticity in Tourism: Balancing Heritage and Experience in Vietnam

BUV Joins High-Level Forum at Tsinghua University, Contributing to the Advancement of Vietnam-China Education Cooperation

Pan Pacific Hanoi General Manager Shares Industry Insights and Internship Opportunities with BUV Students

BUV Students Explore Creative Careers and Production at Mattel Vietnam

BUV Ranks Among the World’s Top 200 Universities for Art and Design

International Experience Programme 2026: Stay Local – Go Global

BUV Becomes The First and Only British Council IELTS Test Venue in Southeast Hanoi

What Defines the New Generation of Leaders?

Spreading the Spirit of Sharing Through Library of Love

BUV Students Earn International Wine Certification

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OUR MISSION & VALUES

Graduate attributes

ACADEMIC SCHOOLS

MEDIA ENQUIRIES

BUV Open Day 2026: A chance to receive an International Study Tour worth up to USD 1,600

BUV and VTC join forces to develop talent and game production in Vietnam

Creating Happiness Through Quality: How a University in Vietnam Can Reach International Standards

National Survey on Generative AI in Vietnamese Higher Education

BUV Launches New Programme for Full-stack Game Developers of The Future

Games Nexus 2026: Turning Passion into Products to Elevate Vietnam’s Game Industry

BUV and Hue University Partner to Expand International Learning Pathways for Students in Central Vietnam

The Common Formula Behind a New Generation of International University Scholarship Champions

Inspirational Speech by Former BUV Scholarship Champion: ‘A Scholarship Is a Starting Point, Not a Limit’

Sentia School Integrates with Taylor’s Education Group to Strengthen Academic Excellence and Expand Global Pathways

Inside the Elite 1%: The Business School Credential Multinational Giants Quietly Prioritise

From Spreadsheets to Sketchbooks: A Finance Graduate Winning a Fashion Master’s Scholarship at One of the UK’s Leading Art Schools

BUV Hosts Masterclass With Vietnamese International Award-Winning Filmmaker

BUV Technology Student’s Graduation Project Pushes the Boundaries of Predicting Quantum Computing Performance Degradation

Authenticity in Tourism: Balancing Heritage and Experience in Vietnam

BUV Joins High-Level Forum at Tsinghua University, Contributing to the Advancement of Vietnam-China Education Cooperation

Pan Pacific Hanoi General Manager Shares Industry Insights and Internship Opportunities with BUV Students

BUV Students Explore Creative Careers and Production at Mattel Vietnam

BUV Ranks Among the World’s Top 200 Universities for Art and Design

International Experience Programme 2026: Stay Local – Go Global

BUV Becomes The First and Only British Council IELTS Test Venue in Southeast Hanoi

What Defines the New Generation of Leaders?

Spreading the Spirit of Sharing Through Library of Love

BUV Students Earn International Wine Certification