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International Studies ASEAN – CHINA (IAC) International Program of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University Tha-Prachan Campus 2 Prachan Road, 10200,

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International Studies ASEAN – CHINA (IAC) International Program Faculty of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University Tha-Prachan Campus 2 Prachan Road, Bangkok 10200, Thailand

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Bachelor of Arts Program in International Studies (ASEAN-China) international Program

Our Vision As ASEAN and China become global epicenter of , politics and culture, our students will be equipped with the necessary 21st Century skills for personal and professional success, as well as the knowledge and confidence to ​ understand and transform the region around them.

Our Mission

- Provide students with an interdisciplinary Liberal Arts education to allow them to discover their passion and interests, develop adaptable skills, promote creativity and problem-solving abilities, and enhance analytical and research skills.

- Prioritize practical communications, business, and management skills desired by employers through project-based learning.

- Inspire students to develop their communicative capacity by enhancing their knowledge base, and exercising their capacity to engage in arguments through discussion and debate in English and a third language of their choice.

- Create a student environment which is welcoming and diverse through extra-curricular activities, field trips, conferences, and supported by a proud university culture.

- Assure that students understand their rights and responsibilities as socially responsible citizens in line with the history and values of Thammasat University.

- Become a center for world class research and publications on ASEAN and China.

Our Story

The International Studies (ASEAN-China) International Program (IAC) is a 4-year-full time program designed to deepen a students’ knowledge of the languages, politics, economics, societies and cultures of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) and China. It is also designed to provide an opportunity for international students to study, develop knowledge and share experiences.

The IAC program was established in 2013 as a response to the advent of the ASEAN Community (AC) and the expansion of China’s economic, cultural and strategic rise, which has led to great changes in the Southeast Asian region and the global community. This transition at both the domestic and international levels led to the foundation of the International Studies (ASEAN-China) program. The program aims to enrich students’ understanding of the various dimensions of the ASEAN region and China as well as to encourage students to identify as ASEAN and global citizens. Therefore, IAC is a stairway to promoting regional and global understanding about ASEAN countries and China from ASEAN’s and the Chinese perspective.

With English as the medium of instruction, the program introduces students to a theoretical and practical interdisciplinary approach which is aimed to encourage a deeper understanding of both the historical and modern importance of ASEAN and China, especially in the areas of politics, economics, and the socio-cultural relationships among these countries. This degree will also help students develop practical real-world skills demanded by employers, such as business and mass media.

The IAC program ensures that students are able to choose from a variety courses that are compatible with the multidisciplinary nature of ASEAN and China from our faculty members as well as professionals in the government and private sectors. Teaching the national languages used in ASEAN and China helps the students better understand these different regions from an insider’s point of view. Thus, students are required to select a third language course of study in their first year, taught by native speakers and linguists.

Furthermore, the IAC program cooperates with partner universities in ASEAN member countries and China, strengthening students’ opportunities in gaining experiences with the international community. Our IAC graduates have been sought after by employees and are well-prepared to work in the international arena.

Our Learning Philosophy: 6 Cs

Our Philosophy for Learning guides all of IAC’s academic programs and extracurricular activities.

These 6 Cs are essential 21st Century values which are valued not only in the workplace or the classroom, but ​ also for well-rounded graduates who can make a positive contribution to the world around them.

We have developed this Learning Philosophy with the goal to foster an academic and social environment where all students can discover their passions, challenge themselves and reach their full potential.

● Creativity: Encourage students to express themselves and apply their knowledge with creativity; with creativity comes original thought, inspiration and innovation. ● Critical thinking: Encourage students to challenge their preconceptions and question the world around ​ them. Students can learn to analyze the shifts in their environment, so that opportunities and critical problems can be defined. ● Communication: Language is a catalyst to effective collaboration. Students will develop their capacity ​ to communicate their knowledge and develop their arguments through discussion and debate in English and a third language of their choice. ● Community: o Local Community: Encourage our students to enrich their local communities through proactive participation in CSR and volunteering projects. o Regional Community: Support the advent of the ASEAN Community and foster two-way links with China. ● Civic minded: Understand the rights and responsibilities required to be a good, informed citizen in ​ society in line with the values and history of Thammasat University. ● Collaborative Projects: Foster project-based learning to develop practical skills demanded by ​ employers. Use of tasks, issues and problems to engage students in active and multidisciplinary learning.

All of our courses in the current curriculum have been designed with each of these 6 Cs in mind. Our philosophy guides every part of our program, our research output and our activities with students.

Our Courses Our curriculum gives students an interdisciplinary approach to learning. We divide our courses into specializations, which allows students to discover their passions and strengths, and can guide them in selecting the discipline to pursue further study or in their career path. - Language - Business and Economics - Media, Communications and Journalism - Political Science and International Relations - China Specialization - ASEAN Specialization - Research

