In March, 2024, lecturers and students majoring in Nursing from University of Newcastle (UON, Australia) shared valuable academic exchanges and created lasting memories with Van Lang University students, visiting the campus and exploring knowledge from the fields of medicine and nursing. Continuing this international exchange, on the morning of October 9, 2024, a delegation of medical lecturers and students from UON visited and engaged with students from the Faculties of Health Science at Van Lang University.

Guided by Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Lan, Deputy Director of the International Student Support Center, Head of Global Engagement of the International Education Institute at Van Lang University, along with Ms. Melissa Shields, a nuclear medicine scientist, and Mr. John Tessier, a CT radiographer, the UON delegation explored the university’s modern facilities, particularly the practice area of the Faculty of Dentistry.

There, Dr. Nguyen Thi Huyen Trang introduced the university’s dentistry program. University of Newcastle students had the opportunity to experience firsthand the advanced equipment and professional practice rooms, affirming the quality of Health Sciences at Van Lang University.

Furthermore, the University of Newcastle delegation attended a detailed presentation on the medical program by Dr. Thanh Minh Khanh, a lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine at Van Lang University. The medicine program at Van Lang University is the blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, with a network of reputable affiliated hospitals where fifth and sixth-year medical students will undertake clinical practice.

A Cultural Exchange: Fostering Connections Between Students

Finally, engaging cultural exchange activities connected Van Lang University and University of Newcastle students, providing an opportunity for both sides to learn more about each other’s culture, foster mutual understanding, and strengthen the partnership. The confident English skills and warm hospitality of Van Lang students made a lasting impression on their international friends.

By participating in international visits and exchange programs, Van Lang University students have opportunities to expand their knowledge, furthermore, they develop their communication skills and gain valuable international experience, making them more competitive in the global job market.