Introduction

FIS was established in 1995 and is a pioneer in paving the way for teaching and research in international studies in Vietnam. It focuses on the study of global and regional international issues, so the teaching and research have an interdisciplinary orientation (history, law, economy, culture, international relations), combining international and national aspects, associated with the position and role of Vietnam on the international stage; linking global and regional problems with Vietnam's context, theoretical topics, social practice, and the development of the country.

Alumni of FIS have found employment in numerous public and private institutions in Vietnam. Some of them are lecturers at universities, researchers at institutes, and administrative workers for the state. A limited number of alumni have become key state agency officials. In Vietnam, many have found employment in socio-economic organizations, national and international NGOs and IGOs, central and local news agencies, and domestic and foreign-owned businesses.

Vision, Mission and Target

FIS aspires to maintain a prominent research and instruction unit in international studies in Vietnam.

As a member entity of the USSH, FIS is responsible for directing the teaching and research activities in accordance with the USSH's "Liberal Education" philosophy. FIS fulfills its mission of training high-quality human resources, conducting qualified research on international studies, and providing policy advice to the State on matters with regard to foreign policy and international relations. The specialty of the interdisciplines of International Studies is "World Insights to Bring Vietnam to Mind," and the motto of action is: Creativity – Inspiration – Responsibility – Support Students.

FIS continues to hold the top position in international studies training in Vietnam to bring the USSH to regional and international standards by 2035, when it will be ranked among the top 100 universities in the Asian region and the top 500 universities in the world.