Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade

Faculty of Political Theory

Information on University Admissions for 2026

The Admission Council of Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade (HUIT) hereby announces the enrollment regulations for the full-time undergraduate programs in 2026 as follows:I. GENERAL INFORMATION1.1. Eligibility Requirements

  • Candidates who have graduated from a high school or vocational high school in Vietnam, or possess a foreign high school diploma recognized as equivalent. Candidates holding a vocational diploma in the same field of study must have fully completed all high school academic knowledge requirements as prescribed by law.

  • Candidates must meet the health standards currently in force for academic study.

  • Candidates must provide complete and valid personal information and application dossiers as regulated.

1.2. Scope of AdmissionNationwide recruitment.1.3. Admission PathwaysThe University does not conduct early admission. The official announcement of admission results will strictly adhere to the timeline provided by the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET).

  • Admission Method 1 (PT1): Evaluation based on the 2026 High School Graduation Exam results.

  • Admission Method 2 (PT2): Evaluation based on High School Academic Records (Transcripts for Grades 10, 11, and 12).

  • Admission Method 3 (PT3): Evaluation based on the 2026 Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT/Competency Assessment) organized by Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Admission Method 4 (PT4): Direct admission as per the regulations of the Ministry of Education and Training.

  • Admission Method 5 (PT5): Evaluation combining the 2026 Specialized Competency Assessment test results from Ho Chi Minh City University of Education with High School Academic Records.

  • Online Screening Registration: tuyensinh.huit.edu.vn

  • Registration Period: From May 20, 2026, to the end of June 20, 2026.

1.4. Full-Time Undergraduate Majors

No.

Major Code

Major Name

Subject Combination

1

7810103

Tourism and Travel Services Management

D01, C03, D15, C00

2

7810201

Hotel Management

D01, C03, D15, C00

3

7810202

Restaurant and Catering Services Management

D01, C03, D15, C00

4

7819009

Nutrition and Culinary Science

B00, A01, C02, D07

5

7819010

Culinary Arts and Processing Science

B00, A01, C02, D07

6

7810101

Tourism

D01, C03, D15, C00

7

7380101

Law

D01, C03, X01, C00

8

7380107

Economic Law

D01, C03, X01, C00

9

7220201

English Language

D01, A01, D09, D14

10

7220204

Chinese Language

D01, A01, D09, D14

11

7480201

Information Technology

D01, A00, C01, X26

12

7480202

Information Security

D01, A00, C01, X26

13

7460108

Data Science

D01, A00, C01, X26

14

7340301

Accounting

D01, A01, C01, A00

15

7340201

Finance and Banking

D01, A01, C01, A00

16

7340205

Financial Technology (Fintech)

D01, A01, C01, A00

17

7340115

Marketing

D01, A01, C01, A00

18

7340122

E-Commerce

D01, A01, C01, A00

19

7510605

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

D01, A01, C01, A00

20

7340101

Business Administration

D01, A01, C01, A00

21

7340120

International Business

D01, A01, C01, A00

22

7540204

Textile and Garment Technology

D01, A01, C01, A00

23

7340123

Fashion and Textile Business

D01, A01, C01, A00

24

7540101

Food Technology

B00, B08, A00, D07

25

7540106

Food Safety and Quality Assurance

B00, B08, A00, D07

26

7340129

Food Business Administration

D01, B00, C02, D07

27

7540105

Seafood Processing Technology

B00, B08, A00, D07

28

7510202

Mechanical Manufacturing Technology

D01, A01, C01, A00

29

7510203

Mechatronics Engineering Technology

D01, A01, C01, A00

30

7520115

Thermal Engineering

D01, A01, C01, A00

31

7510301

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology

D01, A01, C01, A00

32

7510303

Control Engineering and Automation Technology

D01, A01, C01, A00

33

7510401

Chemical Engineering Technology

B00, B08, A00, D07

34

7510402

Materials Technology

B00, B08, A00, D07

35

7420201

Biotechnology

B00, B08, A00, D07

36

7850101

Natural Resources and Environmental Management

B00, A01, A00, D07

37

7510406

Environmental Engineering Technology

B00, A01, A00, D07

38

7480107

Artificial Intelligence

D01, A00, C01, X26

39

7510601

Industrial Management

D01, A01, C01, A00

1.5. International Joint Undergraduate Programs

No.

