Medical Doctor Program

Hong Bang International University (HIU) is strategically located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City:

Campus 1:
215 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 15, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Campus 2:
36/70 Nguyen Gia Tri Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Practical Training Center – HIU Dental Clinic:
299 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 15, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

HIU Pharmacy:
36/70 Nguyen Gia Tri Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: (+84) 28 7308 3456 (ext. 3401)
Hotline: 0931 205 126 – 0964 239 172
Website: https://hiu.vn/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiu.vn/

1. Five-star facilities: Modern facilities located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, with internationally standardized lecture halls/classrooms/practice rooms and a wide range of experiential services for students. (Modern facilities include: 500-seat auditorium, food court, practice rooms, laboratories, playground, gym, computer labs, Mozart Music Hall, etc. https://www.facebook.com/hiu.studentcenter)

2. Multidisciplinary training programs: Programs across Health Sciences, Business – Management, Technology – Engineering, Social Sciences, International Languages & Cultures, Educational Sciences & Teacher Training.

3. Career opportunities: An ecosystem of 500 partner enterprises offers students opportunities to intern and gain practical experience from the first year, and to work at businesses right after graduation.

4. Faculty team of leading experts: Prestigious professors, associate professors, and PhDs, many of whom have studied and trained abroad. A multicultural and international learning environment with a diverse community of international students at HIU. Faculty information by department: https://hiu.vn/khoa/

5. Diverse experiential activities: With over 40 clubs in various fields: academic, arts & culture, sports, international student council. https://hiu.vn/cuoc-song-tai-hiu/cau-lac-bo-sinh-vien/

Choosing HIU means choosing a globally recognized university for leadership, innovation in technology, design, and business.

At HIU, you will learn from top industry experts and benefit from a strong network of corporate partners and a curriculum aligned with the latest industry trends.

Graduates are fully equipped to thrive in international working environments.

Commitment to ensuring all graduates achieve IELTS 5.5 or higher, mastering listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and gaining the confidence to work globally.

A modern, five-star learning environment designed by D.P. Architects Singapore Corporation – ranked among the world’s top 10 architecture firms.

A robust enterprise ecosystem with more than 500 companies offering practical training and both full-time and part-time job opportunities.

40 student clubs and a multifunctional sports and arts center exclusively for HIU students.

HIU is committed to creating 30,000 career opportunities for students while they are still in school.

Currently, HIU offers a diverse and extensive housing ecosystem, including thousands of rental options conveniently located near HIU campuses.

The HIU Student Center – Center for Student Experience and Career Services – along with the Youth Union, will assist and guide students in finding the most suitable accommodations.

Link facebook HIU Housing: https://www.facebook.com/hiu.housing

Admission requirements for Medical Doctor Program: 

• • Hold a foreign citizenship.
  • Have graduated from high schools or hold an equivalent certificate as prescribed by the Ministry of Education of their home country with a minimum GPA of 3.4/4 or higher.
  • Show evidence of a minimum level of English language proficiency above B2 level (e.g., IELTS band 6.0 or above).
  • Be successful in the admission interview for international students.

Direct Admission Requirements:

• Applicants will participate in a personal interview with the University Admissions Committee.

• Evaluation will be based on the specific requirements of each academic major and faculty.

• Candidates must complete the online application at: xettuyen.hiu.vn

• For students with an international high school diploma, the direct admission process will be applied.

Candidates are kindly requested to take a photo of their Grade 12 full-year academic transcript and send it to HIU via email to complete the admission application for majors that require this academic condition.

• Email address: tuyensinh@hiu.vn

• Email subject line: [Full name] – [National ID/Passport number] – Supplement: Grade 12 Academic Results

• Email body: [Full name] – Submitting Grade 12 full-year academic transcript

To enroll in the English-taught program, students must have an IELTS score of 5.0 or higher.

• For IELTS scores between 4.0 and 5.0: Students are required to complete a 6-month preparatory English course and pass an equivalent proficiency test before starting the main program.
  Tuition fee: 30 million VND per semester.

• For IELTS scores below 4.0: Students must complete a 1-year preparatory English course and pass an equivalent proficiency test before entering the main program.
  Tuition fee: 60 million VND per year.

• If no IELTS certificate is available, students will be required to take HIU’s English placement test.

