Three female students from the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering graduated early with Distinction: a remarkable testament to the strength and resilience of these “Engineering Roses.”

The School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering at Hanoi University of Industry is a reputable institution in engineering education, annually providing thousands of high-quality graduates and engineers who meet the increasingly demanding requirements of both domestic and international enterprises. In a field traditionally considered “male-dominated”, the SMAE’s “Engineering Roses” have shone brilliantly—completing their studies in just over three years and graduating with Distinction—thereby affirming their resilience, intellect, and breakthrough spirit of female students in the engineering environment.

Pursuing a degree in engineering technology is considered a major challenge, requiring perseverance and genuine passion. Three female students from the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering turned that challenge into motivation, not only excelling in their studies but also accelerating their academic journey to graduate early.

Pham Thi Hoai An – A female student majoring in Mechatronics Engineering Technology with an impressive record of achievements

As one of the most outstanding female students with an impressive record in academics, scientific research, and extracurricular activities, Hoài An stand out as one of the most well-rounded students. Over three consecutive academic years (2022–2025), she was consistently recognized as an excellent student for her contributions to student union activities and student movements. Beyond that, Hoài An has demonstrated her professional competence through annual scientific research competitions. Notably, her team won Second Prize at the 2024 Engineering Festival, highlighting her ability to apply mechatronics knowledge to highly practical projects and models. Her academic excellence is further evidenced by receiving two enterprise-sponsored scholarships and two academic encouragement scholarships, as well as earning the title of “Five-Good Student” for the 2022–2023 academic year and was recognized as a “Student with Five Good Merits” for 2023–2024. This comprehensive record of achievements reflects not only her persistent efforts and serious commitment to learning, but also portrays a confident, proactive mechatronics student ready to integrate into the modern engineering and technology environment.

Pham Thi Hoai An at her graduation thesis defense in Mechatronics Engineering Technology (far right)

Bui Thi Chi – A female student in Automotive Engineering Technology with an innovative mindset.

As one of the few female students choosing the Automotive Engineering field, Bui Thi Chi has proven that her meticulousness, practical skills, research ability, and technical mindset are no less impressive than those of her male peers. Chi shared: “I chose this field because I see the rapid development of the automotive industry, especially the trends of electric vehicles, hybrid cars, and intelligent systems. I want to study and work in a field that is constantly evolving.” Chi’s decision reflects not only a forward-looking vision but also a clear, strategic mindset—one that goes beyond momentary interest and aligns closely with market trends and career opportunities. Chi envisions a dynamic learning and working environment where she can challenge herself and affirm her capabilities—a perspective that breaks beyond traditional gender boundaries.

Bui Thi Chi at her graduation thesis defense in Automative Engineering Technology

Luong Thi Van Hong – A female student in Mechatronics Engineering Technology passionate about scientific research

Also from the Mechatronics field, Vân Hồng stands out for her proactive spirit and passion for research. She has participated in numerous university research projects and successfully completed her graduation thesis with excellence. Reflecting on her accelerated academic journey, Hong shared: “To graduate early, I had to study almost continuously. But thanks to my passion for circuits and robotics, every lecture and lab session became an exciting experience that helped me overcome the pressure.”

Female student Luong Thi Van Hong, majoring in Mechatronics Engineering Technology.

Graduating early with Distinction is no coincidence; it is the result of a disciplined and strategically planned academic journey. To graduate ahead of schedule, these female students had to enroll in more credits than usual, requiring effective time management and the ability to handle intense academic pressure. This is not merely a story of accelerated study, but clear evidence of strong self-management, proactive study habits, and extraordinary effort. Engineering disciplines inherently demand extensive laboratory work and hands-on practice. All three students embraced these challenges, actively engaging in lab sessions and practical training, while also taking the initiative to join School clubs and student teams to further develop their skills.

Bui Thi Chi with her scientific research team, supervised by Dr. Nguyễn Xuân Khoa – Vice Dean of Faculty of Automative Technology

In parallel, Hoai An and Van Hong applied Altair software to simulate vehicle motion in a virtual environment. Leveraging digital transformation technologies enabled the team to accurately analyze technical parameters, thereby optimizing costs and shortening the research cycle. For their graduation theses, each student chose a specialized focus: while Van Hong focused on drone systems (precision mechanics and control), Hoai An concentrated on automotive suspension systems to enhance stability and operational safety.

Pham Thi Hoai An and Luong Thi Van Hong, Mechatronics Engineering Technology students, at their graduation thesis defense

The achievements of these three female students are the result of proactive learning approaches, effective time management, and strong perseverance. In addition, the modern teaching environment and well-equipped workshops and laboratories of the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering have enabled students to access new technologies and develop practical skills. The success of Chi, An, and Hong not only affirms that female students can excel in engineering fields, but also stands as a testament to the training quality of the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering in this era of innovation and global integration.”

Some beautiful moments of three female students from the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering during their time at the university: