Thuyloi University signs a Cooperation Agreement on the Pre-school Program with Chosun University and strengthens business connections

On the afternoon of 9 October 2026, at Room 225/A2, Thuyloi University held a working session and signed a cooperation agreement with a delegation from Chosun University (South Korea), led by its President, Prof. Kim Chun-sung. The event opened up new opportunities for cooperation in Korean language training, study-abroad programmes and international human resource development for Thuyloi University students, while strengthening connections between the University and Korean businesses.

Overview of the meeting

Thuyloi University delegation included Prof. Dr. Nguyen Trung Viet, Party Committee Secretary and President; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Canh Thai, Vice President; and representatives from the Department of Science, Technology and International Cooperation, the Department of Academic Affairs, the Institute for Applied Research of Technology and Enterprise Partnership, the School of International Education, and the Faculties of Economics and Management, Chemistry and Environment, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

The Chosun University delegation comprised Prof. Kim Chun-sung, President; Prof. Kim Do-kyung, Dean of the Graduate School; Prof. Cho Seung-hwan, Director of the External Affairs Office; Prof. Kim Hyun-woo, Head of Department of Global Studies; Prof. Cho Seong-jin, Manager of Office of the secretary; Prof. Jang Hyeon-jin from the Global Studies; and Mr. Kim Sang-won, CEO of KCL Company.

In his welcoming remarks, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Trung Viet, Party Committee Secretary and President of Thuyloi University, expressed his pleasure at welcoming the Chosun University delegation and extended his congratulations on the successful celebration of the University’s 80th anniversary. He highlighted two key priorities for future cooperation: the effective implementation of the Pre-school Programme and the promotion of the establishment of a King Sejong Institute at Thuyloi University’s Hoa Lac Campus.

According to Prof. Dr. Nguyen Trung Viet, the western area of Hanoi, particularly Hoa Lac, is undergoing significant infrastructure development and gradually establishing an ecosystem for education, science and technology. Establishing a language training centre in this area would create more favourable conditions for students to access an international learning environment while expanding their opportunities for further study, employment and career development.

Prof. Kim Chun-sung, President of Chosun University, expressed his pleasure at visiting Thuyloi University again and affirmed that Thuyloi University has always been regarded as one of Chosun University’s priority partners in its international cooperation strategy.

Prof. Kim Chun-sung, President of Chosun University

Introducing Chosun University’s development orientation for the coming period, Prof. Kim Chun-sung noted that the Gwangju–Jeonnam region, where the University is located, is attracting substantial investment from major corporations, particularly in the semiconductor industry. In response to significant changes in the labour market and the growing demand for highly qualified human resources, Chosun University is restructuring its academic programmes and implementing the Asian Global Campus project, with the aim of developing graduates capable of working in international environments. He expressed his hope that Thuyloi University would continue to work closely with Chosun University in training and developing high-quality human resources, thereby strengthening educational and workforce connections between Vietnam and South Korea.

During the discussion session, Prof. Cho Seung-hwan, Director of the External Affairs Office at Chosun University, provided a detailed introduction to the Pre-school Programme, an online Korean language training model designed for students planning to pursue their studies in South Korea.

The programme aims to equip students with fundamental knowledge of the Korean language and culture before their departure, helping them adapt more effectively to the academic and living environment in South Korea. In particular, it aligns with the growing emphasis on foreign language education and the expansion of access to Korean language learning opportunities for Vietnamese students. Chosun University has selected Thuyloi University as its pioneering partner in northern Vietnam for the programme.

Under the agreement, Chosun University will cover all costs associated with operating the online learning system and provide 100 free learning accounts to Thuyloi University students during the pilot phase, which will run until the end of 2027.

On the Thuyloi University side, the University’s leadership assigned the Department of Academic Affairs and the School of International Education to study appropriate mechanisms for recognising students’ learning outcomes and credits earned through the programme. This initiative is expected to provide students with additional options for meeting foreign language proficiency requirements and preparing for their studies in South Korea.

Representatives of the two universities sign the cooperation agreement on training and business connectivity.

Following the discussions and mutual agreement on key areas of cooperation, the parties proceeded with the signing ceremonies, marking a new milestone in the partnership between Thuyloi University, Chosun University and their Korean partners.

Specifically, Thuyloi University and Chosun University signed a Cooperation Agreement on the implementation of the Pre-school Programme. The agreement was signed by Prof. Nguyen Trung Viet, President of Thuyloi University, and Prof. Kim Chun-sung, President of Chosun University.

On this occasion, Chosun University presented Thuyloi University with a certificate recognising it as an official partner institution of the Pre-school Programme in Vietnam.

Chosun University presents Thuyloi University with a certificate recognising it as an official partner institution of the Pre-school Programme.

At the event, the Institute for Applied Research of Technology and Enterprise Partnership of Thuyloi University also signed a Cooperation Agreement with Genesis BBQ Group (South Korea). Under the agreement, Genesis BBQ Group will give priority to recruiting graduates of Thuyloi University and collaborate on training initiatives, franchise support and start-up development. The Group also committed to providing scholarship funding for the University’s students. The partnership with Genesis BBQ will further strengthen the links between the University, businesses and students, creating additional opportunities for students to gain exposure to international business environments, enhance their professional competencies and better meet the requirements of both domestic and international labour markets.

Representatives of the Institute for Applied Research of Technology and Enterprise Partnership of Thuyloi University sign a Cooperation Agreement with Genesis BBQ Group.

he working session and signing ceremonies involving Thuyloi University, Chosun University and Genesis BBQ Group took place in an open, constructive and productive atmosphere. The agreements not only establish a foundation for implementing the Pre-school Programme and expanding students’ opportunities to learn Korean and pursue higher education in South Korea, but also promote training cooperation aligned with business needs, employment opportunities and entrepreneurship. These initiatives represent concrete steps in Thuyloi University’s strategy to expand international cooperation, strengthen business partnerships and enhance learning and employment opportunities for students. They also contribute to building a modern, internationally integrated higher education environment and developing high-quality human resources to meet the demands of the new development era.