2020 Kasetsart University, Thailand Fact Sheet for Exchange Partner Student

University Name /Address/ Kasetsart University - Main Bangkok (BangKhen) Campus 50 Ngam Wong Wan Website Road, Ladyao, Chatuchak Bangkok 10900 THAILAND http://www.ku.ac.th/english/ General Introduction about Kasetsart University (KU) was founded in 1943 as a public university and was the the university Kingdom of Thailand’s first agricultural university. KU has four campuses: the main campus is located in Bang Khen, Bangkok. All campuses offer Bachelor, Masters, and Doctorate degree programs. Office of International http://iad.intaff.ku.ac.th/wordpress/?page_id=10486 Affairs Division ‘s Website Contact detail for exchange Ms. Araya Bijaphala, Director of International Affairs Division students Email: [email protected] Tel : +66-02-942-8171-3, Fax: +66-02-942-8170 Ms. Unthika Thamnium, inbound staff Email: [email protected] Tel: +66-02-942-8858, Fax: +66-02-942-8170 Website: https://iad.intaff.ku.ac.th/wordpress/?page_id=10486 Language of Instruction • All of the classes in KU’s international/ English programs are taught in English. (English): • Other programs at KU are taught in Thai. • Some KU Faculty Departments offer occasional classes in English; see for example, Architecture, Environmental Studies. Minimum / Maximum • Min. 9 credits Max. 22 credits (Undergraduate) course load per semester • Min. 9 credits Max. 15 credits (Graduate) Language Proficiency If not a native English speaker, proof of English proficiency is required such as Requirements: TOEFL (IBT, ITP), IELTS, TOEIC, or other assessment provided by home university in the Nomination Letter. Some Faculty and Graduate level programs may have more rigorous requirements. KU Course Credit and http://www.interprogram.ku.ac.th/newsite/images/Kasetsart_University_Credit_ Grading System and_grading_system_for_public.pdf Academic Requirements GPA equivalent of 2.00/4.00 scale; good academic standing. Individual Faculty may (GPA): require other standards. Students may be required to demonstrate the capacity to manage upper-level courses (by submitting a transcript showing completion of specified pre-requisite courses or otherwise showing academic competencies). SAT scores are require for admission to some degree programs. Application Deadline: First Semester : May 21, 2020 Second Semester : October 18, 2020 Semester dates: International Programs 1st Semester, 2020: August 2020 – December 2020 2nd Semester, 2020: January 2021 – May 2021 English Programs 1st Semester, 2020: June 2020 – November 2020 2nd Semester, 2020: December 2020 – April 2021 Academic calendar Academic Calendar International programs https://iad.intaff.ku.ac.th/wordpress/?page_id=10486 /courses 2020 Requirement:  Enrolled as a degree student in home university  Photocopy of passport  A scanned copy of official transcript of records of your current degree with the degree name and level  A scanned copy of original degree certificate and complete transcript of Bachelor's with authorized English translation (for Master applicant)  A scanned copy of original degree certificate and complete transcript of Bachelor's and Master's with authorized English translation (for PhD applicant)  If not a native English speaker, proof of English proficiency Test or other assessment provided in Nomination Letter  Students must obtain the non-immigrant Thai ED-Visa to study in Thailand  Proof of Medical/Health insurance coverage for duration of studies  Nomination Letter from the home university  Scanned copy of certified scholarship award letter (if applicable)

- NOTE - - All of the documents must be in English and need to be certified copies of the originals. Documents that are not in English must be accompanied by certified English translations. - An official transcript issued by the institution you graduated from must be a complete version clarifying a record of all courses you have taken in each academic semester along with the date of graduation, credits, and grades. - If your degree certificate does not clearly state the name and the level of your degree, you will need a certifying letter from your university to confirm that your degree is equivalent to a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree. - You must submit all the completed application documents at least 3 months before the semester starts.

