In Vietnam you can experience ancient traditions and culture side by side with modern and international impulses. The two cities Hoi An and Danang each offer unique experiences - and after the semester, you will have the opportunity to travel and see everything the country has to offer, from hectic Ho Chi Minh City in the south to beautiful Ha Long Bay in the north. Complicated, beautiful and diverse Vietnam is sure to leave a deep impression on you.
Each semester, we offer a select few local students the opportunity to take part in the course through our scholarship programme.
You must be a national of the country of study to be eligible.
The deadline to apply is 1 June for the autumn semester, and 1 November for the spring semester.
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Are you a Vietnamese national and wish to take part in the Development studies programme?
Each semester, we offer a select few local students the opportunity to take part in the course through our scholarship programme.
In the UNESCO town of Hoi An, we offer Development Studies 1. Known as the City of Lanterns, Hoi An is an unforgettable town with ancient buildings that reflect its past as a significant trading post. At the same time, Hoi An buzzes with life, offering a vibrant cultural experience.
Explore the town's many restaurants that feature cuisine from around the world, cycle to the nearby beach, or attend the captivating full moon festival. The Imperial City of Hue and the Cham Island are two of the many remarkable destinations located nearby, providing many opportunities for exploration and adventure.
In Da Nang, Vietnam's third-largest city, we are excited to offer a business administration study program for the first time in 2025. This "little metropolis" presents a less chaotic atmosphere than Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, but it is still just as exciting to explore.
Da Nang's unique blend of urban life, one of Vietnam's most beautiful beaches, and easy access to nature has earned it the reputation as one of the best cities to live in the entire country. Discover a rich selection of bars, restaurants, gyms, concert venues, cinemas, and shopping, all providing a vibrant and diverse lifestyle for students.
One of the distinctive aspects of Hoi An is its agriculture, with expansive rice fields located right on the outskirts of the city. Cycle around these fields to gain insight into the everyday life of many residents in Hoi An, observing where and how the vegetables and herbs you are served are harvested. Among the rice fields in An My, you will also discover a yoga studio and cafes where you can relax and enjoy the sea breeze.
Hoi An Ancient Town holds World Heritage status for good reason. Narrow streets are illuminated by an array of colorful lanterns, and tourist attractions and Western-oriented restaurants coexist alongside local businesses, historic wooden houses, and temples. There is nothing quite like a nighttime stroll through the old town, where you are guaranteed to be enchanted by the magical atmosphere along the Thu Bon River.
The coast is located approximately three kilometers from the student residences, and the pleasant bike ride from Hoi An offers a glimpse into local agriculture as you ride past vast rice fields. Hoi An boasts three lovely beaches, and usually purchasing a drink will grant you access to their sunbeds at no additional cost.
Located between Hoi An and Da Nang, Marble Mountains is considered by many to be a must-see when in the area. You can explore the beautiful caves, enjoy amazing ocean views, and you may even spot a few monkeys.
Take a scenic cable ca ride to reach this holiday paradise, originally established by French colonists seeking relief from the tropical heat by ascending to higher altitudes. In the cool surroundings 1500 meters above sea level, you will discover a huge amusement park. Ba Na Hills is conveniently located just a short trip from Hoi An and Danang, providing a refreshing escape if you find that you need a break from the heat.
Vietnamese cuisine offers a variety of exciting flavors. Try delicious dishes like phở, banh mi and cao lầu at one of the city's many affordable restaurants. If you are fortunate enough to be invited to someone's home for dinner, say yes and you will be treated to an unforgettable dining experience!
Read what former students say about their stay in Vietnam
THE ULTIMATE SHOPPING GUIDE FOR VIETNAM 🇻🇳 My biggest mistake was packing too much as the shopping in Vietnam was too good! 1. Tailoring in Hoi An; many of us were victims to this🥴 TOO GOOD. 2. Independent shops/designers in Danang - Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City; sooo many nice, niche shops 3. Thrifting is great in Vietnam as well! 4. Beauty stores in Vietnam has lots of Asian and K-Beauty 5. They also have popular stores like Uniqlo which isn’t available in Norway!
Come with us to Ba Na Hills! Ba Na Hills is a amusement park with beautiful sights and attractions😍 We totally recommend visiting during your studies and had so much fun here!
Some of us students were lucky enough to attend the celebration of Vietnam’s 50th Anniversary of Reunification!🇻🇳 Reunification Day is celebrated on April 30th and marks the fall of Saigon in 1975, the end of the war, and the reunification of North and South Vietnam❤️💛 🇻🇳
Week 7 Lectures Recap🫶 A week with double lectures! Monday: Growth - How, where and why + Lecture with VNUK lecturer Tuesday: Inequality + Poverty - What, where and why Wednesday: Making a living + Vulnerability and Precarity Thursday: Migration, mobility and development + Smallholder persistence Friday: Living with hazard and risk + Doing scholarship differently
Our favorite cafés for studying☕️ - @goodeats.hoian - @lagom_hoian - @thomssourdough - @nourisheatery - @riviacafehoian
Join us on a field trip to the Son Tra mountain to look at the endangered Red-shanked Douc monkey!⛰️🐒 We were lucky enough to be invited to a field trip by Hi VOOK through Kulturstudier this semester which was an amazing experience! Previous to the trip we had a seminar about ABCD Practices in Protecting Red-shanked Doucs in Son Tra, Da Nang by Le Thi Trang from Hi VOOK, giving us the background of the cute monkeys🙈
