WELCOME TO FACULTY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES

Slogan: "Come as a student,  leave as a master"

Since April 16, 1998, the Faculty of Foreign Languages (FFL) has made far-reaching changes, contributing to the sustainable development of Ton Duc Thang University. 

Currently, FFL offers four different Bachelor’s (BA) and Master’s (MA) study programs. The three majors, English Language, Chinese Language in four years, and Chinese-English Language in five years enhance effective use of the most widely used languages in the world for undergraduates. 

Moreover, for English students in the pursuit of academic excellence, our MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL 4+1) can be an ideal option. Students are instructed to utilize a comprehensive approach to their pursuits by using a mix of research and experimental learning. Especially, they can complete the master’s program within the span of only one year because some modules are integrated into the four year BA program in English Language. 

FFL is one of the largest and most prestigious departments at TDTU, attracting thousands of students thanks to its reasonable and scientific curriculum, focusing on various sets of skills, practice, and career orientation. 

Besides reinforcing students’ language skills, linguistics, and theoretical comprehension regarding literature, culture and specialized knowledge in teaching English or business, students have plenty of opportunities to undertake internships at relevant domestic and international organizations. 

1. General information

• All of our programs are referred to the BA’s programs of the universities in the Top 100 in the QS World University Rankings.
• Our teaching staffs hold doctorate and master’s degrees from prestigious domestic and international universities.

2. Contact us

• Address: Room M309, 19 Nguyen Huu Tho Street, Tan Hung Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
• Tel: (028) 37 755 033; Hotline: 090 634 9410 
• Email: khoangoaingu@tdtu.edu.vn
• Website: http://ffl.tdtu.edu.vn

Special Features

• The program meets international accreditation standards and is developed with reference to language programs from leading universities both in Vietnam and abroad. It emphasizes practical applicability, enabling learners to quickly adapt to professional environments after graduation, with a strong focus on skills development, hands-on practice, and career orientation.
• Learners may graduate one to two semesters earlier than the standard duration, pursue a second major from the second year, or continue their studies at higher levels (master’s or doctoral degrees) at domestic or international universities.
• The teaching staff includes lecturers with doctoral and master’s degrees, along with international faculty members—highly qualified, reputable, experienced, and dedicated to their profession.
• With a commitment to developing disciplines and training programs that meet human resource demands in the context of global integration and digital transformation, the Faculty of Foreign Languages actively promotes international cooperation and has established strategic partnerships with leading universities in the United Kingdom, Thailand, the Philippines, China, and Taiwan. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in overseas professional modules during their second or third year of the study program.

FFL students

• Learn in a dynamic and inclusive environment with modern facilities;
• Students have opportunities to study with native English-speaking teachers and engage in cultural exchange and academic collaboration with international students.
  They also participate in professional modules and internships at enterprises, centers, and educational institutions, allowing them to become familiar with real working environments, practice professional skills, and develop essential soft skills. Moreover, students have the chance to undertake professional modules abroad in countries such as Taiwan, China, Thailand, and the United Kingdom.
• Assess chances to pursue higher education by receiving post graduate scholarships in Taiwan, China, Thailand, and Czech Republic, etc.
• Become involved in events organized by TDTU’s and FFL’s clubs to improve soft skills and communication competency;

Future job prospects

• Graduates who are equipped with ethics, language skills, specialized knowledge, professional manners, and political qualities effectively work in various working environment that require English and Chinese such as business, commerce, services, administration, and education, etc.
• Business-majored graduates can work in a wide range of business sectors including import-export and marketing. Those who have been trained in the pedagogical strand can teach English and Chinese at educational organizations. According to TDTU’s latest statistic, 100% of FFL students are able to find stable jobs after graduating from the university.

Divisions

1. Division of Language Skills
2. Division of Integrated Skills
3. Division of Linguistics, Culture and Literature
4. Division of Teaching Methodology
5. Division of Business English
6. Division of Chinese Language Skills
7. Division of Business Chinese

Educational Philosophy, Mission, Vision, Quality Policy

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY

Liberal Education for Comprehensive Human Development
 
MISSION

Education, Research, and Creativity for the Comprehensive Development of Humans and Society
 
VISION

Becoming an outstanding institution in education and research, aiming to meet societal needs, and fostering human development

QUALITY POLICY

1. Leadership and management: ensuring a streamlined, transparent and democratic management system

2. Human resources: recruiting, training, maintaining and developing human resources with expertise, high scientific level, integrity, professionalism and responsibility

3. Finance, facilities and information technology system: operating a sustainable and transparent financial model; investing and developing facilities to ensure modernity, completeness and specialization; accelerating digital transformation to develop smart services, in order to timely serve the implementation of strategic goals in each developmental stage

4. Training, scientific and technological activities: continuously innovating to meet the needs of stakeholders; developing specific in-depth research fields, effectively contributing to local, national and international development

5. Connecting and serving the community: enhancing domestic and international communication about TDTU; continuously expanding cooperation relationships with domestic and foreign partners and networks including enterprises, professional associations, universities, governmental and non-governmental organizations to enhance the position and prestige of the University.

GOALS

Developing into a world-class research University
 
CORE VALUES

Quality and Trust
 
CODE OF CONDUCT

Democracy, Fairness, Effectiveness, and Devotion
 
SLOGAN

Inspiring knowledge and shaping the future