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On the morning of 26 June 2026, the Faculty of Economics at the VNUHCM–University of Economics and Law (UEL) hosted the Land Economics Education Networking Programme between VNUHCM–University of Science (HCMUS) and the VNUHCM–University of Economics and Law. The programme brought together academic staff and students from the Land Economics programme under the Faculty of Geology, HCMUS.

The programme was organised to support the first cohort of Land Economics students as preparation began for the next stage of study at UEL following completion of the first academic year at HCMUS.

The Land Economics programme is an interdisciplinary, inter-university degree jointly delivered by HCMUS and UEL. The curriculum combines the strengths of both institutions: expertise in Earth sciences, natural resources and land management from HCMUS, together with economics, management, law and public policy from UEL. Through this integrated approach, the programme aims to educate highly qualified graduates capable of meeting the growing demand for sustainable land resource management, utilisation and development.

During the programme, students received an introduction to the learning environment, curriculum, student support services, research opportunities, scholarships, and student organisations, including Youth Union and Student Association activities, clubs and societies at UEL. The programme also provided opportunities for discussion with academic staff and students from both institutions on the curriculum, study pathways and experiences within an inter-university educational environment.

The networking session took place in an open and welcoming atmosphere, enabling students to become familiar with a new academic environment while strengthening connections among academic staff and students from both institutions. The occasion also provided the inaugural cohort of Land Economics students with valuable information and greater confidence in preparation for the next phase of the degree programme.

Through this programme, HCMUS and UEL further reaffirmed close collaboration in delivering an interdisciplinary, inter-university degree. The partnership draws upon the distinctive strengths of each institution to provide a multidisciplinary learning environment, contributing to the education of graduates equipped with interdisciplinary knowledge and professional capabilities to address emerging needs in land management and land economics.