Major Code

Major Name

Subject Combination

1

LK7220204

Chinese Language - Joint Program with Ludong University, China

A00, A01, B00, B08, C00, C01, C02, C03, D01, D07, D09, D14, D15, X01, X26

2

LK7340101

Business Administration - Joint Program with Shinawatra University, Thailand

A00, A01, B00, B08, C00, C01, C02, C03, D01, D07, D09, D14, D15, X01, X26

3

BL7220204

Chinese Language - Joint Program with Beijing Language and Culture University, China (BLCU)

A00, A01, B00, B08, C00, C01, C02, C03, D01, D07, D09, D14, D15, X01, X26

4

CU7220204

Chinese Language (Applied Chinese) - Joint Program with Chinese Culture University, Taiwan

A00, A01, B00, B08, C00, C01, C02, C03, D01, D07, D09, D14, D15, X01, X26

5

CU7340120

International Business - Joint Program with Chinese Culture University, Taiwan

A00, A01, B00, B08, C00, C01, C02, C03, D01, D07, D09, D14, D15, X01, X26

1.6. List of Subjects in Subject Combinations

Combination

Subject 1

Subject 2

Subject 3

A00

Mathematics

Physics

Chemistry

A01

Mathematics

Physics

English

B00

Mathematics

Chemistry

Biology

B08

Mathematics

Biology

English

C00

Literature

History

Geography

C01

Literature

Mathematics

Physics

C02

Literature

Mathematics

Chemistry

C03

Literature

Mathematics

History

D01

Mathematics

Literature

English

D07

Mathematics

Chemistry

English

D09

Mathematics

History

English

D14

Literature

English

History

D15

Literature

Geography

English

X01

Mathematics

Literature

Economic and Legal Education

X26

Mathematics

Computer Science

English

II. QUALITY ASSURANCE ENTRANCE THRESHOLDS (CUT-OFF MARKS)The quality assurance entrance threshold refers to the minimum proficiency requirements demonstrated through academic records or examination/assessment results required for candidates to enroll and successfully complete the training program.2.1. For Candidates Who Graduated in 2025 or Earlier:a) Law and Economic Law Majors:Candidates must meet the admission criteria stated in Decision No. 678/QĐ-BGDĐT dated March 14, 2025, by the Minister of Education and Training regarding undergraduate training standards for the Law domain. Simultaneously, candidates must satisfy the quality assurance entrance threshold stipulated and announced by the University under the current MOET admission regulations, specifically:

  • The total score of the 3 subjects in the chosen combination must reach 20.00 points or higher for PT2 and PT5, or 720 points or higher for PT3.

  • The admission score for Mathematics must be at least 6.0 and Literature must be at least 6.0, OR Literature must be at least 6.0.

  • The overall grade point average (GPA) for the entire Grade 12 year must be rated "Good" (học lực Giỏi) or higher (for vocational high school graduates and equivalents, the academic performance of the final two semesters will be evaluated).

b) For All Other Majors/Training Programs:Admissions follow the quality assurance entrance thresholds set and published by the University in accordance with current MOET admission regulations:

  • The total score of the 3 subjects in the chosen combination must reach 20.00 points or higher (standard full-time undergraduate programs) or 18.00 points or higher (international joint programs) for PT2 and PT5; and 600 points or higher for PT3.

