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WELCOME, STUDENTS 2020

The Faculty and Staff welcome you to VinUniversity. This Undergraduate Student Handbook presents information on subjects of immediate interest and concern to you as a full-time student at the University. Please read all of the Handbook carefully to get an overall picture of the policies and procedures affecting your study at the University. We encourage you to check this Handbook for relevant information whenever you have questions on your study.

Please note that the information is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication and is subject to change.

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Contents WELCOME, STUDENTS 2020 ........................................................................................................................................................ 2

Contents ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

Welcome to VinUniversity! ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

PART 1: MAXIMIZE YOUR ACADEMIC SUCCESS ................................................................................................................... 8

1. Academic Calendar .................................................................................................................................................................. 8

2. Academic Resources ............................................................................................................................................................... 9

3. Academic Requirements ..................................................................................................................................................... 11

4. Academic Opportunities ...................................................................................................................................................... 15

5. Academic Procedures ........................................................................................................................................................... 17

6. Academic Policies .................................................................................................................................................................. 21

PART 2: TRANSFORM YOUR EXPERIENCE ........................................................................................................................... 24

7. Student Affairs ........................................................................................................................................................................ 24

8. Student Organizations.......................................................................................................................................................... 24

9. Community Service Experience ....................................................................................................................................... 25

10. Diversity and Multicultural Experience...................................................................................................................... 25

11. Art and Sports Experience ............................................................................................................................................... 26

12. Student exchange programs ........................................................................................................................................... 27

13. Celebrations .......................................................................................................................................................................... 27

PART 3: ENJOY UNIVERSITY LIFE AT ITS FULLEST .......................................................................................................... 29

14. Accommodation and Residential Life .......................................................................................................................... 29

15. Student Health and Well-being ...................................................................................................................................... 32

16. Community Standards ....................................................................................................................................................... 33

PART 4: WORK - GET A HEAD START ON YOUR CAREER ............................................................................................... 36

17. Career Services at VinUniversity ................................................................................................................................... 36

18. Work-Study Program ......................................................................................................................................................... 37

University Directory ....................................................................................................................................................................... 38

Campus Map ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Reservation of Power .................................................................................................................................................................... 40

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Welcome to VinUniversity! Dear VinUni Student, I am truly excited to welcome you to VinUniversity. You have persisted through all the challenges to find yourself here where you dreamed to be. You certainly deserve congratulations and so do the wonderful people who have invested their time and efforts in you. I hope you take some time to thank those who made it possible for you to begin your journey at VinUniversity. This Handbook is intended as a practical guide for you as you start your life at VinUniversity. This Handbook covers important topics such as academic requirements, first-year experience, and residential life, student activities, and many more. This Handbook will help you to be aware of and understand essential policies, values, and standards that you should respect as a valued community member. Here you find the community's expectations of you in honesty, personal conduct, and commitment to a safe living and learning environment. This Handbook is available online and will be updated regularly with input from the VinUniversity community. I urge you to take a few minutes to read through this document and feel free to research and dig deeper into those areas of the university that spark your interest. I trust that this year will be a defining time for you in your life. It will be full of opportunities, challenges, and fun. While it will be defined by academic rigor and high expectations, it is important that you allow yourself to explore the campus, try something new, open your mind to new ideas, participate in activities, and reach out and connect with new people with different views and backgrounds. The choices you make along the way will be crucial to your development, not just as a competent and skilled college graduate, but also as an informed, empathetic, involved, and responsible citizen of the world. More than any other time in our lifetimes, our experience over the past few months has shown us how fragile is our hold over the future. In fact, one thing we are certain about the future is its uncertainty. Sometimes life throws us a curveball, our plans don't work out, and we might feel overwhelmed with our emotions or perceived expectations. VinUniversity staff and faculty are here to help you in those times. Don't hesitate to reach out to advisers and people you can trust to talk about your academic and non-academic matters. You are at VinUniveristy because of your talent, your potential, and drive to make a positive difference in the world. Under the nurturing care of VinUniversity, you will grow and develop your talents to become the future leader that Vietnam and the world are looking for. I look forward to being part of your journey and witnessing you grow and flourish through the years at VinUni. I wish you all a happy, healthy, and rewarding year! Very truly yours, Rohit Verma, Founding Provost

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YOUR FIRST-YEAR OVERVIEW

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A DAY IN YOUR STUDENT LIFE

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AACC AND EXCEL ATTRIBUTES Admitted Student Attributes: The VinUniversity admissions process is designed to select talented students with (1) Outstanding Abilities, (2) Strong Aspirations, (3) Creativity, and (4) Commitment and develop them to become talents for the future. (In short, AACC).

Graduating Student Attributes: VinUniversity graduates for all academic programs are expected to have (1) Empathy, (2) Exceptional Ability, (3) Creativity, (4) Entrepreneurial Mindset, and (5) Leadership Spirit, which enable them to create ideas, services, systems, solutions, and products that can contribute to a better life for people and society. (In short, EXCEL)

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PART 1: MAXIMIZE YOUR ACADEMIC SUCCESS

1. Academic Calendar The academic year is divided into two main semesters (Fall and Spring Semesters) and followed by a Summer session.

Semester 1 - Fall 2020/2021

Release of Master Class Schedule for the Academic Year 30-Sep

Move-in Day 7-Oct

October Orientation days 8-10 Oct

First Day for add/drop 12-Oct

Classes begin 12-Oct

Last day for course add/drop 23 Oct (add) /29 Oct (drop)

Last day to apply for credit transfer/course exemption (if any) 12-Nov

Release of Semester 1| examination schedule 8-Jan

Last day of Teaching 22-Jan

Examination period 25 Jan – 5 Feb

Release of Semester 1| course grades 19-Feb

Semester Break 8 – 21 Feb

Semester 2 - Spring 2020/2021

Release of Master Class Schedule for the Academic Year 25-Jan

Classes begin 22-Feb

First Day for add/drop 22-Feb

Last day for course add/drop 5 Mar (add)/ 11 Mar (drop)

Last day to apply for credit transfer/course exemption (if any) 22-Mar

Release of Semester 1| examination schedule 21-May

Last day of Teaching 18-Jun

Examination period 7 – 18 Jun

Release of Semester 1| course grades 25-Jun

Semester Break 21 – 27 Jun

Summer 2021

Release of Summer Session Schedule 7-Jun

Class begins 28-Jun

First Day for course add/drop 9-Jul

Examination period 16 – 20 Aug

Release of course grades 27-Aug

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*Important Note: The University reserves the right to change the calendar when necessary. You will need to take the initiative and responsibility to get updated on the timeline via the Student Information System (SIS) and VinUni’s website. 2. Academic Resources 2.1. Academic Advising Academic advising is a student-centered process that allows you to reach your full academic potential and develop professional competency under the guidance of an advisor. It is a shared responsibility between you and your advisor to create a plan for your academic journey. However, you are ultimately responsible to define your academic and career goals and execute your plan to successfully achieve them. Your Academic Advisor will support you throughout your university life and is assigned based on your major. During your first year at VinUniversity, your advisor will support your transition from high school to university life with your decisions to choose your classes and student organizations to join and navigate the policies and guidelines of VinUniversity. Your Academic Advisor will continue to help you build on the academic, co-curricular, and career goals throughout your university life. All VinUniversity students are required to meet with their academic advisor at least once per semester in their first academic year. Your first appointment should take place before the end of the add/drop period. . We will advise you on how to make an appointment with your advisor. If the advisor permits it, you may also contact your advisor directly through his/her work email. What are your responsibilities:

• Initiate contact: You are expected to initiate your contact with your Academic Advisor for scheduling, course changes, and other matters in a timely fashion. Because of their commitments to teaching, research, and other academic obligations, your academic advisor may not always be available on short notice. You are expected to plan and initiate your contact well in advance of specific deadlines. You should be well prepared for each meeting;

• Complete your Individual Develop Plan (IDP): With support from your Advisor, you should complete a goals and objectives document for each year.

