Supplementary learning
Learners proactively engage in extra study to consolidate knowledge, reinforce weaker areas, or explore new fields of interest.
The online learning system of VNUHCM
Digital Learning. Empowered. Your Companion Throughout the Knowledge Journey.
Expanding access to knowledge in the digital space, empowering learners to freely explore and proactively shape their own knowledge development pathways.
Foundational courses
Strengthening foundations, ready for a new journey.
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Understanding the platform
What is VNU-MOOC?
VNU-MOOC is VNUHCM’s digital learning platform, bridging academic excellence with individual learning needs, goals, and pacing. It enables learners to reinforce knowledge, master new skills, explore diverse fields, and build personalized lifelong learning journeys.
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Lecturers
Knowledge from the VNUHCM academic community
02Platform
VNU-MOOC
Digital learning space
Courses
Digital learning materials
Interactive activities
03Learners
Learners
Personalized learning at your own pace
Beyond online courses, VNU-MOOC is a dedicated digital learning platform accompanying you on every knowledge journey.
VNU-MOOC by the numbers
From the first 5 courses
From the first 5 courses
to a fully operational system
Content scope based on the Academic Year 2026–2027 implementation plan
44
MOOC courses developed
33
MOOC courses offered in the 2026–2027 academic year
Nearly5,000
Lessons with interactive activities
- Initiation 2023Developed the first 5 MOOC courses
- ExpansionScaled to 44 MOOC courses featuring nearly 5,000 interactive lessons
- OperationDeployed 33 MOOC courses for the 2026–2027 academic year
Course catalog
33 MOOC courses academic year 2026 – 2027
Political theory
- History of the Communist Party of Vietnam
- Marxist–Leninist Philosophy
- Ho Chi Minh Ideology
- Scientific Socialism
- Marxist–Leninist Political Economy
Information technology
- Computer Architecture
- Python Programming
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Introduction to Data Science
- Data Visualization
- Data Analysis with Python
- Digital Skills
Basic sciences
- General Chemistry
- General Physics
- General Biology
- Linear Algebra
- Discrete Mathematics
- Calculus
- Probability and Statistics
Social sciences
- Psychology
- Introduction to Law
Economics & business
- Business Statistics
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Financial Markets
- Principles of Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
Health
- The Reproductive System, Pregnancy and Childbirth
- The Digestive System
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Pharmacology 1
- The Human Body
The team behind VNU-MOOC
Developed by leading VNUHCM experts & faculty
Every course on VNU-MOOC is a collective intellectual effort, designed and quality-assured by experienced experts and faculty across VNUHCM member universities and affiliated institutions.
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Instructors – Domain & Subject Matter Experts
Bring disciplinary knowledge, research insights, and professional experience to ensure the academic depth, accuracy, and relevance of course content.
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Learning Designers – Online Pedagogy & Learning Design Experts
Collaborate with instructors to transform disciplinary expertise into engaging online learning experiences, ensuring pedagogical effectiveness through purposeful learning activities, assessments, and interactions.
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Technical Team – Platform Development & User Experience Experts
Develop and continuously enhance the digital learning platform to provide an intuitive, accessible, and interactive learning environment for both instructors and learners.
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Quality Assurance Committee – Accreditation & Quality Control Experts
Conduct independent evaluations, uphold institutional academic standards, and assure the output quality of all VNU-MOOC courses prior to official launch.
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Initiate & Plan
Select target courses, design syllabi, and assemble expert development teams.
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Produce & Digitalize
Train teams, digitalize course content, produce learning videos, and integrate interactive elements.
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Operate & Maintain
Review quality standards, publish courses to the platform, and continuously optimize content.
Within VNUHCM
Member institutions
University of TechnologyOfficial website (opens in new tab)
University of ScienceOfficial website (opens in new tab)
University of Social Sciences and HumanitiesOfficial website (opens in new tab)
University of Information TechnologyOfficial website (opens in new tab)
International UniversityOfficial website (opens in new tab)
University of Economics and LawOfficial website (opens in new tab)
University of Health SciencesOfficial website (opens in new tab)
An Giang UniversityOfficial website (opens in new tab)
Institute for Environment and ResourcesOfficial website (opens in new tab)
Affiliated units
The digital learning experience
Designed for the digital space
Each course features video lectures, learning materials, interactive activities, and discussions, empowering learners to learn, practice, and reinforce their knowledge.
Short, focused lessons
Learn essential concepts in bite-sized lessons of no more than 15 minutes.
Interactive activities
Apply what you learn through interactive exercises and activities.
Discuss with lecturers and peers
Exchange ideas, ask questions, and learn from lecturers and fellow learners.
Technical support channel
Get technical assistance through the chat box whenever you need help with the platform.
Alongside learners
From the first stepping stone to your entire knowledge journey
The VNU-MOOC platform accompanies you at every stage—from your initial days of adapting to the digital environment to the opportunity of integrating your learning achievements with official academic pathways.
⚛Physics
⚗Chemistry
🧬Biology
Reinforce foundations
Foundation MOOC courses in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology help learners review and consolidate essential knowledge, preparing them thoroughly before embarking on a new academic chapter.
Expand your choices
Discover courses across a wide range of fields, including Political Theory, Information Technology, Basic Sciences, Social Sciences, Economics and Business, and Health.
⇄MOOC + formal study
Learn flexibly
Integrate MOOC courses into your learning journey flexibly and at your own pace.
✓Credit recognition and transfer
Align with academic pathways
Your MOOC learning outcomes are eligible for credit recognition or transfer, subject to applicable regulations.
Learning modes
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Three learning modes
Blended learning
Learners cover specific content on the VNU-MOOC platform before participating in live discussions, practical sessions, and direct interactions with instructors.
Credit accumulation
Learners complete course requirements, clear independent assessments, and earn official academic credits in accordance with regulations.
Who it's for, and the value it brings
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Who is VNU-MOOC for, and what value does it bring?
Serving three primary groups, driven by four core values: proactive, flexible, connected, and transferable.
Learners
Take ownership of their learning journey.
- Reinforce foundational knowledge.
- Learn at their own pace.
- Explore new fields.
- Integrate online learning into their degree program.
Lecturers
Share their expertise through digital education.
- Develop engaging digital learning content.
- Deliver lessons and interactive activities.
- Support discussions with learners.
- Dedicate more classroom time to discussions, case studies, and applied learning.
Institutions
Share educational resources and expand learning opportunities.
- Develop and share digital learning resources.
- Diversify teaching and learning approaches.
- Support the implementation of online learning.
- Establish pathways for credit recognition and transfer.
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Proactive
Proactively identify your learning needs and set your own goals and pace.
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Flexible
Flexibly arrange your learning time and fit online learning into your personal schedule.
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Connected
Connect with lecturers, fellow learners, and digital learning resources.
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Transferable
Expand opportunities to transfer online learning credits into formal academic programs.
Towards a digital learning ecosystem: expanding access to knowledge, elevating the learning experience, and creating stronger connections with academic curricula.
Start your learning journey on the VNU-MOOC Platform.
Explore suitable courses, proactively manage your learning pace, and create a learning path that aligns with your goals.