Courses by Course Description subject area Thammasat TU100 Civic Engagement All Thammasat University General Courses TU101 Thailand, ASEAN, and the World students will take the generic TU102 Social Life Skills courses, which introduce TU103 Life and Sustainability university life and prepare first TU104 Critical Thinking, Reading, and Writing year students with broad TU105 Communication Skills in TU106 Creativity and multidisciplinary foundation Communication before undertaking specialized courses. Language classes Mandarin Chinese We can only work together Bahasa Indonesia and live in harmony our Bahasa Melayu neighbors when we can Burmese communicate with each other. Spanish IAC students are thus Vietnamese encouraged to learn a third Advanced English regional language in addition to their native language and English. Business and EC214 Introductory Macroeconomics Extensive study of Economics EC213 Introductory Microeconomics fundamentals of business IAC206 Introduction to International Business management, economics and IAC318 The Study on Corporate Social Responsibility in Sino-ASEAN business strategies ASEAN and China through project-based IAC345 Introduction to International Political Economy learning. IAC446 Sino-ASEAN Business in Strategies IAC302 Professional Internship Politics and PO271 Introduction to International Relations Theoretical and practical International IAC210 Introduction to International Studies analysis of the contexts and Relations SE201 International Community and International dynamics that shape our IAC426 Contemporary Issues in World Politics region and global order. IAC420 ASEAN and China IAC327 Thailand in a Global Context China IAC211 China and the Modern World Comprehensive studies of specialization IAC341 Political and Economic Development of China modern China in terms of IAC226 Introduction to Chinese Civilization politics, economics, society IAC336 Society and Culture in Contemporary China and culture. IAC337 Exploring Modern China Through Films IAC346 China’s Foreign Economic Relations IAC447 Chinese Government and its Policies ASEAN IAC221 The Historical Background of Modern Southeast Asia Focusing on historical specialization IAC320 ASEAN in Global Context background, political and IAC340 The Political Economic Development of ASEAN economic development as well IAC216 Ethnicity in ASEAN as ethnic and cultural diversity IAC316 The Overseas Chinese in Southeast Asia in Southeast Asia. These IAC317 Tourism in ASEAN courses emphasize knowledge IAC338 Contemporary ASEAN Literature of Southeast Asia and ASEAN IAC417 Seminar in Contemporary Issues in ASEAN and allow students to discuss IAC416 Gender, Civil Society and Development in ASEAN other contemporary issues such as democracy, gender inequality, ethnoreligious conflict and sustainable development in the region. Media, IAC330 Advanced Oral Communication Communications and creativity Communications IAC331 Intercultural Communication skills demanded by employers. and Journalism IAC430 Artistic Expression and Inspiration IAC301 Knowledge Discovery in Humanities and Social Sciences IAC339 Creative Industry and the Media in ASEAN IAC433 Interpreting Research IAC401 Research Methodology in the Social Science and Develop quantitative and Humanities qualitative research skills IAC230 Academic Reading and Writing in Humanities and through individual research Social Sciences and project-based learning. IAC231 Research Writing in Humanities and Social Sciences IAC302 Research Project

Our Partners The Curriculum is offered at both Thammasat University and at collaborating universities abroad where credits earned can be transferred to fulfill the student’s degree requirements at Thammasat University under the bilateral cooperation agreement involved.

IAC also offers “Professional Pathways” with our partner universities overseas. Students can take our specialized 3.5+1.5 Bachelor and Master Degree program, where once they complete their studies at IAC, they can move directly into a fast-tracked Master Degree program in Journalism Nanyang University in China or in International Studies at Sun Yat Sen University in Taiwan.

IAC Career Opportunities In our broad curriculum, and through career development and internship programs, we encourage IAC students to discover their passions and specializations. This has means meant our graduates have become valuable assets to a wide variety of employers, including multinational firms, in teaching and academia, journalism and communications, major firms, consultancies, marketing and PR agencies, the United Nations, and public service as well as working as researchers, editors, writers, and translators or interpreters. Many IAC graduates have also proceeded take Master’s degrees in Thailand, the United Kingdom, Australia, China and the United States.

IAC Career Path: Career Path is a unique extracurricular activity led by IAC faculty members to help introduce ​ students to the professional opportunities available to them once they leave IAC and Thammasat University.

Internships: In their third year, our students are encouraged to apply for internships in Thailand or overseas ​ as part of their course credit. IAC Faculty oversee these internships, provide professional guidance and assist with placements. This gives students the practical skills and experience in the workplace, and helps connect them directly to potential employers once they graduate.

Students have interned in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thai embassies and trade offices overseas, Big-4 Consulting firms, tech companies, advertising and PR agencies, and NGOs and International Organizations.

Our Alumni We are a young program, but we are proud that our IAC Alumni are already making positive contributions to their communities both locally and internationally.

- Shall we call them something creative? IAC Trendsetters. IAC Game Changers? IAC Trailblazers? Maybe something word that Pridi Used?

Ployphailin My name is Ployphailin, an alumnus of the International Studies ASEAN-China Program, Thammasat university. I graduated in 2018.

What is your current job? What is an average day at work like? My current job is an Account Executive of Public Relations at Ogilvy & Mather Bangkok. Ogilvy is New York City-based British advertising, marketing and public relations agency. Ogilvy Bangkok separates its production into different houses; we have Production, Creative, Public Relations and Strategic Planning, but my house is under Public Relations. My ongoing project is to work directly with our client, a Thai government agency; it’s pretty intense but always a great challenge!

What was the most important value you picked up from IAC? My most important value I received from IAC is understanding of ASEAN's perception, trends and current issues. Surprisingly, every company I applied for, from a Big-4 consulting firm to advertising agencies, accepted me because they found my background of education very exciting and unique. I think that IAC made me a good asset for employers.

Southeast Asia is becoming more important day by day. During the trade war and the rise of China, we are the spotlight. So, I believe that holding education about ASEAN for today’s kids is very important. And it’s very easy for them to find a job!

What are your ambitions? After working with Ogilvy for 5 months, I realized that I really want to try working life beyond Thailand as there is much more I want to overseas. So, I decided to apply to work abroad, and I got a new position with Ogilvy Hong Kong. Long term, my ambitions are to enroll in an Ivy League university for my Master’s Degree and spend my post-graduate life abroad.

Chatsita Hi! My name is Chatsita. I graduated from International studies ASEAN-China, Liberal Arts, Thammasat University in 2018.

What is your current job? What is an average day in your job like? My job since graduating, I have worked at Chanel Thailand, where my job is to communicate with clients and a site admin for the Chanel Fashion Show in Bangkok.

What was the most important value you picked up from IAC? From what I have learned while I was studying and have since found important was the new perspective of how I see the society. I found that people come from different backgrounds so we all have different stories to tell. It makes me understand and easy to work with different people.

