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Gender and Development

Program code

7310399

Education level

Undergraduate

Graduation certificate

Bachelor’s Degree

Program duration

3.5 years
Early graduation: 3 years
Maximum duration: 6 years

Subject combination

A00: Mathematics – Physics – Chemistry
A01: Mathematics – Physics – English
D01: Mathematics – Literature – English
C00: Literature – History – Geography

Overview

The program is designed to ensure that graduates of the Gender and Development major achieve the following objectives:

  • Understand and apply fundamental knowledge of Gender and Development.

  • Possess scientific thinking, the ability to identify and actively contribute to addressing issues of gender inequality in society; demonstrate skills in gender analysis and integration within specific fields; and have the capacity to conduct research on issues related to gender and women.

  • Exhibit professional demeanor and attitude, enthusiasm and responsibility in their work, uphold professional ethics; and maintain fairness and non-discriminatory behavior.

  • Maintain a clear political stance and moral integrity; consistently respect and adhere to the policies of the Party, laws and regulations of the State; and possess awareness of national and international legal frameworks related to gender equality and anti-discrimination against women. 

Admission Requirements

DIRECT ADMISSION

ADMISSION BASED ON NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL EXAM RESULTS

ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPT

Program Structure

– Total credits: 122 credits, excluding English courses (14 credits), physical education (3 credits) and national defense education (8 credits).

– The credits are distributed across the following knowledge categories:

  • General education: 35 credits, including 31 compulsory credits and 04 elective credits;
  • Basic core courses: 20 credits, including 16 compulsory credits and 04 elective credits;
  • Major core courses and concentration courses: 47 credits, including 42 compulsory credits and 06 elective credits; 
  • Supplementary courses: 04 elective credits;
  • Practice-based courses: 07 credits;
  • Graduation internship and graduation thesis: 11 credits.

– The proportion of practical credits to the total number of credits is 38.0%.

1. General education (35 credits) – excluding physical education (3 credits), national defense education (8 credits), and English (14 credits)

1.1 Political theory (11 credits)

1.2. Social sciences (11 credits)

1.3. English (17 credits)

1.4. Information technology – Natural sciences (6 credits), physical education, national defense education 

1.5. Elective courses (4 credits – select 2 out of 7 courses)

2. Professional educational courses (87 credits)

2.1 Basic core courses (20 credits)

  • Compulsory courses (16 credits)
  • Elective courses (4 credits – select 2 out of 5 courses)

2.2 Major core and concentration courses (47 credits)

2.2.1 Major core courses (9 credits)

2.2.2 Concentration courses (39 credits)

  • Compulsory courses (33 credits)
  • Elective courses (6 credits – select 2 out of 4 courses)

2.3. Supplementary courses (4 credits – select 2 out of 4 courses)

2.4. Practical courses (7 credits)

2.5. Graduation internship and graduation thesis (11 credits)

Tentative Teaching Plan

Foundation of Vietnamese Culture

3 credits

Development Theory

4 credits

Elective Course 1 (1.5)

4 credits

General Sociology

3 credits

General Law

3 credits

General Informatics

8 credits

Physical Education 1

1 credit

English 1

1 credit

National Defense Education

1 credit

Marxist-Leninist Philosophy

3 credits

Scientific Research Methods

2 credits

Introduction to Gender and Development

3 credits

Elective Course 2 (2.1)

2 credits

Gender Equality Law

2 credits

Development Project Design and Management

3 credits

Entrepreneurship

3 credits

Physical Education 2

1 credit

English 2 

3 credits

Marxist-Leninist Political Economy

2 credits

Women’s Studies

3 credits

General Psychology

2 credits

Community Development

3 credits

Gender Analysis

3 credits

Elective Course 3 (1.5)

2 credits

Elective Course 4 (2.1)

2 credits

English 3

2 credits

Physical Education 3

1 credit

Scientific Socialism

2 credits

Gender Advocacy Skills

3 credits

Women’s Work

3 credits

Sociological Survey

2 credits

Gender Mainstreaming

3 credits

Elective Course 5 (2.2.3)

