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2. 2 University of Sydney Engaging with Asia

3. 3 University of Sydney proposal to establish a 100% foreign- owned Clinical School in Vietnam Part of University’s strategic plan for international expansion of its premium Faculties Faculty of Medicine has an enviable track-record in research and teaching Senate has given approval for assessment of Vietnam education market

4. 4 Vision and opportunity To provide the highest quality international medical education in Vietnam Provide a strong foundation for the University to have a major presence in Vietnam which can be strengthened in the future The culture, demand and support by local authorities sets the ideal climate for this endeavour

5. 5 Background 88 million people, economy growing at 7.5% 95% literacy, societal value of education Health care sector grappling with problems of cost, manpower shortage and technology demand greater than supply Government and private sector recognise the need for health care workers to be trained to international standards University of Sydney has had a medical exchange program with Vietnam since 1998, through Hoc Mai, the Australia-Vietnam Foundation

6. 6 Our proposal To establish a Clinical School of the University of Sydney in Vietnam Several opportunities to be considered- a) 2 years in Sydney for basic medical science and then 2 years in Vietnam for clinical training in the Vietnamese context b) Postgraduate training in our professional Masters of Medicine c) Establishing research centres in infectious and non-infectious disease

7. 7 Feasibility study progress… Support at highest levels of Government Early market assessment suggests the hybrid model is not immediately understood by Vietnamese students. However our Sydney-based students are highly enthusiastic about the opportunity for clinical placement in Vietnam. Formal market assessment is pending. Market needs may dictate the model adopted. English language training essential and IELTS of >7.0 required. Business model being developed.

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9. 9 Benefits to The University of Sydney Increase the profile and reputation of the University internationally Potential for growth through other faculties Additional sources of funding towards University medical program Increased opportunities for research and collaboration Improved quality of the current medical program Footprint into Asia for other faculties of the University

10. 10 The future… Australia’s future lies in Asia We have forged strong links with Vietnam, educationally, and economically. The Vietnamese Government has encouraged the University of Sydney We see the establishment of this Clinical School as a natural progression

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