The course: 1 Credit.
Duration: July 19th – July 31st 2026 (02 weeks)
Venue: VNUHCM Campus, Linh Xuan Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.
Program activity:
o Thematic Lecture Series (Lectures): Providing foundational knowledge on ESG, circular economy, greenhouse gas emissions management, carbon neutrality, and the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) toward sustainable development.
o Discussions and Group Projects (Mini-Project): Randomly dividing students into small cross-national groups to draw lots for topics, research, and build practical solutions for a specific theme (such as Sustainable Agriculture, Sustainable Tourism, Green Campus, Carbon Neutrality, etc.) under the close guidance of mentors.
o Field Trip Program (Field Trips): A multi-day field trip to study Sustainable Agriculture & Circular Economy Practices at Loc Troi Group (An Giang), combined with experiencing the unique mangrove ecosystem in Can Gio Commune.
o Extracurricular Activities: 2 session for student interactive session at VNUHCM-University of Social Sciences and Humanities and VNUHCM-University of Economics and Law, 1 Cultural exchange session among countries in the AUN network, and a Closing Gala Dinner.
This course provides foundational knowledge on sustainable development, ESG (Environmental – Social – Governance) management, circular economy, greenhouse gas management, and green innovation in the context of the global green transition.
Through an interdisciplinary approach combining lectures, workshops, field activities, business case studies, and international cultural exchange activities, students will explore sustainable development models in Vietnam as well as the role of youth in promoting innovation and social responsibility.
The course particularly emphasizes experiential learning, enabling students to strengthen international teamwork skills, intercultural communication, critical thinking, and the development of practical ESG solutions through a final mini project.
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of international student exchange programs, including their structure, policies, and global impact. It fosters intercultural communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through experiential learning. Students will explore sustainable mobility models, integrating green development and the circular economy. The course also examines emerging technologies like AI in enhancing academic collaboration. Additionally, it equips students with strategic insights to design effective exchange initiatives while promoting a systemic approach to connecting technology, policy, and community for sustainable global mobility.
Students will be able to:
Active participation in both classroom discussions and out-of-class activities is expected. There is no required textbook for this class. All reading materials will be provided by the lecturers.
Grades will be based on the following breakdown:
Assessment | Percentage |
Attendance | 10% |
Individual reflection report/discussion (Each student will prepare a 4-pages report) | 30% |
Final Mini Project | 60% |
02 weeks in July 2026, from July 19, 2026, to July 31, 2026.
International Students: Expectedly around 50 students from international universities.
VNUHCM Students: Expectedly around 30 accompanying students from member universities, who will participate directly in the program while acting as liaisons, supporting logistics, and accompanying international students.
Lecturers and Experts: Lecturers with expertise in ESG, circular economy, and the environment, responsible for teaching specialized knowledge to the students.
Academic Mentors: Lecturers participating in guiding discussions, consulting, and orienting group projects for students.
Student Volunteers: VNUHCM student volunteer force responsible for airport pick-up/drop-off, daily life coordination, and running program events.
Day | Time | Content | Venue |
Day 01 (Sunday, July 19, 2026) | All day | Transportation provided by VNUHCM for participants from Tan Son Nhat Airport to the Dormitory; Welcome Check-in and settle organization. | Tan Son Nhat Airport, VNUHCM Dormitory |
17:30 – 19:00 | Dinner | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 02 (Monday, July 20, 2026) | 07:00 – 08:30 | Breakfast Assemble for transit | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:30 – 09:00 | Transit | VNUHCM Dormitory VNUHCM Administrative Building | |
09:00 – 11:15 | Opening Ceremony of the AUN Summer Program 2026 Orientation exchange, and briefing on program regulations | VNUHCM Administrative Building | |
11:15 – 13:00 | Lunch break | VNUHCM Administrative Building | |
13:00 – 13:30 | Transit | VNUHCM Administrative Building VNUHCM-University of Social Sceinces and Humanities (USSH) | |
13:30 – 15:45 | Thematic Lecture 1: Climate Change: Earth’s Tale, Our Trail | USSH | |
15:45 – 20:00 | International Cultural Exchange Program: Cultural performanices by USSH students; culinary exchange combined with dinner. | USSH | |
