On the morning of October 10, 2025, with the approval of the Party Committee and the Presidency Board of Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA), the Faculty of Information Technology (FITA) solemnly held its 20th Anniversary Celebration, marking a significant milestone in the Faculty’s development and achievements over the past two decades. The ceremony was a resounding success, recalling the Faculty’s proud journey of growth and inspiring generations of lecturers, staff, and students.
At the ceremony, FITA was honored to welcome distinguished guests and delegates from within and outside VNUA, as well as current and former staff members of the Faculty.
Representing VNUA, attendees included Dr. Nguyen Cong Tiep, Member of the Party Standing Committee, VNUA’s Vice Director of; Prof. Dr. Tran Ducc Vien, Chairman of the University Council; Dr. Nguyen Cong Uoc, Chairman of the Trade Union; MSc. Nguyen Trong Tuynh, Secretary of the Youth Union; together with representatives of other faculties and administrative deparments of VNUA.
Among the distinguished guests outside VNUA were representatives from the Faculties of Information Technology of Hanoi University of Mining and Geology, Nguyen Trai University, the Devmaster Institute of Technology and Training, and the University of Transport and Communications. From the business sector, attendees included leaders from 1C Vietnam Co., Ltd.; GoGroup Joint Stock Company; Mai A Technology Co., Ltd.; Foxconn Industrial Internet (Fii-Foxconn) under the Hon Hai Group; the Institute of Agricultural and Rural Environmental Research; and Binkoglobal Joint Stock Company.
Distinguished guests attending the 20th Anniversary Celebration of the Faculty of Information Technology.
The ceremony began with an opening speech by Dr. Pham Quang Dung, Party Secretary and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology, who reviewed the key milestones of the Faculty’s formation and development. The Faculty of Information Technology originated from the Departments of Informatics, Mathematics, and Physics under the Faculty of Technical Education (now the Faculty of Tourism and Foreign Languages), starting to offer Informatics as a degree program in 2002. On October 10, 2005, the Rector of Hanoi University of Agriculture No. I (now VNUA) issued a decision to officially establish the Faculty of Information Technology based on these three departments. Over 20 years of growth, the Faculty developed from its initial founding members to a team of 50 staff members, including 9 PhDs, 33 MScs, and 8 Bachelors/Engineers, working across 5 academic departments and 1 administrative-technical unit.
In gratitude for and continuation of the traditions established by previous generations, the Faculty had been striving to successfully fulfill all assigned tasks:
Education and Training
Since its first cohort, the Faculty expanded its academic programs to serve over 3,000 students and currently offers three undergraduate majors: Information Technology, Computer Networks and Data Communications, and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Notably, since 2014–2015, the Faculty had also offered a Master’s program in Information Technology, designed to meet the demands of research and digital development. Nearly 2,000 graduates from FITA entered the workforce, with approximately 90% employment in relevant fields. Alumni went on to hold key positions in leading technology corporations such as FPT, Viettel, and Samsung, or become accomplished managers and researchers.
Scientific Research and Innovation
FITA established two strong research groups: Big Data and Digital Transformation and Software Development and Intelligent Systems, established under the direction of VNUA’s President, bringing together highly qualified scientists and lecturers with a passion for research, with the goal of implementing the university’s digital transformation initiatives. The Faculty’s lecturers led over 100 scientific research projects and organized more than 100 academic workshops at various levels, publishing nearly 300 scientific papers, many in prestigious international journals. The student research movement also flourished, with nearly 100 student research projects and creative ideas, several of which won high awards in innovation and student scientific competitions and outstanding student research contests organized by VNUA, contributing to the formation of a dynamic, innovative young generation ready to meet the demands of industry transformation.
In addition, the Faculty developed and implemented various software applications to support teaching and student management, such as the Faculty’s student management system, automatic grading software, computer-based testing software, and other learning support systems, which weere widely applied across the Faculty and the university.
International and Enterprises Cooperation
FITA had established strong international cooperation with leading universities such as the University of L’Aquila and the University of Parma (Italy), and close partnerships with technology enterprises like 1C Vietnam, NIC, GoGroup, and BingoGlobal, etc. in Vietnam to support student internships, research, and employment opportunities.
Student Recruitment Promotion and the Entrepreneurship Movement
Since 2023, under the direction of VNUA’s Presidency Board, the Faculty had organized outreach and entrepreneurship programs at high schools in Lao Cai and Ha Giang provinces, which had received strong recognition and helped enhance the university’s reputation while fostering entrepreneurial spirit among students.
Over 20 years, FITA had exemplified VNUA’s educational philosophy of “Professionalism – Creativity – Integration – Responsibility”, built upon solidarity, innovation, and relentless effort. Moving forward, the Faculty of Information Technology would remain a firm foundation nurturing future generations of talented engineers and experts, contributing to the development of a digital, modern, and sustainable agriculture in Vietnam.
At the ceremony, Dr. Pham Quang Dung launched a new emulation campaign for the academic year, expressing heartfelt gratitude to VNUA’s Party Committee, Presidency Board, staff, alumni, and students for their contributions to FITA’s achievements, which also serves as a foundation for the Faculty’s sustainable development in the coming years.
Dr. Pham Quang Dung, Party Secretary and Acting Head of the Faculty of Information Technology, delivers a speech at the ceremony.
Dr. Nguyen Cong Tiep, Member of the Party Standing Committee and VNUA’s Vice President, and former Dean of FITA, delivered a congratulatory speech recognizing the Faculty’s significant contributions over the past two decades and encouraging continued innovation and teamwork in the coming years.
Dr. Nguyen Cong Tiep, member of the Party Standing Committee and VNUA’s Vice President, and former Dean of FITA, delivers a congratulatory speech.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Hai Thanh, former Dean of FITA, also shared his reflections, expressing his deep emotion and pride in the Faculty’s remarkable progress.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Hai Thanh, former Dean of FITA, also shares his reflections.
On behalf of the Faculty, in his closing remarks, Dr. Pham Quang Dung reaffirmed the Faculty’s commitment to upholding the guidance of the university’s Party Committee and Presidency Board, striving to enhance education quality and scientific research, and contributing to the nation’s transition into a new era, “The Era of Vietnamese Nation’s Rise.”
The celebration also featured musical performances and tributes to former leaders and lecturers, creating a vibrant, emotional atmosphere that strengthened the sense of unity and pride among faculty, alumni, and students, inspiring and further motivating the faculty to continue its steady development, contributing to the building of a modern and sustainable agriculture for the country in this new era.
Musical performances by students of the Faculty of Information Technology at the ceremony.
Some photos of the anniversary ceremony
VNUA’s Party Committee, University Council, and Presidency Board give flowers to congratulate the Faculty of Information Technology
Representatives of VNUA’s functional units extend their congratulations to the Faculty.
Leaders of the Faculty of Information Technology give flowers in gratitude to former Faculty leaders and the first heads of the Departments of the Faculty.
Former staff members and alumni congratulating the Faculty’s anniversary.
Outstanding musical performances by lecturers and students of the Faculty of Information Technology.