The University of Science is dedicated to enhancing the role within the educational landscape by prioritising technology transfer and service activities, expanding both international and local collaborations, and developing human resources. The University aims to leverage scientific research to produce practical solutions that address market demands and is actively exploring partnerships with other institutions to broaden the impact. The University of Science is well-positioned to make substantial contributions to the advancement of science and technology in the region and beyond.
Located in Viet Nam, the University of Science is a distinguished academic institution recognised for the excellence in fundamental scientific research and the commitment to advancing the fields of science and technology. The University offers a comprehensive array of education programmes across various disciplines, each designed with clearly defined objectives that align with the institution’s mission and overarching goals, as well as those of VNUHCM. These programmes are meticulously constructed to provide students with a rigorous and challenging academic experience that emphasises both theoretical and practical learning. With the exceptional faculty, state-of-the-art research facilities, and a proven track record of academic excellence, the University of Science serves as a leading institution in higher education and a source of pride for the country.
| No. | Key performance | Index (2021-2025) |
| 1 | Number of Professors/ Assoc. Professors | Increase 10% each year |
| 2 | Ratio of Full-time students to teaching and research staff | 18 : 1 |
| 3 | Ratio of Doctorate degrees in teaching staff and lecturers | 75% |
| 4 | Average income of employees | Increase 10% each year |
| 5 | Capacity of Undergraduate students | ≤ 12.000 |
| 6 | Ratio of Postgraduate students to Graduate students | 20% |
| 7 | Ratio of Other training courses to Main programmes | 10% |
| 8 | Number of New education programmes | Undergraduate: 4 Postgraduate: 4 |
| 9 | Number of Programmes with dual majors | 2 |
| 10 | Number of Disciplines implementing integrated teaching, based on digital resources | 2 |
| 11 | Number of Programmes evaluated/accredited | 12 |
| 12 | Graduation rate | 80% |
| 13 | Percentage of Graduate students getting a job after 1 year | 90% |
| 14 | Quality accreditation at the institution level | 1 |
| 15 | Number of Programmes participating in international rankings | 3 |
| 16 | Number of Scopus/ Web of Science publications | 5.900 |
| 17 | Average ratio of international scientific papers to Doctoral staff | 1,5 |
| 18 | Strong research groups funded by VNUHCM | 5 |
| 19 | Potential research groups | 10 |
| 20 | Laboratories/ Laboratory areas/ Workspaces, cooperate or joint research with businesses and external partners | 2 |
| 21 | Number of Spin-off businesses formed from the university’s intellectual properties | 1 |
| 22 | Number of International cooperation programmes and projects | 5 |
| 23 | Sets of brand identities of HCMUS | 1 |
| 24 | Number of Science and technology cooperation programmes with localities | 3 |
| 25 | Total revenues from non-business activities and business activities | Increase 10% each year |
| 26 | Ratio of Tuition fees/Total revenues | ≤ 60% |
| 27 | Revenues from science and technology activities | Increase 10% each year |
| 28 | Ratio of Spending on scientific research to Total revenues | 8% |
| 29 | Ratio of Expenditures from the Universities’ revenues to Total regular operating expenses (From 2022) | 100% |
| 30 | Spending funds to re-investments | Increase 10% each year |
| 31 | Ratio of Construction floor areas to The total floor areas approved according to the planning 1/500 | 34.01% |
| 32 | Number of Laboratories invested in and equipment upgraded for research and education | 5 |
| 33 | Number of Infrastructure investment projects from funding sources | 1 |
| 34 | Number of External investors participating in investments to upgrade and equip lecture halls, classrooms, laboratories, etc., with capital from socialisation, public-private partnerships, leasing, joint ventures, associations, etc. | 2 |