Nuttaporn I graduated from Faculty of Liberal Arts, majoring ASEAN-China Studies, Thammasat University in 2018.

What are your responsibilities in your current job? Now I am working at Lazada Thailand as a Vendor Agent under the Business Development department. My main responsibilities are helping and supporting new potential sellers by providing them business information and being a consultant.

What was the most important value you picked up from IAC? The courses I took were really broad, so topics like business, economics and language were helpful. But the most important value that I got from IAC is how to adjust myself quickly to multicultural society. Lazada is an international company, there are many international employees, especially of Chinese origin. Hence, I know what should or should not mention and can appropriately in every situation.

What’s next for your career? Now I am interested in Digital Marketing. In the next 3 years, I am going to study in Master’s degree but still deciding whether to study in Thailand or abroad.

Student Life Student Activities IAC students actively participate in activities organized by the Faculty of Liberal Arts and other international programs, such as the Liberal Arts Open House, Interdome Sporting Events, and the Intercup Football Tournament. With support from the IAC program, IAC students can arrange both academic and sport activities with universities in Thailand and other universities in ASEAN and China. During semester breaks, students take part in summer camps and field trips.

Sports Tha Prachan Campus has a gym, basketball court, football field and running track. More Facilities for outdoor activities such as football, jogging, basketball, tennis and swimming are available the at the University Sports Complex in Talingchan, 15 minutes from the Tha Prachan Campus Faculty of Liberal Arts Student Lounge (8th ​ Floor).

IAC Students actively take part in university games such as basketball, football and chairball. The 4th Year ​ Female Students won the Thammasat University Basketball Championship in 2018.

IAC Club IAC Club a student led group organized under supervision of the IAC Committee. It aims to encourage students to organize and assume responsibility for student activities where teamwork is necessary. IAC club is a friendly and active student organization. IAC students can initiate, develop, and implement their own interest activities through the year. In this way, IAC students get to know each other and develop personal competencies in more fun and creative surrounding environment.

Facilities Thammasat University Central Library houses a collection of well over 6,000,000 books and over 2,600 titles of periodical and newspapers in Thai and foreign languages for lending and research services. A modern library complex, complete with modern computerized facilities and services, opened in 1997. A recent addition is the Rewat Buddhinan Music collection for films, music and audio-visual materials.

The library also provides service to the general public and research students from other educational institutions, although its main users are staff and students of the university. The number of users now exceeds 700,000. In addition, there are excellent specialist collections at the Faculty of Economics, which also serve students and staff from other faculties.

Bookstore The Thammasat University Bookstore at Tha Prachan was established in 1980. Presently, there is another branch at the Rangsit campus. The bookstore offers publications from domestic and foreign sources to supplement university instruction at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels as well as in numerous short programs. Some of the required textbooks for the courses offered by the program are available at the store. The bookstore also offers an excellent selection of stationery and the other office supplies at reasonable prices.

Computer and Network Facilities Thammasat University operates a campus-wide computer and network support structure, with world-wide internet access, e-mail and the other services. There are also computer labs and facilities for student use.

Health Services The Health Service center is located on the second floor of the Dome Building. It provides basic outpatient medical and dental services for students free-of-charge.

IAC Activities Conferences 2017: Amb. H.E. Mr. Paul Robilliard, Ambassador, Embassy of Australia in Bangkok Opportunities and Challenges in Australia-Thailand and Australia-ASEAN Relations Ambassador Paul Robilliard, the Australian Ambassador to Thailand, gave a keynote Public Lecture to IAC students at the Faculty of Liberal Arts on what ASEAN means to the other countries of the region, why Australia and other middle powers have consistently sought to deepen their ties with ASEAN and deepen its engagement in ASEAN-led institutions, and discussed some of prospects and challenges for ASEAN-Australia relations, and indeed ASEAN itself, in a transitional era for geopolitics in the Asia-Pacific region.

2018: Amb. H.E. Satu Suikkari-Kleven, Ambassador, Embassy of Finland in Bangkok Achieving Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in Southeast Asia Ambassador Satu Suikkari-Kleven, the Ambassador of Finland to Thailand, spoke to students from IAC and the Social Policy & Development International Program on March 7, the eve of International Women’s Day, to discuss the challenges still faced by women and girls in achieving gender equality and empowerment in Southeast Asia. She shared some lessons from the experiences of Finland, which is ranked 3rd in the world for ​ gender equality and women’s empowerment, and from her personal experiences, on how young Thai women and men can be leaders in standing up for gender equality.

Orientation Day An orientation program is setup to give a warm welcome to new students and to introduce them to different aspects of university life that they can expect to participate in during their studies at Thammasat University. Special features include meeting with the and the Dean of the faculty.

Student also meet with senior students in the program and other students from Thai-language programs in various activities such as ice-breaking and campus tours.

Advisorial Supervision The IAC program ensures that IAC students enjoy full academic and pastoral care Each student is assigned one advisor who advises them on various topics such as their academic study program, social life at the university or on other personal issues.

Study Trips Study trips are led by lecturers and coincide with the courses. The study trips are to enhance student’s academic experiences outside the classrooms. With visiting to several historical places, universities and multiple agencies, students would have opportunities for meaningful connections with local people, gain knowledge of Southeast Asia’s societies, politics and cultures.

Full Curriculum The IAC curriculum includes generic subjects, courses concerning ASEAN and China and electives. Students generally graduate within four years of study. A general IAC study plan requires that students register for the university’s generic courses, English and Foreign Languages in their first year and the IAC compulsory courses, including economics, law, and international relations in the second year. IAC courses and elective courses are to be taken in the remaining years.

