1. National cultural heritage: Vovinam–Việt Võ Đạo
As part of its commitment to safeguarding Vietnam’s intangible cultural heritage, FPT University integrates Vovinam–Việt Võ Đạo, a traditional Vietnamese martial art, into its physical education curriculum. Students not only learn self-defense techniques but also embrace the philosophy of Courage, Humanity, and Harmony.
Vovinam–Việt Võ Đạo was officially recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism under Decision No. 3412QĐ-BVHTTDL issued on November 10, 2023. This recognition affirms the martial art’s profound historical, cultural, and educational value. Through regular training and nationwide competitions, FPT University plays an active role in preserving and promoting this heritage, ensuring that its spirit continues to inspire future generations.
Vovinam Program at FPT University
FPT University is one of the pioneering institutions in Vietnam to integrate Vovinam into its official physical education program. The curriculum is designed around three fundamental pillars: martial power, martial arts techniques, and martial ethics — with martial ethics being the central focus throughout the learning process.
Students are trained not only in technical skills such as forms, sparring, and self-defense, but also in the deeper philosophies of respect for teachers, compassion, and perseverance. This holistic approach fosters both physical strength and moral integrity, allowing students to embody the authentic spirit of Vietnamese martial culture and contribute to the preservation of this national heritage.
Promoting the spirit of Vovinam among the youth
The project “Bringing Traditional Musical Instruments and Vovinam to High Schools” is a standout initiative designed to promote Vietnam’s traditional culture in general, and the spirit of Vovinam in particular, among high school students. Through engaging performances and hands-on activities, the project has sown the seeds of appreciation for national culture while inspiring young people to explore and embrace this distinctive martial art.
2. Local cultural heritage: Tranh Kiếng – Southern Vietnam’s Glass Painting
With the aim of preserving the Southern Vietnamese Glass Painting heritage, a group of students carried out the project “Sắc Nam Thấu Kiếng.” This multimedia art exhibition presents a creative and dedicated approach to promoting this distinctive form of folk art, making it more accessible to the public and raising awareness of its cultural value.
The project creatively reinterprets Southern Vietnam’s glass painting to bring its heritage closer to young people in Ho Chi Minh City. It delivers a message of connection between past and present, proving that this traditional art can be revived in the digital age through technology and modern media.
The highlight of “Sắc Nam Thấu Kiếng” is a series of two glass painting workshops and a multi-sensory interactive exhibition, offering the youth a fresh perspective on Southern cultural identity and history.
3. Heritage of Displaced Communities: Brocade of Khmer people
With the aim of raising awareness about the value of Khmer brocade from Van GiaoVan Giao commune of Tinh Bien town, An Giang province, the exhibition “Mạch Lộ Gấm Hoa” was created as a bridge connecting the past and the present, tradition and modern technology.
As part of a communication campaign promoting Van Giao brocade, the exhibition seeks to enhance both the cultural and economic values of the local Khmer community. Hosted on FPT University’s campus, “Mạch Lộ Gấm Hoa” showcases delicately handwoven brocade fabrics while integrating digital technology into the display. Through augmented reality (AR), visitors can scan QR codes to learn more about the weaving process, the meaning behind each pattern, and the cultural stories woven into every piece of fabric.
