International Student Handbook Suan Sunandha International School of Art Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University
By Mr. Thanawan Whaikluean Computer Technical Officer Dr. Niracharapa Tongdhamachart “Message from the Dean of SISA” I would like to personally welcome you to Suan Sunandha International School of Art (SISA). This year of 2018 has been the sixth year since our establishment. One of my favorite aspects of my career is seeing the skill development of our students while building long-term relationships with those individuals. I ensure that I would continue to do what I love while serving a leader to the students, faculty and staff of this institution. SISA’s programs span through edutainment, entrepreneurships, leadership, and innovation. The students have been exposed to real industrial sector and have taken part in problem solutions. SISA always assists students in the resolution of problems, as well as balances academic, social, civic, and personal growth development. Students will be challenged and transformed by our robust fine art curriculum and our strong spirit of community services. Student life will be dedicated to helping you invest in your own success by engaging meaningful ways and creativity. Academic studies combined with the program and initiatives will give you a complete experience upon completion of the program. Please join us and let us help you create your own wonderful collegiate experience at SISA. Cherish your time here at SISA. Mr.Tonphon Sapnirund
“A Message from the Deputy Dean for Planning and Quality Assurance of SISA”
Suan Sunandha International School of Art , Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University has earned its place among the elite entertainment arts institutions in Thailand. What sets us apart is our dedication to teaching film production , applied performing arts , digital marketing and digital design within a learn and practice. after studying the course. We believe that the creative arts are an integral aspect of the human condition, and that their creation and study enhance quality of life and add to the cumulative value of human history. Our aim is to develop a new generation of professionals in the film production , applied performing arts , digital design and digital marketing. That is why our students study film alongside history, art , literature, philosophy and the sciences. Our campus provides a supportive environment where students create and collaborate in a conservatory setting under the expert eye of our top-notch faculty and professional filmmakers. Experimentation and risk-taking are encouraged because working through mistakes is an integral part of the learning process. It's how you discover your talent. If you are a prospective student thinking about your future, I encourage you to explore our website, visit our beautiful campus, take a tour of our state and speak to our staff and faculty. Dr. Pison Suwanpakdee “A Message from the Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs of SISA” It is with pleasure that I welcome prospective students, parents, current students, friends and the community to the Suan Sunandha International School of Art , Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University in Thailand. As part of the University for the Suan Sunandha International School of Art , SISA exemplifies academic, artistic and creative excellence through its noted faculty, talented students and rigorous programs. Numerous SISA alumni have gone on to high profile careers on applied performing arts , digital marketing , digital design and film production . With a rich history of producing graduates with the skills, insight, experience and knowledge required to succeed in their craft, the Suan Sunandha International School of Art is a top tier choice in Thailand for prospective students seeking a BF.A. of the highest quality. I invite you to join us. Visit our website to learn more about us. We would like to see you at our school or like us on SISA Facebook official . Contents 1. Introduction of SISA 1 2. Why study at Suan Sunandha International School of Art? 1 3. General Information about SISA 2 4. SISA Contact Information 4 5. Bachelor’s Degree 4 6. Admission Requirements 5 7. Document Required for Admission 6 8 .Academic Semester 6 9. How to apply 7 10. Facilities 8 11. Housing and Facilities 9 12. Visa Information 11 12.1 Apply for Non-Immigration Visa Procedure at Wad RiKhing Immigration 11 12.2 Visa extension for student (Non-ED) 11 12.3 Notification of staying in Thailand over 90 days ( 90 days report) 11 12.4 Re – entry Visa 12 12.5 Changing Visa from Tourist Visa to Non – Immigrant “ED” 12 12.6 Notice 12
13. Using Mobile Phone in Thailand 15 14. Security Concerns 16 15. Phutthamonthon Post Office 17 1
1.Introduction of SISA
The university main campus is, located in central of Bangkok , with historic origin that was once a part of the Dusit Palace, the Royal compound of the King Rama V. Long before , it served as a Royal Garden and the residential compound for his visits with his allies and named it “Suan Sunandha”. Suan Sunandha International School of Art was established in Phutthamonthon District , Nakhon Pathom Thailand. The educational system aims to create film , animation, computer graphic , design , mobile developer and digital marketing to provide labor markets and services on academics to the society. 2.Why study at Suan Sunandha International School of Art? SISA focuses on each student’s artistic creativity to inspire the process of film production or digital content that reflects individual uniqueness. SISA fully intends to provide a strong foundation for each student as a true professional in filmmaking , applied performing arts, digital marketing and digital design by finding out each student gifted talents and change them into reality effectively and practically . Additionally, all students will have a glimpse of experience as a professional filmmaker or digital content creator by producing their own films, animation, design, mobile applications, or digital marketing thru new media in response to the real industry. If you are one of the new generation with 2 great vision and passion in filmmaking , animation , makeup artist or e-commerce. SISA is what you are looking for.
