Why you should consider Da Nang for your study abroad
Asian destinations are incredible for study abroad because they offer rich history, delicious food, and the chance to immerse yourself in a new language. While there are many incredible Asian countries to study abroad in — like India, Korea, Japan, China, or Thailand — it can be great to consider a less-visited Asian destination for your study abroad, and University Studies Abroad Consortium’s (USAC) Da Nang, Vietnam program fits the bill perfectly. Here are six reasons why you should study abroad in Da Nang.
Reason #1: Focus on STEM and international business academics
VNUK Institute of Research and Executive Education, University of Da Nang is a premier institution offering courses in biomedical science, computer science and engineering, and international business and management — perfect for STEM majors who want to complete required courses while studying abroad. USAC students are also required to take two courses on Vietnamese language and culture to help them immerse into their host country: Vietnamese Language for Daily Communication, and Vietnamese Society and Culture.
Reason #2: Live and study next to the beach
If your idea of relaxing after classes includes a walk, swim, or surf at a tropical beach, Da Nang is the perfect destination for you. My Khe Beach, located just two miles from the VNUK campus and less than three miles from the city center, boasts soft, clean sand and warm waves that will immediately draw you in.
Reason #3: Experience a three-day/three-night tour of Hanoi, included in your USAC program fee
Explore Vietnam’s capital city without planning a single part of the itinerary! Discover centuries-old architecture, exciting city life, and a confluence of Asian, Chinese, and French cultures. The tour cost is included in your program fee, and includes lodging, ground transportation, and a few meals.
Tour stops vary by year, but previous highlights have included the Ho Chi Minh Complex (mausoleum, stilt house, museum, and one pillar pagoda), Museum of Ethnology, Bat Trang (ceramic manufacturing), the French Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi train street, and much more.
Reason #4: Learn Vietnamese and be able to converse with approximately 100 million speakers around the globe
In addition to taking the required Vietnamese Language for Daily Communication course, you’ll be surrounded by the native Vietnamese speakers every day. It’s the perfect opportunity to practice your language skills, meet new people, and experience authentic Vietnamese life. Why learn Vietnamese? It’s a helpful steppingstone for a career in international business or international relations, and can provide a foothold into a company within ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) — an organization that is similar to the European Union (EU) in the way it promotes peace and economic growth, but it is for nations along the South China Sea.
Reason #5: The delicious food
Whether slurping down a bowl of pho (noodle soup with beef or chicken), enjoying banh mi (baguette sandwiches), or sampling fresh or fried spring rolls, you’ll love Vietnamese cuisine. Each serving is marked by fresh herbs, complex broths, and bright flavors. Don’t forget to try the egg coffee, a Vietnamese specialty!
Reason #6: Central location for travel
Other countries such as Laos, Cambodia and Thailand are practically right next door, while other East Asian destinations like the Philippines, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Korea, and Japan are only a plane trip away.
But don’t miss out on all the great things to do right in Vietnam. There are plenty of great places that only require a day trip, like the Marble Mountains caves, the UNESCO heritage site Hoi An, or Ba Na Hills to see the Golden Hands Bridge. For weekend travels in Vietnam, the international airport, bus station, plus Da Nang’s central location within the country make it the perfect jumping-off place for your trips.
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