What makes the History program at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (USSH) so attractive?
Before deciding on a field of study, you need to know, and should know, what knowledge that field of study will equip you with!
- With the History program at USSH, you will learn about Vietnamese history, regional history, world history, history of civilization, the history of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the history of international relations, etc., in a systematic, scientific, and completely new way.
- On the other hand, you will be equipped with comprehensive knowledge of other branches of historical science: archaeology, ethnology, anthropology, urban studies, cultural studies, historiography, Sino-Vietnamese studies, political science, fine arts, regional studies, psychology, etc.
Even more interestingly, you can freely choose to study very modern and highly applicable subjects such as: Creative thinking and idea design; International integration and development; General journalism and communication; Policy science, etc.
Reference curriculum for History studies
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Where should you go to study History to satisfy your passion for exploring history while also having wide-ranging job opportunities?
When talking about the field of History, one must mention the Department of History, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi! Why is that?
- The History department at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities is one of the oldest departments in Vietnam (established in 1956).
- It is the birthplace of many generations of renowned historians, cultural figures, politicians, and scientists, both nationally and internationally.
- The only institution in the country dedicated to training and research in history that has established its own "Comprehensive School of History": conducting comprehensive research based on an extremely rich and reliable system of documents; employing an objective, empirical approach; and closely linking historical knowledge with real-life practice. Therefore, with a History major at USSH, you not only have the opportunity to conquer cutting-edge knowledge but also receive guidance, inspiration, and nurturing of your passion for scientific research and learn how to apply acquired knowledge to life.
- A humane learning environment, rich in tradition yet very dynamic and open, with advanced teaching methods, combining diverse learning formats, and abundant, modern digital resources.
- Providing multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and multi-field training, with many new academic disciplines to meet the needs of society.
- We encourage and support students to conduct research and publish their findings domestically and internationally starting from their first year.
- Opportunities to pursue dual degrees are available at many faculties within the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and other universities within the Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
- A wide variety of scholarships are available, funded by domestic and international corporations (Samsung, BIDV, Danko, SHB, Dao Minh Quang Foundation, SJ Tech (Korea)), government scholarships, or scholarships from universities with cooperation agreements with USSH from China, Japan, Korea, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Russia, the United States, Ireland, Australia, Singapore, Thailand, etc. From 2022, History students can also receive...
Talent Attraction ScholarshipUp to 50 million VND per year. In addition, the Department of History currently has two scholarship funds: the Le Van Huu Scholarship and the Dinh Xuan Lam Scholarship, awarded to students with outstanding academic achievements each year.
Supporting and facilitating the maintenance and development of basic sciences (including the social sciences and humanities) is a key task in the education sector's development strategy. Therefore, in the coming time, history students will certainly be the first to benefit from key investment projects.
- The History major has achieved accreditation according to standards.
AUNand the Ministry of Education and Training. Therefore, with just a GPA of "Good" or higher, History students will be directly admitted to the Master's program at USSH.
The K45 History class group taking a photo during the 45th anniversary celebration of the Faculty and the awarding of the Hero of Labor title (2000).
Students of the K54 History class taking a photo during their graduation ceremony and receiving their Bachelor's degrees (2013).
Students from the Faculty of History, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, on a study tour at the Lai Xa Photography Museum.
There are many exciting career opportunities for history graduates.
You're still wondering, what can you do after graduating with a Bachelor's degree in History?
According to statistics, over 90% of History students at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities find employment within one year of graduation. Furthermore, the demand for professionals with expertise in history across all sectors of society remains very high. Therefore, opportunities for History graduates are very broad.
- Working in administration and research at state research institutes and centers, foreign agencies in Vietnam, and socio-political organizations at the central and provincial/city levels with expertise related to history, culture, and society.
- Teaching history, culture, and international relations at educational institutions.
- Performing translation, editing, and proofreading of documents for institutes, archives, publishing houses, private translation companies, or independently translating documents for publication.
- Managing historical documents, museums, and historical sites at the central and local levels.
- Expert consultant on products and development strategies for domestic and international companies and corporations operating in the production and business of goods, products, and services related to the history and culture, country, and people of Vietnam.
- Editors, reporters, broadcasters, scriptwriters, and communications specialists at press agencies, media outlets, industry magazines, and state-owned and private companies involved in publishing and distributing books and comics...
- Tour guides, management staff at famous tourist areas, museums, domestic and international travel companies, etc.
- Content writers create and promote products across various multimedia channels.
- Knowledge of the culture, lifestyle, and daily habits of people in a particular region, country, or area will be a significant advantage for history students when applying for positions in communications, marketing, market development, human resources management, customer management, product development consulting, etc., at domestic companies, joint ventures, or companies with 100% foreign capital.
Associate Professor Dr. Vu Van Quan, Head of the History Department, once shared:History is not a field of study that immediately guarantees a high income. However, those who are passionate, persistent, overcome difficulties, and dedicate themselves to it will succeed at varying speeds, and will certainly be rewarded accordingly. Furthermore, even those who do not pursue a career in History after graduation will still possess a strong foundation of knowledge, critical thinking skills, and the ability to identify and solve problems in science and life, a significant advantage not found in other fields of study.".
You can refer to the entrance exam scores for the History and Cultural Studies majors offered at the Faculty of History, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, over the past two years to develop a good study strategy and confidently choose your major for your four years of university and subsequent studies.
| Name of the training program |
Industry code |
C00 |
D01 |
D04 |
D78 |
D83 |
Method 409 (International Certificate) |
| 2022 |
| History |
QHX08 |
27:00 |
24.00 |
22.00 |
24.00 |
21.00 |
31.00 |
| Cultural studies |
QHX27 |
27:00 |
24.40 |
22.00 |
24.50 |
22.00 |
31.00 |
| 2021 |
| History |
QHX08 |
25.25 |
21.50 |
18:00 |
20.00 |
18:00 |
|
| Cultural studies |
QHX27 |
24.00 |
20.00 |
18:00 |
18.50 |
18:00 |
|
