TON DUC THANG UNIVERSITY (TDTU)
Ton Duc Thang University Graduate Scholarships
full · masters, phd
- 100% tuition + accommodationFull scholarship tier
- 50% tuition + 50% accommodationPartial scholarship tier
- ~EUR 2,000-9,000 / year (est.)Indicative award value
- 15+ subject areasProgrammes covered
- IELTS 5.5 (English track)Language requirement
- Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamWhere you study
At a glance
full
Funding
€9k
Max amount
May 30, 2027
Deadline
Open to all countries worldwide
Country
Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU)
Provider
The Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) Graduate Scholarships are merit-based awards for international students pursuing Master's, doctoral and postdoctoral study at TDTU in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's economic and education hub. The scheme offers three tiers: a full scholarship covering 100% of tuition and accommodation fees, a partial scholarship covering 50% of tuition and 50% of accommodation, and a research scholarship set according to a candidate's publication record for TDTU. Awards are granted on academic achievement and research potential rather than nationality, and programmes span more than 15 subject areas including business administration, accounting, finance and banking, civil and electrical engineering, information technology, mathematics and statistics, pharmacy and law. English-taught Master's applicants need roughly IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 50 or TOEIC 600 (certificates valid for 2 years), while Vietnamese-taught tracks accept a lower threshold of about IELTS 4.5. Applications run through the TDTU online admission system and require a statement of purpose of around 500 words plus a reference letter from a Bachelor's thesis advisor. The 2026 intake deadline is expected near 30 May 2026. Coverage tiers, fee levels and exact deadlines change each cycle, so confirm the current figures on the official TDTU admission page before you apply.
What's covered
- Full scholarship — Covers 100% of tuition fees and 100% of accommodation fees for the duration of the chosen Master's or doctoral programme.
- Partial scholarship — Covers 50% of tuition fees and 50% of accommodation fees for eligible candidates.
- Research scholarship — An award determined by the candidate's publication output for TDTU, with an indicative value of around ~EUR 2,000-9,000 / year (est.) depending on contribution.
- Accommodation — On-campus or subsidised accommodation, fully or partly covered depending on the scholarship tier awarded.
- Postdoctoral support — Funded postdoctoral research positions for qualifying candidates, tied to research output and host-group agreement.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the TDTU online admission system. A typical route:
- Open the online application — Access the TDTU online admission and registration system and create an applicant account.
- Choose your programme and tier — Select the Master's, doctoral or postdoctoral programme and indicate the scholarship tier you are applying for (full, partial or research).
- Complete the application form — Fill in your academic background, work experience and qualifications, and write a statement of purpose of around 500 words on your goals and motivation.
- Upload your documents — Attach your CV, Bachelor's transcript and certificate, statement of purpose, reference letter, passport copy, health check report and language certificate.
- Submit and await assessment — Submit before the deadline; applications are reviewed on academic achievement and research potential, with awards matched to the available tiers.
Eligibility
Degree levelA completed Bachelor's degree for Master's entry, or a Master's degree for doctoral entry, in a field relevant to the chosen programme.
Academic meritA strong academic record and demonstrated research potential; awards are competitive across applicants.
Language (English track)Around TOEIC 600, TOEFL iBT 50, IELTS 5.5 or PET/FCE 160 (valid two years), or proof of a prior degree taught in English.
Language (Vietnamese track)Around TOEIC 500, TOEFL iBT 45, IELTS 4.5 or PET/FCE 140, or proof of a prior degree taught in English.
English certificates must be valid for two years from the test date up to the application date. The research scholarship value is tied to publications produced for TDTU.
Eligible countries
Open to all countries worldwide
Deadlines
2026 graduate intake~30 May 2026 (est.)
Selection
Candidates are assessed by TDTU on academic achievement and research potential. Stronger records and publication output qualify for the higher full-scholarship tier, while others may be offered the partial or research scholarship. The research scholarship in particular is calibrated to the publications a candidate produces for the university.
Verified sources
- Ton Duc Thang University - Admissionadmission.tdtu.edu.vnofficial
- Ton Duc Thang University - Hometdtu.edu.vnofficial
About the provider
Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) is a public university in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, offering Bachelor's, Master's, doctoral and postdoctoral programmes across engineering, business, sciences, law and the humanities, and supporting international students through graduate and research scholarships.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What does the Ton Duc Thang University full scholarship cover?
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The full scholarship covers 100% of tuition fees and 100% of accommodation fees for the duration of the Master's or doctoral programme.
Is there partial funding available?
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Yes. A partial scholarship covers 50% of tuition fees and 50% of accommodation fees for eligible candidates.
What is the research scholarship?
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It is an award set according to the publications a candidate produces for TDTU, so its value depends on research output.
Which degree levels are eligible?
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Master's, doctoral and postdoctoral candidates can apply for the graduate scholarships.
Where is Ton Duc Thang University located?
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In Ho Chi Minh City, the economic and education centre of Vietnam.
What English level do I need for English-taught programmes?
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Roughly TOEIC 600, TOEFL iBT 50, IELTS 5.5 or PET/FCE 160 (valid two years), or proof of a prior degree taught in English.
What if I apply to a Vietnamese-taught programme?
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The threshold is lower, around TOEIC 500, TOEFL iBT 45, IELTS 4.5 or PET/FCE 140, or proof of an English-taught prior degree.
Which countries can apply?
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The scholarships are open to international students from all countries worldwide.
Do I need a statement of purpose?
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Yes. A statement of purpose of around 500 words outlining your academic and career goals and your motivation is required.
What is the deadline for the 2026 intake?
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The deadline is expected around 30 May 2026. Confirm the exact date on the official TDTU admission page.
Do I need a health check report?
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Yes. You must include a health check report issued by an official clinic or hospital within the past six months.
How do I confirm the exact award amounts?
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Coverage tiers and fee levels are set each cycle, so verify the current figures on the official TDTU admission page before you apply.