On March 25, 2026, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) announced the results of the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, covering 55 disciplines across five broad subject areas from 1,912 higher education institutions worldwide, with approximately 21,000 academic programs evaluated.

A new milestone for Vietnam National University, Hanoi

According to the latest results, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) has 13 subject areas ranked, of which 9 are in the global Top 500. Notably, for the first time, two disciplines in the Arts and Humanities group—Linguistics and Modern Languages—have both been ranked in the 251–300 band worldwide.

In particular, in the field of Modern Languages, VNU is the only higher education institution in Vietnam to be ranked, reaffirming its leading position in language, cultural, and international studies.

The QS World University Rankings by Subject are based on a set of indicators tailored to each discipline, including:

• Academic Reputation
• Employer Reputation
• Citations per Paper
• H-index
• International Research Network

These indicators emphasize the academic and societal impact of higher education, including recognition from scholars and employers, research productivity and influence, and the level of international collaboration.

ULIS’s contribution to VNU’s ranking performance

The achievement of both Linguistics and Modern Languages entering the global Top 300 reflects significant progress in the quality of education, research, and international collaboration at VNU in recent years.

Within this overall success, the University of Languages and International Studies (ULIS) has played a key role by implementing activities closely aligned with QS ranking criteria.

Under VNU’s performance framework, ULIS has focused on:

• Increasing international publications
• Developing highly qualified academic staff
• Expanding international partnerships
• Establishing research groups

These efforts directly contribute to improving academic reputation, research output, and international academic networks.

At the same time, ULIS has actively strengthened its academic and professional networks through systematic engagement with scholars and employers.
Recent data show that the University has:

• Built a network of 168 international scholars involved in teaching and research
• Engaged 70 international scholars through conferences and academic forums
• Connected with 381 enterprises and organizations recruiting graduates
• Maintained a community of over 6,000 alumni

This ecosystem fosters strong linkages between education, research, and the labor market, while also enhancing opportunities for international scholars and employers to engage with and evaluate VNU in global rankings such as QS.

In addition, the implementation of the Academic and Employer Engagement Project has further institutionalized ULIS’s strategy to expand its academic and professional networks, thereby strengthening academic reputation and international visibility.

ULIS – A highly internationalized academic environment

As a specialized institution in foreign languages, linguistics, and international studies, ULIS plays a central role in advancing interdisciplinary research, increasing international publications, and promoting innovative academic approaches within VNU.

The results of QS WUR by Subject 2026 serve as strong evidence of ULIS’s sustained development, affirming both the quality of its language programs and the value of an academic environment closely integrated with research, collaboration, and global engagement.

For students, choosing a university is not only about selecting a major, but also about choosing an environment for comprehensive development. At ULIS, learners benefit from:

• Internationally aligned academic standards
• Access to global academic networks
• Strong connections with employers and career opportunities

These factors continue to contribute to VNU’s growing presence in international rankings. The QS WUR by Subject 2026 results mark an important milestone, reflecting the long-term, sustainable development of ULIS and its significant contribution to VNU’s academic standing in the fields of Linguistics and Modern Languages.

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