3.General Information of SISA 3.1 Philosophy It’s objectives are to create professional graduates specializing in producing film, creativity , animation , digital design and digital marketing . Creating leadership skill and responsibility towards society and leading to excellence edutainment centre, and internationalization are our SISA philosophy. 3.2 Vision International Edutainment School of ASEAN 3.3 Mission Suan Suandha International School of Art in Film Arts , Creativity and Digital Media has significant missions by focusing on education and research in majoring film production , applied performing arts , digital design and digital marketing as follows :
1) To produce graduates in the field of film production , applied performing arts ,digital design and digital marketing to meet the needs of local community and society. 2) To develop research in creating knowledge of producing film production, applied 3 performing arts, digital design and digital marketing to meet the needs of local community and society. 3) To provide academic services in the field of film production , applied performing arts , digital design and digital marketing. 4) To Create collaboration both domestic and international ones with entrepreneurs in film production , applied performing arts , digital design and digital marketing . 3.4 SISA Highlights 1) Learning both theory and actual practice in 2 programs with 4 majors , both in the classroom and outside locations. 2) Students acquire skills in English to fulfill all requirements. Students must have TOEIC score at least 500 upon completion of the study. 3) There are exchange programs with various universities worldwide from such countries as Korea, Indonesia, U.S.A , China, Singapore and Malaysia. 4) Students can pursue internship abroad. 5) Students can complete undergraduate level from 2 and a half year until 4 years. 6) Students study and work with the real industry to obtain actual experiences. 4
4.SISA Contact Information
For more information of Film Arts Programs and Creativity and Digital Media Programs at Suan Sunandha International School of Art (SISA) , Public Relation Office 3rd floor , Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University (Salaya) Nakhon Pathom Campus Thailand. No. 111/3-5 No. 2 Khlong Yong Sub-district Phutthamonthon District, 73170 Nakhon Pathom Campus Thailand. Tel. 034 -964918 Fax 034-964918 >> Website : https://sisa.ssru.ac.th >> Facebook official : https://www.facebook.com/sisa.ssru
5.Bachelor’s Degree Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Arts (International Program) Major in Film Production Major in Applied Performing Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creativity and Digital Media (International Program) Major in Digital Design Major in Digital Marketing 5
6.Admission Requirements Students must satisfy the following general entrance requirements prior to being admitted to the Suan Sunandha International School of Art , Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University and students admission is based on the student’s personal and academic records , portfolio , achievement . At the time of admissions , the student must. 1.Have Successfully completed their upper secondary education in Thailand (M.6 Certificate or Grade 12 ) or have equivalent academic qualifications from abroad that are recognized by the Ministry of Education , Thailand. 2.Possess a minimum grade point average ( GPA) of 2.00 in English subjects or demonstrated proficiency in English language by having at least one of the following qualifications. 2.1 a TOEIC score of at least 500 (if available) 2.2 Pass the English proficiency test of the Suan Sunandha International school of Art or based on the interview from the Suan Sunandha International school of Art examination committee. 3.Acquired good physical and mental health and be without any transmittable diseases. 4.Acquired clear record of good behavior. 5.A portfolio at the high school or interest on the subscription chosen field. 6.The applicant should have the qualifications, skills, knowledge and abilities that correspond to the selected majors or have the capability on either side such as the film production and digital media, digital design , applied performing arts, digital marketing and etc. 7.Thai students and foreign students must be able to listen, speak, read and write, and speak English perfectly. 6
7.Document Required for Admission 1.Two copies of Identification Card and residence registration for Thai candidates and copy of passport for foreign candidates in A4 paper. 2.Two copies of high school certificate or diploma or any other equivalent qualification as authorized by the respective country’s Ministry of Education or other assigned government agency, which must be translated to English , if issued in any other language and be confirmed by their own government’s appropriate Ministry or Embassy or issued in English by the school that issued the graduation record, diploma or transcript. 3.Two 3 x 4 cm. Photos. 4.Two copies of a name / surname change certificate , if applicable issued by appropriate authority in English. 5.Letter of recommendation in A4 paper (if available) 6.Two copies of ID card number in A4 paper. (Thai students only)
Optional : You are recommended to bring any film certification or prepare a portfolio about your film experience. This will help enhance your application, etc.
