BALLARAT, Australia, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Federation University Australia is the type of university where students feel seen, supported and set up for success. Their campuses stretch across Victoria - from the welcoming regional communities of Ballarat and Gippsland to Berwick and Melbourne City, set in one of the world's most student-friendly cities[1]. As Australia's leading Co-op university, Federation has embedded paid placements into its courses to give every student real-world experience, connections and confidence before graduating. With smaller class sizes, dedicated international support services, and a welcoming multicultural campus community, every student's uni experience feels personalised from the start.
The Premier's Award is the highest recognition for international education in Victoria, and reflects Federation's commitment to ensuring students succeed academically, professionally and personally.
Presented by The Hon. John Brumby AO, Chair of the Victorian International Education Advisory Council and Former Premier of Victoria, the Award recognises Federation University's investment in international student success and strong track record in preparing graduates for globally competitive careers.
The University's nation-leading Co-operative Education Model was also acknowledged with the Excellence in International Student Employability and Career Development Award.
Co-op helps students kickstart their careers by providing real-world work experience and industry connections as part of their study.
In an Australian first, Co-op offers paid placements that count towards a student's qualification without extending the length of their degree.
Importantly Co-op is translating into real-world outcomes, with Federation named number one in Victoria for overall postgraduate employment, and number two in Victoria for overall undergraduate employment – with many international students securing ongoing employment as a result of their Co-op placement.
Since 2013, the Victorian International Education Awards have celebrated the state's most exceptional international students, recent graduates and industry providers.
The awards highlight excellence in leadership and innovation in the international education sector, re-enforcing Victoria's position as a world-class education destination.
Quotes attributable to Federation University Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Duncan Bentley
"At Federation, we strongly believe international students are vital to who we are as a university and as a community."
"These awards affirm our commitment to creating opportunities that ensure international students succeed – both here in Victoria and around the world."
Quotes attributable to Deputy Vice-Chancellor Global, Engagement and Quality, Carolyn Chong
"We are proud to receive this recognition, but the real reward is seeing our students succeed. Every initiative – from Co-op placements to student support – is designed to give students the best possible start in their careers and lives."
Explore guaranteed paid placements through Federation University's Co-op model.
[1] QS Best Student Cities 2026
Media Contact: Katerina Hatzi | 03 8768 5546 | media@federation.edu.au
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Federation secures prestigious Victorian International Education Award wins
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- Record participation as over 100,000 students nationwide compete in Vietnam's premier academic quiz show
- Hanoi student Đinh Bảo Khánh earns top honor, receives a 200 million VND scholarship
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Daesang Group announced that the "Vietnam Scholarship Quiz Show," which the company supports, concluded on the 6th amid great interest.
As part of its overseas social contribution initiatives, Daesang supports the Vietnam Scholarship Quiz Show to contribute to the improvement of local educational environments and the development of outstanding young talent. The "Vietnam Scholarship Quiz Show" (Vietnamese: Trạng Nguyên tuổi 13) is a national academic competition for middle school students in grades 6–9 (ages 10–14). Students compete in history, geography, language, mathematics, and more using a traditional "past exam" style format. Rather than simple multiple-choice tests, the format includes oral discussions in which students' thinking and problem-solving abilities are evaluated comprehensively.
This year's edition — with a total prize pool of 500 million VND — drew the largest turnout in the show's history, with over 100,000 participants nationwide. Among them, 100 finalists advanced to the final round after overcoming odds of roughly 1000:1. Ultimately, 15-year-old Đinh Bảo Khánh from Cau Giay Middle School in Hanoi claimed first place and the scholarship prize of 200 million VND. Khánh expressed gratitude, saying, "I thank my parents for their support and Daesang Group for giving me this meaningful opportunity. I will never forget the joy of learning."
