Vietnamese-German University (VGU)

The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is a Vietnamese state university. Founded in 2008, VGU is based on a close cooperation between the Federal Republic of Germany and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, with the goal to become the leading research university in Vietnam and the region.

VGU´s strategy is to implement excellent German study programs in the fields of engineering, natural science, economics and customize them to the needs of Vietnamese higher education. Being a joint effort of Vietnamese and German institutions, VGU follows the successful German model and standards concerning the academic and administrative structure.

The Vietnamese - German University is both, a research and a service university. Besides its curricula and teaching staff, which ensures the highest quality in research and education, the VGU Administration, including the Presidential Board, the Student Service Center, the Facility and Building Management, Human Resources, Finance and Accounting as well as the Marketing and Student Recruitment Department sustain smooth operations at VGU and therewith create an ideal learning, teaching and working environment.

A New Campus for VGU

The new campus of the Vietnamese - German University is planned to be Vietnam's most modern campus in terms of design, but also in terms of its facilities that will create an ideal learning and working environment for students, lecturers and staff alike. Covering a total area of 50 hectares, the new campus will be located 40km from Ho Chi Minh City, in the New Urban area of My Phuoc, Thoi Hoa Commune, Ben Cat District in Binh Duong Province.

The construction of the new campus makes a significant contribution to the VGU's main objective to strengthen its role in education and research in Vietnam and worldwide.

Our Vision

Vietnamese-German University (VGU) aims to become a leading research university in Asia and the first choice for students and academics in the fields of smart engineering, information technology, business and economics in Vietnam by 2030. In close collaboration with universities worldwide, VGU will contribute to the advancement of science and technology. Being responsible leaders and experts, our graduates will shape the global society sustainably. 

Our Values

Diversity: As part of the global academic community, we respect diversity and strive for inclusion in order to foster exchange of experience and opinions as well as encourage international cooperation.

Sustainability: We care for our fellow students, colleagues, and their families. We are committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and act accordingly.

Honesty and transparency: We pursue individual and shared goals honestly and assure transparency regarding intentions, strategies and outcomes of our work. 

What we offer

VGU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion and other legally protected status. 

We offer unlimited career potential, support lifelong learning by means of personnel development and training.

We offer excellent compensation and benefit package that includes medical care, allowances, annual leave, sick leave with pay, daily free shuttle bus and much more!