3 credits

English 4

3 credits

History of the Communist Party of Vietnam

2 credits

Practice of Gender Advocacy Skills

2 credits

Gender Analysis and Gender Mainstreaming Practice

3 credits

Development Project Design and Management Practice

2 credits

Supplementary Course – Course 1 (2.3)

2 credits

Gender in Communication

3 credits

Elective Course 6 (2.2.3)

3 credits

English 5

2 credits

Ho Chi Minh Thought

2 credits

Gender in Economics and Management

3 credits

Gender in Public Policy

3 credits

Gender in Population and Family

3 credits

Gender Impact Assessment

3 credits

Supplementary Course – Course 2 (2.3)

2 credits

English for Gender and Development

3 credits

Gender in Science and Technology

3 credits

Gender in Environment

3 credits

Gender in Politics

3 credits

Graduation Internship

6 credits

Graduation Thesis or Alternative Courses…

6 credits

Prerequisite Courses

Compulsory Courses

Concentration Courses

Elective Courses

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Môn học bắt buộc

Môn học chuyên ngành

Output Standards

  • Upon graduation, students will be systematically equipped with general education knowledge, foundational knowledge, and core concepts of the Gender and Development discipline—such as gender analysis, gender mainstreaming, and gender-responsive planning. In particular, students will gain specialized knowledge related to economic, cultural, political, and social issues. Additionally, the program provides students with supporting knowledge and skills, and creates opportunities for them to apply the basic concepts they have learned through practical modules and a final internship.
 

Upon completion of the program, students will acquire the following skills:

  • Gender-sensitive thinking skills

  • Skills in identifying and analyzing gender-sensitive issues

  • Skills in advising and proposing policy solutions

  • Skills in gender analysis and gender mainstreaming

  • Skills in assessing policy impacts

  • Skills in designing and managing development projects

  • Skills in gender advocacy and communication

  • Skills in gender consulting and social counseling for programs and projects

  • Skills in monitoring and social critique

  • Skills in evaluating and summarizing practical experiences

  • Skills in teamwork and collaboration

  • Scientific research skills; independent and creative working skills

  1. Foster a strong belief in Marxism–Leninism, Ho Chi Minh Thought, and the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam; remain steadfast in the goal of national independence and socialism; develop political integrity and revolutionary moral qualities, and strive to become a responsible and exemplary citizen.
  2. Comply with legal regulations and professional standards; engage in lifelong learning and accumulate knowledge and experience to enhance professional expertise; demonstrate autonomy in drawing professional conclusions and articulating personal viewpoints.
  3. Work independently or collaboratively in dynamic environments; assume personal responsibility and contribute responsibly within team settings.
  4. Integrate professional leadership capabilities by guiding, supervising, and supporting others in carrying out assigned tasks; plan, coordinate, and manage resources effectively; evaluate and improve the performance of business operations.

Foreign Language Proficiency

  • Students are required to meet foreign language proficiency standards in English. They are expected to achieve Level 3 according to Vietnam’s 6-level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework. At this level, students can understand the main ideas of clear, standard texts or speeches on familiar topics related to work, school, leisure, etc.; handle most situations that may arise in areas where the language is used; write simple texts on familiar or personally relevant topics; describe experiences, events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions; briefly explain their opinions and plans; and read and comprehend documents and texts related to their field of study.
 

Information Technology

  • Demonstrate an overall understanding of computer systems, data organization, computing resources, and computer networks. Proficient in using various office software applications and capable of utilizing online resources and internet services in accordance with Circular No. 03/2014/TT-BGDĐT dated March 11, 2014, or equivalent certification issued by the Vietnam Women’s Academy to meet graduation requirements.

Career Opportunities

Graduates in Gender and Development can undertake a wide range of professional roles, including:

  • Officers or specialists working in the Vietnam Women’s Union at all levels, from central to local
  • Independent professionals in government agencies, departments, mass organizations, and socio-political institutions
  • Gender consultants or social counselors for development projects and programs
  • Policy planners and specialists working in governmental bodies at both central and local levels
  • Program officers, project staff, or coordinators in development projects and initiatives
  • Staff members in state agencies, governmental and non-governmental organizations, and community-based organizations
  • Lecturers, specialists in Gender and Development, or researchers at universities, academies, and research institutes