Academic Calendar Semester 1: August-December (15 weeks) Semester 2: January-May (15 weeks) Summer semester (optional): June-July (8 weeks)

General Courses Courses required by the University TU100 Civic Engagement TU101 Thailand, ASEAN, and the World TU102 Social Life Skills TU103 Life and Sustainability TU104 Critical Thinking, Reading, and Writing TU105 Communication Skills in English TU106 Creativity and Communication Courses required by the Faculty of Liberal Arts TU124 Society and Economy TU116 Man and Arts: Visual Art, Music and Performing Arts AS125 Introduction to ASEAN

Specialized Courses IAC Compulsory Courses EC214 Introductory Macroeconomics PO271 Introduction to International Relations IAC210 Introduction to International Studies IAC221 The Historical Background of Modern Southeast Asia IAC301 Knowledge Discovery in Humanities and Social Sciences IAC302 Internship IAC320 ASEAN in a Global Context IAC340 The Political and Economic Development of ASEAN IAC341 The Political and Economic Development of China IAC401 Research Methodology in the Social Science and Humanities IAC302 Research Project IAC420 ASEAN and China Compulsory English Language Courses IAC230 Academic Reading and Writing in Humanities and Social Sciences IAC231 Research Writing in Humanities and Social Sciences IAC330 Advanced Oral Communication IAC331 Intercultural Communication IAC430 Artistic Expression and Inspiration Compulsory Foreign Language Courses IAC263 Communicative Vietnamese 1 IAC264 Communicative Vietnamese 2 IAC363 Communicative Vietnamese 3 IAC364 Communicative Vietnamese 4 IAC273 Communicative Burmese 1 IAC274 Communicative Burmese 2 IAC373 Communicative Burmese 3 IAC374 Communicative Burmese 4 IAC283 Communicative Melayu 1 IAC284 Communicative Melayu 2 IAC383 Communicative Melayu 3 IAC384 Communicative Melayu 4 IAC293 Communicative Chinese 1 IAC294 Communicative Chinese 2 IAC393 Communicative Chinese 3 IAC394 Communicative Chinese 4 IAC265 Communicative Thai 1 IAC275 Communicative Thai 2 IAC365 Communicative Thai 3 IAC375 Communicative Thai 4 IAC266 Communicative Spanish 1 IAC277 Communicative Spanish 2 IAC366 Communicative Spanish 3 IAC377 Communicative Spanish 4 IAC276 Communicative Indonesian 1 IAC376 Communicative Indonesian 2 IAC376 Communicative Indonesian 3 IAC366 Communicative Indonesian 4 Elective Courses SE201 International Community and International Law EC213 Introductory Microeconomics IAC206 Introduction to International Business IAC216 Ethnicity in ASEAN IAC226 Introduction to Chinese Civilization IAC316 The Overseas Chinese in Southeast Asia IAC317 Tourism in ASEAN IAC318 The Study on Corporate Social Responsibility in ASEAN and China IAC327 Thailand in a Global Context IAC336 Society and Culture in Contemporary China IAC337 Exploring Modern China Through Films IAC338 Contemporary ASEAN Literature IAC339 Creative Industry and the Media in ASEAN IAC345 Introduction to International Political Economy IAC346 China’s Foreign Economic Relations IAC416 Gender, Civil Society and Development in ASEAN IAC417 Seminar in Contemporary Issues in ASEAN IAC426 Contemporary Issues in World Politics IAC433 Interpreting IAC446 Sino-ASEAN Business in Strategies IAC447 Chinese Government and its Policies

Course Description Courses required by the University Humanities TU102 Social Life Skills 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Holistic health care, addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs, which are considered important skills for success in leading a happy life in society. Students learn to develop their ability in physical health care to manage stress, build emotional security, understand themselves and adapt to psychological, emotional and social problems. Students also learn to understand the meaning of aesthetics, experiencing and appreciating the relationship between art and humanity in different fields, namely visual arts, music, performing arts and architecture.

Social Science TU100 Civic Education 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Instillation of social conscience and awareness of one’s role and duties as a good global citizen. This is done through a variety of methods such as lectures, discussion of various case studies and field study outings. Students are required to organize a campaign to raise awareness or bring about change in an area of their interest.

TU101 Thailand, ASEAN, and the World 3 (3–0–6) Study of significant phenomena around the world, in the ASEAN region and in Thailand in terms of their political, economic and sociocultural dimensions. This is done through approaches, theories and principles of social science research via discussion and raising examples of situations or people of interest. The purpose of this is to create a perspective of diversity, to understand the complexity of global interrelationships, to build a global mindset and to be able to challenge old paradigms and open up a new, broader worldview.

Science and Technology TU103 Life and Sustainability This course provides an introduction to the importance of life-cycle systems perspectives in understanding major challenges and solutions to achieving more sustainable societies in this changing world. Students will learn about the relationship between mankind and the environment in the context of energy and resource use, consumption and development, and environmental constraints. Furthermore, an examination of social conflict and change from the life-cycle perspective will be used to develop an understanding of potential solution pathways for sustainable lifestyle modifications.

Languages TU050 English Skill Development 0 (3 – 0 – 6) This course aims to develop students’ English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through integrated methods. The course also enables students with the ability to use basic English communication skills in their studies at a higher level.

TU104 Critical Thinking, Reading, and Writing 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Development of critical thinking through questioning, analytical, synthetic and evaluation skills. Students learn how to read without necessarily accepting all the information presented in the text, but rather consider the content in depth, taking into account the objectives, perspectives, assumptions, bias and supporting evidence, as well as logic or strategies leading to the author’s conclusion. The purpose is to apply these methods to students’ own persuasive writing based on information researched from various sources, using effective presentation techniques.

TU105 Communication Skills in English 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Development of English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, focusing on the ability to hold a conversation in exchanging opinions, as well as reading comprehension of academic texts from various disciplines related to students’ field of study.