• Keep your advisor informed: Your Advisor can provide better advice if she/he is kept informed of your academic progress, challenges, and career goals;

• Communicate effectively: Good advising can occur only if both you and your Academic Advisor make active efforts to develop it. Fully recognizing that your Advisor has his/her styles and personalities; you should discuss with your Advisor to find the best way to work with each other.

What to expect from your academic advisor:

• Advice: You should use your academic advisor as a resource for planning your academic program, identifying academic and career goals, and obtaining general advice on graduate degrees and careers;

• Assistance and Referrals: Academic advisor may provide you with general information about and referrals to special programs such as internships, study abroad, and concurrent degrees. S/he may also help you obtain tutoring services or receive transfer/advanced placement credit, as appropriate.

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• Availability: You can expect to have ready access to your academic advisor since most academic advisors set aside several hours each week for advising and allow you to make appointments outside those hours if necessary.

2.2. Library and Learning Resources

VinUniversity Library seeks to advance the intellectual life of the University community through resources and services that support students’ successful learning outcomes and personal development.

The library, which is located on the first and the second floors of Building A, with wireless and wired internet connection, offers four main types of spaces to support learning, teaching, research, innovation, and entrepreneurial activities of library users.

• Collaboration space: Fully equipped closed discussion rooms, open discussion booths, comfortable seating lounge, etc. on both floors are areas where library patrons work with one another in various group configurations to maximize their activity effectiveness. Reservation is required for the usage of closed discussion rooms in advance.

• Sanctuary space: Focus seats around the bookshelves on the 2nd floor are for the individuals who need suitable quiet space for thinking, reflecting, and creating.

• Interaction space is for users to employ new technology, seek assistance from librarians or internal/external professional experts, and consult resources provided by the library. The library offers 2 instructional classes on the 1st floor, 2 reference service desks, 1 consultation room with an English language lab, book consulting space around bookshelves, maker innovation space, studios, teleconference rooms, PC lab with high-end computers and adaptive software. 24/7 learning common on the first floor facilitates overnight projects and studies.

• Community space: VinUniversity students can participate in regular activities such as talks, presentations, book discussions, exhibitions, poetry reading, etc. in the open amphitheater, and closed training rooms with a movable partition to fulfill the needs for a sense of belonging to a larger community.

Students can have access to books, journals, online databases, and more in all academic areas on-campus and even off-campus. The Library provides diverse information services to facilitate students’ success in learning. More details are available on the library website: https://library.vinuni.edu.vn/ When you have a question or need assistance

• Stop by the Circulation desk on the first floor of the library.

• Email the Librarian at library@vinuni.edu.vn or chat with them from the Library website

• Check out the library website for other helpful resources When you need to locate and check out materials

• Find the items’ location and availability online using the search box on the Library’s home page.

• Browse the library collection on the second floor.

• Self-checkout or get assisted checkout at the Circulation desk

• Renew books that have been already checked out, request a hold or recall on books that others have

checked out, and request books and articles that are not available at the Library.

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Hours of library opening Main entrance:

• Semester: 8 am - 9 pm (Mon - Fri), 9am - 5pm (Sat-Sun) • Exam period: 8 am - 9 pm (Mon - Fri), 9am - 9pm (Sat-Sun) • Holiday: Closed

The second-floor entrance: • 8 am - 5 pm (Mon - Fri), 9am - 5pm (Sat-Sun) • Holiday: Closed

24/7 Learning Common • Available via booking

You can participate in book talks, seminars, exhibitions, and research workshops in the library. Please register on the Library’s website or at the Circulation desk. 3. Academic Requirements 3.1. Academic Requirements for Graduation Responsibility for Meeting Degree Requirements

As you expected, indeed it is you that is responsible for understanding the degree requirements for your major and for planning your courses of study accordingly. Your Academic Advisor shall answer your

questions and advise you with your fulfillment of degree requirements. S/he will assist you in your course selection, but will not be responsible for ensuring that the courses selected will meet your degree

requirements. Be well prepared to take that responsibility.

Academic requirements to earn a bachelor degree Every undergraduate student needs to fulfill the following academic requirements:

• Complete a minimum credit requirements for the program of study. • Complete the requirements of the General Education and English proficiency. • Complete the requirements for your major, defined by each College. • Clear any “I – Incomplete” marks from your record. • Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.00/4.00 (for all courses within your

degree program). You can find other requirements in the University Academic Regulations governing undergraduate studies. In consultation with your academic advisor, you will create an academic plan on the Student Portal: https://sis.vinuni.edu.vn/ which reflects your particular interests and needs on top of requirements and expectations held in common for every undergraduate. For further information on major requirements, please visit the Colleges’ page.

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3.2. Time to Degree You may wonder how long it can take to graduate from VinUniversity. The table below shows you the normal and maximum time allowed to complete each program, which includes the time taken as a leave of absence:

Program Duration of Study Normal Maximum

4-year Single Degree Program 4 years 6 years 6-year Single Degree Program (Medical Doctor)

6 years 9 years

The University seeks to enable all students to stay on track for timely graduation. If you are interested in accelerating your time to graduation, you should contact your Academic Advisor or the Office of Registrar for further instructions. 3.3. The General Education Requirements 3.3.1. Overview At VinUniversity, the General Education Program (GenED), as an integral component of the undergraduate curriculum, is designed to nurture you in developing sound and solid values to bolster your professional aspiration and dedication to excellence. Therefore, all students regardless of their major discipline of study must meet the minimum credit requirements for General Education. Program description The current General Education Program consists of eight components (Table 1). You should consult with your Academic Advisor when registering for courses at the beginning of each semester to ensure a timely progression towards fulfilling the General Education requirement.

Table 1. Eight components of VinUniversity’s General Education Program

Cluster Course code Courses VinUni Core Co-Curricular

VCOR • OASIS course for first-year students (non-credit) • National Defense Education (non-credit) • Healthy Lifestyle (non-credit)

English ENGL • Pathway English Intermediate (non-credit) • Pathway English Advanced (non-credit) • Academic English 1 (3 credits) • Academic English 2 (3 credits)

Humanities & Arts and Social Sciences

HASS • Marxism-Leninism Political Economy (Global Political Economy) (2 credits)

• History of the Communist Party (Vietnam: History and Culture I) (2 credits)

• Ho Chi Minh Ideology (Vietnam: History and Culture II) (2 credits)

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• Scientific Socialism (Politics and Social Change) (2 credits) • Marxism-Leninism Philosophy (Philosophy Science and Society)

(3 credits) • Arts elective (1 credit)

Community Service Learning

COSL • COSL courses (non-credit)

Global Experience GLEX • GLEX courses (non-credit)

Leadership Spirit LEAD • Leadership Bootcamp (non-credit) • Organizational Behavior (2 credits) • Individual Development Plan - IDP (non-credit)

Entrepreneurial Mindset

ENTR • Agile Innovation (2 credits) • Entrepreneurship Initiatives (non-credit)

Non-major courses (College-sponsored courses)

Will be named by sponsoring Colleges

• Introduction to Law (2 credits) • Introduction to Computing and Algorithmic Thinking (3 credits)

