HUFLIT's Software Engineering Program: Learning to Build Technology Products for the Digital World
In the digital age, software is present in almost every field – from finance and education to entertainment and e-commerce. Beyond being a tool for running businesses, software is also the platform that connects people, data and digital experiences. Choosing the Software Engineering program at HUFLIT is an opportunity to develop programming thinking, understand how technology systems are built and step by step take part in creating digital products that serve millions of users.
HUFLIT's Software Engineering program: learning to build technology products for the digital world
The Software Engineering program at HUFLIT provides in-depth training in analyzing, designing, developing, testing and operating software on web, mobile and enterprise-system platforms. Following an application-oriented approach, the program helps students build a solid foundation in programming, data structures, system architecture and modern software-development processes, while approaching technologies such as DevOps and advanced development models. With more than 30 years of strength in foreign-language and information-technology training, HUFLIT equips students with the capacity to integrate and be ready to grow in the global technology environment.
Programming languages may change over time, but logical thinking and the ability to learn will always be the foundation of a software professional.
Why study Software Engineering at HUFLIT?
A foreign-language advantage in technology environments
Building on more than 30 years of experience in language–technology training, the program helps students confidently study programming materials and communicate effectively to meet the demanding requirements of foreign clients.
Scholarships & Student Support Funds
Nearly VND 64 billion in scholarships and student support, including VND 40 billion in Freshman scholarships, VND 11 billion in Talent scholarships and VND 13 billion in an interest-free tuition loan fund; with a commitment not to raise tuition throughout the program.
An experiential environment for well-rounded student development
Learning goes hand in hand with experience through academic competitions, clubs, workshops, extracurricular activities and business internships, helping students develop knowledge, skills and character in a well-rounded way.
Building core technology systems
In-depth training in the processes of analyzing, designing, testing and operating software architecture on enterprise platforms.
Connecting to a professional IT network
Opportunities to take part in workshops, internships and professional experiences at leading technology enterprises from very early on.
Learning in a highly hands-on environment
Investment in high-performance computer labs for students to program, test and deploy software directly.
Curriculum — Software Engineering
The program follows a clear progression: from foundational knowledge, foreign languages and core disciplinary skills to hands-on internships and a graduation thesis.
Course content
- Citizenship orientation week and university study orientation
- Physical Education; National Defense & Security Education
- Political theory and general law
- Foundational English & introduction to the field
Learning outcomes
- Master university study methods: self-study, presentation, teamwork
- Meet the required English entry standard
- Understand the field overview and career orientation
Course content
- Core disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses
- Research methods & critical thinking
- Specialized foreign language
- Extracurricular activities and academic clubs
Learning outcomes
- Firmly grasp the foundational knowledge of the field
- Develop analytical and problem-solving skills
- Be ready for advanced specialized courses
Course content
- Advanced specialized courses
- Orientation internship & on-the-job training (OJT)
- Team-based real-world projects with businesses
- Professional certificates and supporting digital skills
Learning outcomes
- Apply specialized knowledge to real-world problems
- Accumulate work experience at businesses
- Build a personal portfolio/CV
Course content
- Advanced/elective courses aligned with career orientation
- Graduation thesis or capstone project
- Career seminars and employer networking
- Prepare job applications and mock interviews
Learning outcomes
- Complete the graduation thesis/project meeting learning outcomes
- Confidently apply for positions matching the field
- Graduate on schedule, ready to enter the labor market
Teaching approach & learning environment
In addition to professional knowledge, HUFLIT students regularly take part in extracurricular activities that help develop soft skills, practical thinking and the ability to adapt to a constantly changing labor market.
- Academic competitions and extracurricular activities that enhance expertise
- Thematic workshops and talk shows that help develop soft skills
- Observation and internships at businesses
Course syllabus in detail
Detailed course syllabi for the Software Engineering program (objectives, learning outcomes per course, reference materials), updated each academic year on the University's training portal.
Core competencies & outcomes — Software Engineering
Foreign-language capability in a technology environment
Graduates reach English level B1, able to communicate, read specialized documents and work in international environments.
Mastering technology and DevOps
Effectively using Java, C#, Python and DevOps processes and applying AI to automate software testing.
Mastering core software expertise
Mastering the processes of software requirements analysis, data-structure design and professional source-code management.
Implementing large-scale software architecture
Effectively handling the building, optimization and deployment of software systems that serve high traffic volumes.
Thinking to analyze complex systems
Analyzing users' real needs to build highly practical software products.
Well-rounded professional capability & Agile/Scrum thinking
Strictly complying with data-security standards and working professionally in teams following the Scrum/Agile model.
Career opportunities — Software Engineering
Software Development group
- Web/Mobile Developer
- Software Engineer
- QA/QC
- Tester
System Analysis & Operations group
- Business Analyst
- DevOps Engineer
- System deployment specialist
- Database administrator
Emerging Technology group
- Cloud Developer
- Digital solutions integration specialist
- Intelligent application development specialist
International Enterprise & Outsourcing group
- Global software project engineer
- Working with international clients in multinational environments
Valuable scholarships for new students
HUFLIT implements a variety of scholarship and financial support policies with a total value of up to VND 64 billion per year, accompanying students throughout their university journey.
Hundreds of diverse, attractive scholarships for freshmen.
For students who achieve many accomplishments during the school year.
Helps students in difficulty borrow to pay tuition, with no interest to repay.
Admission methods & Tuition
4 flexible admission methods
Subject combinations 2026
Tuition — Software Engineering
In 2026, HUFLIT continues to commit not to raise tuition for the entire program.
New students may receive scholarships and access the interest-free student support fund — total value up to VND 64 billion/year.
Student handbook
New student guide
Enrollment guidance, start-of-term procedures, and student ID.
- PDF version
- Flip-book
