UEF expands European opportunities through Geneva Partnership

SEPTEMBER 23, UEF International Institute, in coordination with the Faculty of Public Relations and Communication, welcomed an international delegation from the International Institute in Geneva (IIG), Switzerland. The visit is associated with the workshop “IIG and UN Internship Opportunities for UEF Students”, offering more valuable global study and internship opportunities for UEF students.

UEF expands international cooperation, promising the study opportunities in Switzerland for UEF Students

Promoting strategic cooperation with IIG, Switzerland

Attending the working session were Dr. Majo George - Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Dr. Nguyen Kim Thoa - Deputy Director of UEF International Institute, Ms. Hoàng Mi - Deputy Director of Faculty of Public Relations and Communication together with IIG representative - Mr. Tarek Kouatly - IIG Vice President and Ms. Nguyen Hoang Yen - Director of Admissions for Asia - Pacific region.

UEF strengthens global strategic partner network

During the meeting, both sides discussed their academic visions, international strengths, and achievements in previous collaborations, which have included student exchange programs and semesters abroad. Moving forward, UEF and IIG aim to expand cooperation in student and faculty exchanges, short- and long-term semesters abroad, and postgraduate programs. This marks a significant step towards signing an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aiming to establish a sustainable cooperative network that delivers practical international value for learners.

UEF and IIG discuss potential collaborative programs for implementation in the future

Workshop provides UEFers with attractive international internship opportunities

Following the working session, the "IIG and UN Internship Opportunities for UEF Students" workshop was held in an enthusiastic atmosphere with the participation of Heads of Department, lecturers, and students from the Faculty of Public Relations and Communications. The workshop's speakers were Mr. Tarek Kouatly and Ms. Nguyen Hoang Yen, the international delegates from Switzerland.

The Faculty of Public Relations and Communications presented a thank-you letter to the workshop speakers

The workshop provided students with practical information about studying, living, and working in Switzerland, as well as IIG's cooperative programs with WFUNA, a United Nations-associated organization. This opens the opportunities for UEF students to access internship programs within a professional international environment, particularly for students majoring in Media and Communications, International Relations, and related fields.

IIG representatives shared information on attractive international internship opportunities for UEF students

Ms. Nguyen Hoang Yen also provided detailed introductions to training options, transfer study-abroad programs, including transfer study programs, master’s degrees, and future collaborative initiatives between IIG and UEF. These opportunities help students better define their international academic pathways while reaffirming IIG’s long-term commitment to supporting learners in reaching out to the world.

Heads of Department introduce the ongoing international internship programs at UEF

By hosting IIG representatives and organizing the workshop, UEF once again highlighted its strong focus on internationalizing education. This initiative continuously provides students with opportunities to broaden their academic experiences, sharpen global skills, and prepare for international integration. It also serves as a vital foundation for UEF to further develop sustainable academic and career-oriented partnerships in the future.