20:00 – 20:15 | Transit | USSH VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 03 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) | 07:00 – 08:30 | Breakfast Assemble for transit | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:30 – 09:00 | Transit | VNUHCM Dormitory VNUHCM-University of Economics and Law (UEL) | |
09:00 – 11:15 | Thematic Lecture 2: Introduction to ESG and Sustainable Development, Green Credits, Carbon Credits, and the Carbon Market | UEL | |
11:30 – 13:30 | Lunch break | ||
13:30 – 16:00 | Interactive session with UEL students | ||
16:00 – 16:15 | Transit | UEL VNUHCM Dormitory | |
17:30 – 19:00 | Dinner | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 04 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026) | 7:00 – 8g30 | Breakfast Assemble for transit | VNUHCM Dormitory |
8g30 – 9:00 | Transit | VNUHCM Dormitory – VNUHCM-International University (IU) | |
09:00 – 11:15 | Thematic Lecture 3: Circular Economy and Sustainable Consumption | IU | |
11:15 – 13:30 | Lunch break | ||
13:30 – 14g30 | Transit | IU HCMC | |
14:30 – 16:00 | Field visit to Innovation Center at Suntory | Dong Nai Province | |
16:00 – 17:00 | Transit | HCMC VNUHCM Dormitory | |
17:30 – 19:00 | Dinner | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 05 (Thursday, July 23, 2026) | 07:00 – 08:30 | Breakfast Assemble for transit | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:30 – 09:00 | Transit | VNUHCM Dormitory VNUHCM Administrative Building | |
09:00 – 11:15 | Thematic Lecture 4: ESG Reporting | VNUHCM Administrative Building | |
11:30 – 13:30 | Lunch break | ||
13:30 – 14:00 | Transit – campus tour | VNUHCM Administrative Building Center for National Defense Education | |
14:00 – 16:15 | Team building | Center for National Defense Education | |
17:30 – 19:00 | Dinner | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 06 (Friday, July 24, 2026) | 07:00 – 08:30 | Breakfast Assemble for transit | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:30 – 09:00 | Transit | ||
09:00 – 11:30 | Thematic Lecture 5: Corporate Governance toward Sustainable Development Goals | IU | |
11:00 – 13:00 | Lunch break | ||
13:00 – 13:30 | Transit | IU VNUHCM Dormitory | |
14:00 – 16:15 | Group discussion Guidance for Case study by VNUHCM lecturers | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
16:30 – 18:00 | Dinner, preparation for cultural night | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
18:00 – 18:30 | Transit | VNUHCM Dormitory VNUHCM-University of Information Technology (UIT) | |
18:30 – 21:00 | Cultural Night | UIT | |
21:00 – 21:30 | Transit | UIT VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 07 (Saturday, July 25, 2026) | 07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:00 – 17:00 | Field trip to Can Gio Eco-tourism District (lunch included) | Can Gio Province | |
17:00 – 18:30 | Dinner | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 08 (Sunday, July 26, 2026) | 07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:00 – 11:30 | Free time | ||
11:30 – 13:30 | Lunch (on demand basis) | ||
17:30 – 18:30 | Dinner (on demand basis) | ||
Day 09 (Monday, July 27, 2026) | 05:45 – 06:30 | Breakfast | VNUHCM Dormitory |
06:30 – 11:30 | Transit to An Giang province | HCMC An Giang Province | |
11:30 – 12:00 | Check in at Dormitory | An Giang University (AGU) Dormitory | |
12g00 – 13:00 | Lunch | AGU | |
13:00 – 13:30 | Transit | AGU Loc Troi Group | |
13:30 – 16:30 | Field visit at Loc Troi Group: Sustainable agriculture and circular economy practices | Loc Troi Group | |
17:00 – 17:30 | Transit | Loc Troi Group AGU | |
17:30 – 18:30 | Dinner | AGU | |
18:30 – 21:00 | Student exchange activity at AGU | AGU | |
21:00 – 21:30 | Transit | AGU AGU Dormitory | |
Day 10 (Tuesday, July 28, 2026) | 07:30 – 07:45 | Transit | AGU Dormitory AGU |
07:45 – 09:00 | Breakfast | AGU | |
09:00 – 11:15 | Thematic Lecture 6: Climate Change in the Mekong Delta and Sustainable Development | AGU | |
11:15 – 13:30 | Lunch | ||
14:00 – 18:00 | Transit to HCMC | An Giang Province HCMC | |
18:00 – 19:00 | Dinner | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 11 (Wednesday, July 29, 2026) | 07:15 – 08:30 | Breakfast | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:30 – 10:30 | Group discussion | ||
11:30 – 13:30 | Lunch | ||
14:00 – 16:15 | Mini report progress check | ||
18:00 – 19:30 | Dinner | ||
Day 12 (Thursday, July 30, 2026) | 06:00 – 07:00 | Breakfast | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:30 – 11:30 | Submission of individual reports and poster preparation | ||
11:30 – 13:30 | Lunch | ||
13:30 – 16:00 | Poster progress check | ||
17:30 – 18:30 | Dinner | VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 13 (Friday, July 31, 2026) | 07:00 – 08:00 | Breakfast | VNUHCM Dormitory |
08:00 – 08:30 | Transit | VNUHCM Dormitory VNUHCM Administrative Building | |
08:30 – 11:30 | Groups poster presentation | VNUHCM Administrative Building | |
11:30 – 13:30 | Lunch | ||
13:30 – 16:00 | Poster demonstration set up for guests viewing | ||
16:00 – 17:00 | Groups present posters to diplomatic & VIP guests at the closing session | ||
17:00 – 19:00 | Gala Dinner | ||
19:00 – 19:30 | Transit | VNUHCM Administrative Building VNUHCM Dormitory | |
Day 14 | Program concludes |