Southampton Open Cup 2025
A friendly football tournament connecting the Vietnamese student community in the South of England. Teams from Southampton, Bournemouth, Portsmouth, and Exeter competed in a day of sportsmanship and celebration.

Over 51 branches spanning across the United Kingdom
The Vietsocs network is a system of Vietnamese Student Societies at universities across the United Kingdom, coordinated by SVUK. Each Vietsoc serves as a bridge helping Vietnamese students find community, support, and opportunities from the moment they arrive in the UK.
Each Vietsoc organises dozens of events each year — from Tết festivals, cultural fairs, sports tournaments to academic and career workshops. Here are highlights from branches nationwide.
A friendly football tournament connecting the Vietnamese student community in the South of England. Teams from Southampton, Bournemouth, Portsmouth, and Exeter competed in a day of sportsmanship and celebration.
A Vietnamese cultural fair bringing Vietnamese heritage to the student community in Northwest England — showcasing traditional food, áo dài fashion, music performances, and art exhibitions.
A warm Lunar New Year celebration organised by the Vietnamese community in Oxford, featuring traditional dishes, lion dance, music, and a reflection on the duality of home and new horizons.
An annual gala dinner bringing together Vietnamese students from London universities for a night of networking, performances, and awards celebrating outstanding community members.
A vibrant food festival showcasing authentic Vietnamese cuisine to the Scottish student community, organised by Edinburgh Vietsoc in collaboration with local restaurants.
A series of academic workshops helping Vietnamese students with dissertation writing, research methods, and academic English — hosted by Birmingham Vietsoc.
The Vietsocs Handbook is compiled by SVUK to support branches in establishing, running, and growing sustainably. Whether you're setting up a new Vietsoc or taking over a committee, this is an essential reference guide.
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