Nam Can Tho University (NCTU), located at 168, Nguyen Van Cu (noi dai) Street, An Binh Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City, is not only recognized as a prestigious higher education institution in the Mekong Delta but also as a model of a green, clean, and beautiful learning environment closely aligned with the global sustainable development goals.
Modern Facilities Linked with Sustainable Development
The university is built on a spacious site with a comprehensive master plan that includes many modern facilities, such as lecture halls, a library, laboratories, and specialized practice areas, all meeting quality standards to support teaching, research, and innovation. Especially, NCTU’s architectural designs emphasize harmony with the natural landscape and the efficient use of energy. This reflects the university’s clear orientation towards building sustainable and environmentally friendly infrastructure.
Green Space – The Core Value of a Sustainable Campus
The hallmark of NCTU’s campus is its lush greenery, with more than 4,000 trees, flower gardens, lawns, and ecological landscapes. Shady tree-lined paths and vibrant flower gardens not only beautify the surroundings but also help reduce noise, improve air quality, and create a fresh microclimate. These are essential elements that provide students with a relaxing learning environment and help them relieve stress after intensive study and research hours.
The development of green spaces at NCTU carries a more profound meaning: fostering environmental awareness and social responsibility among students. The image of students collectively taking care of trees and maintaining campus cleanliness is a testament to the integration of education and environmental action, aligning with SDG 13 – Climate Action and SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities.
A Place to Nurture Well-being and Community Connection
Alongside lecture halls and study spaces, NCTU also invests in modern outdoor sports facilities such as football fields, basketball and badminton courts, and other training areas. These facilities encourage students to maintain an active lifestyle, balancing study with physical exercise, while spreading a spirit of sportsmanship and solidarity within the community.
In addition, community spaces such as cafés, canteens, and common rooms are designed as gathering locations for students. Here, they can socialize, share knowledge, work on group projects, or participate in extracurricular activities, which contributes to building a student community that is cohesive, creative, and humane.
The Second Home of Students
With its modern facilities, lush green spaces, diverse sports and recreational systems, and comprehensive attention to student life, NCTU is not only a place of knowledge transfer but also a second home that nurtures youth. It is where students study, research, train physically, cultivate skills, and develop character in a safe, friendly, and sustainable environment.
NCTU’s efforts in creating a green, clean, and beautiful learning environment not only directly benefit learners but also contribute practically to the sustainable development of the local community, in line with international standards of quality education (SDG 4), sustainable community development (SDG 11), and climate action (SDG 13).
