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About VinCore

Name of the program:	VinCore
Program Description:	An integral and compulsory component of a VinUni education Common to all undergraduate programs For some components, students may fulfil the requirements in different ways by choice of selective courses. All components are to be completed before graduation. Program Brochure: VinCore
Total credits/hours:	Credit-bearing courses: 35 Non-credit bearing courses: 135 contact hours National Defense Education (165 contact hours) as the requirement of the government and MOET (Ministry of Education and Training) (applicable to Vietnamese students only).

The VinCore Program is an interdisciplinary and transformative educational experience that combines personal character development, career skills preparation, and civic knowledge to foster a new generation of empathetic, visionary, and globally minded leaders. This approach ensures VinUni graduates are not only well prepared for their careers but also capable of making significant, positive impacts on their communities and the world at large.

Program Learning Objectives (PLO)

The Three Cs – The Pillars of VinCore:

PLO1 – Character

Develop personal core character traits and values that help VinUnians differentiate themselves and achieve success in work and life. This foundation helps them become resilient, empathetic leaders and visionary change-makers.

PLO2 – Career

Develop transferable skills that ensure high employability and readiness for various career paths, including research, science, startups, and corporate roles.

PLO3 – Connections

Develop a diverse base of knowledge to broaden students’ horizons, foster curiosity, encourage active engagement in lifelong learning, and promote integration beyond boundaries.

Block Learning Outcomes

Pillar	Block
PLO1 – Character	1.1. Enterprise and Innovation 1.2. Leadership Mindset 1.3. Civic Responsibility 1.4. Ethics 1.5 Community Service Learning
PLO2 – Career	2.1. Working with the Brain 2.2. Working with Technology 2.3. Working with Others 2.4. Working with the Self 2.5. Internship
PLO3 – Connections	3.1. Integrated Vietnam Studies 3.2. Sustainability and Global Citizenship 3.3. Creative Arts 3.4. Global Experience