TU106 Creativity and Communication 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Creative thought processes, with critical thinking as an important part, as well as communication of these thoughts that lead to suitable results in social, cultural and environmental contexts, at personal, organizational and social levels.

Courses required by the Faculty of Liberal Arts TU124 Society and Economy 3 (3 – 0 – 6) To provide guidelines for the study and analysis of society and economy to analyze social and economic evolution in Thailand and worldwide to emphasize the influence of culture and institutions on the social and economic system.

TU111 Thailand in Historical, Social and Cultural Perspective 3 (3 – 0 – 6) To explore Thai social, cultural and intellectual backgrounds from the old days (known as the Kingdom of Siam) until today. Emphasize the formation of the Thai identity as well as directions towards the development of Thai culture and society in the globalization context. (Field trips are obligatory)

TU 116 Man and Arts: Visual Art, Music and Performing Arts 3 (3 – 0 – 6) This course is a study of art in relation to its function and the development of people, society and environment by focusing on various creative works, such as visual arts, music and performing arts, depicting the culture and perception of mankind. The course also aims to instill learners with real awareness of art values through personal experience, and also the appreciation of the aesthetic values of creative works. An emphasis is placed upon the influence of art on Thai values and the Thai way of life.

TU 121 Man and Society 3 (3 – 0 – 6) A general study of human societies, structural constituent, social process, changes and social evolution caused by environmental and technological changes and other important factors. Analysis of different types of societies to see the relationship among various constituent parts within the society and the relationship between society and environment. Viewing important social problems in general and in Thailand.

AS 125 Introduction to ASEAN An Introduction the history and the aims of the establishment of ASEAN community. It includes the overview of ASEAN countries in social, political, economic, cultural and ideological aspects.

Specific Courses that are required by the Program EC214 Introductory Macroeconomics 3 (3 – 0 – 6 ) (For students who are not Economics majors) Concepts and application of economic theories involving Macroeconomic indicators; goals and problems in the context of Macroeconomics; determination of national income; money markets, supply of and demand for money; Macroeconomic problems including unemployment, inflation, and deflation, fiscal and monetary policies used for economic stabilization; the balance of payments; foreign exchange market and exchange rate determination; application of economic indicators to analyze economic situations.

PO271 Introduction to International Relations 3 (3 – 0 – 6 ) Foundations of international politics; the nature and structure of international relations; political, military, economic, social and cultural factors as well as ideologies which impact on state behavior; development of international cooperation in its different forms, such as practice regulations, and international institutions resulting from and affecting the above factors.

IAC210 Introduction to International Studies 3 (3 – 0 – 6 ) A comprehensive introduction to international studies, an interdisciplinary approach which includes various fields of study, e.g. cultural studies, international political – economy diplomacy and international law, or environmental study of the Earth, within the concepts of global studies of globalization.

IAC211 China and the Modern World 3 (3 – 0 – 6) A comprehensive study of China from late imperial Qing to present, with attention to the major historical developments, influential personalities in modern China, the impact of the west on China, and relationships between China and other countries in the modern world.

IAC221 The Historical Background of Modern Southeast Asia 3 (3 – 0 – 6) A concise historical background of Southeast Asia before the founding of ASEAN, consequences of the colonial era and the Cold War, birth and development of ASEAN amidst the relations of Southeast Asian nation-states within the context of globalization.

IAC301 Knowledge Discovery in Humanities and Social Sciences 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Concepts of “science” in Humanities and Social Sciences, importance of knowledge, knowledge discovering process, and utilization of knowledge, both within the similarities and differences between the Humanities and Social Sciences.

IAC302 Introduction to International Political Economy 3 (3 – 0 – 6) In the age of globalization, the world is driven by complex relations between politics and markets that reinforce and interact with each other. Politics is undeniably influenced by markets and the other way round. In this course, students will learn about this interaction through historical and modern context and perspectives with the specific focus on international trade and finance.

IAC320 ASEAN in Global Context 3 (3 – 0 – 6) ASEAN in its policy and organizational management, the structure of organization, the three pillars of organization, ASEAN Charter, and its roles and missions in depth. A study of ASEAN as a part of the regional architecture, conditions for capability development amid changing regional and global contexts.

IAC340 Political and Economic Development of ASEAN 3 (3 – 0 – 6) ASEAN’s development in political and economic contexts from past to present, with investigation of trends in the near future.

IAC341 Political and Economic Development of China 3 (3 – 0 – 6) An introduction to the development of China's economy, society and politics since 1949 to present; China's particular revolution and reform experiences, economic, social and political changes, and reviews of policies.

IAC401 Research Methodology in Social Science and Humanities 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Basic research methods in Humanities and Social Sciences, understanding and skills in writing research proposal, collecting data, information analysis, and presenting research reports.

IAC402 Research Project 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: IAC 401 or Approval from Supervisor A special topic of individual interest in conducting research under the supervision of an advisor.

IAC420 ASEAN and China 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Multidisciplinary and topical approaches to understanding the interactions between China and ASEAN from past to present; patterns and characteristics of such interactions, social and cultural exchanges. Compulsory English Language Courses IAC230 Academic Reading and Writing in Humanities and Social Science 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Strategies used in reading academic texts in the field of social science; analysis of academic text structure and language used in academic texts; skills of writing exposition, with emphasis on the precision of presentation and organization of content.

IAC231 Research Writing in Humanities and Social Science 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC230/Instructor Approval Introduction to the writing of research papers with emphases on the use of secondary sources, documentation and organization of material, and on argumentative methods.

IAC330 Advanced Oral Communication 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has taken EL171 and EL172/Instructor Approval Techniques, processes and preparation of discussion and oral presentation.

IAC331 Intercultural Communication 3 (3 – 0 – 6) The nature and problems of intercultural communication, and the role of differences of languages and cultures in communication.