Please find more information from https://iad.intaff.ku.ac.th/wordpress/?page_id=17444 How to Apply: The online application can be found from https://iaddatabase.intaff.ku.ac.th/portal/KU_eService/application_procedure.php

If you face a difficulty in applying or obtain necessary information, Please feel free to contact [email protected] Duration of Exchange An Exchange student is permitted to spend the exchange period at Kasetsart University not more than 2 semester as specified in the university bilateral agreement. Accommodation: Kasetsart University does offer on-campus and off-campus dormitories. The list can be found on these sites. -campus Dormitory: http://bit.ly/2GAn8TD -campus Dormitory: http://bit.ly/2NOoCtk • On Visa Regulations: Do  Please apply from your home country at a Thai Embassy or Consulate. • Off students need a visa upon  The THAILAND Non-immigrant ED-Visa is required to study. their arrival?  Students who arrive without the ED-Visa may seek assistance from the ISC Office. Health Insurance: **All international students must have Medical/Health and Accident Insurance covering the duration of their studies in Thailand. If students do not have health insurance prior to arrival, they must apply at the International Studies Center (ISC) immediately upon arrival (est. 8,500 THB per year). 2020 Letter of Acceptance or If the Exchange Student’s Application is ACCEPTED, International Affairs Division Letter of Invitation / Thai (IAD) will send to you a formal Letter of Acceptance and a cover letter to the Thai Education (ED) Visa Embassy/Thai Consulate that you choose to apply for a visa in your country via the Application: application system at https://iad-database.intaff.ku.ac.th/portal/KU_eService/application_check_status.php

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• The requirements are NOT the same at every consulate. DOES YOUR CONSULATE REQUIRE ORIGINAL OR SCANNED - NOTE THE FOLLOWING: - Do you need an ORIGINAL Letter of Acceptance sent by international mail? OR, is a SCANNED Letter of Acceptance sent to you via email sufficient?

Please note that IAD will only send the scan of letter to you via the application system .The program coordinator is the person who take care of the ORIGINAL letter sending and they will send the ORIGINAL one to you by international mail only if REQUIRED by the Thai Consulate or Embassy. It takes longer to arrive so plan accordingly. Guidelines for New Students International Studies Center (ISC) is the administrative office that coordinates international education activities, offers cultural training, assists with Visa extensions, and generally advises and facilitates visiting International Students. ISC is located in the Rapee Sagarik Building, (Office of the Registrar) on the 6th floor. ***Exchange Students must visit the ISC Office on your first arrival day to register officially as a Kasetsart University Student. *** Student ID Card In order to make your Student ID Card, you need to wear proper student uniform (for undergraduate students only). For undergraduate students: Please contact International Studies Center (ISC) at Rapee Sagarik Building For graduate students: Please contact Graduate School at Graduate School Building During mid-term and final examination period, students must show their Student ID Card to enter examination room. Registration Process Exchange students must submit the KU1 Form (Course Registration Form) to the Faculty. KU1 Form can be downloaded on http://registrar.ku.ac.th/download/ku1- registration-form/ or can be received at International Studies Center (ISC). Transcripts All exchange students can download their online transcript after the semester ends at https://inter-regis.ku.ac.th/_Login.php. For those who need an original transcript please contact the program coordinator before go back to your home university. Estimated Living Expenses: Approximately 15,000-20,000 THB per month (5 months per semester) 2020 KU map University map: http://www.ku.ac.th/images/plan_KU.jpg KU Sky view and Google Street view: http://ku-map.ku.ac.th/ Additional Assistance For additional assistance or for inquiry regarding the Application Process, please feel free to contact IAD (International Affairs Division) Website: http://iad.intaff.ku.ac.th/wordpress/?page_id=10486 Tel: +662 9428858 E-mail: [email protected] For assistance with Visa, Housing, or other matters, please contact ISC (International Studies Center) E-mail: [email protected] Website: https://sites.google.com/ku.th/isc/home Last update: December, 2019 By IAD