Enhancing critical thinking and developing scientific research skills through the “Scientific Research Training Program for Students of the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities and the Faculty of Tourism, 2024-2025”

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05 tháng 12 năm 2024

Scientific research always plays an important role in developing students' thinking and creativity.
In order to promote the spirit of research and equip students with the necessary specialized skills, the program 'Student Scientific Research Training for the 2024-2025 Academic Year' was successfully organized, with the participation of a large number of students. The program has become a significant highlight in the academic journey, scientific research, and development of students in the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities and the Faculty of Tourism. 


The event saw significant student participation

The training program included the participation of teachers, who reported on the following topics:
- "Pioneering the seeds of change through scientific research." - Dr. Nguyen Thi Do Quyen, Head of the Psychology Department, Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Van Hien University.
- "Guidelines for scientific research outlines and research questionnaires." - Dr. Le Hong Vuong, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Tourism, Van Hien University.
- "The procedure for registering topics and the necessary forms in the process of registering scientific research topics." - Mr. Tran Thanh Kiet, Deputy Head of the Department of Science Management & International Cooperation, Van Hien University.


Dr. Nguyen Thi Do Quyen, Head of the Psychology Department at the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Van Hien University, contributed to the report


Dr. Le Hong Vuong, Deputy Head of the Faculty of Tourism at Van Hien University, contributed to the report


Mr. Tran Thanh Kiet, the Permanent Deputy Head of the Department of Science Management & International Cooperation at Van Hien University

The program emphasized that scientific research is a tool that helps students discover new knowledge and serves as a foundation for developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity in both learning and practice. It is an indispensable asset in the era of global integration and competition.


An overview of the training program

During the training session, Van Hien students were:
- Provided with in-depth knowledge: The program focuses on designing and building topics, methods of data collection and analysis, presentation skills, and research publication, helping students become familiar with modern and practical research tools.
- Inspired and stimulated passion: Lecturers as predecessors shared both the difficulties and successes in the scientific research process, contributing to the arousal of passion and guiding students towards a clear and sustainable research path.
- Strengthened academic connections: The program created a space for the student community, passionate about scientific research, to exchange experiences and form a multidisciplinary academic network, opening many opportunities for future project collaboration.


Students actively engage in asking questions to deepen their understanding of scientific research activities

During the program, Dr. Nguyen Thi Do Quyen, Head of the Psychology Department at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, provided students with modern tools to generate research ideas. In addition to finding ideas through scientific interests and personal observations, students were encouraged to explore new research trends, state policies, and resources from agencies, organizations, media, and social networks, among other diverse and feasible sources for research topics.
The active learning and research process of Van Hien students is a testament to the university's mission of enhancing intellectual value. It is hoped that the knowledge shared during the program will motivate students to continue nurturing their passion for research and to constantly improve their abilities as they progress on their research journey.


Students actively listen to the insights shared by the teachers

The event has become an important launching pad for many student research initiatives in the future. Through this exchange, the potential research topics of students will be supported as they approach academic competitions and scientific conferences at all levels. This is one of the key factors in the school’s educational efforts, contributing to the comprehensive development of Van Hien students.