IAC430 Artistic Expression and Inspiration 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Exploration of various forms of art and of their artistic expressions; and development of aesthetics, inspiration and creativity.

Compulsory Foreign Language Courses IAC263 Communicative Vietnamese 1 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Alphabets, letters, vocabulary and fundamental grammar; building listening and speaking skills for everyday life.

IAC264 Communicative Vietnamese 2 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC263/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking in various everyday life situations; reading and writing basic sentences; vocabulary and grammar; emphasis on correct pronunciation.

IAC363 Communicative Vietnamese 3 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC264/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking, reading and writing short paragraphs with emphases on everyday life situations and current affairs.

IAC364 Communicative Vietnamese 4 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC363/Instructor Approval Communicative skills in Vietnamese; reading short passages and writing with emphases on complex grammatical structures and on social and cultural issues.

IAC273 Communicative Burmese 1 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Alphabets, letters, vocabulary and fundamental grammar; building listening and speaking skills for everyday life.

IAC274 Communicative Burmese 2 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Have earned credit of IAC273/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking in various everyday life situations; reading and writing basic sentences; vocabulary and grammar; emphasis on correct pronunciation.

IAC373 Communicative Burmese 3 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC274/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking, reading and writing short paragraphs with emphases on everyday life situations and current affairs.

IAC374 Communicative Burmese 4 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC373/Instructor Approval Communicative skills in Burmese; reading short passages and writing with emphases on complex grammatical structures and on social and cultural issues.

IAC283 Communicative Melayu 1 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Alphabets, letters, vocabulary and fundamental grammar; building listening and speaking skills for everyday life.

IAC284 Communicative Melayu 2 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC283/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking in various everyday life situations; reading and writing basic sentences; vocabulary and grammar; emphasis on correct pronunciation.

IAC383 Communicative Melayu 3 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC284/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking, reading and writing short paragraphs with emphases on everyday life situations and current affairs.

IAC384 Communicative Melayu 4 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC383/Instructor Approval Communicative skills in Burmese; reading short passages and writing with emphases on complex grammatical structures and on social and cultural issues.

IAC293 Communicative Chinese 1 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Sound system of standard Chinese; 250 Chinese characters; vocabulary and fundamental grammar.

IAC294 Communicative Chinese 2 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC293/Instructor Approval 300 Chinese characters; listening and speaking in various everyday life situations; reading and writing basic sentences; vocabulary and grammar; emphasis on correct pronunciation.

IAC393 Communicative Chinese 3 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC294/Instructor Approval Listening, speaking, reading and writing with emphasis on conversational patterns and idiomatic expression used in everyday life.

IAC394 Communicative Chinese 4 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC393/Instructor Approval Communicative skills in Chinese; reading short passages and writing with emphases on complex grammatical structures and on social and cultural issues.

IAC265 Communicative Thai 1 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Listening, speaking, and using vocabulary and Thai proverbs in everyday life situations; answering questions and conveying experience, knowledge thoughts properly.

IAC275 Communicative Thai 2 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC265/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking in upper level; listening and understanding various situations as well as briefing core idea and expressing opinion.

IAC365 Communicative Thai 3 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC275/Instructor Approval Reading and writing basic sentences in Thai; summarizing of texts; writing short paragraphs to convey knowledge and ideas.

IAC375 Communicative Thai 4 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC365/Instructor Approval Communicative skills in Thai; reading short passages and writing with emphases on complex grammatical structures and on social and cultural issues.

IAC266 Communicative Spanish 1 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Listening, speaking, and using vocabulary and Spanish proverbs in everyday life situations; answering questions and conveying experience, knowledge thoughts properly.

IAC277 Communicative Spanish 2 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC266/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking in upper level; listening and understanding various situations as well as briefing core idea and expressing opinion.

IAC366 Communicative Spanish 3 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC277/Instructor Approval Reading and writing basic sentences in Spanish; summarizing of texts; writing short paragraphs to convey knowledge and ideas.

IAC377 Communicative Spanish 4 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC366/Instructor Approval Communicative skills in Spanish; reading short passages and writing with emphases on complex grammatical structures and on social and cultural issues.

IAC276 Communicative Indonesian 1 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Listening, speaking, and using vocabulary and Indonesian proverbs in everyday life situations; answering questions and conveying experience, knowledge thoughts properly.

IAC286 Communicative Indonesian 2 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC276/Instructor Approval Listening and speaking in upper level; listening and understanding various situations as well as briefing core idea and expressing opinion.

IAC376 Communicative Indonesian 3 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC286/Instructor Approval Reading and writing basic sentences in Indonesian; summarizing of texts; writing short paragraphs to convey knowledge and ideas.

IAC386 Communicative Indonesian 4 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Has earned credit of IAC376/Instructor Approval Communicative skills in Indonesian; reading short passages and writing with emphases on complex grammatical structures and on social and cultural issues.

Elective Courses SE201 International Community and International Law 3 (3 – 0 – 6) International and regional coexistence. Sources of International Law. Relationship between international and external Law. Conventions and state responsibility.

EC213 Introductory Microeconomics 3 (3 – 0 – 6) (For students who are not Economics majors) Concepts and applications of economic theories regarding fundamental economic problems, price mechanisms, the supply and demand of goods and services, basic theories of consumer behavior, production and costs, and price determination in perfect and imperfect competitive markets. Comparing market performances in resource allocation, basic theories of factor market and market failures.

IAC216 Ethnicity in ASEAN 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Ethnic groups in ASEAN in their historical background, ways of life and beliefs, social conditions, diasporas, as well as the intermix of their cultures.

IAC226 Introduction to Chinese Civilization 3 (3 – 0 – 6) An introduction to traditional China from ancient times to early Qing dynasty, with focus on the political, social and intellectual developments, the main Chinese philosophy and its political thought; the characteristics of each Chinese imperial dynasty.