Students are kindly requested to prepare the enrollment documents for Cohort K25, including:

1. Letter of admission (or official notification of acceptance)

2. Certificate of the 2025 high school graduation exam results

3. Temporary high school graduation certificate (for students graduating in 2025 – notarized copy)

4. Official high school diploma (for students who graduated in 2024 or earlier – notarized copy)

5. High school academic transcript – notarized copies of all pages (Grades 10, 11, and 12)

6. Proof of tuition fee payment (bank transfer receipt or payment slip issued by the Finance – Accounting Department)

7. Birth certificate (notarized copy)

8. National ID card or Citizen ID card (notarized copy)

9. Two 3×4 cm ID photos (white shirt, white background). Please also keep a digital file of the photo for use in issuing your student ID card.

10. Personal background declaration form (as provided by HIU, with official certification from the local authority)

After completing the online application, candidates are kindly requested to prepare the following documents:

• A photocopy of the high school academic transcript

• A photocopy of the national ID card or citizen ID card

• A certified copy of the high school diploma (for candidates who have already graduated)

Please send the documents to:
HIU Admissions and Communications Center
Address: 215 Đie Bien Phu Street, Ward 15, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 028 7308 3456

Hong Bang International University has two main campuses:

• Main campus: 215 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 15, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

• Campus 2: 36/70 Nguyen Gia Tri Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Phone: 028 7308 3456
Hotline: 0938 692 015 – 0964 239 172
Email: tuyensinh@hiu.vn

Students enrolled in HIU’s health sciences programs will begin clinical practice and internships as early as their second year at over 12 major hospitals, including Thong Nhat Hospital, 30-4 Hospital, Children’s Hospitals 1 and 2, Tu Du Hospital, Hoan My Medical Group, and various international hospitals.

HIU guarantees 100% job placement for graduates in health sciences programs.

Currently, HIU has over 40 vibrant student clubs, including HIUZIK, HIU Heart, HIU Acoustic, HIU Taekwondo, and many more. These clubs organize dynamic weekly activities that offer students exciting opportunities to engage, express themselves, and connect with others.

In addition to academic learning, students will gain valuable life skills and have the chance to fully explore and develop their personal strengths through a variety of extracurricular experiences.

HIU features a modern sports complex located on the 6th floor of its main campus at 215 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 15, Binh Thanh District. The complex is fully equipped with a gym, boxing area, basketball and badminton courts, yoga space, and more.

At Campus 2, HIU also offers a dedicated football field where students can train and enjoy recreational sports activities.

You can take a virtual tour of HIU here: https://hiu.vn/360

Training quality is a top priority of the program.

• Faculty: Consists of professors and doctors trained both in Vietnam and internationally.

• Facilities: The university has invested in 12 modern laboratories, 60 specialized pre-clinical practice rooms, medical simulation models, and a virtual 3D anatomy table.

• Clinical Practice: Notably, students will gain real-life hospital experience from their very first year. The program is partnered with leading hospitals such as FV Hospital, Nguyen Tri Phuong Hospital, Dong Nai General Hospital, and other reputable medical institutions where students will engage in clinical internships and rotations.

The tuition fee for the first academic year is USD 5,500/year. This amount is divided into two payments per academic year according to the university’s schedule.

The curriculum is clearly structured over 6 years (12 semesters) as follows:

• Years 1–2 (Foundation Phase): Students take general courses such as Vietnamese language, Vietnamese culture, and basic biomedical sciences like genetics, biophysics, psychology, and medical ethics. At the same time, they practice in the university’s pre-clinical laboratories.

• Years 3–5 (Clinical Medical Phase): Focuses on core medical subjects such as biochemistry, microbiology, anatomy, pathology, and clinical specialties like Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynecology. Students begin clinical rotations in affiliated hospitals.

• Year 6 (Final Year): Students receive advanced clinical training and can choose between two graduation options: defending a thesis or taking a comprehensive final exam covering both theory and clinical practice.

After completing the 6-year program, students will be awarded a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. The program is designed to train future doctors who are not only strong in clinical skills and medical ethics but also capable in research and possess a global mindset. With a curriculum built to meet international standards and a strong emphasis on global employability, graduates will have wide-ranging career development opportunities.