On October 1, 2026, Yersin University of Da Lat (YersinUni), a member of TTC Group, solemnly held the opening ceremony for the 2026–2027 academic year. This date also marked the university's 22nd anniversary (October 1, 2024 – October 1, 2026).
YersinUni solemnly holds the opening ceremony for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Milestones in Education, Research, and Student Support
During the 2025–2026 academic year, the school’s leadership, staff, faculty, and employees worked tirelessly to achieve significant success across all areas of operation. Notably, student enrollment reached 114% of the set target. This growth in both the quality and quantity of enrollment has played a crucial role in enhancing the overall quality of education at the school.
The school prioritizes student development by equipping learners with 12 essential soft skills, with a particular focus on the "4Cs" framework advocated by the World Economic Forum (WEF): Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, and Critical Thinking & Problem Solving. Scholarships and support policies were provided to 214 students, totaling over 2 billion VND in value. These student support initiatives contributed to a 1% reduction in the student dropout rate compared to the previous academic year.
The school has standardized its educational programs and continued to implement the "Enterprise Semester" model linking academic training with practical experience across all majors. English language training is aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and complemented by "Overseas Semesters" in countries such as Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand. Notably, students undertaking internships in Singapore and Japan earned salaries of up to 200 million VND. These robust educational innovations have yielded encouraging results: 96.5% of students secured employment, with 86.6% working in their field of study. The school is committed to facilitating job placements for 100% of its graduates. The university has ensured quality, completed external assessments, and achieved accreditation for educational institution quality (Cycle 2: 2025–2030) in accordance with the standards of the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET), while simultaneously boosting scientific research. Consequently, scientific research targets exceeded planned goals, increasing the ratio of scientific publications per lecturer to meet Ministry regulations; numerous research projects and useful solutions were registered, and international publications rose significantly. Notably, YersinUni transferred 2.1 million MD2 pineapple seedlings to partners and farmers.
Regarding external relations, the university signed agreements with 350 domestic and international partners to facilitate student internships, as well as student and faculty exchanges. It also conducted 20 community-oriented connection activities. Efforts to develop and enhance the quality of staff and faculty were intensified, particularly through the implementation of a policy allowing lecturers to secure loans for pursuing doctoral studies. Employee income continued to rise. The university invested in modern facilities and teaching equipment, completing and commissioning Buildings A&B to better support the goal of improving training quality. The University Party Committee also prioritized political and ideological education for Party members and was commended for "Excellent Performance of Duties" in 2025. During the 2025–2026 academic year, the collective body of staff, faculty, and students achieved numerous proud milestones, including receiving the Third-Class Labor Order; winning the national Second Prize in the "New Generation Student" competition (2025); and securing the First Prize in the Euréka competition in the field of Food Technology. Bronze medal at the 2025 National Student Basketball Tournament; one Second Prize and three Consolation Prizes at the 2025 TechFest competition.
22 Years and an Aspiration for Growth
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Dinh Trung, the school's Rector, stated: "These 22 years represent a journey marked by significant historical milestones, deeply connected to generations of the school's staff, faculty, and students. On the occasion of the new academic year's opening ceremony and the celebration of the school's 22nd anniversary, allow me on behalf of the entire community of staff, faculty, employees, and students across all generations to express our gratitude to the founders and the teachers and staff who have served throughout the years. I also wish to affirm our determination to build the school into an institution that trains high-quality human resources capable of global integration amidst the evolving landscape of the country and the world."
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Dinh Trung, Rector of Yersin University of Da Lat, delivers a speech at the ceremony.
At the event, Mr. Nguyen Minh a member of the Provincial Party Committee and Vice Chairman of the Lam Dong Provincial People's Committee extended his congratulations and acknowledged the university's contributions over its 22-year journey of formation and development: “Throughout its history, Yersin University of Da Lat has established itself as a reputable higher education institution in Lam Dong Province and the Central Highlands region. The university has not only helped expand access to higher education for students but has also made practical contributions to training high-quality human resources, thereby serving the socio-economic development of both the locality and the nation. As a non-public university in the Central Highlands, Yersin University of Da Lat has continuously innovated, enhanced the quality of education and scientific research, and expanded partnerships with businesses and the community. These efforts have fostered positive competition among higher education institutions in the region, creating better learning and development opportunities for students.”
Comrade Nguyen Minh, Member of the Provincial Party Committee and Vice Chairman of the Lam Dong Provincial People's Committee, delivers a speech at the ceremony.
During the ceremony, the school commended groups and individuals who achieved outstanding results in the 2025–2026 academic year and honored those who have made significant contributions to the school. Notably, one teacher had the honor of receiving the "Creative Labor" Certificate from the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor.
The Lam Dong Provincial Party Committee and People's Committee present flowers to congratulate YersinUni on the opening ceremony of the 2026–2027 academic year.
Welcoming nearly 1,200 new students
For the 2026–2027 academic year, YersinUni welcomed nearly 1,200 new full-time undergraduate students, bringing the total student body to over 5,000.
On this occasion, the university awarded 580 scholarships worth nearly 3 billion VND. This initiative was supported by member companies of the TTC Group as well as external partners, including the French NGO L'Appel, the Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV), Thanh Quang Co., Ltd., and Mai Loan Tailoring.
A highlight of the ceremony was the traditional flag-handing ritual. Senior students passed on the core traditions of YersinUni students to the newcomers: a thirst for learning, creativity, dynamism, and distinctiveness.
Honoring the Top-Scoring Incoming Students of Class 23
YersinUni's traditional flag-handing-over ceremony
Parade of outstanding students from various disciplines
In the 2026–2027 academic year, Yersin University of Da Lat remains steadfast in pursuing the goals outlined in its 2025–2030 development strategy. At the same time, the university continues to strive to become an ideal place of learning for students and an ideal workplace for its staff and faculty, while continuing to supply high-quality human resources to the Central Highlands region and the entire country, aiming for international training standards and helping to mold students into future "global citizens."
According to Doanh nghiep Hoi nhap Newspaper