2.2. For Candidates Graduating in 2026:a) Law and Economic Law Majors:Candidates registering for Law and Economic Law must meet the requirements of Decision No. 678/QĐ-BGDĐT dated March 14, 2025, by the Minister of Education and Training, Circular No. 06/2026/TT-BGDĐT dated February 15, 2026, by the Ministry of Education and Training on Admission Regulations, and the university-announced thresholds:

  • PT1: To be explicitly specified after the Ministry of Education and Training announces the 2026 High School Graduation Examination results. Candidates must meet the following minimum conditions:

    • A total score of 18.00 points or higher for the 3 subjects in the high school graduation exam combination.

    • A minimum score of 6.0 in Mathematics and 6.0 in Literature.

  • PT2, PT3, PT5: Candidates must fulfill the following criteria:

    • A total score of 20.00 points or higher for PT2 and PT5, or 720 points or higher for PT3.

    • A minimum score of 6.0 in Mathematics and 6.0 in Literature, OR a minimum score of 6.0 in Literature.

    • The overall GPA for the entire Grade 12 year must be rated "Good" (học lực Giỏi) or higher (or the final two semesters for vocational equivalents).

    • The total score of the 3 High School Graduation Exam subjects (or using Mathematics, Literature, and another exam subject) must be 18.00 points or higher, OR the high school graduation score (vocational graduation exam score) must be 8.50 or higher.

b) For All Other Majors/Training Programs:

  • Candidates must achieve a total minimum score of 15.00 points across the 3 subjects of the High School Graduation Examination (or vocational graduation exam) in the admission year within their chosen subject combination (or using Mathematics, Literature, and another exam subject). (This rule does not apply to candidates granted special high school graduation exemptions or those stipulated under Clause 1, Clause 2 (points a, c, d, e), Clause 3, and Clause 4 of Article 8 of the University's Full-time Undergraduate Admission Regulations).

  • Candidates must reach a total score of 20.00 points or higher (standard programs) or 18.00 points or higher (international joint programs) for PT2 and PT4; and 600 points or higher for PT3.

Note: For the two joint programs with Chinese Culture University, Taiwan, candidates must maintain a minimum GPA of 6.0 or higher for each individual academic year (Grades 10, 11, and 12).2.3. Conversion Principles for Threshold and Cut-off Variances Between Subject Combinations and Admission PathwaysThe University will announce the Conversion Principles for Threshold and Cut-off Variances Between Subject Combinations and Admission Pathways following the instructions of the Ministry of Education and Training.III. ADMISSION ORGANIZATION3.1. Regional and Priority Points AllocationPriority points based on geographical regions and target groups will be awarded in accordance with regulations issued by the Ministry of Education and Training.3.2. English Proficiency Certificate Conversion for Admission Scores

  • Target Candidates: Candidates wishing to use an English certificate for admission score conversion must register their certificate online via the University’s admission portal at: https://chungchi.huit.edu.vn/.

  • Registration Period: From the date of this announcement until the end of June 20, 2026.

English Certificate Score Conversion Matrix(Certificates must be issued by MOET-licensed units)

No.

Certificate Name

6.0 Points (CEFR A2)

7.0 Points (CEFR B1)

8.0 Points (CEFR B2)

9.0 Points (CEFR C1)

10.0 Points (CEFR C2)

1

IELTS

4.0

4.5 - 5.0

5.5 - 6.0

6.5 - 7.5

8.0 - 9.0

2

TOEIC

L/R: 250-270

S/W: 100-115

L/R: 275-325

S/W: 120-140

L/R: 330-375

S/W: 145-160

L/R: 380-425

S/W: 165-180

L/R: 430-495

S/W: 185-200

3

TOEFL iBT

40 - 44

45 - 59

60 - 78

79 - 101

102 - 120

4

TOEFL ITP

400 - 459

460 - 542

543 - 626

627 - 677

-

5

VSTEP

A2

B1

B2

C1

C2

6

APTIS ESOL

A2 (40 – 80)

B1 (140 - 159)

B2 (160 - 179)

C1 (180 - 189)

C2 (190 - 200)

7

Linguaskill

A2

B1

B2

C1

C2

8

PTE Academic

40 - 42

43 - 58

59 - 75

76 - 85

86 - 90

9

DELF (French)

DELF A2

DELF B1

DELF B2

DELF C1

DELF C2

10

Goethe (German)

-

Goethe B1

Goethe B2

Goethe C1

Goethe C2

11

JLPT (Japanese)

-

-

N3

N2

N1

12

HSK (Chinese)

HSK 3

HSK 4

HSK 5

HSK 6

HSK 7, 8, 9

  • Converted English scores are solely used to calculate the total admission score for the subject combination; they cannot be used to satisfy the initial quality assurance entrance threshold.

