The Department of Crop Science, Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Hong Duc University, is an academic unit with two key missions: providing undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral education in crop science; and conducting scientific research and transferring scientific and technological advances in crop production.
With a strong emphasis on practice-oriented education, the Department focuses on equipping students with fundamental and advanced knowledge of crops, production techniques, and the management and development of crop production systems toward greater efficiency, safety, and sustainability. In addition to specialized knowledge, students are provided with opportunities to participate in practical training, internships, and research activities, thereby developing professional skills and the ability to apply their knowledge to real-world agricultural production.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
The Department participates in education and training at multiple levels to meet the learning needs and human resource requirements of the crop science sector, including:
- Undergraduate Program in Crop Science – full-time;
- Undergraduate Program in Crop – full-time, full-time articulation, and work-study articulation programs;
- Master’s Program in Crop Science – application-oriented;
- PhD Program in Crop Science.
The academic programs are designed to integrate foundational knowledge, specialized expertise, and practical skills, enabling graduates to pursue careers in crop production, scientific research, technology transfer, and agricultural management.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
For undergraduate programs, applicants may be considered for admission through methods in accordance with the annual admission regulations of Hong Duc University, including:
- Admission based on the results of the National High School Graduation Examination;
- Admission based on high school academic records.
The admission subject combinations include:
- B03: Mathematics, Vietnamese Literature, Biology;
- C01: Mathematics, Vietnamese Literature, Physics;
- C02: Mathematics, Vietnamese Literature, Chemistry;
- C04: Mathematics, Vietnamese Literature, Geography;
- C14: Mathematics, Vietnamese Literature, Economic and Legal Education/Civic Education.
Admission methods, subject combinations, and enrollment quotas are implemented in accordance with Hong Duc University’s annual admission plan.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AFTER GRADUATION
Graduates of Crop Science and Crop programs have diverse career opportunities in government agencies, research and educational institutions, agricultural enterprises, and other organizations. Typical career paths include:
- Agricultural engineer at companies engaged in crop production, plant breeding and seed production, agricultural inputs, and agricultural services;
- Researcher or lecturer at research institutes, universities, colleges, and vocational education institutions;
- Government official, public employee, or agricultural technician working in state agencies responsible for agriculture and rural development;
- Project officer in agricultural and rural development programs implemented by domestic and international organizations;
- Technical specialist, consultant, or technology transfer officer at enterprises, cooperatives, and agricultural production organizations;
- Entrepreneur in crop production, seed production, agricultural inputs, technical services, and the development of modern agricultural production models.
DEVELOPMENT ORIENTATION
The Department of Crop Science is committed to developing education and research programs in response to the needs of modern, ecological, and sustainable agriculture. Teaching and training activities are increasingly integrated with real-world production, enterprises, and research institutions to help students develop professional expertise, practical skills, and the adaptability required to respond to changes in the labor market.
Through education, scientific research, and technology transfer, the Department aims to provide high-quality human resources and scientific and technical solutions to support crop production, contributing to the development of an efficient, safe, and sustainable agricultural sector in Thanh Hoa Province, the North Central Region of Vietnam, and the country as a whole.
