HSU Summer 2025 International Experience: A Unique Opportunity to Connect – Learn – Grow Holistically for HSU Students
Summer 2025 marks an exciting and inspiring new chapter of international experiences for students of Hoa Sen University (HSU) and young people across Vietnam.
This is a valuable opportunity for HSU students to immerse themselves in diverse cultures, broaden their global perspective, and strengthen essential skills for international integration—key elements in their journey to becoming global citizens.
In collaboration with international educational organizations, the Vietnam Youth Support Center is launching three unique exchange and summer camp programs in Japan, Thailand, and South Korea. These out-of-classroom experiences are designed to expose students to real-world international environments, enhance soft skills, foster intercultural communication, and build the confidence to thrive in a globalized world.
1. Youth Summer Camp in Japan
Time: August 4 – 11, 2025
Location: Gunma, Japan
Participants: Students (aged 12–30) who are able to communicate in either English or Japanese.
The summer camp program in Japan offers participants a unique opportunity to:
- Experience local life through homestays, living and cooking with Japanese host families.
- Take part in outdoor adventures such as hiking Mount Akagi, camping, and canoeing.
- Explore traditional Japanese culture through activities like Kendo (Japanese martial art), calligraphy, and culinary workshops.
- Engage in international exchange and develop creative thinking through workshops, team games, and cultural night events.
- Participate in community service and gain insights into local sustainable development models.
At the end of the program, participants will receive a certificate of completion issued by the organizing body in Japan.
2. Vietnam – Thailand Youth Exchange 2025
Time: June 4 – 10, 2025
Location: Bangkok and nearby provinces, Thailand
Participants: Young people (aged 18–25) with proficient English skills.
Highlight Activities:
- Meet with Thai government leaders and engage in youth exchange with local Thai peers.
- Learn basic Thai language and experience local culture firsthand.
- Visit iconic landmarks such as the Grand Palace and Siam Museum.
- Explore Thailand’s tech and media landscape at True Digital Park and Thai PBS Broadcasting Station.
- Enjoy a homestay experience with a Thai family to gain deeper insight into the local lifestyle.
Participants will receive a certificate issued by the Thai Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.
3. Korea Youth Exchange Program
Time: June 18 – 24, 2025
Location: Daejeon, Gongju and Seoul, South Korea
Participants: Youth (aged 14–20) with good communication skills in English or Korean.
Program Highlights:
- Engage in cultural exchange with Korean students and the Vietnamese student community in South Korea.
- Visit the Embassy of Vietnam in South Korea and learn about diplomatic activities.
- Explore cultural and technological experiences at various innovation centers.
- Tour famous landmarks and take part in daily life with local residents.
This program offers a valuable opportunity for students to enhance their international communication skills and gain firsthand exposure to Korean culture.
? Why Should HSUers Join ?
Develop soft skills: Enhance communication, teamwork, creative thinking, and language responsiveness.
Boost global integration: Deepen intercultural understanding and adaptability in international environments.
Enrich personal portfolios: International certificates and real-world experiences are strong advantages for both academic and career pursuits.
Promote the HSU student image: Represent Hoa Sen students as dynamic, confident, globally minded, and resilient individuals on the international stage.
Hoa Sen University encourages students to proactively seize international exchange opportunities to enrich their learning journey and broaden future career prospects.
For more information about exchange programs, international events, or to connect with us, please visit the Institute’s website or our Facebook Fanpage [Click Here]. Alternatively, you can contact the Institute of International Education directly at Room 804, Hoa Sen University’s main campus, 8 Nguyễn Văn Tráng Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, or via email at iie@hoasen.edu.vn.