This year's competition introduced a new format: the finalists were divided into teams to compete in a "team quiz," testing not only academic knowledge but also cooperation and creative thinking. The judging panel, composed of prominent Vietnamese experts, and the show's host — broadcaster Khanh Vy, often called Vietnam's national MC — added both excitement and professionalism. As a result, the show achieved the highest prime-time viewership ratings on VTV3 for the fifth consecutive year, reaffirming its popularity.
Mr. Jeon Chang-geun, Head of Daesang Vietnam, said: "We consider it important to support youth learning and growth through scholarship programs grounded in the value of respect. Since last year, we have organized gatherings of past winners to foster networking, and we will continue to expand a variety of support initiatives to nurture future talent in Vietnam."
Daesang first entered the Vietnamese market in 1994 by establishing its local subsidiary Miwon Vietnam (now Daesang Vietnam). Since then, the company has steadily expanded its business by offering products tailored to local tastes such as seasoning bases for soups, gim (seaweed), kimchi, and tteokbokki. In 2016, Daesang acquired Vietnamese meat-processing company Duc Viet Foods. In June last year, it completed two factories in Hai Duong and Hung Yen, establishing Jongga kimchi production lines — moves that further enhanced its competitiveness in the Vietnamese market.
- Record participation as over 100,000 students nationwide compete in Vietnam's premier academic quiz show
- Hanoi student Đinh Bảo Khánh earns top honor, receives a 200 million VND scholarship
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Daesang Group announced that the "Vietnam Scholarship Quiz Show," which the company supports, concluded on the 6th amid great interest.
As part of its overseas social contribution initiatives, Daesang supports the Vietnam Scholarship Quiz Show to contribute to the improvement of local educational environments and the development of outstanding young talent. The "Vietnam Scholarship Quiz Show" (Vietnamese: Trạng Nguyên tuổi 13) is a national academic competition for middle school students in grades 6–9 (ages 10–14). Students compete in history, geography, language, mathematics, and more using a traditional "past exam" style format. Rather than simple multiple-choice tests, the format includes oral discussions in which students' thinking and problem-solving abilities are evaluated comprehensively.
This year's edition — with a total prize pool of 500 million VND — drew the largest turnout in the show's history, with over 100,000 participants nationwide. Among them, 100 finalists advanced to the final round after overcoming odds of roughly 1000:1. Ultimately, 15-year-old Đinh Bảo Khánh from Cau Giay Middle School in Hanoi claimed first place and the scholarship prize of 200 million VND. Khánh expressed gratitude, saying, "I thank my parents for their support and Daesang Group for giving me this meaningful opportunity. I will never forget the joy of learning."
This year's competition introduced a new format: the finalists were divided into teams to compete in a "team quiz," testing not only academic knowledge but also cooperation and creative thinking. The judging panel, composed of prominent Vietnamese experts, and the show's host — broadcaster Khanh Vy, often called Vietnam's national MC — added both excitement and professionalism. As a result, the show achieved the highest prime-time viewership ratings on VTV3 for the fifth consecutive year, reaffirming its popularity.
Mr. Jeon Chang-geun, Head of Daesang Vietnam, said: "We consider it important to support youth learning and growth through scholarship programs grounded in the value of respect. Since last year, we have organized gatherings of past winners to foster networking, and we will continue to expand a variety of support initiatives to nurture future talent in Vietnam."
Daesang first entered the Vietnamese market in 1994 by establishing its local subsidiary Miwon Vietnam (now Daesang Vietnam). Since then, the company has steadily expanded its business by offering products tailored to local tastes such as seasoning bases for soups, gim (seaweed), kimchi, and tteokbokki. In 2016, Daesang acquired Vietnamese meat-processing company Duc Viet Foods. In June last year, it completed two factories in Hai Duong and Hung Yen, establishing Jongga kimchi production lines — moves that further enhanced its competitiveness in the Vietnamese market.
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Daesang Group's "Vietnam Scholarship Quiz Show" Advances Youth Talent Development Through Respect
