Hanoi Law University: A Vision for Research Excellence and Global Integration by 2030

Established in 1979 , Hanoi Law University (HLU) has spent over four decades establishing itself as the premier institution for legal training in Vietnam. Today, the University is embarking on a transformative journey to become a research-oriented university and a leading legal science hub in Southeast Asia by 2030.

Our Research Vision & Core Strengths

HLU identifies scientific research as one of its three fundamental pillars. The University leverages its leading capacity in legal science to focus on:

• Legal Theory & Policy Evaluation: Driving high-quality research in legal criticism and the assessment of existing legislation.
• Institutional & Judicial Reform: Prioritizing fundamental research on the rule-of-law state, judicial reform, and the socialist-oriented market economy.
• National Policy Support: Providing critical theoretical foundations and specialized legal arguments to support the Ministry of Justice and national law-making efforts.
• Future-Ready Legislation: Addressing the legal challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and fostering international integration.

Strategic Excellence: 2025–2030 Targets

To achieve its vision, HLU has set rigorous benchmarks for academic output and professional standards:

• Global Publication: The University aims to publish at least 100 articles annually in prestigious international journals by 2030.
• Academic Contribution: 100% of lecturers are required to publish at least one scientific article annually in reputable journals.
• Elite Research Groups: HLU is fostering specialized research teams capable of leading academic "schools of thought" on both a national and international level.
• Standardized Journaling: The "Luat hoc" Journal is being upgraded to meet international standards, with a target to join the ASEAN Citation Index (ACI).

Enabling the Future

Success is driven by a commitment to modernizing the research environment:

• International Collaboration: HLU is actively expanding partnerships with world-class research institutes for joint projects and high-level international conferences.
• Digital Transformation: A state-of-the-art Digital Information and Library Center is being developed to provide researchers with comprehensive, global legal databases.
• Financial Investment: Funding for research and technology is projected to exceed 10% of total university expenditure by 2030.