Luggage for first-year students entering the University - College threshold.
1. Determine study and work goals
Entering the University, you will be the one to take the initiative in all your own activities and studies. Therefore, determining study and work goals is an important first step to keep pace with changes. First, set yourself a general goal about studying at school. For first-year students who still have many doubts, you can consult with teachers and seniors to better understand the university - college environment, the path you have chosen as well as the future of your studies. . From there, develop specific goals and tasks
that must be completed. The more specific the goal, the more effective it is. For example: the first year will improve the main foreign language and learn a new foreign language, the second year will carry out a scientific research project, the third year will get a C certificate in a foreign language, graduating with honors with honors. cumulative grade point average of 8.0… Besides, you should also learn about the standards to strive for, such as the "5 Good Student" standard (Good Ethics, Good Study, Good Fitness, Good Volunteering, Good Integration) 
2. Equip and practice skills
Right from the first days as a new student with a lot of free time, you should attend many classes on social practical skills and start practicing every day. The skills you should equip are: teamwork, communication, time management, spending, creative thinking, positive thinking, life goal planning, working in a competitive international environment economic…
3. Learn a foreign language
Foreign language is one of the decisive factors in the process of international integration, and is also an advantage for you in future study and work. In addition to foreign language classes at the school, students can arrange to join a foreign language club at the Youth Cultural House or other legal institutions to enhance their foreign language skills and expand their social relationships.
4. Research and conduct a scientific research topic that you are interested in General and specialized knowledge; skills of teamwork, collecting documents, presenting reports in a scientific way, giving presentations... will be the things that you accumulate when conducting scientific research projects. At the same time, high-quality scientific research projects will be nominated to
participate in higher awards from the National University level, the City level to the Ministry of Education - Training level, and the State level.
5. Read a lot of books
Acquiring knowledge in the classroom is important but not enough. Students of majors in the fields of social sciences and humanities should read a lot of books to accumulate knowledge, develop logical thinking and practice language skills. Reading books and newspapers daily to understand the situation at home and abroad will help you gain more practical knowledge, and at the same time help you not to be outdated in information. From there, you can exchange good and interesting things with friends, apply those good things to your own study and activities. The School Library will provide a variety of updated books and newspapers for you to freely exploit. In addition, the National University Central Library and the City General Library. Ho Chi Minh City is also a very good library with a quiet space, a variety of books, research documents and electronic search equipment. Currently, e-books also bring many benefits to students. You can save money and time and still be able to read many documents and information online quickly and conveniently. Besides, the process of reading online also helps you improve your
ability to find information and use computers fluently.
6. Practice modern style, discipline
Students are always the pioneer force in youth movements, cultural and social activities. Therefore, training and preserving the image of students with a modern and disciplined style is a factor that is focused. To do that, you need to be self-aware of the basic principles in daily life such as polite communication with people, dress politely when going to school, practice queuing culture, keep hygiene.in general, saving electricity - water...; Strictly adhere to discipline, rules and regulations.
7. Actively participate in extracurricular activities
Volunteer activities (Green Summer, Volunteer Spring, Exam Season Support) As a student, you have many opportunities to participate in extracurricular programs or volunteer activities such as Voluntary Blood Donation, Volunteer Spring, Exam Season Support, Green Summer ... organized by the Youth Union, the Student Union. and other organizations. You can also register to volunteer for programs, projects, and social organizations at home and abroad. Participating in these activities not only helps you
practice your ability to work independently, gain life experiences, practice professional and life skills, but also help you expand your social relationships. . In particular, this is a condition for you to be fully aware of the social role of people young intellectuals in the new era and promote their ability to organize events in the fields of sports, entertainment, volunteering...
8. Know how to entertain and entertain healthy
The goals of study and work sometimes become pressure for you. Creating a habit of relaxation and leisure in moderation is something that every student needs to pay attention to. Participating in social activities, exercising daily, interacting with friends, traveling, enjoying art ... are normal activities, familiar to each student. If you know how to arrange a reasonable schedule, the balance between study and entertainment will reduce stress in life. In particular, you need to be aware of a healthy and appropriate form of entertainment, not to waste time on gambling, alcohol, online games and other social evils. The school, faculties/departments, Youth Union - Student Union also regularly organize and create conditions for students to participate in cultural activities, art, entertainment programs for students.
9. Actively “hunt” for scholarships and study support opportunities
There are many sources of support from social organizations, individuals and units for students with scholarships to encourage study, scholarships for excellent students, scholarships for difficult students, scholarships for students with disabilities, scholarships to study abroad, etc. Please actively monitor this information on the newsletters and announcements of the Student Affairs Department. In particular, students should regularly visit university websites and on domestic and foreign media to actively capture
information about scholarships. Besides, you also need to determine the type of scholarship that is right for you, then learn the regulations, the types of documents required in the scholarship application. Prepare yourself a complete set of documents to apply for a scholarship when the opportunity arises.
10. Reasonable overtime
If you want to work part-time to gain experience and cover your life, you should have a reasonable choice. However, before starting a part-time job, you should know how to self-assess your ability to choose a suitable job, as well as know how to arrange a reasonable time between studying and working.

You should determine to work part-time to gain practical experience, then consider living expenses; You should not be so passionate about making money that you forget the main purpose of learning.