8.Academic Semester First Semester : August – November Second Semester : January – April Summer Semester : May – July 7
9.How to apply -Complete the application form Download : https://goo.gl/forms/Dix5iloPrukI18L22 -Include Certified or evidence of your academic qualifications -Send your form and documents to us : Public Relation Office Suan Sunandha International School of Art , Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University 111/3-5 No. 2 Khlong Yong Sub-district Phutthamonthon District, Nakhon Pathom Thailand, 73170. Tel. 034 -964918 Fax 034-964918 -Sisa Official fanpage Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/sisa.ssru/ -Applying to Website : www.sisa.ssru.ac.th and follow the instructions on screen. 8
10.Facilities 9
11.Housing and Facilities 10
Housing Rental Rate & Housing Rental Fees :
Note : Damage deposit : 3,000 THB Room Type : Air conditioned A damage deposit or deposit is a sum of money paid in relation to a rented item to ensure it is returned in good condition. They are particularly common in relation to rented accommodation, where they may also be referred to as a tenancy deposit or in some places a bond.
The owner of the item (the landlord in the case of accommodation) will take a sum of money from the person(s) renting the item (the tenant). If the item is returned in good condition at the conclusion of the tenancy the owner should return the deposit. If the item is returned with damage beyond normal wear and tear, the cost of repairing that damage may be charged against the deposit, and part (or none) of the deposit will be returned. 11
12. Visa Information 12.1 Apply for Non-Immigration Visa Procedure at Wat RiKhing Immigration 1. Contact the information counter to pick up a queue card 2. Submit your passport and other related documents to the officer 3. Pay the fee and fine in case of overstay 4. Meet with the officer to receive stamp and approval hearing, except 4.1 for retirement visas 4.2 when the applicant has hold Thai citizenship before 4.3 for business class A 4.4 for visas special cases (If making a statement is required, it takes approx. 40 min.) 5. Collect your passport 6. On the appointed day and time, please present your passport to the officer in person. There is charge for this stage.
12.2 Visa extension for student (Non-ED) An alien who applies for a Non – Immigrant “ED” for the first time, you can stay in Thailand for 90 days. For the next time, you must apply for an extension to continue staying for 1 year before the expiration of your visa about 1 month. For the extension, you will need to submit the following: 1. Letter of Suan Sunandha International School of Art , SSRU 2. Passport and Copy of the Passport every pages. 3. Application Form T.M. 7 + 2 inches photo 4. Copy of Academic Transcript 5. Copy of registration receipt 6. Visa Extension Fee 1,900 Baht Notice: Visa Extension must be applied in person 12.3 Notification of staying in Thailand over 90 days ( 90 days report) An alien who has stayed in Thailand over 90 days must notify your residence to the Immigration Office every 90 days. You can do as the following: 1. The foreigner makes the notification in person, or 2. The foreigner makes the notification by registered mail. Notification in person Notification Form T.M. 47 (No Fee) Copy of passport pages with following pages 12
-Front page showing name/surname/Passport No., ect. -Current Visa -Last entry stamp of immigration -Last extension of visa -Copy of departure card T.M. 6 -Envelope with 10 Baht stamp affixed and return address of foreigner for the officer incharge to send back the lower part of form TM. 47 after having received the notification. This part must be kept for reference and for future notifications of staying over 90 days.
Notice :
- Your registered mail must be sent to the Immigration office at least 15 days before the due date of notification. - Your new form will be stamped as of the expiration date of your old receipt. - Please keep your receipt of your registered mail in case of lost mail. - Your document can not be processed if you have passed the 90 days limit. (You must come to the nearest immigration office or Wat RiKhing Immigration in person to pay fine 2,000 Baht) - Waiting for reply mail over 1 month, please contact Wat RiKhing Immigration Office with your registered mail receipt.
