British University Vietnam continues to achieve international green building certification

Phase 2 will start construction in August 2022, with an investment capital of up to 33 million USD, a total floor area of ​​16,300 m2. The project includes a student center, a food court and more than 100 modern classrooms and function rooms.

BUV's campus can accommodate 5,500 Vietnamese and international students. Phase 3 is expected to be implemented in 2028, bringing BUV's total investment capital to 165 million USD.

The ratio of construction area to total campus area is only 20%, showing that BUV not only prioritizes green and open spaces, but also creates a high-quality learning and working environment.

Deputy Director of International Cooperation Department, Ministry of Education and Training Nguyen Tien Dung spoke at the event.

Speaking at the ceremony, Deputy Director of the Department of International Cooperation, Ministry of Education and Training, Nguyen Tien Dung said that the event is meaningful in the context that the Government is determined to promote the internationalization of education, attract foreign investment and international cooperation in the field of education; at the same time, encourage universities to invest in facilities and international standard teaching staff, expand international training programs right in Vietnam, contributing significantly to the training of high-quality human resources, ready for the "rising" era of the country.

BUV Principal and President, Professor Raymond Gordon, shared that the constantly expanding 5-star campus has reinforced the school's commitment to providing an accredited British educational environment, aiming to create practical impact, fully equipping young people with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a volatile world.

The new phase of the campus is designed according to a “three-legged stool” model - optimizing teaching functions, modernizing technology and sustainable development. The two new complex buildings will integrate many modern functional rooms, meeting international education standards and diverse learning needs.

At the same time, the campus applies cutting-edge technology with modern audio-visual systems, digital platforms and the Internet of Things, providing maximum support for new teaching methods, helping students access academic resources anytime, anywhere and optimizing personalized learning experiences.

Not only meeting international academic standards, BUV's new campus also makes its mark with impressive sustainability indicators, saving 43% of energy, 40% of water consumption and reducing 61% of carbon emissions compared to conventional university complexes according to EDGE assessment.

Principal and President of British University Vietnam, Professor Raymond Gordon shared at the event.

Within the framework of the event, the Chancellor of the University of London, Professor Wendy Thomson, officially announced the decision to upgrade the cooperative relationship between BUV and the University of London, from a group of more than 100 "Recognized Teaching Centers" to a small group of "International Partners" globally of the University of London.

This is an important step forward, demonstrating a shared commitment to improving academic quality and student training, while opening up many opportunities for research cooperation and knowledge exchange between Vietnam and the UK.

Campus at British University Vietnam.

Appreciating BUV's efforts, British Ambassador to Vietnam Ian Frew affirmed that this expansion not only improves training quality but also contributes to strengthening the deep cooperation between the two countries in the field of education.

The University of London's recognition of BUV as one of the few international partners globally not only affirms the school's quality but also elevates BUV's position in the international higher education system.

Also at the ceremony, BUV received the EDGE Advanced Certification for phase 2, following the phase 1 certification in November 2024. EDGE is an international green building certification developed by IFC - a member of the World Bank.

BUV becomes the first university in Vietnam to achieve this certification, aiming to become a pioneer university in reducing carbon emissions to 0 for the operational phase.

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