Students from different colleges may have different course configurations based on English competency and schedules of core courses. Meet your Academic Advisor to seek help in developing the best General Education course configuration for you before course registration begins. 3.3.2. Specific requirements VinUni Core Co-Curriculars OASIS First-Year Experience - OASIS is a mandatory, non-credit bearing course of the General Education Program. It is a foundational course aimed to equip you, a first-year student with a proper understanding of the general nature, value, and requirement of university education. It is designed to assist you to successfully navigate through your new experience of university learning. It also forms a solid basis of support from which you may further develop their personal and professional excellence in the university. There are 5 components that you are required to take. The following components form OASIS:

Orientation O Advising A Study skills S Inter-Cultural Competency I Self- Exploration and Growth S

National Defense Education National Defense Education, under the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) framework, plays a crucial role in building national pride, perseverance, and physical endurance among learners to secure the country’s civil defense system. By challenging yourselves with early morning rituals, followed by rigid

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mental and physical requirements as well as schedules, students develop their self-discipline, grit & durability. Various extracurricular activities are integrated into the curriculum to foster inclusivity, maturity & responsibility towards student families and their societies. Healthy Lifestyle “Healthy Lifestyle” is a mandatory and non-credit bearing GenED course that provides students with the essential knowledge, skills, and practicum lessons (exercise/sports classes) to make better choices during their daily routines to build a healthy lifestyle. Students will have a greater understanding of fitness, exercises, nutrition & diets to achieve their physical goals & desired health results. As a healthy lifestyle includes external/internal physical wellbeing, mental, social & spiritual health, students receive mentorship that guides and shapes their perspectives about the importance of having a well-balanced life. Finally, the course emphasizes the practical application of learned concepts to integrate the subject matter into student daily routines. English Requirements English is the primary language for courses and communication at VinUniversity. To ensure that you can fully participate in VinUniversity courses and co-curricular activities, which are all conducted in English, the University requires that you have a minimum English competency level, equivalent to IELTS 6.5 (and that each component skill scores a minimum of 6.0). If you have not reached the required English competency at the time of enrollment, you are required to take English Pathway courses and pass the Pathway Advanced exam. Without the required English competency, you can enroll only in a limited number of courses at VinUniversity in the first year. Once you meet the required English competency level, VinUniversity offers two required courses, Academic English 1 and 2, to help you improve your English proficiency further and develop fundamental academic skills (e.g., writing, presentation, debate, research, cite information) at a university level. Humanity, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) The HASS requirement reflects VinUniversity’s rigorous and creative approach to meet MOET’s requirement for courses on ideological education. Courses integrate area studies and adopt an interdisciplinary approach. Through these courses, you will develop a global and local lens by learning to be critical of Vietnam’s past and present. You will understand the agency of individuals in society for social changes. Through grounding discussions based on familiar examples in Vietnam and pertinent examples from the region and the world, the courses will equip you with critical thinking abilities. The courses are also designed based on the principle of content-based language, which seeks to improve your English communication skills with an emphasis on listening, speaking, and reading abilities, thus contributing to your Competence both in English communication skills and in humanities and social scientific knowledge. The one-credit Arts elective is designed to serve as a reminder for you of the continued relevance of arts and humanities in life, regardless of your chosen professional fields.

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Leadership Spirit Leadership spirit is the ability to influence and motivate people to maximize efforts towards achieving a common goal. The Leadership requirement includes one two-credit course (Organizational Behavior) and two co-curricular activities (Leadership Bootcamp and Individual Development Plan). Through these leadership components, you will develop an awareness of your personality, strengths, and gaps, thereby gaining a foundational understanding of teamwork and leadership. Entrepreneurial Mindset Entrepreneurial Mindset is the way of thinking that enables people to overcome challenges, be decisive, accept responsibility while meaning to do something impactful for the society. Entrepreneurship requirement includes one two-credit course (Agile Innovation) and one co-curricular activity (Entrepreneurship Initiatives). This requirement helps you to develop the entrepreneurial mindset to discover and evaluate opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary partners to develop new solutions that may become the foundation of a new business venture. Global Experience Global Experience consists of a set of co-curricular activities that you can undertake from the second year onwards. The activities are designed to foster your global awareness, develop intercultural competence, enhance your professional knowledge in the global context, and to nurture your sense of global citizenship with the commitment to civic responsibility. Community Service Learning Community Service Learning is a set of co-curricular activities that you can undertake from the third year onwards. The activities promote your application of professional knowledge, cultivate your sense of civic responsibility, empathy, and urge you to become ethical leaders. College-sponsored courses At VinUniversity, your holistic, personal, and professional growth is our key priority. It is therefore crucial that you are exposed to knowledge outside of your chosen majors. Each College at VinUniversity offers a course for non-major students to help foster an introductory appreciation to law, computing, and health science. Depending on your major, some courses are required while others are elective. You should consult with your academic advisors to ensure that you are meeting the graduation requirement in this regard. 4. Academic Opportunities VinUniversity is a vibrant intellectual community of students and faculty. You can find a broad spectrum of academic opportunities that go beyond your specialization. Double degrees, double majors, and interdisciplinary learning allow you to pursue your two areas of interest in a shorter time. While exchange programs provide an international adventure, research and internship help you bridge theoretical knowledge and practical application. Start sharing your interest with your academic advisor to see how it may fit into your long-term plan!

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4.1. Double Degree and Double Major The Double Degree planned to be offered to enhance interdisciplinary study at VinUniversity and provide a unique opportunity for exceptional students whose interests cross boundaries. You can earn a double major (related or unrelated to your first) when the two majors lead toward the same degree within the same college. This leads to a single diploma, with both majors noted on the transcript. Depending on your unique goals and interests, you can pursue two unrelated majors and enroll in two different degrees in the same College or different Colleges. This leads to the award of two different degrees resulting in two diplomas at the time of graduation. 4.2. Interdisciplinary Learning At VinUniversity, we promote interdisciplinary learning to foster creative and innovative thinking and to prepare students to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Interdisciplinary learning is more than just a class where students of different backgrounds are learning together. Students will bring their unique background/skills to work together on multidisciplinary activities or projects. How is Interdisciplinary Learning Delivered at VinUniversity:

• Multidisciplinary Courses/Projects: Courses/projects within courses where students from multiple degree programs work together. It requires either a joint class (i.e computer science, engineering, and business students) or cross-course projects or community engagement projects.

• Interdisciplinary Minors: A set of minor courses is designed for students of different degree programs to work together. Examples include Robotics, Technopreneur, or Smart Cities.

• Industry projects: Experiences designed for small groups of students to work together with one outside company. Individual students could also be immersed in an interdisciplinary group within the company.

4.3. Student Research At VinUniversity, undergraduate students are encouraged to participate in academic research with faculty. Undergraduate research is challenging but rewarding and recognized as highly effective in developing logical, critical, and creative thinking abilities. Examples of undergraduate research projects include the independent study that allows students to explore topics of their interest; assisted research by working with a faculty member or research group on an existing project to gain training in how to conduct research. Students should talk to faculty members, academic advisors to identify and explore research opportunities available across campus and also beyond campus. 4.5. Internships For some of you, an internship may be your first hands-on experience of working in the real world: Being an intern and doing the practicum at an institution will allow you to an opportunity to apply what you have learned and acquired at VinUniversity in the real-life context.

