Hanoi Open University

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The Hanoi Open University (HOU)

Hanoi Open University (HOU) is an establishment of higher education training and research with different forms of training - distant and face-to-face - designedto meet the diversified learning needs of the society. Its mission is to increase the scientific and technical potential of Vietnam.

HOU was founded on November 3, 1993 under a decision by the Prime Minister of Vietnam. It operates within the system of state universities, under the direct control of the Ministry of Education and Training, and is entitled to all statutes of a public university.

HOU's Open Learning Programme offers training courses via internet, radio and television. Classes are asynchronous and do not lead to any degree.

In 2006, HOU enrolment totalled 10,000 students in face-to-face courses, and 20,000 students studying remotely.

The Hanoi Open University web site is at http://www.fithou.edu.vn/english/index2.asp

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HOU has established links with many international educational institutions and organizations, e.g.:

• Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU)
• UNESCO PROAP
• Agence Intergouvernementale de la Francophonie (AIF)
• WUSC
• SEAMEO Regional Open Learning Center (SEAMOLEC)
• London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)
• Various universities, colleges and institutes in China, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, India and South Korea.

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