Student rejects scholarship from another university to study at RMIT

Student rejects scholarship from another university to study at RMIT

Huynh Ba Ha An is a first-year Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) student who turned down a scholarship from another international university in Vietnam so that he could study at RMIT.

Despite being offered a 70% tuition scholarship by another locally based international university, An has chosen to study at RMIT Vietnam and, after completing the first semester of his studies, has no regrets.

“It was great to be offered a scholarship,” he said.

“It made me feel a little proud of myself, but that’s all. To me, it’s not the most important thing.”

“I chose RMIT because I believe it has what I need. I’m also lucky to have the support of my parents who are behind my decision.”

Ha An (right) chose to study at RMIT Vietnam for many reasons including opportunities to meet 'amazing' people. Ha An (right) chose to study at RMIT Vietnam for many reasons including opportunities to meet 'amazing' people.

According to An, there were many reasons he chose to pursue his studies at RMIT Vietnam and not elsewhere. The first, he said, were the modern facilities and equipment available on campus. These are a great help to students studying, completing assignments, and undertaking research.

Secondly, RMIT Vietnam has a number of student-run clubs and groups which An believes he can learn a lot from. Among them, Ha An was most impressed by the Student Council which he noted has a structure similar to any company, with a President, Chief of Finance, Media Officer, etc. “It’s so interesting,” he said, “it’s sure to help students prepare for their careers after graduation.”

Ha An appreciates the modern facilities on campus. Ha An appreciates the modern facilities on campus.

Thirdly and most importantly, according to An, RMIT Vietnam is a place full of ‘amazing people’.

“I was looking to meet people who could become influencers in my life and my career, and I think I can find these people at RMIT,” he said.

“These include RMIT alumni and students – who knows, I may end up partnering with them in some kind of start-up company, some of them might become key staff, or I may work for them.”

“I think that’s why people choose to study at a place like Harvard, for example,” he continued.

“It’s not only important what you learn; who you can meet is also crucial, and when you surround yourself with excellent people, you improve your chances of succeeding.”

As a member of the dancing club, Ha An and his team performed at the International Festival in April. As a member of the dancing club, Ha An and his team performed at the International Festival in April.

While An is currently happily going about his business as a first year Economics and Finance student, as far as the future is concerned, after graduation An hopes to undertake an overseas Masters program, and from there look to take over his family’s business.

Story: Pham Kieu Trang

08 June 2017

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