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Unlike an ordinary stand-alone university, VinUniversity is part of the Vingroup Eco-system whose operation and activities range from industrials, technology, education, health-care services to real estate and hospitality. One of the utmost advantages of VinUniversity students is to have opportunities to intern at the leading Vingroup companies in your area of study. If you are a Medical Doctor or a nursing student, chances are that you will be practicing at hospitals or clinics of the Vinmec Healthcare System which is affiliated with VinUniversity. If you are a student in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, companies like Vinfast and Vinsmart are your ideal internship hosts, or else you can serve as research assistants or interns at research institutes such as VinBrain or VinAI. Students in the College of Business and Management will be able to apply what they have learned on campus at a leading real-estate company like Vinhomes or the top hospitality chain in Vietnam like Vinpearl. We are here to make sure that we connect you with the best possible match for an internship program so that your experience off-campus as an intern will well prepare you for your future work. 5. Academic Procedures 5.1 Study Load Your study load is determined by the number of credits you are studying. A normal full-time is around 30 credits spread over an academic year. You may be able to increase or decrease your study load to help meet your academic goals. You should consult your College for the exact number of credits for the program you are in. To be classified as a full-time student, you must be enrolled in at a minimum, 80% of a normal full-time load in a teaching period. The following number of credits per semester is required for undergraduate students to complete a degree in four years or eight semesters. 1

Study Load Variation

Credits per regular Semester Remarks

Normal load At least 14 credits (applicable for first-semester students, and students for whom the previous semester with good academic standing or higher).

This is to complete the degree requirements within a normal specified period of candidature.

Automatic Overload 18-22 credits, subject to approval by the Academic Advisor concerned

This enables you to pursue your studies as a pace commensurate with your needs and/or capabilities. For those wishing ot pursure a double major, this may be the only way to get enough credits.

Beyond automatic overload

More than 22 credits, subject to approval by the College Dean concerned

On an exception basis, only if your faculty and advisor are confident that you are mentally,

1 For tuition policies related to the study load, refer to the VinUniversity financial regulations https://vinuni.edu.vn/quy-dinh-tai-chinh-va-bieu-phi/

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intellectually and physically able to thrive under this kind of workload.

Overloading is determined by the total number of credits, including physical education, support, and

repeated courses. Some degrees (such as double degrees) have different annual loads and this can impact

your student status. You should consider the impact of changing your enrolment when applying for this

option.

5.2. Course Registration All courses offered for the academic year are listed in the course catalog at the Student Information System. You are encouraged to spend time searching through the catalog to view informational materials and the course syllabi that the professor may upload for the course. The course listings include a description of the course to be studied, and what prerequisites if any, list the days and hours during the course meets, the classroom, the date for a final exam, etc. Each Semester, the Office of Registrar will notify you via email to check for your registration appointment. Your registration appointment is the date and time you can register online for your next semester courses. Before registration, you will need to meet your academic advisor to plan your course schedule. After your advising session, backpack your class choices, and prepare alternate schedules if a class is full on your registration date. It is important not to let the course selection overwhelm you. Take advantage of the many resources available to you and do not be afraid to ask questions. Your Academic Advisor, Program Director, Dean, and Faculty are all very willing to help. 5.3. Transfer of Credits

Transfer of credits may be granted in recognition of your studies completed elsewhere other than

VinUniversity at an appropriate level as recognized by the University, for example, international exchange

programs, local exchange programs, summer study programs, or other external study programs (non-

exchange and self-arranged by students).

You may request to transfer credits completed at another institution of higher education, comply with the Academic Regulations set by the University. The request should be made to the Office of Registrar. Upon receiving the request, evaluations will be made to determine the number of equivalent VinUniversity credits and the equivalent VinUniversity grades. 5.4. Student Classification Your classification is not determined by the number of years you have taken but by the number of accumulative credits you have earned per an academic year.

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If you have earned … Then you are a… Below 35 credits Freshman 35 – 70 credits Sophomore 71 – 105 credits Junior 106 – 140 credits Senior 141 – 175 credits Fifth-year senior 175 - 255 credits Sixth-year senior

The University may use class standing to determine a student’s eligibility for receiving certain kinds of financial aid and scholarships, applying for some degree programs, enrolling in particular courses, and evaluating progress. 5.6. Grading The official University grading system is composed of letter grades with pluses and minuses. Passing grades range from A to D–; F is failing. For more information, you can read the Academics Regulations for Full-time Undergraduate Programs. 5.7 Academic Performance 5.7.1 Academic Standing and Progress At the end of each regular semester, the Office of Registrar and/or the College Academic Committee shall review your performance and compile a temporary transcript including:

• All grades earned (including failure) • Deficiencies (Incomplete, etc.) • Semester and Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) • Honors and awards (Deans’ List, etc.)

Good Academic Standing All students are expected to remain in good academic standing. Good academic standing means that you have successfully completed all required courses to date with a cumulative GPA of 2.5/4.0 or better.

Letter Grade 4-point Scale A 4.0 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3.0 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2.0 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1.0 D- 0.7 F 0.0

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Academic Standing Academic standing provides an indicator of whether you might be in academic difficulty. Based on your academic standing, the university may require you to seek academic advising and extra help. While academic standing is captured in your record, it is however not shown in official transcripts. You may progress on one or more of the following categories:

• Academic Warning: a student’s academic performance has been unsatisfactory, or their overall academic average is below minimum requirements.

• Academic Probation: a student is not making the academic progress the university requires for graduation

• Academic Dismissal: Students who cannot benefit from course registration in the next semester may be suspended for an approved period of not less than one semester.

5.7.2 Academic Distinction, Honors, and Awards VinUniversity commits to giving recognition for the most diligent and passionate students. At the end of each semester, we announce academic awards to record your dedication. The descriptions of the awards are given below. Dean's List: You are placed on the Dean’s List at the end of the regular semesters as a recognition of your academic achievement in that semester: (i) semester GPA is at least 3.60/4.00 calculated from at least 12 letter-graded credits, (ii) have not failed any course registered, and (iii) have not committed any confirmed act of academic dishonesty. The Dean of the College will inform students in writing if they are placed on the Dean’s List, and this achievement will be recorded on their transcript. Graduation with Distinction: Students graduating with Distinction will be selected based on academic excellence as measured by cumulative grade point average. The maximum eligibility pool is 20% of the graduates and the maximum actual number to be awarded is 10%. The minimum CGPA eligibility is 3.20/4.00.

Graduation with Distinction and Honors: Students graduating with Distinction and Honors will be selected based on academic excellence as measured by GPA in the top 10% (or be greater than 3.60/4.00), whichever is the more selective criterion). Students will be enrolled in the Honors courses (defined by respective College) for the duration of the thesis project, for a total of 3-6 credits. The thesis must be completed in the last two consecutive semesters before graduation. The evaluation procedures will be approved by the Provost. Other Student Awards: Each College may have other student awards like Scholarship recognition/clinical service award/Leadership award/Ambassador award, etc.

“Be the one to stand out in the crowd.” ― Joel Osteen

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5.8 Education Records The University maintains a record of your academic progress throughout your study time at VinUniversity. This record provides information for academic counseling purposes and serves as the basis for producing grade reports and student transcripts. 5.8.1. Academic Reports You can access your grades at the end of each academic semester through the Student Information System. Course attempted, the grades achieved, progression and graduation eligibility, etc. are reported. This is confidential and may only be accessed by entering your VinUniversity netID. The University will not release this information to anyone outside it, except by court order. Inside the University, it will be available eponymously only to your advisor, your Dean, the Provost, and the instructors of the courses you have registered for, and within the Office of the Registrar for anonymized statistical reporting.

