Dong A University College of Medicine
A newer private medicine program in Da Nang that leans on modern campus presentation, international-facing admissions, and the city's strong livability.
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Annual tuition
$4,500
Duration
6 years
Medium
English
Intake
September
The environment feels multidisciplinary and contemporary, so medicine benefits from a polished private-campus experience rather than a traditional medical-school culture.
Da Nang is a major part of the appeal, giving students a cleaner, more navigable city than the two biggest metros while still offering real urban convenience.
This profile works best for students who want a modern private campus in Da Nang and do not mind evaluating a newer medicine setup carefully.
Teaching phases
Pre-clinical subjects taught in English with Vietnamese language orientation for clinical preparation.
Clinical rotations at 5,000+ bed affiliated hospital complex require growing Vietnamese communication for ward participation.
Senior years across Da Nang's clinical network; Vietnamese language essential for meaningful patient-facing participation.
Year-wise cost breakdown
| Year | Tuition | Living | Total / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $4,500 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Year 2 | $4,500 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Year 3 | $4,500 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Year 4 | $4,500 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Year 5 | $4,500 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Year 6 | $4,500 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
Licensing & exam planning
- NMC and WDOMS recognition claimed — verify independently at search.wdoms.org before committing; FMGE/NExT preparation should be planned separately.
- Da Nang's established international student community supports peer-based exam preparation alongside the degree.
Clinical exposure
The critical question is how effectively the program turns simulation, faculty mix, and hospital partnerships into robust bedside training later on.
The environment feels multidisciplinary and contemporary, so medicine benefits from a polished private-campus experience rather than a traditional medical-school culture.
This profile works best for students who want a modern private campus in Da Nang and do not mind evaluating a newer medicine setup carefully.
Da Nang is Vietnam's safest major city; the beach city environment and well-patrolled areas make it consistently student-friendly.
Why students choose it
- Modern private-campus environment in one of Vietnam's easiest cities to settle into.
- International-facing medicine admissions story is clearer than at many domestic-first universities.
- Good shortlist option for students who want Da Nang without committing to a higher-priced brand.
Things to consider
- Verify the current recognition position and hospital network instead of relying on marketing alone.
- As a newer medicine pathway, it needs closer comparison with Duy Tan, PCTU, and public central-Vietnam schools.
- Make sure the broader private-campus culture is what you want, rather than a pure medical-school environment.
Best fit for
- Students who want a private Da Nang campus with a modern feel.
- Families prioritizing city comfort and onboarding experience.
- Applicants willing to compare newer programs on substance, not just presentation.
Recognition should always be cross-checked against the current admissions cycle, especially when students are comparing language pathway, licensing fit, and long-term clinical planning.