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1 Factsheet for Exchange Program 2018 Kasetsart University Website Mailing Address 50 Ngamwongwan Road, Chatuchak, Bangkok THAILAND Exchange Coordinator (Inbound) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chamaipak Tayjasanant, International Affairs Division Tel : , , Fax: Administrative Staff (Inbound) Ms. Unthika Thamnium (Annika) & Mr. Thienthong Wachirawichai (TK) International Affairs Division iad@ku.ac.th Tel: , Fax: Courses Official Language Language Requirements (if applicable) Thai 1. English for exchange students 2. Those who would like to join class with local students need to know enough Thai language Workload Kasetsart University uses the credit system to determine the requirement and progress of the students in each program of studies. Different courses at different levels require different number of credits. One credit equals one weekly hour of lectures and/or a discussion class, or two to three hours weekly of laboratory class per semester. One Academic year categorized as a bi-semester, academic year is divided into 2 regular semesters. Exchange student may consult about workload with advisor for their exchange program. Minimum /Maximum course load per semester Min. 9 credits Min. 9 credits Max. 22 credits (Undergraduate) Max. 15 credits ( Graduate) Academic Calendar for 2018 Application Deadline for 2018 First Semester (August 6 December 24, 2018) Second Semester (January 14, 2018 May 27, 2019) First Semester : May 11, 2018 Second Semester : October 19, 2018

2 Duration of Exchange Numbers of exchange students Orientation dates for each semester English Proficiency Requirement Application Process 1 semester 1 academic year 2-4 per academic semester or a year depends on MOU Semester 1 : 3 August Semester 2 : 11 January TOEFL (IBT, ITP), IELTS, TOEIC, Etc. Complete the online application at the link below. Please note that applicants must contact the coordinator of their home university to review their application documents and complete the checking list form before uploading application documents to the online system. (Please note the link will be available only during the application period.) We only take application through your institution nomination and we do not accept paper applications. Required Document 1. A scanned copy of your passport (at least 6 months before your passport expires) 2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume 3. A photo 1.5 (3 x 4 cm.) not older than 6 months 4. Proof of English proficiency (not older than 2 years) 5. A scanned copy of an official consent letter from home institution verifying you as an exchange student 6. Recommendation letter from home institution 7. A motivation letter 8. A scanned copy of the official transcript of your current degree with the degree name and level 9. A Scan copy of original degree certificate and complete transcript of Bachelor s and Master s with authorized English translation (for graduate applicant) 10. A scanned copy of certified scholarship award letter (if applicable) 11. A scanned copy of health and travel insurance card/document (if applicable) Estimate of Living Expenses /Month Dormitories - Approximately 15,000 20,000 THB On campus Dormitories <KRISSANA INTERNATIONAL DORMITORY> There are international dormitories for international students. The rooms are furnished with a bed, a mattress, a pillow (students must bring their own sheets and pillow cases), a wardrobe, a desk and a chair. There is a refrigerator, air

3 conditioning, washing machines, and Wi-Fi services as well. However, there are a limited number of rooms for international students. Off-campus Dormitories There are various types of accommodation around the campuses. The details can be obtained from the International Studies Center (ISC) at Kaset Klang Campus or the office in each regional campus. Services Airport pick-up service Using Mobile Phone in Thailand On - campus Off - campus 4, BHT 7,500 10,000 BHT Remark: Exclude utility fees Exchange students can access the facilities and services which KU provides for all Thai and foreign students such as the library, campus bus, computer, laboratory, sport complex and so on. Banks, Cafeterias and 7-11 stores are available around the campus. No Exchange students can purchase a local SIM card and prepaid phone cards for air time at any convenience store as well as other retail outlets. There are three mobile phone companies that operate in Thailand: DTAC, True move and AIS. Health insurance Kasetsart University provides an infirmary for students. However, we suggest all exchange students purchase health insurance in Thailand. If students want to purchase insurance in their home country, they should submit the certificate (English version) including student information, period, coverage etc. after arriving in Thailand. **You are required to be responsible for medical fee if you do not have health insurance** Visa-related Please tell us the procedure to apply for a proper visa, required documents, Information etc. It is necessary for student to always update their contact detail (Thai mobile number, and address) to us so we could contact them anytime in emergency) Last update: 13/03/2018 Completed by: IAD TEAM

4 Double s Kasetsart University International & English Programs 2018 International & English Programs in Bangkhen Campus Faculty Faculty of Engineering(IDDP) Aerospace Engineering and Business Administration Undergraduate& Graduate programs Faculty Faculty of Agriculture Sustainable Agriculture Tropical Agriculture Faculty of Agro-Industry Agro-Industrial Innovation and Technology Biotechnology Food Science Faculty of Economics Agricultural and Resource Economics Entrepreneurial Economics Faculty of Humanities Communicative Thai Language for Foreigners Integrated Tourism Management English for International Communication

5 Faculty Faculty of Engineering Sustainable Energy and Resources Engineering Electrical-Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Software and Knowledge Engineering Chemical Engineering Engineering Management Environmental Engineering Industrial Engineering Information and Communication Technology for Embedded Systems Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Bio-Veterinary Science Faculty of Fisheries Fisheries Science and Technology Faculty of Forestry Tropical Forestry Faculty of Science Bioscience Bioscience and Technology Integrated Chemistry Chemistry

6 Faculty Faculty of Business Administration Business Administration Faculty of Economics Economics Agricultural and Resource Economics Faculty of Education Science Education Faculty of Engineering Civil Engineering Faculty of Humanities English for Specific Purposes International Programs in Kamphaeng Saen Campus Faculty Faculty of Agriculture Agricultural Research and Development Faculty of Liberal Arts and Science English as an International Language