5.8.2. Co-curricular Record The Co-curricular record is separate from the Academic Record, and it lists activities such as participation in student life programs, leadership programs, entrepreneurship programs, community service learning, and involvement activities that contribute to your student life experience. The Co-curricular record reflects your non-academic engagement such as career preparation, communication, diversity, global awareness, social responsibility, etc. The Co-curricular record will support you in articulating your experience to future employers, job interviews, graduate school application.

5.8.3. Academic Transcripts A transcript is a copy of your permanent academic record, duly certified by the Provost, and bearing the embossed seal of the VinUniversity. A transcript is privileged information and is available only upon the written or online request by the student. All requests must be submitted by the student or former student. Requests submitted by parents or any unauthorized parties will not be honored. Note that a transcript reflects your current status of a record at the time it is issued. You should ensure that any changes to the transcript are recorded before ordering a transcript. 6. Academic Policies 6.1. Attendance and Examinations Class Attendance It is your responsibility to attend all scheduled classes unless excuses have been approved by the

instructors of your classes. You should discuss with the instructor the reason for your absence and to learn

what make-up work may be required. You are responsible to read each course syllabus and to comply with

the policies as stated.

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Final Examinations Final examinations are scheduled by the Office of Registrar and the dates will be published with the registration dates. It is your responsibility to understand the processes and protocols whilst undertaking exams or assessments. If you cannot take an examination at its scheduled time and has a reasoned absence and are deemed eligible, you may take a make-up examination. You are responsible to read each course syllabus and to comply with the policies as stated. 6.2. Leave of Absence 6.2.1. Leave of Absence or Withdrawal

You may encounter circumstances that require you to take time away from the University. In those situations, you can request a leave of absence (LOA) or Withdrawal.

An LOA or a withdrawal may impact your scholarship, financial aid, or academic progress so you are encouraged to discuss your request with the Academic Advisor, Office of Finance and Accounting, and Student Affairs Management Office, Office of Registrar to verify its impact.

6.2.2. Resumption of Studies after a Leave of Absence

When returning from an LOA, you must complete and submit to your Academic Advisor the Application Form before permitted to enroll or register for classes. The form must be accompanied by documentation that explains what progress has taken place in your absence that would enable you to be successful upon return.

You will be notified of a final decision by the Office of Registrar. If you do not return to the academic program immediately after the approved leave, and you do not promptly obtain an extension of your LOA and is not placed on an Involuntary LOA, your student record is made inactive. To return to academic work at a later time, you must formally reapply for admission through the Office of Admissions. 6.3. Academic Integrity2 Absolute integrity is expected of every VinUniversity student in all academic undertakings. Integrity entails a firm adherence to a set of values, and the values most essential to an academic community are grounded on the concept of honesty with respect to the intellectual efforts of oneself and others. Academic integrity is expected not only in formal coursework situations but in all University relationships and interactions connected to the educational process, including the use of University resources.

A VinUniversity student’s submission of work for academic credit indicates that the work is the student’s own. All outside assistance should be acknowledged, and the student’s academic position truthfully reported at all times. In addition, VinUniversity students have a right to expect academic integrity from each of their peers.

22 Adapted from Cornell University

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A. General Responsibilities

1. A student shall in no way misrepresent his or her work. 2. A student shall in no way fraudulently or unfairly advance his or her academic position. 3. A student shall refuse to be a party to another student’s failure to maintain academic integrity. 4. A student shall not in any other manner violate the principle of academic integrity.

B. Examples The following actions are examples of activities that violate the Code of Academic Integrity and subject their actors to proceedings under the Code.

1. Knowingly representing the work of others as one’s own. 2. Using, obtaining, or providing unauthorized assistance on examinations, papers, or any other

academic work. 3. Fabricating data in support of laboratory or field-work. 4. Forging a signature to certify completion of a course assignment or a recommendation to graduate

school. 5. Unfairly advancing one’s academic position by hoarding or damaging library materials. 6. Misrepresenting one’s academic accomplishments.

Note: This is not a definitive list. Detailed guidelines will be provided in the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedures.

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PART 2: TRANSFORM YOUR EXPERIENCE Make the most of your time at VinUniversity and take advantage of activities to enhance your transformational experience. First Year Mid Years Final Year

Novice Advanced Beginner Competent Proficient Expert

7. Student Affairs Student Affairs Management (SAM) mission is to foster your holistic development as global citizens and leaders of changes. We create enabling environments that aim to develop your potentials to become elite individuals, who are knowledgeable, capable, and passionate about contributing to improving yourself and societal conditions. SAM offers you curricular-related and extra-curricular activities, residential services, health & wellbeing support with the highest standards set by the world’s leading accrediting organization. The First-Year Experience Center you a supportive environment to ease the transition of your first year into the academic, cultural, and social life at VinUni. This is a one-stop-shop where you can find any support & instruction related to student policy, extra-curricular activities, counseling services, advising programs, information board, employment opportunities, lost & found items, etc. 8. Student Organizations

8.1 Student Council

Your first year at VinUni is the perfect time to start your U-Life by • Sucessfully transitingand

adapting to a tertiary learning environment

• Clearly defining your academic and career goals and learning road maps

• Well equipping with fundamental skills to become an active learner

• Starting your positive life long habits: cultivate friendship, do exercises…

• Building networks by joing clubs or campus social activties

Now you are settled into university, it’s time to … • Expand your skill set with an

internship, student clubs, skill development workshop series…

• Apply for a global experience • Engage in eship and innovation

opportunities • Take advantage over research

opportunities

Your final year of study is a time to further translate your skills into practice: • Focus more on building your

professional networks with the industry

• Discover job opportunities posted on Job portal,

• Build up your professional profile (CV, Linkedin…)

• Meet with your career advisors

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The Student Council (SC) serves as the voice of the students and acts as a conduit for communications between students and the University. SC is a group of elected and volunteer students working within the framework of a constitution or bylaws to provide a means for student expression, and assistance in student affairs and activities, give opportunities for student experience in leadership, and encourage student/faculty/community relations. SC includes the president, vice president(s), the secretariat, and members who are elected by VinUni students in a transparent and democratic process. Participation in SC should be more than creating memories that connect you to VinUniversity, it is an opportunity for you to apply academic knowledge to practical circumstances, hone your skill sets, and expand your network. More information on the Student Council will be covered in your Orientation. 8.2 Student Clubs and Societies – Get Connected, Get Involved!

VinUniversity has various student-run clubs, including: Academic & professional clubs, sport & art clubs & community clubs. Through student clubs, you will have great experiential learning opportunities to improve your competencies, widen your horizon and exposure, and generate high value-added developmental experiences, all in a supportive learning environment. The student clubs will also contribute directly to cultivating your graduate attributes for success: Empathy, Exceptional Capability, Creativity, Leadership Spirit, and Entrepreneurship Mindset. We will support all student clubs in terms of financial resources, mentors, protocols, and set-up (with prior approval). We also have other special forms of support to student club/society if they represent VinUni in a prestigious, national, or international competition/forum/activities.

If you are interested in founding or joining a club or society, or running your own event on campus, there are plenty of ways the Student Affairs Management can help get your ideas to take off. Instructions on creating a new club & running your own event on campus can be found here: https://vinuni.edu.vn/life-at-vinuni/ 9. Community Service Experience Education at VinUni emphasizes the importance of learning for public service and the public good. Community-Based Learning allows you and community organizations to work together to meet both their needs and your academic requirements. Not-for-profit and government organizations identify projects of research, analysis, or evaluation that would be helpful to them, their beneficiaries, or the wilder community. Also, there are plenty of volunteer opportunities on campus and around Hanoi that will allow you to connect with the surrounding community and make an impact during your time. By participating in these projects, you can develop leadership skills, integrate theory and practice, equip some employable skills, and enrich your life as a valuable citizen. 10. Diversity and Multicultural Experience Whether you are a Vietnamese or an international student, studying at VinUniversity will be a unique and life-changing experience, opening a whole new world to you.

