Vietnam‘s Education Sector Celebrates Milestone: 100% Database Completion and Digital Transformation Push
A Momentous Achievement
Vietnam’s education sector marked a significant milestone recently, achieving 100% completion of its databases and successfully integrating them with national databases. This achievement, announced at a recent conference, highlights the nation’s steadfast commitment to leveraging technology for a brighter educational future.
Mr. Nguyen Son Hai, Director of the Department of Information Technology at the Ministry of Education and Training, underscored the remarkable progress made in applying information technology and streamlining digital transformation efforts.
Building a Digital Framework for Education
Since 2022, the Ministry of Education and Training has diligently built and implemented the Higher Education Management Information System (HEMIS). This comprehensive system gathers data from universities, colleges, and institutes across the country, encompassing staff information, student records, academic programs, infrastructure details, finances, and assets.
The HEMIS reflects a huge data success story: it has digitized information on over 470 higher education institutions, more than 25,000 training programs, over 100,000 staff records, and nearly 3 million learner records. Notably, it has synchronized graduate data with the national insurance database and connected to the national database with approximately 18,000 employee records from higher education institutions.
Revolutionizing Admissions: A Seamless Digital Experience
The implementation of information technology has significantly transformed the High School Graduation Exam and university admission processes. These crucial procedures are now entirely digital, from exam registration and admission wish lists to fee payments and confirmations.
This digital shift started in 2022, and marked a defining moment in Vietnam’s educational landscape. The Ministry of Education and Training successfully provided and integrated Level 4 public services for registering for the high school graduation exam and applying for university and early childhood education programs via the National Public Service Portal. This integration also incorporates an online payment platform.
The positive impact of this digital transformation was evident in 2024, with the public service system receiving applications from over 1 million candidates registering for the high school graduation exam. An impressive 94.66% of these registrations were submitted online. Nearly 4 million admission requests were also registered online by students, showcasing the widespread adoption and success of this new system.
Deeper Digital Integration: Shaping the Future of Education
The Ministry of Education and Training is actively driving further digital transformation within higher education by launching several critical initiatives. A pilot project exploring a digital higher education model and a program to train high-quality human resources for the technology sector are now complete and awaiting government approval.
Furthermore, the ministry is developing a digital competency framework for learners from preschool to university, including the ability to utilize AI. This framework aims to enhance essential digital skills for students, ensuring they are well-prepared for a future increasingly shaped by technology.
These projects and competency frameworks are expected to be implemented in 2025, marking a new chapter in Vietnam’s educational journey.
The Power of Digital Transformation in Education
Deputy Minister of Education and Training Hoang Minh Son emphasized the transformative power of digitalization in education during the conference. He highlighted that while no industry is as fundamentally influenced by digital transformation and artificial intelligence as education, no industry stands to benefit as much from these advancements.
Beyond the immediate impact and advantages, the education sector bears a crucial responsibility in ensuring the availability of qualified “digital human resources” for the nation. This directly fuels the growth of the entire innovation ecosystem.
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What are the key benefits of Vietnam’s digital transformation in education for students?
## Interview: Vietnam Celebrates Education Tech Milestone
**Host:** Joining us today is Mr. Nguyen Son Hai, Director of the Department of Information Technology at the Ministry of Education and Training. Welcome, Mr. Hai.
**Mr. Hai:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Vietnam’s education sector has just achieved a remarkable milestone – 100% completion of its educational databases and successful integration with national databases. This is a significant achievement. Can you tell us more about this digital transformation journey?
**Mr. Hai:** Absolutely. Since 2022, we’ve been diligently building and implementing the Higher Education Management Information System (HEMIS). This system now encompasses data on over 470 higher education institutions, 25,000 training programs, 100,000 staff records, and nearly 3 million learner records. It’s a comprehensive source of information about our education system. We’ve also successfully integrated this data with national databases, like the national insurance database and employee records, allowing for a more holistic view of our education landscape. [[1](https://js.vnu.edu.vn/ER/article/view/4869)]
**Host:** It’s truly impressive how much data has been centralized and integrated. How has this digital transformation impacted student experience?
**Mr. Hai:** The impact is already being seen, particularly in admissions. We’ve entirely digitized the High School Graduation Exam and university admission processes. Everything, from exam registration to fee payments, is now online. This not only makes the process more convenient for students but also more efficient and transparent.
**Host:** This sounds like a game changer. Can you share any specific examples of the positive impact this digital shift has had?
**Mr. Hai:** In 2024 alone, over a million students applied for university and early childhood education programs through our online platform. The system handled this immense volume smoothly, demonstrating its effectiveness and scalability.
**Host:** That’s truly remarkable. Looking ahead, what are the next steps in Vietnam’s digital education journey?
**Mr. Hai:** We are committed to continuously refining and expanding our digital infrastructure. The focus will be on leveraging data and technology to personalize learning, enhance teacher training, and improve overall educational outcomes. We believe that technology has the power to transform education in Vietnam and empower future generations.
**Host:** Thank you, Mr. Hai, for sharing these insights into Vietnam’s exciting journey in digital education. This is a truly inspiring example for other nations to follow.
