HUFLIT's Japanese Language Program: Building a Career in the Japanese Business Environment
Japan is one of Vietnam's important investment and economic cooperation partners, with thousands of large and small businesses at home and abroad in need of staff fluent in Japanese who understand Japanese working culture. As Vietnam – Japan cooperation deepens, Japanese has become a foreign language with stable career value and long-term development potential.
What is HUFLIT's Japanese Language program? Who is it for?
The Japanese Language program at HUFLIT provides in-depth training in Japanese, culture, society and the Japanese business environment, combined with applying the language to fields such as international economics – trade, translation – interpretation and Japanese teaching. This is a suitable choice for those who love Japanese and Japanese culture, wish to work in a professional, highly disciplined environment and are oriented toward building careers at Japanese enterprises, translation – interpretation companies, international education organizations or high-quality service sectors.
Japanese gives you a career. Japanese culture gives you professional skills.
Why study Japanese Language at HUFLIT?
Inheriting 30 years of depth in language and culture training
The Faculty of Oriental Languages and Cultures is one of the units that has built HUFLIT's reputation in Japanese and Korean languages and diplomacy. The program helps students communicate fluently in Japanese, understand the disciplined Japanese-standard work ethic and confidently work at FDI enterprises.
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.
Applying expertise in practice
Orienting the direct use of the language toward Translation – Interpretation, International Trade, Teaching and Human Resources Administration.
Connecting to a network of FDI enterprises
Opportunities for internships and real working experience at joint ventures and 100% Japanese-owned enterprises.
Exchange in an international academic environment
Frequent interaction and absorbing the essence of the culture through exchange with Japanese experts and students.
Curriculum — Japanese Language
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 Japanese Language program (objectives, learning outcomes per course, reference materials), updated each academic year on the University's training portal.
Core competencies & outcomes — Japanese Language
Solid Japanese-language capability
Reaching JLPT N2 or above, mastering reading comprehension, writing, presentation and standard business communication with Japanese partners.
Mastering technology and CAT Tools
Harnessing specialized translation support software and using AI to check grammar and draft administrative documents in Japanese.
Mastering core Japanese-language skills
Understanding the kanji, phonetic and vocabulary system of Japanese together with in-depth knowledge of Japan's geography, economy and literature.
Proficiency in multi-field Japanese expertise
Excellently taking on the role of translator – interpreter, administrative assistant, Japanese teacher or coordinator of commercial activities.
Analytical and management thinking
Keenly reading business situations and analyzing information to plan work systematically in the Japanese style.
Iron discipline & multicultural adaptability
Cultivating a highly disciplined sense of responsibility (Omotenashi), teamwork ability (Ho-Ren-So) and a professional manner.
Career opportunities — Japanese Language
Enterprises & multinational corporations group
- Professional translator – interpreter
- Trade specialist
- Executive assistant
- Administration – human resources specialist
Education & Training / Research Institutes group
- Japanese teacher at foreign-language centers
- Study-abroad advisory specialist
- Labor export advisory specialist
State agencies & NGOs group
- External relations specialist
- International cooperation specialist
Premium services group
- Staff at translation – interpretation companies
- High-quality service specialist
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 — Japanese Language
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