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VinUniversity offers an international academic environment where you can learn and interact with faculty who have studied and worked at the leading universities in the world. They have cutting-edge expertise, come from many countries, and share a global vision. The curriculum programs that you are studying are based on international standards and are validated by Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania. Besides, the facility of VinUniversity is on par with any international university allowing you to experience state-of-the-art learning and research infrastructure. VinUniversity leaders, faculty, staff members, and students coming from different countries and cultures bring their own cultural identities to enrich life on campus. As a member of the VinUniversity community, you can also join different student clubs to part take in organizing such events as international cultural festivals. Here at VinUniversity, we value diversity so that you can be yourself and enjoy learning from the differences. We respect the differences, for instance, students who need their own private space for religious rituals are accommodated with praying rooms in the dormitory areas. Through the international exchange programs that VinUniversity has to offer, your classmates can also be friends from other universities while at VinUniversity. Or else, you can also go out and see the world with your own eyes by enrolling in an exchange program at one of the leading partner universities in the world.

11. Art and Sports Experience Learning through and about the arts enriches the experience of studying while at school as well as preparing students for life after school. Arts programs at VinUniversity aims at encouraging self-expression and creativity and building confidence as well as a sense of each identity.

A series of art talks, exhibitions, and shows will be held on campus monthly. You can connect with all the famous Vietnam and even global artists and artworks, develop your art projects, or just simply discover and enjoy the world of art.

Sports and exercise are not only beneficial to your health but can also have a positive effect on your study results. As a student at VinUniversity, you have a wide range of sporting activities to choose from.

Yoga, football, dance, swim, gymnastics, or tennis? What type of activities suit you? VinUniversity has a modern and well-equipped Sports Complex Center on campus which enables students to lead a campus life rich in physical activity. There are modern facilities for football, track, basketball, tennis, table tennis, gym, swimming, dance, yoga, and pilates on the campus. All students can benefit from sports activities as part of their university tuition.

You are also encouraged to create or involve in more than a sports team/club. It will not only help to improve your health but also allow you to try something new and push yourself outside your comfort zone. Besides, the university can be stressful, with the pressure of doing your work and meeting deadlines bound to have an impact on your mood. Sports teams/clubs allow you to let out this tension with your friends, in a supportive environment.

A sports day will be held every spring semester. This annual event is intended to include all university faculty, staff, and students in various sports and physical activities, both competitive and non-competitive any student who would like to join in can participate.

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12. Student Exchange Programs Undergraduate students at VinUniversity can also apply for, and participate in, exchange programs at international partner universities. We are working with leading universities in the world, including our two strategic collaborators Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania, to plan on the establishment of the exchange study programs for our VinUniversity students. You can choose to participate in either of the different exchange forms such as: Student Exchange following 1:1 module In this arrangement, if one VinUniversity student participates in the exchange semester(s) at the partner university, one student from the partner university will also attend VinUniversity for an equal duration of time. Please consult with your academic advisor for the credit transfer policy. Visiting Students There are different arrangements for this visiting student program.

➢ VinUniversity students will attend certain courses/semester as part of an undergraduate degree

program at a foreign host university and will receive transcripts from the host university. Credits

from the exchange study program will be recognized towards the degree program credits at

VinUniversity.

➢ VinUniversity students will attend a non-degree program at a partner university which is

customized based on VinUniversity’s requirements. It is normally a short-term course in which

students will receive certificates from the host university and the credits will be recognized towards the degree program credits at VinUniversity.

13. Celebrations

Celebrating events and festivals on campus has become an integral part of building a strong connection

among faculties, staff, and students. VinUniversity encourages students to embrace other traditions and

cultures just like the way you do with your own. Apart from building relationships and friendship, such a

celebration will bring happiness and love amongst the students.

As VinUni starts to build its student culture, students will no doubt create celebrations that are meaningful

and enjoyable for them, while keeping our principles of inclusivity, diversity, safety, and ethics in mind. For

now, we plan to host these annual events:

Halloween Carnival

Halloween, the most anticipated holiday of October, although originated from Western culture, is starting

to migrate and adapted by more and more Eastern countries. This international holiday will bring together

hundreds of students and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds to celebrate the diversity of the VinUni.

There are several Halloween traditions and activities that you might find occurring on VinUni campus: such

as party games, dancing to Halloween-themed music, pumpkin carving, decorations, trick or treating, fancy

dress, etc.

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Teacher’s Day Teacher’s Day is a special celebration in our school and in Vietnam. Teacher’s Day provides an opportunity

for students to show their appreciation and respect for their teachers. Each year, Teacher’s Day is

celebrated on 20 November. VinUniversity will celebrate with a day of games and fun class activities.

Christmas Charity Flea Market

The Christmas Charity Flea Market will be an annual event for all faculties, staff, student, and their families

to enjoy a happy traditional occasion but also participate in charity fundraising for humanitarian and

charitable causes selected by members of the VinUni community.

The Charity Market organized on every Christmas Festival occasion is an entertainment, shopping

exhibition, games & performances, and non-profit fundraising event, from which all money and donation

collected from the event’s sponsors, contributors, participants, etc. will be used for VinUni student’

community trips.

Year-End Party

A pleasant and cozy Year-end Party will take place at the campus to express our gratitude to faculty and friends, look back and appreciate our efforts and accomplishments, and share new plans for the upcoming year. All of you will experience an enjoyable party with delicious food and interesting activities such as singing, dancing, and lucky draw game. Intercultural Awareness Events Intercultural awareness events will be hosted over a month at VinUni Campus, with many activities including a traditional food feast, outdoor movie screening, traditional costume showcases, and fun cultural fairs, networking sessions, etc.

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PART 3: ENJOY UNIVERSITY LIFE AT ITS FULLEST One of the quintessential university experiences is staying in a dorm, which is an ideal place to seek out better social opportunities, make friends, be independent, and gain life experiences. Living in the dorm provides you with a safe transition into adulthood. You live under the safety, guardianship, and support of the VinUniversity Residential Life Management team. VinUniversity is committed to adopting and promoting sustainability in all its campus operations to the extent possible. As part of your dorm life, you will be expected to adopt and comply with the sustainable practices implemented by residential life. Find more information about residential life guideline at https://vinuni.edu.vn/life-at-vinuni/residence-life-guidelines/ 14. Accommodation and Residential Life 14.1 Housing and Support Services 14.1.1. Dorm Room

VinUniversity Dorm is located at Vinhomes Ocean Park, Gia Lam, Ha Noi. In a first of a kind university

experience in Vietnam, but practiced in the world’s best universities, all first-year students are required to

live in VinUni dormitories, truly co-living, co-working, and co-learning together. We strongly believe that

living together allows all you to make social connections, study, and learn together and build lasting bonds

that will be beneficial throughout your life.

There are two types of rooms available in VinUni dorm for students: • 8-Bed-Rooms (average area of 52 m2); • Double Rooms (average area of 21 m2); What is included in the room? • Bed, mattress and mattress protector, pillow • Desk, chair • Fridge and microwave • Wardrobe and shelving unit • Toilet, bathroom, and sink • Air conditioner • Internet (wi-fi) • All suites have their own bathrooms. Access Key: Resident accesses to the room by the access key which is integrated with a Student ID card,

parking card.

