The Study of the Development and Changes in Vietnam's University Entrance Examination System Over Forty-Five Years

Abstract

This paper explores the 45-year evolution of Vietnam's university entrance examination system from 1975. Analyzing the examination system changes during different historical periods reveals the underlying social, political, and educational contexts. The study finds that the system has transitioned from a unified examination to multiple examinations and, more recently, to a "dual-purpose" examination model. Furthermore, the research analyzes the main reasons behind this transformation, its achievements, limitations, and challenges, and proposes practical recommendations. These changes reflect the achievements of Vietnam's education reforms and the growing emphasis on personalized student development.