Soc Trang Community College

Website: http://www.svc.edu.vn/

Soc Trang Community College, a public institution under the People’s Committee of Soc Trang province, Vietnam, has grown significantly since its founding in 2002 as Soc Trang Vocational School, attaining college status in 2007. With a primary mission of training a skilled technical workforce for Soc Trang and neighboring provinces, the college has become a critical educational resource in the region.

The recent deployment of the EPIC model in Viên An village represents an exciting chapter for the college. This consultancy initiative, supported by the college, An Giang University’s Climate Change Institute, and local government bodies, seeks to bolster agricultural resilience against climate challenges such as droughts and saltwater intrusion. Through this collaboration, students from both institutions actively engage in sustainable farming practices, bridging academic learning with real-world impact and supporting Vietnam’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by prioritizing quality education, partnerships, and climate action.

The proximity of the college to Viên An, located within Tran De District, coupled with An Giang University’s expertise, fosters a powerful synergy. Students and lecturers from both institutions bring innovative solutions to address the specific agricultural needs of Viên An’s residents. This hands-on experience enhances students’ practical skills and builds a foundation of knowledge and adaptability essential for tackling climate resilience in small-scale farming.

A standout feature of this consultancy is its planned integration into the academic programs at the college. Students benefit from a reciprocal learning environment by embedding project elements directly into the curriculum, where theoretical concepts are tested in real-world agricultural settings. This approach aligns perfectly with the EPIC-N model, enabling lecturers to leverage students’ collective knowledge and fresh ideas to efficiently support the community’s needs. The collaboration ensures that innovative and sustainable farming practices are continuously developed, benefiting the local community and students, who gain a meaningful and applied education in climate resilience and sustainable agriculture.

Through the EPIC model’s framework, this initiative strengthens the community and aligns the college and An Giang University with Vietnam’s national goals. It exemplifies the power of partnerships to create sustainable futures, embodying the spirit of SDG-aligned education and action at the local level.

Fun Facts about the Soc Trang Community College

Year EPIC Program Established | 2023
Country | Vietnam
Public or Private Institution | Public

City Partners

2023 | Viên An

Contact Info

Le Thi Xa
Lecturer
School of Education, Soc Trang Vocational College
ltxa@stcc.edu.vn