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Recreation Room and Social Hub

At VinUni, you can avail of a comfortable recreation room, perfect for relaxing and chilling out. We are

committed to making VinUni your home away from home, whether you commute or reside in campus

accommodation. To help this, we provide custom-built areas for you to chill out, relax, and enjoy

themselves. These common spaces are not limited to only residents but also serve all university students

The area is located in the basement of the dormitory.

The recreational area consists of: o Pool tables - Three tables are available to students. o Vending machines - A variety of soft drinks, snacks, tea, and coffee are available to purchase. o Information center - There is an area dedicated to the provision of information. Leaflets, important

dates, and contact details of various welfare, education, and equality agencies are available. o Noticeboards - Boards for clubs and societies, along with general noticeboards, are located around the

rec room to provide information on upcoming events.

Reading Room

Reading Room reinvigorates its legacy as a site of social learning and a center for public intellectual life. It

is a cozy, intimate space to linger and study, a gathering spot for meetings, and home to collaborative

programs, projects, and conversations. You can also find most of the services you need in daily life in your

dormitories, such as laundry facility, mailbox, and delivery services. The reception at level 1 is

always available in case of any inquiry, assistance, or recommendation needed when staying there.

Dormitory Canteen, Main Building Canteen, and Cafeteria shall serve breakfast and lunch. Only the Dormitory Canteen at Level 1 of the Dormitory Building serves dinner. The meal plan and the cost of the meal plan will be informed by the Canteen service provider. The cafeteria is located in VinUni Campus with drinks and fast food available and is open between 07:30-

17:00.

Looking for a snack? A mini convenience store is available nearby the dormitory which provides thousands of daily-need items. Use VinID Apps, debit/credit card, or cash to make purchases. 14.1.3 Building Services We maintain various channels to support you during your time at the residence. Residential Life Office

Residence Life Office is responsible for the overall functioning of VinUni’s dormitory. The Office opens from

7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Saturday.

Resident Assistants are VinUni students who work for the Residence Life Office and provide support and

facilitate the resident community. The staff of the Residence Life Office or Resident Assistant will be around

in case of any inquiry, assistance or recommendation needed.

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Faculty also has an important role in Residential Life. They live in a dorm and share students their living

experiences. This is the opportunity to provide a seamless transition between the classroom and the

residence hall environment.

Maintenance Our maintenance team is on duty 24/7 to support you with the issues of technique. You can report the issue through the Residential Life Office or directly to the maintenance hotline for emergencies. Security Security staff works on-site 24/7 and they can assist with all aspects of security. Please note that you are also responsible for the security of your accommodation. You should always ensure that you close and lock all doors and windows when leaving. Personal belongings should be stored safely and securely. 14.1.4 Care of Residential Property Room Inspections and Student Charges

Residential Life Office inspects all student rooms and suites at least once during the academic year. Students who damage any part of the suite or its furnishings will be charged the full cost, including labor, for repainting, replacing, or refinishing damaged areas or items. Prohibited items such as cooking appliances, pets, alcohol, space heaters, or weapons will be reported. Their rooms will be reinspected to ensure compliance with VinUniversity policies and fire regulations. Students are expected to keep their dorm rooms, their personal spaces, shared and common spaces in their suite, and the common areas in the dorm clean and tidy. Students will be charged a cleaning fee in case of an excessive mess.

Collective Responsibility

It is expected that students will take responsibility for damage (accidental or deliberate) that they cause to

any part of a University building or its furnishings. In cases where individuals do not take responsibility

for damage to common areas or private rooms, a shared group charge will be assessed.

14.1.5 Resident Assistant Program Think about making a difference on campus by being a Resident Assistant (RA)! The RA role plays a vital part in building the community in the residential halls. RAs are student leaders on campus who are trained to create welcoming residential environments on campus through programming, one-to-one resident outreaches, and informative bulletin boards. If you are interested in this program, you must attend an information session to receive an application for the RA position. Information sessions will review requirements for application, roles, and responsibilities of staff members, timeline, important dates, and more.

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14.2 Transportation and Parking

Campus Transportation

Within the campus, students are encouraged to walk or cycle between the Dormitory and Main Building or other buildings, as the distance is not far. If a student needs special accommodation because of a disability or emergency, an electric vehicle can be arranged. Dormitory Parking

Students are allowed to park their vehicles at the Dormitory Parking. A register for monthly parking is

required. Guests of students and students can park at the Dormitory Parking for a daily fee. A guest card

will be issued at the gate.

14.3 Fire Safety and Emergency Exits Each classroom, dormitory, and shared space has a fire emergency evacuation plan specifically designed for that facility. Students should become familiar with these plans and be aware of the locations of emergency exits. Building evacuations will occur when an alarm sounds and/or upon notification by authorized personnel. If the fire alarm is activated, immediately evacuate the building via the closest emergency exit. Do not delay or ignore the alarm. If you discover or suspect a fire,

• Activate the fire alarm • Promptly head to the nearest emergency exit and leave the building • Do not use elevators • Do not pack or retrieve any belongings • Call for fire rescue at 114 when it is safe to do so

Students are prohibited from tampering with smoke detectors, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, or emergency exits. All doorways, hallways, and stairways must be kept clear for emergency access. Any personal items or furniture placed in these areas will be removed without prior notice. Smoking is prohibited on the VinUniversity campus other than certain designated areas. The use of candles or incenses is not permitted.

15. Student Health and Well-being 15.1 Medical services VinUni's on-campus medical clinic aims to provide high-quality, accessible, and confidential medical care to our students and staff. Whether you are feeling unwell or seek medical advice, the clinic's experienced nurses are available to help and to answer any questions you have regarding your health. Students are welcome to use the VinUni medical clinic as your primary health care resource for the duration of your time at the university.

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Quality medical care - The clinic is operated by VinMec, the most esteemed health system in the country. This also allows for a smooth link to all the services available at VinMec when required. Conveniently located - The clinic is situated on the ground floor of VinUni's main building, making it centrally-located and easily accessible. Accessible, covered services - All services are provided at no cost to VinUni students and staff. Easy-to-use - The clinic operates both on a drop-in basis or by pre-booked appointments. Simply call 0866100016 to speak to a nurse or to book an appointment. The clinic's hours of operation are:

Monday to Friday: 9 AM to 6 PM Saturday: 9 AM to 2 PM Sunday: closed

15.2 Personal Counseling Everybody needs help at some time. At VinUniversity, we make it straight forward. We want students to have the right support at the right time. If you need to speak to someone for immediate support, the counseling support line is available at any time, day or night, including University closing time. We have a range of support services to help you stay well so you can enjoy most of your time here. You are not on your own. Book an appointment with our trained and experienced counselors whenever you face troubles related to stress, anxiety, bullying, depression, grief and loss, loneliness, anger, sleeplessness, eating disorders, relationship issues…We provide free and confidential access to emotional support and advice to help you find relief from current emotional distress, explore coping strategy and advice pathways for longer-term solutions. It’s upon your choice to have a one-to-one appointment and group-based support. To book your appointment, please email to studentaffairs@vinuni.edu.vn

We also plan to run a range of workshops and sessions aimed at helping you improve your academic, life, and wellbeing skills such as Mindfulness Meditation, Mindfulness Yoga, Health Relationship, Stress Coping Strategies, Time Management. Check the VinUni announcements for the latest updates.

