HCMUS working visit to Osaka Metropolitan University (OMU) on 18 June 2026.

With the aim of expanding opportunities for learning, research, and academic exchange for lecturers, students, and postgraduate researchers, from 18 to 20 June 2026, a delegation from VNUHCM–University of Science (HCMUS) undertook a working visit to two academic partners in Japan: Osaka Metropolitan University (OMU) and Toyota Technological Institute (TTI).

The delegation comprised representatives from academic affairs, postgraduate education, science and technology, external relations offices, and academic faculties of HCMUS.

Expanding international learning opportunities with Osaka Metropolitan University

On 18 June, the delegation held a working session with leaders and representatives from functional units of Osaka Metropolitan University, one of Japan’s major public universities.

During the session, both sides introduced development strategies, strengths in education and research, and discussed opportunities for collaboration in student exchange, short-term academic programmes, and academic engagement between lecturers and students from both universities.

Representatives from OMU shared information on scholarship opportunities, international exchange programmes, and courses designed for international students. In the coming period, both sides will continue coordination to strengthen academic connections and provide students of HCMUS with further opportunities for international learning and academic experience.

In addition to the working programme, the delegation visited facilities, classrooms, and research spaces at OMU to gain insight into the educational model and academic environment of the university.

Continuing more than 15 years of collaboration with Toyota Technological Institute

On 19 June, the delegation continued the working programme with Toyota Technological Institute, a partner that has collaborated with HCMUS in training, education, and research initiatives since 2010.

During the session, both sides reviewed achievements from more than 15 years of collaboration and discussed future development directions, particularly double degree programmes and short-term exchange opportunities for students.

As part of the visit, the delegation toured several advanced laboratories at TTI, including the Polymer Chemistry Laboratory, Organic Catalytic Chemistry Laboratory, Mechanical Materials Engineering Laboratory, Laser Science Laboratory, and cleanroom facilities supporting high-technology research.

Academic exchanges at the laboratories enabled lecturers and researchers from both universities to connect, share research directions, and explore potential collaboration in key areas of science and technology.

The delegation also met Nguyễn Thị Như Quỳnh, a doctoral researcher from HCMUS currently participating in a research exchange programme at TTI. The meeting provided HCMUS with insights into academic and research progress in an international environment, while demonstrating the practical impact of collaborative training programmes between both universities in developing high-quality human resources.

Expanding international collaboration networks

The working visit to Japan reaffirmed HCMUS commitment to expanding international partnerships and enhancing the quality of education and scientific research in line with international standards.

Through strengthened collaboration with prestigious Japanese universities, HCMUS aims to create further opportunities for lecturers, students, and postgraduate researchers to participate in exchange programmes, joint research, and international education initiatives, contributing to an academic environment characterised by global engagement, innovation, and sustainable development.