Enhancing English proficiency for global integration: HaUI sends 22 lecturers to the Philippines for English-Medium Instruction training

In the context of deepening global integration, English-medium instruction (EMI) has become not only an educational trend but also a strategic imperative for enhancing international collaboration, expanding access to global knowledge, and fostering adaptability in transnational academic environments. With a strong commitment to innovation and internationalization, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) is taking decisive steps to strengthen the professional competencies of its academic staff.

From July 22 to August 18, 2025, a cohort of 22 lecturers from HaUI is participating in an intensive English training course in the Philippines. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the University’s strategy to internationalize its faculty and improve the quality of English-taught programs, which are scheduled to commence enrollment from the 2025–2026 academic year.

A Strategic Initiative Toward Educational Excellence

On July 21, HaUI held a formal meeting between the University’s leadership and the participating lecturers prior to their departure. Addressing the delegation, Dr. Kieu Xuan Thuc – Rector of Hanoi University of Industry, affirmed: “Utilizing English as a medium of instruction is an indispensable requirement in the era of globalization. Enhancing the capabilities of academic staff is an urgent and long-term strategic priority for HaUI. The lecturers attending this course are not merely advancing their personal competencies, but are also representing HaUI’s resolute transformation toward an internationally aligned educational environment, in which English-medium instruction is a cornerstone.”

Dr. Kieu Xuan Thuc, Rector of Hanoi University of Industry, delivered a speech at the meeting

The one-month training program in the Philippines is designed to strengthen lecturers’ academic English proficiency, facilitate exposure to contemporary teaching methodologies, and develop their ability to deliver specialized content effectively in English. This comprehensive training is an essential preparatory step to support the implementation of ten English-medium academic programs beginning in the upcoming academic year.

Dr. Phan Dang Hung, Head of the Personnel Department, shared his remarks at the event

Fostering a Culture of Integration and Leadership

During the meeting, participating lecturers expressed great enthusiasm and determination to complete the program with excellence, aiming to become catalysts for pedagogical innovation and champions of HaUI’s internationalization agenda.

The lecturers attending the training program shared their expectations and reflections

Ms. Dinh Thi Kim Phuong, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Embedded Systems and Microelectronics, School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, remarked: “HaUI’s continuous investment in international training programs for academic staff reflects its strong commitment to educational reform and global integration. For us as lecturers, acquiring English proficiency is not simply learning a new language, but unlocking new realms of knowledge and opportunities for ourselves and for our students.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Tien Dung, Headmaster of the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, shared:“This initiative reflects HaUI’s long-term vision and unwavering dedication to developing a high-quality teaching workforce capable of meeting global academic standards. The selected lecturers are expected to serve as core contributors to our EMI programs and to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the institution.”

Dr. Hoang Ngoc Tue, Headmaster of the School of Foreign Languages and Tourism, emphasized: “This training course presents an invaluable opportunity for lecturers to enhance their linguistic capabilities, gain practical experience within an international learning environment, and adopt advanced pedagogical approaches. I extend my best wishes to the entire delegation and trust they will return equipped with the tools and motivation to drive impactful educational transformation.”

Positioning HaUI on the Global Academic Map

This professional development program in the Philippines goes beyond language training. It serves as a platform for academic exchange, intercultural learning, and strategic capacity building, contributing meaningfully to HaUI’s overarching goal of internationalizing higher education.

With a forward-looking mindset, academic rigor, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, HaUI lecturers are charting a course for institutional advancement, bringing HaUI closer to the global academic community, while simultaneously integrating international best practices into the University’s teaching and learning framework.