16. Community Standards 16.1 Alcohol and Drugs VinUniversity believes that everyone has the right to work and study in an environment free from the effects of substance misuse. The unlawful possession, use, purchase, or distribution of alcohol and drugs on University property or as part of any University activity is prohibited. The University is committed to promoting the safety and well-being of the community and its members, to maintain a safe campus, where students can enjoy university living, study and thrive in a supportive environment and make responsible and healthy choices.

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VinUniversity strongly expects each student to share information for the safety and well-being of your

fellow students and to seek assistance from the University officials (Advisors, Counsellor, Office of Student

Services) and/or medical emergency services, without fear of the University disciplinary action for or the

consumption of alcohol and/or use of controlled substances.

16.2 Community Relations VinUniversity aims to gain a broad understanding of different cultures and religions among students, faculties, and staff. Each member of our community should be willing to address and discuss ethical issues and work together to determine a process to solve any conflicts. Students are expected to consider respect and consideration for others and their religion as a community standard. This is a core value to harmonize the community and support the growth of each member in a diverse community. Insensitivity to those issues can result in a great impact on the community such as anxiety, stress, poor physical health, poor academic performance, loss of self-esteem, etc. All members are responsible for their acts, therefore, VinUniversity will condemn any form of religious and racial harassment. VinUniversity supports an inclusive learning environment that acknowledges, seeks to understand, and respects the differences among individuals, and welcomes diversity as a source of our individual and collective strength. Students and instructors in this class are expected to respect differences and demonstrate diligence in understanding how other peoples' perspectives and behaviors may be different from their own. Adapted from the inclusivity statement at Cornell University, found here https://teaching.cornell.edu/resource/getting-started-constructing-syllabus

16.3 Harassment VinUniversity is committed to maintaining a respectful environment for learning. Therefore, Harassment of any kind, for any reason, is strictly prohibited. Harassment is any verbal or physical conduct that shows aversion or hostility to an individual or group of individuals for any reason. Activities that are considered harassment may include but are not limited to:

• Verbal abuse, ridicule, offensive jokes or comments

• Threatening, intimidating, or hostile acts

• Displaying or distributing offensive materials, writings, or images

• Harassment may also include conducts carried out over the internet, through email, social media, or other electronic means.

VinUniversity encourages anyone who believes that they have been the object of harassment to seek information and advice concerning applicable harassment policies, resolution, formal complaints, or counseling. Individuals who participate in harassment directly or indirectly will be subject to strict disciplinary action as described in the Student Code of Conduct.

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16.4 Disability It is VinUniversity’s policy to ensure that no qualified student with a disability is denied the benefits of, excluded from participation in, or otherwise subjected to discrimination in any school program or activity. VinUniversity does not discriminate or permit discrimination based on disability in matters of admissions, employment, housing, or services. The university is dedicated to working with students and staff to create an accessible and inclusive learning environment and remove or reduce barriers to learning. If you think you might require disability-related support, contact the Student Affairs Management Office for further instruction. You are expected to:

▪ Live, learn, and grow. ▪ Provide the same respect to others that you expect. ▪ Assist the staff in building a positive community within the residence halls. ▪ Get involved in activities by becoming active, positive, and contributing community

members. ▪ Abide by all Residence Life policies and report any violations to a staff member. ▪ Take responsibility for your own actions and the actions of your guests. ▪ Take your academics seriously by attending and studying for your classes. ▪ Aid in creating and maintaining a community in which bigotry, oppression, and

hatred will not be tolerated. ▪ Have fun and enjoy the experience of living in the residence halls

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PART 4: WORK - GET A HEAD START ON YOUR CAREER

17. Career Services at VinUniversity Our career services program is designed to nurture your employability. Right from your first year at university, you will have access to a wide range of career counseling services and resources to help put you in the best career position by the end of your degree. 17.1 Career orientation activities Various career events will be held all year round, to provide you exposure to the career and further study opportunities that are available and might be of interest to you. You will engage with the industry by participating in career talks, job fairs, company visits, with researchers and scholars from VniUni and other universities to learn about opportunities for further study, you will participate in a work-study program right on VinUni campus to get a taste of working in the real world, and much more. These activities will inform you about opportunities, required skills, expectations of prospective employers so that you can plan and prepare to excel in your job upon graduation. 17.2. Career skills workshops From your first year to your first graduate job, our career skills workshops will support you in identifying and reaching your career goals. We will deliver career skills workshops and activities to assist you with career planning, developing effective job search skills, and building professional skills to make a good impression in the workplace. Topics may include:

• Job search skills

• Networking

• Looking for casual work

• LinkedIn, social media and your job search

• Cover letters and selection criteria

• Resume writing

• Interview skills

• Assessment centers

• Preparing for the workplace: make the right impression

17.3 Career Advice It’s never too early to start thinking about your career. From your first year of university, there are numerous things you can be doing to prepare for your future career and start moving forward. Getting involved in campus life and taking advantage of the opportunities available on campus is a good place to start. The Careers Service Center will guide and support you on your career journey. Further information at https://vinuni.edu.vn/career-development/on-campus-employment/

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18. Work-Study Program VinUniversity promotes a co-living, co-working, and co-learning environment as we do not separate

education from life. Work-Study Program not only contributes to your connections with academics and

staff but serves the purposes of fostering your holistic development and growing as a person. The Program

is expected to narrow down the school-to-work gap for you. This paid job aims to deepen their knowledge,

strengthen their skills, and gain career-related experiences during your undergraduate journey at different

academic and functional departments at VinUniversity.

Work-study students will have opportunities to serve as research assistants and teaching assistants for

faculty, and work on the campus in administrative and support jobs such as Library support, lab support,

IT desk support, administrative support, etc.

Working hour Limitations During the school year

➢ Up to 15 hours/week total during Fall/Spring semesters During summer and other seasonal breaks

➢ There are no limitations in terms of the number of hours you can work If you have any questions about your hour limitations or employment restrictions, please contact the Student Affairs Management Office.

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University Directory

In an emergency, please kindly contact at 0866100018

Academic Offices Administrative Offices

Faculty of Arts and Science (FAS) Block I – Level 4 E: fas@vinuni.edu.vn

First-Year Student Center Block A – Level 1 Hotline: +84.923213598

College of Business and Management (CBM) Block I – Level 4 E: CBM@vinuni.edu.vn

Student Affairs Management Office Block A – Room A207 E: studentaffairs@vinuni.edu.vn T: +84-2471089779 – Ext: 9088

College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) Block I – Level 4 E: CECS@vinuni.edu.vn

Office of Registrar Block I – Room I317 E: registrar@vinuni.edu.vn T: +84-2471089779 – Ext: 9004

College of Health Sciences (CHS) Block I – Level 4 E: CHS@vinuni.edu.vn

Library Block A – Room A208 E: library@vinuni.edu.vn

VinUniversity Medical Simulation Center (VMSC) Block F – Level 1,2,3 and Block E – Level 2

Residential Life Office Block J – Room JB112 Hotline: 0866100018

Security Hotline 024.71089779 (ext.9901) for campus security or (ext.9903) for technical support.

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Questions? Our Contact Team is here to help Email: registrar@vinuni.edu.vn and studentaffairs@vinuni.edu.vn

Authorization This Handbook is not intended to be a contract between VinUniversity and the Student. The Student Handbook is available online at https://vinuni.edu.vn/handbook/. Changes in the content may be made at any time. VinUniversity reserves the right to amend, modify, add to, or delete from its rules, policies, and procedures without notice.