  • English certificates must be valid and within 02 years from the date of issuance up to June 20, 2026, and organized by test providers licensed by MOET.

  • The Admission Council will only convert English scores for candidates who submit a valid certificate. Candidates are solely responsible for the authenticity of their submitted credentials.

  • Score conversion is only applicable to Method 1 (High School Graduation Exam results) and Method 2 (High School Academic Records for Grades 10, 11, and 12).

3.3. Regulations for Incentive Points (Bonus Points)Target Candidates: Students from high schools that have signed a formal cooperation agreement with HUIT or students from specialized high schools (trường chuyên) are eligible for bonus incentive points when applying:

No.

Target Group

Maximum Incentive Points

1

Students from HUIT-partnered high schools who achieved a "Good" (Giỏi) or higher academic ranking across all three years (Grades 10, 11, and 12).

1.00 point

2

Students from specialized high schools.

1.50 points

Note: In cases where a candidate qualifies for multiple incentive point categories, the University will only apply the single highest bonus point value; points will not be accumulated.

  • Dossier Submission Deadline: From the date of this announcement until the end of June 20, 2026.

  • Submission Methods: Directly at the campus or via postal services.

3.4. Direct Admission Procedures (According to MOET Regulations)Candidates applying for direct admission under the regulations of the Ministry of Education and Training must submit supplemental documents to the University as follows:

  • Submission Deadline: From the date of this announcement until 17:00 on June 20, 2026.

  • Submission Method: Submit application dossiers directly to Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade using forms standardized by the Ministry of Education and Training.

  • On June 30, 2026, the University will announce the list of candidates qualified for direct admission on the MOET System and official university media channels.

Application Dossier for Direct Admission & Priority Direct Admission (Under Clauses 1 & 2, Article 8 of Decision No. 1163/QĐ-DCT dated March 24, 2026) includes:

  1. Registration Form for Direct Admission & Priority Direct Admission into the Full-time Undergraduate Program 2026 (University template).

  2. A photocopy of National ID/Citizen Identity Card.

  3. A photocopy of High School Academic Records (Transcripts).

  4. Photocopies of relevant verification proofs (e.g., Certificates of Merit for national/international prizes, National Emulation Fighter, Labor Hero, Hero of the Armed Forces certificates).

Application Dossier for Direct Admission (Under Clause 4, Article 8 of Decision No. 1163/QĐ-DCT dated March 24, 2026) includes:

  1. Registration Form for Direct Admission into the Full-time Undergraduate Program 2026 (University template).

  2. A photocopy of National ID/Citizen Identity Card or Passport (for foreign candidates).

  3. A photocopy of High School Academic Records (Transcripts).

  4. Photocopies of verification documents (e.g., Certificate of very small ethnic minority status, Certificate of severe disability issued by competent authorities).

Note:

  • Direct admission candidates wishing to enroll at HUIT must register their choice as Preference 1 (Nguyện vọng 1) on the MOET System. If a candidate registers multiple successful preferences, the result will default to the highest preference.

  • Following MOET and University regulations, admitted direct-admission students under Article 8 will receive a 100% tuition fee exemption for the 1st semester and a living allowance support of 3,000,000 VND/month. For subsequent semesters, these benefits will continue provided the student maintains an academic performance tier of "Good" (Giỏi) or higher and completes required community service works.

