Summary

EAP Vietnam offers you a combination of EAP-designed courses in Vietnamese studies, Southeast Asian studies, and Vietnamese language, and Hanoi University courses in business, economics, finance, management, political science, and international studies. Study trips, including week-long trips to central Vietnam and southern Vietnam, are integral features of the core program. All courses (except language courses) are taught in English by US and local faculty, or other expert scholars. Volunteer service opportunities in the local community add to the unique experiences available to you in Vietnam.

Students attend classes with other UC students and local students.

Duration

Go to Current Participants to see current or past calendars.

Fall semester: mid-August to late December

Academic Focus

Contemporary issues in Vietnamese society, politics, history, international relations, literature, business administration, economics, finance, and management.

Courses previously offered include:

• Vietnam Society in Transition (required core course)
• Modern Vietnamese History
• Modern Vietnamese Literature in Translation
• Organizational Behavior
• Principles of Marketing
• Macroeconomics
• Consumer Behavior
• Development Economics
• International Law
• Vietnamese (introductory, intermediate, and advanced)

Use the following resources to learn about EAP courses:

• Subject Area Chart to find general areas of study.
• MyEAP Course Catalog to search for courses previously taken by UC students.
  Additional courses may be available at host institutions or program locations and not all courses may still be offered. Since courses in new programs have not yet been taken for credit, they may not appear in the MyEAP Course Catalog.
• Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
  • Hanoi University

Language of Instruction

English

Language Study

Language study is required. Students with no prior language experience study beginning Vietnamese as a second language. Heritage learners study introductory, intermediate, or advanced Vietnamese.

Internships, Research, and Independent Study

Independent study and internships for academic credit may be possible in this program. Arrangements are generally made at the Study Center after arrival at the host institution. Predeparture preparation may be required.

Units

You are required to take a full-time course of study on EAP; 21 UC quarter units are required, which is normally four courses. The required core course is 6 units, language courses are normally 6 units, and electives are usually 4.5 units.

Housing

EAP students reside on campus in international or local student dormitories. Off-campus and private housing is not permitted.

On-site Support

EAP students are supported by UC’s network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. UC faculty and local staff abroad help students integrate into the culture of their host country and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.

See the EAP Student's Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).

Host Institutions

• Hanoi University

Hanoi University

Hanoi University was established in 1959 as a school for language interpreters and teachers to provide training for Vietnamese students planning to study abroad. In 1967, it was officially designated the Hanoi University of Foreign Studies. In 2002, it expanded to offer bachelor’s degree programs taught in English and other foreign languages in a number of disciplines, including business administration, tourism management, finance, international studies, and computer science. To reflect this new orientation as a multidisciplinary institution, the university changed its name to Hanoi University (HANU) in 2006.

In the coming years, HANU plans to deepen and broaden its offerings in the fields noted above, while preserving its traditional strengths in foreign language training; to this end, HANU has partnered with a number of foreign universities. Thanks to these international partners and its policy of encouraging internships and practical experience, HANU is one of the most successful in Vietnam in providing its students with the training and skills they need to participate in the nation’s fast-growing economy. Hanoi University will continue to play a leading role in promoting Vietnam’s policies of reform, development, and global integration.

Visit the Hanoi University website

Estimated Cost

The cost of study on EAP can be close to the cost of studying on campus and is typically far less than the cost of non-UC study abroad programs. You can also take your UC financial aid abroad! If you do not currently receive UC financial aid, you may qualify for aid while on EAP. Each year, EAP students receive $1.3 million in study abroad grants and scholarships.

The estimated total cost for options in this program are listed below. Future costs will vary due to currency fluctuation, etc. All estimated totals include:

• UC fees
• program-specific fees
• room and board
• mandatory insurance
• incidentals
• transportation
• books
• on-site orientation
• predeparture expenses
• intensive language program expenses where applicable

Application Requirements

Program-Specific Requirements

• Class level: junior, senior, graduate
• Graduate study: Graduate students with EAP-approved study plans can be accommodated in fields related to Vietnam or Southeast Asia.
• GPA: 2.85 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure. No exceptions. Graduate students must have a 3.0 GPA.
• Other: Demonstrated academic interest in Vietnam. Current passport that is valid throughout the duration of the program at time of application.

In addition to program-specific requirements, all applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student’s UC degree program
• Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and a new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
• Willingness to abide by program regulations
• Endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

These are minimum program requirements only and do not guarantee selection. The Campus EAP Office determines selection and final admission.

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office.

In addition to your campus deadlines, there are deadlines by which the Campus EAP Office must submit the completed applications and accompanying materials to the Universitywide Office of EAP (UOEAP). For participation in the Program, it is critical that both campus deadlines and UOEAP deadlines are met. If the application is incomplete and not accompanied by the required materials noted, it will be returned to the Campus EAP Office.

Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but are not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information:

• UC Berkeley
• UC Davis
• UC Irvine
• UC Los Angeles
• UC Merced
• UC Riverside
• UC San Diego
• UC Santa Barbara
• UC Santa Cruz