IAC316 The Overseas Chinese in ASEAN 3 (3 – 0 – 6) A survey of life and experience in various Chinese communities in ASEAN to examine the meanings of Chineseness, within the political, social, economic and cultural contexts of this region; the transnational network of overseas Chinese capital and enterprise.

IAC206 Introduction to International Business 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Introduces the students to the basic concepts of International Business. Topics include the foundations of global business, the global business environment, global business strategy and organization, and managing global business. There will be a focus on appropriate theory and the course will aim to provide opportunities for students to better understanding the environment in which businesses operate.

IAC317 Tourism in ASEAN 3 (3 – 0 – 6) ASEAN in the development of tourism management, forms of tourism, and the effects of tourism industry on the local communities.

IAC318 The Study on Corporate Social Responsibility in ASEAN and China 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Definitions and importance its concept, roles and responsibilities for the economy and society; definitions and importance of Corporate Social Responsibility in the context of ASEAN and China.

IAC327 Thailand in a Global Context 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Introduction to Thai culture and way of life including ongoing changes in global changes.

IAC336 Society and Culture in Contemporary China 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Exploration of social and cultural aspects in contemporary China; elite culture, popular culture, new social/cultural movements, consumerism and feminism; the analysis of representative Chinese-language films.

IAC337 Exploring Modern China Through Films 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Exploration of modern China through the analysis of representative Chinese-language films from mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, with attention to the aesthetic response of film to China’s social culture and political thought.

IAC338 Contemporary ASEAN Literature 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Selected pieces of important classic and modern literature which influences a change in the region, and reflected the picture of social-cultural conditions of ASEAN countries.

IAC339 Creative Industry and the media in ASEAN 3 (3 – 0 – 6) The Media, Creative Industry and Popular Culture and Its diffusion in ASEAN.

IAC345 Internship 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Prerequisite: Having earned credits of Language level 4 or approval from the Program Practice of various assignments in institutions or organizations in ASEAN or China; students can do the practicum in the organizations provided by the program or those approved by the faculty; the practicum must take at least 150 hours under the supervision and assessment of the program and the organization; after the practicum the student must submit a report for assessment.

IAC346 China’s Foreign Economic Relations 3 (3 – 0 – 6) To provide a comprehensive understanding on China’s foreign economic relations including China’s international economic behaviors, China’s international socialization, China’s foreign aid, China’s economic security, and China’s energy security.

IAC416 Gender, Civil Society and Development in ASEAN 3 (3 – 0 – 6) To explore and encourage students to take a hands-on approach to examining the role that civil society and various non-governmental organizations play in policymaking, and promoting and fostering development and rights in Southeast Asia, including with regards to gender and sex, identity, inclusion, equality and empowerment.

IAC417 Seminar Contemporary Issue in ASEAN 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Selected issues concerning contemporary ASEAN.

IAC426 Contemporary Issues in World Politics 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Selected issues concerning contemporary World Politics.

IAC433 Interpreting 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Involves the practice and discussion of consecutive and simultaneous interpreting and the contexts where English – one ASEAN language consecutive and simultaneous interpreting is required. In this course, the emphasis is placed on the application of language theories and translation principles to interpretation. Students will develop their listening comprehension, note taking and oral communication skills and be introduced to research methods used in acquiring reference information for interpreting. The course also includes the discussions on problem solving techniques in the interpreting context.

IAC446 Sino-ASEAN Business in Strategies 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Business strategies implemental by China and ASEAN counterparts.

IAC 447 Chinese Government and its Policies 3 (3 – 0 – 6) Examination of China's political history, its dynamic economic and social changes, its lasting political culture, its enduring struggle for modernization, the system of Chinese government and its policies since 1949 to present.

Application and Admissions Application forms are available from January to March. All applications must be submitted in person or by proxy at the IAC office during the January-March period. Students seeking admission to the IAC program are admitted once a year. Applicants must meet all IAC entry requirements and sit for written and oral exams at a specified date.

Entry Requirements (Thai citizens)

• Applicants must hold a secondary school certificate (M.6) or its equivalent, or expect to obtain one prior to registration (end of July). Those taking the Equivalent Secondary School Qualification must show proof that they expect to take the qualifying examination prior to registration.

• Applicants from international schools in Thailand must hold a secondary school certificate (Grade 12), or expect to obtain one prior to registration.

• Applicants must submit one of the following test scores * TU-GET: 500 IELTS: 6.0 TOEFL (iBT): 61 SAT (Critical reading): 350 *The official score report of these English language proficiency tests is valid for 2 years after your test date. (N.B. All international qualifications must be accredited by the Ministry of Education for admission to the program)

• IAC written examination and interview

Applications are open from January-April every year. Please see our website for exact opening times.

(Applications can be submitted online through at tuasean.com or directly to the IAC office at the Faculty of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University.)

Entry Requirements for Overseas Students

Scholarships and Financial Assistance The program annually awards scholarships to successful students of the program who earn top academic achievements. The program also provides financial assistance to IAC students in financial difficulty.

Fees as of 2019 (Subject to Change)

Approximately 55,000 baht per regular semester or 110,000 baht per year.

