First, popular universities studying in Thailand
1. Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University is the oldest university in Thailand, known as "the most prestigious university in the country" and one of the best universities in Thailand. Extensive contacts and cooperation with foreign universities in related theories are becoming more and more mature, and Chulalongkorn University's academic research has also made great achievements in international exchanges. Chulalongkorn University is regarded as the forerunner of higher education in Thailand in many ways. It is often closely watched by peers and the public, guiding the development direction of national higher education and some special occupations. Chulalongkorn University ranks 247th in the recently published QS World University Rankings in 2020, and its social science department ranks 46th, biomedical science 82nd and applied technology 100.
2. Chiang Mai University
Chiang Mai University (CMU) was founded by His Royal Highness King Bhumibol in 1964+ 10. There are four campuses (three in Chiang Mai and one in Nanpenfu) with a total area of about 14 square kilometers and more than 30,000 students. The main campus is located in the western suburbs of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Chiang Mai University is the only national university in the city and the leading institution of higher learning in northern Thailand. Chiang Mai University not only provides higher education opportunities for students in northern Thailand, but also provides a high-quality learning environment for foreign students, especially those close to Indochina Peninsula. Chiang Mai University is famous for its medicine and engineering science. The famous courses of Chiang Mai University are: chemistry (the first in Thailand), agriculture and forestry courses, and pedagogy (teaching includes Thai courses and international English courses).
3. Yisancang University
Yisancang University, located in Bangkok, Thailand, is the first international university in Thailand and the first higher education institution in Thailand to provide comprehensive English teaching. It is also the largest and most prestigious private university in Thailand. Founded in 190 1, it is a comprehensive university with modern management level. There are world-class campuses, first-class equipment, first-class management and first-class teachers. Yisancang University has a team of senior teachers composed of experts and scholars from all over the world. The use of fully enclosed English teaching provides students with a good diversified atmosphere. The school has 65 disciplines, among which business administration and computer science are in a leading position in Asia. Universities choose textbooks and counseling from famous universities such as Harvard University and Yale University, and adopt credit scoring methods that meet international standards. So far, Yisancang University has formally established inter-school contacts with many international institutions and signed cooperation agreements.
4. Shi Lan University
Shi Lan University (RSU), founded in 1986, is the most comprehensive university in Thailand. Shi Lan University has a famous medical college, Southeast Asia Institute of Diplomacy and International Relations, the only aviation college in Thailand, a famous architecture college and a media college. It also includes "China International College", which is the first Chinese-speaking area outside the world. Shi Lan University recognizes that every graduate needs basic earning ability. In modern business society, English proficiency and communication skills are very important. Therefore, Shi Lan University requires all students to learn basic computer science and foreign languages, and strengthen the use of English in the classroom. There are 200 universities in the world that recognize the degrees and credits of Shi Lan University.
Second, the conditions for studying in Thailand
1, meet the admission qualification.
When you choose to study in Thailand, no matter what stage, your education must reach the standard. In fact, the educational threshold for studying in Thailand is not high, and many schools offer bilingual teaching. There are also simple admission conditions such as exemption from exams and no IELTS scores.
Undergraduate course: 3.5-4 years.
To study in Thailand, you need to complete high school education or graduate from a secondary school, vocational school or technical school equivalent to high school level. This is equivalent to 12 years of education to apply for a bachelor's degree in Thailand.
Master: 1.5-2 years.
To study for a master's degree in Thailand, the applicant must have a bachelor's degree in national education or equivalent. As long as you meet the academic standards, you don't need IELTS TOEFL scores to apply for a master's degree, let alone take the postgraduate entrance examination as in China. With a short academic system, you can enter the school directly, which is very suitable for people who want to improve their academic qualifications quickly.
Doctoral degree: the academic system is 3 years.
To study for a doctorate in Thailand, you must have a master's degree or above. It is a good choice for those who need to get a degree quickly, because Thai universities have low tuition fees and flexible admission.
2. Have an economic foundation.
To study abroad, you must have certain economic strength. Although Thailand is not as expensive as the United States, Canada and Australia, it can't be done with a small sum of money, so you must have a certain economic support before choosing to study in Thailand.
Three. Guide to studying in Thailand
1, choose your major according to your career goals and long-term planning.
When choosing a major, you should prepare for employment in advance, choose a major with development potential according to your own career development goals and the trend of the job market, and consider the long-term career development potential and space of this major.
2. Choose your major according to your personal specialties and hobbies.
It is said that interest is the biggest motivation for learning, so we should combine our professional expertise and hobbies and choose a major that is easy to play and grasp, so it is easier to learn and more likely to succeed. The traditional education system in China makes many students feel that they have no special interests and specialties. In fact, after digging and discovering your own potential, you can still find the direction of interest.
3. Choose the major first and then consider the institution.
At present, many students in China choose colleges first and then majors, which is unscientific. In foreign countries, schools with weak comprehensive strength do not mean that there are no good majors, and schools with strong comprehensive strength are not among the best in all majors. Therefore, I suggest that you choose your major direction first, and then consider choosing an advantageous institution in the relevant professional education field. This will not only improve the visa rate, but also conform to your hobbies and interests, and give play to your subjective initiative instead of blindly following the trend. Moreover, today's employers will not only stare at a paper diploma in your hand, but the real skills will remain for a longer time.