General objective

The bachelor’s program in English Language aims to train good quality bachelors: with qualities and abilities to meet the actual needs of society; Able to use English fluently with a minimum level equivalent to level 5 according to The Vietnam Six-level of Foreign Language Proficiency Framework or level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and Chinese with the minimum level is equivalent to HSK4 according to the six-level Chinese Proficiency Test or B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Students have a strong self-study ability, are capable of self-training and accumulating professional knowledge, qualities, and skills to participate in the study, research at higher levels, or become experts in the field of expertise, flexible working in a domestic and international environment. Depending on the chosen major, students will be able to use Chinese as a second foreign language at a basic or intermediate level; have basic or advanced professional knowledge of languages and cultures; as well as the knowledge and skills necessary to work in fields related to the trained major.

Detail objectives

PO1: Enable students to develop physically, mentally, and intellectually, as well as develop students’ outlook on life, and sense of national pride by equipping students with general knowledge of political theory, law, economics, social, physical education, music, and national defense education.
PO2: Provides students with fundamental and in-depth knowledge of the English language, and basic knowledge about different countries, people and cultures.
PO3: Develop students’ language skills, combined with communication skills, study, active research, and flexibility in studying and working in a multicultural environment; at the same time, equip knowledge and sharpen the entrepreneurship mindset and entrepreneurial experience.
PO4: Orientate students towards having the right attitude and work ethic, being able to think creatively, working in groups, working independently, and having the ability to solve problems related to jobs and industries that use English and Chinese languages, and effectively combining professional knowledge, being capable of lifelong learning for personal and professional development.
PO5: Help students master the English language at an advanced level and use Chinese as a second foreign language at a basic level (for English – English majors) or intermediate level (for English – Chinese majors).

Career prospects

Students majoring in English can work in domestic enterprises, foreign-invested enterprises, representative offices, and domestic and international organizations in the fields of tourism, commerce, business, import-export, communication, aviation, etc., and can take on some jobs such as:
– Lecturer, foreign language teacher;
– Translators and interpreters;
– R&D specialist;
– Tour guide;
– Employees of establishments in tourism and restaurants, agencies in charge of heritage and monument management, and tourism activities management;
– Sales, sales, business development officer;
– Assistant (general) director, project director, project specialist;
– Expert in publishing and media industry;
– Foreign language news reporter;
– Language-related jobs, and use of English and Chinese languages.

Program Learning Outcomes

PLO Name PLO Description
1 PLO1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of social sciences, politics, law, and national defense and security, contributing to the formation of worldview and scientific methodology.
2 PLO2 Demonstrate the mindset and ability to implement start-up projects, creative spirits, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
3 PLO3 Communicate and work in groups effectively in academic and practical environments.
4 PLO4 Utilize English in communication and learning and be able to communicate simply in Chinese, equivalent to elementary level.
5 PLO5 Demonstrate professional behaviours, ethicalness, social responsibilities, and willingness to serve the community.
6 PLO6 Cultivate strong mental and physical health, express national identity, and be confident in global integration.
7 PLO7 Develop self-study and lifelong learning skills and capabilities to adapt to the constant change of technology and society.
8 PLO8 Demonstrate language capacity in 4 skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing fluently and achieve language proficiency in level 5 according to the 6-level Foreign Language Proficiency Framework for Vietnam or equivalent to level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to serve effectively for academic, social, and professional purposes.
9 PLO9 Apply language competence, together with research, synthesis, analysis and evaluation of data and information skills in learning and professional work, solving problems in a range of written/spoken forms.
10 PLO10 Recognize and understand basic knowledge and characteristics of people, cultures customs and behaviours; and apply the knowledge to studying, working and multicultural environments.
11 PLO11 Demonstrate abilities to apply basic and in-depth knowledge of levels and aspects of the English language to study and professional practice, and know how to approach and analyse English literatures.
12 PLO12 Demonstrate understanding the professional characteristics and the required knowledge, capacity, attitudes and qualities for professions in various fields and career orientations related to the use of English such as interpreting and translation, teaching, communication, international business, etc.
13 PLO13 Apply language and professional knowledge and skills, and interdisciplinary knowledge of culture, economy, politics, society and science to study and work with professional attitude and manners.