Application fee 1,000 baht Enrollment 400 baht Tuition (per credit) 2,000 baht Program fee (per year) 12,000 baht Medical services (per regular semester) 125 baht Sport services (per regular semester) 200 baht Student activities (per regular semester) 200 baht Library services (per year) 2,000 baht University services (per regular semester) For Thai nationals 450 baht For international students 10,000 baht Academic development and resources (per regular semester) 3,600 baht Accident insurance 110 baht Internet services (per year) 1,600 baht Matriculation continuation (per semester) 300 baht Graduation fee 600 baht Transcript (per copy) 30 baht Registration document (per semester) First semester enrolment 400 baht Regular semester 20 baht Summer semester 10 baht

Teaching Faculty Full-time Lecturers Sasinan Kruaechaipinit Ph.D (Doctor of Philosophy in China and Asia-Pacific Studies), National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan M.A. (International Master of ), National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan B.A. (Bachelor of Arts in ) Chiangmai University, Thailand Chontida Auikool M.A (Political Science) Thammasat University, Thailand B.A. () Thammasat University, Thailand Morragotwong Phumplab Ph.D (International Relations) of Singapore M.A. (History) National University of Singapore M.A. (Linguistics) , Thailand B.A. (Hons) Southeast Asian Studies, Thammasat University, Thailand Lapatsavee Nilmanat MSc (International Political Economy) London School of Economics, UK B.A. (International Relations) Thammasat University, Thailand Jacob Hogan M.A. (Master of Business Administration) University, Thailand M.A. (International Relations) Australian National University, Australia B.A. (Politics and International Relations) Curtin University of Technology, Australia

Adjunct Lecturers Associate Professor Dr. Dumrong Adunyarittigun Ph.D. (Curriculum & Instruction) (Reading Education) University of Maryland College Park, USA M.Ed. (Reading Education) Towson State University, USA B.A. (English) (Second Class Honors) , Thailand Associate Professor Kusumal Rajatanun M.Sc. (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) The State University of New York at Albany, USA B.A. (Political Science) The Australian National University, Australia Assistant Professor Dr. Nuchada Dumrongsiri Ph.D. (Communication Studies) Kent State University, USA M.A. (Communication) University of Dayton, USA B.A. (Social Science) Srinakarinwirot University Dr. Piyamas Sanpaweerawong Ph.D. (Chinese Historiography) Beijing Normal University, P.R.C. M.A. (Chinese) , Thailand B.A .(Chinese) Chulalongkorn University, Thailand Pattanapong Sangtham Cert. (Cross-Cultural Studies) Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan, USA B.A. (English) Saint Olaf College, Northfield, Minnesota, USA Danilo Poblete Jr. M.A English Education, University of Bohol, Tagbilaran Philippines B.A. (English) Adventist University of the Philippines, Philippines B.S. (Nursing) Adventist University of the Philippines, Philippines Natthaphon Tripornchaisak M.A. (Cross-cultural Communication) , Australia B.A. (English) Thammasat University (Second Honors) Chaiwat Meesantan Ph.D ( Malay Studies) , Malaysia M.A. (Malay Studies) University of Malaya, Malaysia B.A. (Melayu language) Prince of Songkla University, Thailand Panida Chuenmanuse M.A. (English -Thai Translation) Thammasat University, Thailand B.A. (English) Thammasat University, Thailand Yang Hongkui B.A. (History) Yunnan Normal University, China P.R.C. Dr. Hamam Supriyadi Ph.D (Linguistics) Research Institute of Languages and Cultures for Asia, Mahidol University, M.A (Linguistics) Thammasat University, Thailand B.A. (Language and Literature) Gadjah Mada Universityof Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

Faculty of Liberal Arts In 1961, Thammasat University became the first university in Thailand to incorporate a Faculty of Liberal Arts. Today, the faculty is one the university’s largest, with an average student body of 1,500 students at the undergraduate level and 500 at the post-graduate level. It offers a broad range of academic programs, taught in Thai, English and other languages in the humanities, with a strong emphasis on languages and cultures.

The guiding philosophy of the Faculty of Liberal Arts is a bold innovation in the field of higher education: to provide a form of education that promotes knowledge and understanding of humans in their social, cultural and natural environments. The faculty initiated an interdisciplinary program of broad-based integrated foundation courses for all faculties at Thammasat. This radical initiative has now become the standard for higher education at all universities in Thailand.

Why Liberal Arts? A Liberal Arts degree is designed to offer you a broad and deep education. Its general areas of study include literature, history, languages, economics, social sciences, and politics. A degree in Liberal Arts gives you many abilities that employers value. These include:

• Strong communication and critical reasoning skills. • Innovative and independent thinking. • Knowledge of a wide range of subjects, including cultures other than your own. • The capacity to learn new skills throughout life.

The knowledge and skills that you gain from a Liberal Arts education will enable you to form your own well-grounded opinions and discuss just about anything, with anyone. In addition, you will be well-prepared for the quickly changing and dynamic contemporary work environment, within which you are expected to continue to be a life-long learner. Without doubt, these are exactly the qualities which most employers are looking for.

Thammasat University Thammasat University is Thailand’s second oldest university. It was officially inaugurated on 27 June 1934 and is located at on the Rattanakosin Island and on the Bank of the . The University’s founder, Prof. Dr. , originally named Thammasat the “University of Ethics and Politics”, reflecting its primary mission to offer higher education in the disciplines of law and politics to the new citizenry and prepare Thai people for their new democratic system. Hoping to make higher learning accessible to all, Thammasat began as an with 7,094 students enrolled in its first academic year.

Since its initial inception, Thammasat University has evolved from an open university for law and politics to a prestigious international research university offering all levels of academic degrees and producing cutting edge research across a broad spectrum of academic disciplines. The University has graduated more than 300,000 students since its founding who have gone on to make great contributions to the development and progress of Thailand and the world. Notable university alumni include former Prime Ministers, leading politicians and government figures, governors, Supreme Court Judges, provincial governors, as well as experts in various fields.

Today, Thammasat University still follows its guiding philosophy to uphold academic excellence, provide services to society, and promote the arts and culture, social equality and social justice under the philosophies of constitutional monarchy and democracy. Thammasat students are not only well-rounded and well-adjusted members of their community, but are also conscious of their social responsibility as famously expressed by a former student:

“I love Thammasat because Thammasat teaches me to love the people.”

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