Ho Chi Minh City, May 20, 2026. The Faculty of Foreign Languages at Ho Chi Minh City, University of Banking (HUB) hosted an academic seminar titled “Planning your graduation thesis: topic selection and direction” at Hall B2.10.1, Thu Duc Campus. The event attracted attention from a large number of undergraduates and postgraduates eager to strengthen their research skills and knowledge.
The seminar featured experienced researchers in TESOL and Applied linguistics research, including Dr Le Thi Thuy Nhung, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huynh Trang, Dr. Nguyen Van Nguyen, Dr. Lam Thanh Nam from FFL, HUB, and Mr. Bui Manh Huynh from the Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance.
The speakers and faculty management
In the opening speech, Dr. Le Thi Thuy Nhung addressed the faculty’s ongoing efforts to promote research capacity among undergraduates and postgraduate students. The seminar was designed to support students in preparation for graduation thesis while fostering a stronger research culture among the Faculty members.
Dr. Le Thi Thuy Nhung, Vice Dean of FFL, delivers the opening address.
During the seminar, the speakers shared practical experience and insights on issues including current research trends in TESOL and language education, how to make research topic researchable and valuable how to identify research gaps and select reliable resources for literature review, and practical approaches to data collection and analysis.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huynh Trang presents at the seminar.
Dr. Nguyen Van Nguyen presents at the seminar.
Dr. Lam Thanh Nam presents at the seminar.
Mr. Bui Manh Huynh presents at the seminar.
During the discussion and Q & A session, the students asked several questions on academic publishing, research ethics, use of AI-generated content, and the feasibility of research topics. The speakers shared their research experience and offered detailed advice to help students develop a more structured and effective research thesis.
Discussion session
The seminar concluded in an engaging academic atmosphere, providing participants with valuable perspectives and practical tools to support their graduation thesis preparation and future research endeavors.
Photos taken at the event.
Guest speakers, lecturers, and students from the Faculty of Foreign Languages