International students

Study in Vietnam

Experience British education in the heart of Southeast Asia

BUV welcomes international visiting students at a reception in Hanoi, with staff and students gathered beneath a welcome banner.

Ho Chi Minh City skyline at dusk with Bitexco Tower, Times Square, and Saigon River waterfront lights

Fast-Growing Economy
8.02% GDP annual growth (*)
Source: General Statistics Office (GSO), 2025
A rising hub for business and innovation in Asia
Affordable education & Living
Tuition fees: $8,500 – $17,500 / year (before scholarship)
Living cost: $6,000 – $8,000 / year
International student-friendly
Open visa policies
Part-time work opportunities during studies
Thriving expat communities

WHAT SETS US APART

WHY CHOOSE BUV?

Internationally recognised degrees
Globally recognised UK-standard degrees with a university-wide QAA* accreditation, opening doors to worldwide career opportunities.
*Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education
English-speaking environment
Fully immersive English-speaking academic environment with 100% internationally qualified faculty.
QS 5-star quality
The first university in Vietnam awarded QS 5-Star overall rating for Acaademic Development, Facilities, Employability, and Good Governance.
Career-focused curriculum
A career-focused curriculum, with internships, industry projects and employer connections, designed to prepare you for a global career, starting in the dynamic heart of Asia.

BUV students in hijabs collaborate during an interactive classroom discussion at British University Vietnam.

BUV students play rugby under a covered sports field, wearing fluorescent training bibs.

5-Star campus facilities and 24/7 study spaces
QS 5-star facilities with 24/7 open self-study spaces
On-campus indoor gym, sports fields, and vibrant Food Court
An on-campus gym, sports courts and a wide range of dining options
30+ active student clubs, cultural events, and integration activities
Vibrant student clubs, cultural event series and diverse inclusion activities

STUDENT VOICES

Hear from our students

Young woman wearing glasses and a brown jacket against a geometric red and black backdrop

Studying at BUV gives me a degree I can use internationally, real internship experience, and a network that goes beyond one country. That’s why I feel confident that after graduation, I can live and work in Europe such as Spain, Germany, or somewhere else. For me, it’s really important to know that I’m not limiting my future.

Viktoria Fiedler

Germany

In China, students must take the Gaokao, which is extremely competitive and stressful. I wanted a different path, one that feels more flexible and open.
I chose Vietnam because it has a growing economy and rich culture, and it’s close to China. Studying at BUV gives me a real British education in a fully English-speaking environment, with a degree I can trust. It feels international while still close to home.

Pan Jia Hua (Moon)

China

At BUV, the friendly and engaging teachers, they don't just teach, they talk with students, make jokes and create a relaxed classroom atmosphere. Along with the international environment and making friends from different countries, going out together for lunch or dinner, this helped me feel more at home than I expected. If I had to give advice to students considering BUV, it’s a must.

Yashvasin

India

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