3.5. Wishlist Registration and Contact Information3.5.1. Wishlist RegistrationCandidates applying to Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade must register their preferences on the Admission Portal of the Ministry of Education and Training or via the National Public Service Portal in accordance with the national timeline. The institutional code for Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade is DCT.Critical Reminders:

  • Admissions will be processed from the highest scores downward until the enrollment quota is met. In the event of a tie-score at the cutoff, priority will be given to candidates with higher scores in Mathematics, Literature, or English (corresponding to each major's combination).

  • If a tie persists after applying the secondary subject criteria, order priority will favor the candidate with fewer incentive points; if incentive points are equal, priority goes to the higher preference order.

  • The University does not conduct early admission. All final admission results will be announced according to the national timeframe outlined by MOET.

  • Candidates hold full and legal responsibility for the accuracy of all registered details—including personal information, geographical region, priority target groups, and supporting documents.

  • During verification or post-admission review, if any discrepancies are discovered between the student's declarations and the data uploaded by high schools to the MOET portal, the admission offer will be revoked.

IV. STUDENT RIGHTS, ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES, AND SCHOLARSHIPS4.1. Student Rights

  • Students will receive accommodation assistance (dormitory or rental matching), part-time job hunting support during studies, career placement upon graduation, and guidance for student educational bank loans.

  • Full entitlement to state-mandated student welfare policies. Favorable conditions are provided for participating in scientific research, technology transfers, conferences, and publishing work in the university’s scientific journal.

  • Designated policy-priority students (e.g., ethnic minorities from exceptionally socio-economically disadvantaged regions, impoverished households) will receive specific scholarship review, financial allowances, and tuition exemptions.

  • Dedicated academic advisors will provide guidance on study tracks, module selection, study methods, research orientation, and soft skills development.

  • Flexible credit registration allowing students to customize schedules based on personal circumstances within the university framework.

  • Opportunities to enroll in a dual-degree or second-major program upon meeting eligibility conditions.

  • Access to a newly built, modern dormitory system fulfilling living, dining, and recreational needs.

4.2. Academic Opportunities

  • Learning in a modern, professional ecosystem linking theory with extensive corporate internships and field practices.

  • Comprehensive training in vital life and professional soft skills, shaping confident and highly employable graduates.

  • Post-graduate progression tracks allowing smooth transitions into Master’s or Doctoral levels, alongside international exchange and study abroad opportunities with global partners.

  • Vibrant student life through the Youth Union, Student Association, and Communist Party organizations to build leadership and community service skills.

4.3. Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen (Provisional Schemes)

  • Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships to honor top-scoring entrance achievements.

  • "Vượt khó" (Overcoming Hardships) financial aid and emergency grants for disadvantaged or low-income students.

  • Academic Encouragement Scholarships evaluated and awarded every semester based on academic and behavioral marks.

  • "Tiếp sức đến trường" (Supporting Your Steps to University) program providing initial financial packages to ease entry costs.

  • Tuition fee subsidies matching the stipulations of Decree No. 81/2021/NĐ-CP for exempt groups.

  • Direct financial rewards for outstanding individuals and class leaders at year-end reviews.

  • Complimentary health check-ups for freshmen upon entry.

  • Free essential soft skills training courses (communications, teamwork, time management).

  • Sibling tuition discount policies for families with multiple children studying simultaneously at HUIT (including twins and triplets).

  • A 50% Tuition Fee Discount for the first semester is granted to freshmen enrolled in the 2026 full-time undergraduate program under the following specific majors:

No.

Major Code

Major Name

1

7520115

Thermal Engineering

2

7819009

Nutrition and Culinary Science

3

7819010

Culinary Arts and Processing Science

4

7540204

Textile and Garment Technology

5

7340123

Fashion and Textile Business

6

7850101

Natural Resources and Environmental Management

7

7510406

Environmental Engineering Technology

8

7540105

Seafood Processing Technology

9

7510402

Materials Technology

CONTACT INFORMATION:ADMISSION AND COMMUNICATIONS CENTERHO CHI MINH CITY UNIVERSITY OF INDUSTRY AND TRADE (HUIT)