VNU University of Social Sciences and Humanities


VNU University of Social Sciences and Humanities, abbreviated as VNU-USSH, is a major research university in Hanoi, Vietnam, and a member university of Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

History

In October 1945, President Hồ Chí Minh signed the decree to establish University of Literature - the precursor of the current VNU-USSH. In April 1956, University of Hanoi was established. During this period, fundamental foundation for the disciplines of social sciences and humanities as well as the university’s tradition and reputation were laid.
In September 1995, the VNU University of Social Sciences and Humanities was established on the basis of social sciences and humanities from University of Hanoi, and became an official member of Vietnam National University, Hanoi - the country’s leading comprehensive and most prestigious training and research center.

Rectors (1995 - present)

Programs

Undergraduate programs

Graduate programs

Master's Programs

Doctoral Programs

School, Faculties and Division

For over 70 years, the University has represented the convergence of leading revolutionary intellectuals such as President Hồ Chí Minh, Prime Minister Phạm Văn Đồng, General Võ Nguyên Giáp, erudite scholars including professors Đặng Thai Mai, Trần Văn Giàu, Đào Duy Anh, Cao Xuân Huy, Trần Đức Thảo, Đinh Gia Khánh, Đinh Xuân Lâm, Hà Minh Đức, Hà Văn Tấn, Hoàng Như Mai, Hoàng Xuân Nhị, Lê Đình Kỵ, Lê Văn Lan, Nguyễn Tài Cẩn, Phan Cự Đệ, Phan Huy Lê, Trần Đình Hượu, Trần Quốc Vượng and generations of eminent academics who have founded and developed the social sciences and humanities in the country, and brought international fame to Vietnam.
VNU-USSH has educated and hosted many prominent modern Vietnamese politicians, including: General Secretary - President Nguyễn Phú Trọng, Secretary Phạm Quang Nghị,...