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Award-winning students choose architecture at Duy Tan University

From Tuổi Trẻ · () Vietnamese

Translated from Vietnamese and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Võ Thị Kim Khánh scored 26 out of 30 in mathematics, physics and drawing and received a full tuition scholarship to study architectural design at Duy Tan University.
  • She said architecture appeals to her because it combines the logical thinking of mathematics and physics with the creativity of drawing.
  • Ngô Huệ Mẫn, who won second prize in a Da Nang city student competition, received an entrance scholarship to study interior design.

Võ Thị Kim Khánh earned 26 out of 30 in mathematics, physics and drawing, then received a 100% tuition scholarship to study architectural design at Duy Tan University.

A graduate of Phu Bai High School in Hue, Kim Khánh said her grandfather inspired her to pursue architecture. She is drawn to the field because it brings together two seemingly different worlds: the logic of mathematics and physics, and the imagination of drawing.

“Mathematics and physics help me see everything more realistically, while drawing helps me nurture a broader imagination, making me more dreamy and optimistic,” she said. “I think a good architect needs both elements.”

Mathematics and physics help me see everything more realistically, while drawing helps me nurture a broader imagination, making me more dreamy and optimistic. I think a good architect needs both elements.

· Võ Thị Kim KhánhShe explained why she chose architectural design.

Kim Khánh said she does not see gender as a barrier to a career in architecture. She believes women can bring particular sensitivity to color, space and aesthetics, while also facing the professional challenges shared by everyone in the field. She selected Duy Tan as her first choice after being persuaded by its active learning environment, modern facilities and emphasis on practical training.

Ngô Huệ Mẫn has also begun a new path at Duy Tan, entering the interior design program with an entrance scholarship. She won second prize in Da Nang’s city-level student competition during the 2025-2026 school year.

A quiet and reflective student, Huệ Mẫn said she prefers to think carefully, build a strong foundation and keep working until she understands a difficult problem. She hopes to create interior spaces with a distinct personal identity.

My parents respect and support their children’s decisions. After learning about the university, I was truly persuaded by Duy Tan’s active learning environment, modern facilities and especially its practice-focused curriculum.

· Võ Thị Kim KhánhShe described why she chose Duy Tan University.
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