Student Exchange Program Information Sheet 2016 Academic Year 1. General Information 1.1 Brief Introduction Chulalongkorn University, the Kingdom’s first public university, was established in 1917 by His Majesty King Vajiravudh (Rama VI); the University was named after the King’s father, His Majesty King Chulalongkorn (Rama V). The University extends over a 456-acre tract of land granted by its founder. In the succeeding years, Chulalongkorn University, or “Chula” for short, has grown to become a comprehensive university, which offers over 500 programs in almost all areas of study. The University’s numerous programs, including nearly 90 international programs, cover all fields of study, both traditional academic disciplines and interdisciplinary studies. The present enrollment is approximately 40,000 students, 2/3 is undergraduate students and 1/3 is graduate students. Homepage: http://www.chula.ac.th/ Homepage in English: http://www.chula.ac.th/index_eng.htm CU Exchange Program: http://www.inter.chula.ac.th/inter/exchangestudent/ExchangeInbound.htm
1.2. Categories of exchange students you will accept Undergraduate: students with at least 2 semesters completed. Graduate* (both Master and Doctoral)
1.3 Semester in which you wish to enroll: Semester System . First (August to December 2016) . Second (January to May 2017) . Summer (June to July 2017) *There is a few program offered in summer such as the International Program in Design and Architecture (INDA)
Trimester System . First (August to November 2016) . Second (December 2016 to March 2017) . Third (April to August 2017) *Trimester System is used for only some international graduate programs.
1.4 Proposed Grading System: . Standard grading system with A, B, C, D and F . Grading with “S” for Satisfactory or “U” for Unsatisfactory (with examination) . Grading with “V” for Visitor or “W” for withdrawn (without examination)
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Student Exchange Program Information Sheet 2016 Academic Year
1.5 2016 Academic Calendar and Application Deadline Application Academic Calendar Semester Classes begin Classes end Semester ends deadline First February 15, 2016 2nd week of Aug 1st week of Dec 3rd week of Dec International System Second July 15, 2016 2nd week of Jan Last week of Apr 3rd week of May Summer December 15, 2016 1st week of Jun Last week of Jul Last week of Jul First February 15, 2016 2nd week of Aug 3rd week of Nov Last week of Nov Trimester System Second June 15, 2016 2nd week of Dec 3rd week of Mar Last week of Mar Third October 15, 2016 2nd week of Apr 3rd week of Jul Last week of Jul Remark: Some graduate programs may use different system, please check with the program before submitting the application form.
2. Admission Requirements GPA requirement: preferable 3.0: copy of Transcript is required to submit along with application form. Language(s) of instruction (The score should not more than 2 years): TOEFL internet based: 79 computer based: 213 paper based: 550 IELTS overall band: 6.0 Marks: Listen and Speak Thai fluently for regular programs taught in Thai. Listen and Speak English fluently for international programs taught in English. Please submit the proficient test, if any.
3. Application Information Requirement documents; 1. A completed application form 2. A nomination letter from home institute 3. 2 references in signed and sealed envelopes 4. An official transcript of academic records (to be issued by the institute presently being attended) 5. An English proficiency score record (for non-native speaker of English)* 6. A copy of passport 7. Study plan / description of academic interests (on a separate sheet of A4-sized paper) 8. Eight 1-inch-colored photos (with blue background) taken no more than six months in polite attire or a civil servant’s uniform, signed on the reverse side, one of which should be attached to the application form. * It is required for the exchange student who would like to study in International Program.
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Student Exchange Program Information Sheet 2016 Academic Year 4. Contact Information Name: Ms. Tanunya Sijang Name: Ms. Sunisa Charoenna Academic Exchange Coordinator (Outbound) Academic Exchange Coordinator (Inbound) Office of International Affairs and Global Network Office of International Affairs and Global Network Chulalongkorn University Chulalongkorn University Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building, 18th Floor, Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building, 18th Floor, Phyathai Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok, Thailand 10330 Phyathai Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok, Thailand 10330 Telephone: 66 2 218 3335 Telephone: 66 2 218 3335 Fax: 66 2 216 1299 Fax: 66 2 216 1299 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
5. On-campus Accommodation Chulalongkorn University international HOUSE: CU i House a 26 – storey on campus residence for international students, in line with the University’s “moving forward” strategy to become more international, the total area of 33,957 square meters, consisting of 846 units.
Monthly Fee (Utility charges not included) Studio 25 sq. m. THB 10,000 180 Units (5 ft. x 1 bed) Studio 25 sq. m. THB 11,000 546 Units (3.5 ft. x 2 beds) 1 Bedroom 50 sq. m. THB 22,000 36 Units (6 ft. x 1 bed) *Contract requirement: 2 months deposit of the room and one month rental fee in advance.
Daily Rental Fee (including room service) for visitors/guests THB 900 per night 84 Units
Service and Facilities Retail Shop . 24-hour reception service and technician service . 24-hour convenience store
. Shuttle Bus to the University . Coffee shop & Bakery
. Free Internet Wi-Fi and TV . Laundry
. Study Room, Lobby and Garden . Stationary
For more information: Tel. +662–2173188 Fax. +662-2192678 Email: [email protected] 268 Chulalongkorn Soi 9, Charasmuang Road, Wangmai, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 THAILAND http://www.chula.ac.th/en/prospective-student/accommodation
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