(VHU) – Transcending the boundaries of a conventional academic competition, the Semifinal Round of the "Van Hien University (VHU) – Heritage Journey" Academic Competition for the 2025–2026 academic year, held at Tran Hung Dao Hall, became a true platform for VHU students to demonstrate their professional competence. The heritage tourism projects presented were not only conceptual proposals but also served as compelling evidence of students' maturity, sharp thinking, and sense of responsibility toward the mission of preserving the core values of Vietnamese culture.
Faculty of Tourism - "Cradle" nurturing real-world heritage projects
The success of this year's competition bears the strong imprint and strategic guidance of the Faculty of Tourism at Van Hien University. Staying true to its educational philosophy that emphasizes the intersection of theory and practice, the Faculty provided every opportunity for students to engage directly with the field and explore heritage models from a multidimensional perspective — ranging from culture and history to economic considerations.
The meticulous preparation of project proposals, together with confident and professional presentations on stage, clearly reflects the quality of training and the dedication of lecturers to student development.
Opening ceremony of the Semifinal Round of the "Van Hien – Heritage Journey" Academic Competition for the 2025–2026 academic year
Through this competition, the Faculty of Tourism is not only identifying outstanding talent but also building a sustainable academic ecosystem. Here, students are trained in rigorous work ethics and discipline. Facing and responding to challenging critical questions from the Judging Panel is a golden opportunity for students to sharpen their professional acumen and prepare themselves to meet the demanding standards of both domestic and international tourism markets.
Bringing heritage into the heartbeat of modern tourism
During the Semifinal Round, the competing teams guided both the expert Judging Panel and the audience through a wide range of emotions with their highly practical proposals.
From exploring the depth of history to boldly applying modern technology to tourism experiences, VHU students demonstrated a remarkably sharp ability to observe and respond to market trends. Each presentation was a seamless blend of engaging delivery skills and the rich body of field knowledge the students had accumulated.
The Organizing Committee presents flowers to the Judging Panel and Advisory Board in appreciation
The thrilling race of the "Heritage Champions"
After intense rounds of debate and fierce competition, the Judging Panel worked with integrity to select the three outstanding finalists advancing to the Grand Final. These teams earned top marks for their in-depth understanding of local cultural identity, as well as their ability to persuade the panel with concrete evidence and real-world data.
Congratulations to the three teams officially securing their places in the final round: VIET SU DU LAM TEAM; BA MIEN MOT VIET TEAM; GLOBAL TEAM.
Competing teams presenting their project pitches and engaging in focused responses to questions from the expert Judging Panel
The top 3 teams will proceed to an intensive coaching phase in preparation for the "Circle of Elimination" Competitive Debate at the Final Round — a high-stakes challenge demanding sharp thinking, critical analysis and the ability to adapt under intense pressure.
Spreading the value of practical education to the community
As the Semifinal Round drew to a close, the "Van Hien – Heritage Journey" Academic Competition for the 2025–2026 academic year once again powerfully reaffirmed Van Hien University's commitment to practical, real-world education and to honoring humanistic values. The Faculty of Tourism continues to hold its position as the place where generations of learners are cultivated — students who are both talented and virtuous, ready to take on the mission of becoming Cultural Heritage Ambassadors of Vietnam in the future.
Tran Hung Dao Hall was filled to capacity with students attending the event, affirming the broad appeal and connective power of the "Van Hien – Heritage Journey" Academic Competition for the 2025–2026 academic year