Today the Government of South Australia’s SACE Board signed a partnership agreement with the International School of Business, University of Economics in a virtual ceremony, to deliver the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) in the new Scotch College Australian Grammar School, to be established in Vietnam.

It will be the first time that the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) will be offered in Ho Chi Minh City and will be delivered in the only fully fledged Australian school in Vietnam.

SACE Board’s Chief Executive Professor Martin Westwell was thrilled to welcome the new school as an addition to SACE International’s ever expanding global community.

“With SACE we offer a world leading Australian education program, and it is the certificate of choice for many students in the region because of its sophisticated assessment model. We offer a student-centred qualification that allows them to thrive at university and in life,” Professor Westwell said.

“The program ensures that students move past a simple rote style of learning, from just regurgitating knowledge on the day of an exam. Instead, with SACE students learn how to think and apply their judgement and knowledge to successfully solve complex and unfamiliar situations. SACE develops students’ skills, knowledge and capabilities so that they succeed in a fast-paced and changing world.”

Dean of the International School of Business at the University of Economics, and Chairman of  the new Scotch College Australian Grammar School, Associate Professor Tran Ha Minh Quan  acknowledged the importance of the partnership. 

“We are proud to partner with SACE International in Vietnam and to provide the globally  recognised SACE qualification as an alternative educational option, which is of the highest  standard of any offering in the market,” Associate Professor Tran said. 

“The SACE program is innovative and designed with a high level of flexibility to unlock every  student’s potential. This is a great opportunity for our talented Vietnamese students to be  nurtured in a thriving academic environment, helping them to pursue their dream journey of  getting into top ranking universities around the world.” 

With the successful completion of SACE, graduates gain an international passport that opens  doors to top universities in Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Malaysia and  Singapore. 

Australian Ambassador to Vietnam, Robyn Mudie said the agreement was testament to  Australia’s strong bilateral relationship with Vietnam.

“Engagement in education is arguably our longest and most enduring relationship and will  continue to be a cornerstone of our relationship. The SACE International program provides an  important opportunity for young Vietnamese students to access a high-quality Australian pre university program in Vietnam,” Ambassador Mudie said. 

“I would like to congratulate both the SACE Board and the International School of Business  for the shared vision of bringing an excellent education experience to Vietnamese students.”  

Rebecca Ball, Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner of the Australian Trade and  Investment Commission said this new partnership was an excellent example of cooperation  in the education sector, which continues to grow between Australia and Vietnam. 

“Australia remains a preferred destination for Vietnamese students and increasing numbers  are studying an Australian qualification in Vietnam. This partnership is an exciting  development as it will facilitate an international learning environment for Vietnamese  students as the world becomes increasingly digital,” Ms Ball said. 

The SACE program has proven to be COVID resilient, an important benefit to school  communities and students all over the world. Coursework, projects and collaborative  activities make up 70 percent of the final grade, so results are not determined by a final  examination.  

Examinations for many major subjects are offered online, and the flexibility and blended  delivery model allows for smooth transitions without any compromise to the academic  integrity of the program. 

With the SACE program, teachers and leaders are supported by professional learning  opportunities so they can deliver the best outcomes for students. 

More than 40,000 students have graduated from the SACE International program since its  inception in 1982. 

For more information about SACE International visit www.sacei.edu.au.