VietnameseUniversities Plummetin Times Higher Education's Asia University Rankings 2024

Four Vietnamese universities have experienced a significant drop in the Times Higher Education's Asia University Rankings 2024. Ton Duc Thang University and Duy Tan University both fell over 100 positions compared to their 2023 rankings. Vietnam National University, Hanoi, and Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, also saw declines, dropping to the 501-600 and 601+ categories, respectively.

Why this matters: The decline in rankings for Vietnamese universities raises concerns about the quality and competitiveness of higher education in the country, which can have long-term implications for its economic development and global influence. The decline in rankings for Vietnamese universities raises concerns about the quality and competitiveness of higher education in the country, which can have long-term implications for its economic development and global influence. It also highlights the need for institutions to reassess their strategies and invest in areas that align with international standards to remain competitive in the global education arena.

Ton Duc Thang University, which ranked 193rd, fell more than 100 places from its position last year. Duy Tan University dropped about 150 ranks, landing in the 251-300 range. Only two Vietnamese universities, Hanoi University of Science and Technology and Hue University, managed to maintain their positions from 2023, staying in the 501-600 and 601+ groups, respectively.

The universities were judged across all their core missions, including teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and international outlook, using 18 performance indicators. The recalibrated methodology used in this year's rankings may have contributed to the decline in positions for the Vietnamese institutions.

Despite the overall drop, Ton Duc Thang University and Duy Tan University have demonstrated strengths in international research and publications, which contributed to their previously higher rankings. These universities have implemented policies that motivate and promote scientific research, allocating a significant percentage of their revenue, ranging from 10 to 20 percent, to this activity. They have also established research cooperation contracts with scientists from within and outside Vietnam, leading to an increase in international publications.

The Times Higher Education's Asia University Rankings 2024 includes 739 universities from 31 territories. China dominates the top 10, with five universities featured in this elite group. Japan remains the most-represented nation, with 119 universities, followed by India with 91 institutions. The rankings have seen significant expansion, with a total of 98 universities joining since last year, led by India, Turkey, Iran, and Pakistan.

The decline in rankings for Vietnamese universities raises concerns about the quality and competitiveness of higher education in the country. It highlights the need for institutions to reassess their strategies and invest in areas that align with international standards. While some universities have shown promise in research and international collaboration, there is still significant room for improvement across all core missions.

The Times Higher Education's Asia University Rankings 2024 results highlight the challenges faced by Vietnamese universities in the increasingly competitive higher education environment in Asia. Despite the efforts of some institutions to promote research and international collaboration, the overall decline in rankings suggests that more needs to be done to improve the quality and global standing of Vietnamese universities. The country's reflection on these results makes it clear that a concerted effort from all parties involved will be necessary to drive academic excellence and help Vietnamese universities regain their positions in the rankings.

Key Takeaways

• Four Vietnamese universities dropped in Times Higher Education's Asia University Rankings 2024.
• Ton Duc Thang University and Duy Tan University fell over 100 positions.
• Decline in rankings raises concerns about Vietnam's higher education quality and competitiveness.
• Universities need to reassess strategies and invest in areas that align with international standards.
• Improvement in research and international collaboration is crucial for Vietnamese universities.