The Fine : -The notification of staying in the Kingdom over 90 days is in no way equivalent to a visa extension. -If a foreigner has been staying in the kingdom for over 90 days without notifying the Wat RiKhing Immigration or notifying the Wat RiKhing Immigration later than the set period, a fine of 2,000.- Baht will be collected. If a foreigner who did not make the notification of staying over 90 days will be arrested , and he will be fined 4,000.- Baht. -If a foreigner leaves the country and re-enters, the day count starts at 1 in every case. 12.4 Re – entry Visa In case of an alien has to travel outside of Thailand for a short period, you need to proceed a re-entry permit before traveling. For the Re-entry Visa, you will need to submit the following: Passport -Application Form T.M. 8 13
-2 inches photo -Re-entry permit fee (1,000 Baht for single or 3,800 Baht for multiple) Notice: Re-entry permits must be applied for in person
12.5 Changing Visa from Tourist Visa to Non – Immigrant “ED” The application must be submitted at least 15 days before visa expiration and, in case of overstaying in Thailand, application could not be submitted. 1. Form TM. 86 for the foreigner, who has Tourist and Transit Visa and applies for Non –Immigrant “ED” 2. A Copy of passport pages (for example, personal information page, last entries stamp, visa sticker and extension stamp (if any) and departure card (Form TM. 6) 3. 2 inch size photograph 4. Application fee of 2,000 Baht. 5. To study at a government university 5.1 A cooperation letter from the Suan Sunandha International School of Art 5.2 A Copy of academic record of applicant with the latest tuition fee receipt 12.6 Notice 1. Thai visa extension for foreign students should be prepared a month before the visa’s expiration date. The faculty will collect the passports of the students who need to extend their visas and send them to the Administration Section of Suan Sunandha International School of Art. 2. In the situation where your faculty has exchange students, volunteers and/or foreign researchers, a NON-Immigrant Visa “Category ED” is required. Do not confuse this visa with the NON-Immigrant Visa “Category B” because a NON-Immigrant Visa “B” is needed for business transactions and/or work permits. 3.Visa on Arrival for entering the Kingdom of Thailand 3.1 The passport holder whose passport is stamped at every border checkpoint is able to stay in the Kingdom of Thailand for 15 days 3.2 The passport holder whose passport is stamped at Suwannabhumi Airport or Don Mueang International Airport checkpoint is able to stay in the Kingdom of Thailand for 30 days (Notes: It also depends on the Visa agreement of each country) 4. Foreign student must report themselves at the Immigration Bureau every 3 months ( 90 days), if he or she fails to do so, he or she will be fined for 2,000 Baht. A letter can be sent instead of going in person, but must be received prior to the end of the 90 day term. 5. Foreign students who need to travel outside the Kingdom of Thailand must receive a Re-entry permit before traveling at Airport or the Wat RiKhing Immigration, 52/11 No. 2 Soi- RiKhing 14 RiKhing-district, Amphoe Sam Phran , Nakhon Pathom Thailand 73210. 14
Tel: 034-318996-7
If the student fails to do so, his or her latest Visa will be invalid. There are 2 types of Re-entry permit; 5.1 Re-entry permit for single trip costs 1,000 Baht. 5.2 Re-entry permit for multiple trips costs 3,800 Baht.
In any cases about visa please contact SISA office **1 month BEFORE Visa expired** 15
13. Using Mobile Phone in Thailand -There are three mobile phone companies which can operate in Thailand. You can purchase a local SIM card and prepaid phone cards for air time at any convenience store as well as other retail outlets. If you are a long-term resident with a Retirement visa or a work permit you can obtain a service plan and be billed monthly. You can also “register” your number, so in the event you lose your mobile phone your provider can replace your SIM card with the same number. If you do not register your number you will have to settle for a new number.
Website: http://www.dtac.co.th/en Dtac call center: 1678, (66) 22028267
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Website: http://www.ais.co.th/en/index.html AIS call Center: 1175 16
14. Security Concerns - Let us know Contact information of your family / home university. - Let us know your telephone number (in Thai) / email address. - Keep a copy of your passport with you all the time. - Keep SSRU’s student ID card with you all the time. - Keep your room and valuables secure. - Go out in pairs or groups. - Do take care of yourselves. - Stay alert in tourist districts. 17
15.Phutthamonthon Post Office 18
Phutthamonthon Post Office provides mail, remittance, and international phone call services. Open from 8:30 a.m. to 19.00 p.m. on weekdays except for official holidays. Located at Salaya Bangphasi Road Location : Salaya Opposite Infirmary of Mahidol University Tel. 0 2441 9503 EMS World Terms and conditions 1.Maximum weight: 30 kg. 2.The service is suitable for senders who look forward to time-guaranteed delivery. 3.Delivery standard of EMS World is set as follows: ASIA Delivery Standard (day) 1 - 3 days AFRICA Delivery Standard (day) 2 - 4 days EUROPE Delivery Standard (day) 1 - 3 days AMERICA Delivery Standard (day) 2 - 5 days Contact information 19/19 Moo 5, Salaya Bangphasi Road Salaya, Phutthamonthon District, Nakhon Pathom 73170 Thailand Tel. 02 441 9503