Welcome to Tay Bac University
Tay Bac University welcomes international students, especially from the northern provinces of the Lao PDR. International students first take a preparatory Vietnamese language course and then enrol in undergraduate or master’s programmes, studying alongside Vietnamese students with dedicated support throughout their studies.
Ways to study at the University
Government scholarships
Scholarships under the cooperation agreement between the Governments of Viet Nam and the Lao PDR.
Provincial cooperation
Scholarships under cooperation agreements between Son La Province and partner provinces in Northern Laos.
University partnerships
Exchange and study programmes with partner universities and organisations.
Admission steps
1. Selection and application
Candidates are selected and nominated by their sending agency or province and submit an application dossier.
2. Preparatory Vietnamese
Learn Vietnamese and become familiar with the culture and the learning environment.
3. Enrolment
Admission to the chosen undergraduate or master’s programme.
4. Study and graduation
Study together with Vietnamese students and receive the degree on graduation.
Fields of study
Support and campus life
Dormitory
Safe and secure accommodation in the University’s residential area.
Visa and residence
Guidance on visa extensions and temporary residence registration.
Lao Students’ Representative Board
Cultural and sports activities, Lao New Year (Boun Pi Mai) and Lao National Day celebrations.
Academic advising
Academic advisers, lecturers and faculties support students throughout their studies.
Admissions enquiries
International students: Office of Science, Technology and International Cooperation, Tay Bac University – Dang Thai Mai Street, To Hieu Ward, Son La Province, Viet Nam. Tel: (+84) 212 3751 700 · Email: contact@utb.edu.vn
Vietnamese applicants: please see Tuyển sinh (in Vietnamese).
- Tay Bac University
- Dang Thai Mai Street, To Hieu Ward, Son La Province, Viet Nam
- (+84) 212 3751 700
- contact@utb.edu.vn