Introduction to the English-Taught Construction Economics Program (KTE)

In today’s Industry 4.0 era, obtaining a bachelor’s or engineering degree in a hot major is no longer enough to lay a solid foundation for your future career! What you truly need to supplement this is fluent foreign language skills (English) and outstanding professional abilities.

All of these essential elements are brought together in the English-Taught Construction Economics Program (KTE) at the Faculty of Economics and Construction Management, National University of Civil Engineering.

Construction Economics is one of the HOT majors at the National University of Civil Engineering in Vietnam and is increasingly recognized worldwide. In addition to gaining knowledge in technical, economic, and construction management disciplines, early exposure to specialized English training provides a significant advantage, opening up opportunities for future graduates to reach an international level.

Recognizing this trend, the Faculty of Economics and Construction Management launched the English-taught Construction Economics bachelor’s/engineering program, beginning admissions in the 2015–2016 academic year.

In the 2020–2021 academic year, the Faculty continues to enroll students in the English-Taught Construction Economics Class – 65KTE, with the following outstanding features:

1/ Managed under a class model with a dedicated homeroom teacher closely monitoring students’ academic progress;

2/ Supported and enhanced in both academic and conversational English throughout the study program;

3/ Fully equipped with knowledge of the construction economics field and specialized expertise in Construction Economics, all taught in English;

4/ The program structure is designed to align with practical demands and emerging trends at leading universities in the UK and Australia: it provides knowledge of modern construction technology and management in the Industry 4.0 era, professional working skills, and entrepreneurial skills;

5/ A dynamic and competitive learning environment that stimulates creativity;

6/ Organization of classes and practical training in soft skills (presentation, teamwork, critical thinking, IT applications, etc.) each semester;

7/ Opportunities to participate in career-oriented field trips at construction companies and organizations each semester;

8/ Graduates will complete their final thesis entirely in English, aiming for an IELTS score of 6.0 – 7.0;

9/ Awarding of a Bachelor’s/Engineer degree in Construction Economics along with a KTE Certificate.

If you are a newly admitted student of the 65th intake at the University of Civil Engineering with an entrance score equal to or higher than the required score for the Construction Economics program (21.75 points), don’t miss the opportunity to register for the KTE evaluation and admission process.

Announcement: Registration for the KTE Class Selection will take place in 2 rounds:

1/ Application Submission Round:

Students who wish to register for the English-taught Construction Economics class (KTE) can submit their application via:

  • Online Registration: Register online via this link: [Click here]

  • On-site Registration: During the days of admission procedures (October 7–10, 2020), there will be a consultation desk and direct application submission at H2 Hall or at the Office of the Faculty of Economics and Construction Management (Room 318-319, A1 Building).

2/ Interview Round:

After registration, applicants will receive a notification regarding the time and location of the interview. The interview will be conducted entirely in Vietnamese. Since the KTE class includes supplementary English courses, a high level of English proficiency is not required for admission.


For more details, please contact the Faculty of Economics and Construction Management:

Phone: 024.3.8691829
Hotline: 0913.213.513 / 033 769 0048
Website: www.kinhtexaydung.nuce.edu.vn
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/cem.nuce