Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) once again served as a venue for the Competency Assessment Exam (CAE) organized by Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM), in its second phase of 2025. For this phase, HCMUTE welcomed nearly 3,600 candidates to Exam Cluster 16 – Test Site 32, jointly organized by HCMUTE.

Candidates at Exam Cluster 16 – Test Site 32 – Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE)

Although this was the second test phase of the year, the scale and vibrant atmosphere at HCMUTE’s test site remained strong. With a professional organizing process, a responsible team of exam officials, and enthusiastic support from volunteers, HCMUTE created a safe and convenient testing environment, helping candidates feel at ease to perform at their best.

HCMUTE’s volunteer team providing guidance and support for candidates

This year, the university continued to leverage its experience from previous years, overseeing every stage from welcoming and guiding candidates to handling unexpected situations. The image of smiling student volunteers encouraging candidates or exam officials patiently reminding candidates of every small regulation all contributed to a well-rounded and humane exam experience.

An exam official checking candidates' information before entering the examination room

This year’s VNU-HCM Competency Assessment Exam was designed to align with the 2018 General Education Program, assessing both foundational knowledge and candidates’ logical thinking and problem-solving skills. This has further enhanced the value of the exam results in the university admissions process. Currently, HCMUTE is using the VNU-HCM Competency Assessment Exam results as one of the admission methods for its training programs, demonstrating the university’s continuous efforts in integration and innovation in education.