Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in International Development Studies (MAIDS-GRID) Faculty of Political Science, Chulalongkorn University

Transcription

1 Application Form for 2018 Intake No. of Application: 1 Photo (2.5cm x 3.5cm) Important Type or Write in Block Capital Letter, using black ink Section 1 STUDY PROGRAM Please select only one program that you would like to apply (For qualifications please see annex) M.A. in International Development Studies (Research & Coursework Mode) Ph.D. in International Development Studies Plan 1.1: Research Mode Plan 1.2: Research Mode Plan 2.1: Research & Coursework Mode Plan 2.2: Research & Coursework Mode Section 2 PERSONAL DETAILS Name : Surname/Family name : Middle Name : Gender: Male Female Title: (Mr./Ms./Mrs.) Date of Birth: Age: (DD/MM/YY) Place of Birth: Country of resident: Nationality: Native language: Home/Permanent address: Telephone number (including country and city code): Fax: Correspondence Address (If different): Telephone number (including country and city code): Fax: I.D/Passport Number: Issued by: Date of issue: Exp date: Visa Details (for those who have obtained a Thai visa): T (Tourist) Ed (Education) B (Business) Others.. Issued by: Date of issue: Exp date: 1

2 Section 3 EDUCATION: University/College Education and Qualifications Dates of Attendance GPA/ From To University/Institute Major Academic (Month/ (Month/ Record Year) Year) Degree Level Section 4 EMPLOYMENT RECORD: Professional and other relevant experience: Please state your previous or present employer, any professional and/or relevant experience, any volunteer work or qualifications relevant to development work Dates Organization Job title Responsibility From (Month/Year) To (Month/Year) Section 5 ENGLISH PROFICIENCY (non-native English speakers only): If English is not your first language, please state qualification and level achieved. TOEFL Score: taken on (Date) IELTS Score: taken on (Date) CU-TEP Score:. taken on (Date) 2

3 Section 6 How did you hear about our program? 1. Advertisement in Newspaper 8. Careers Office 2. Website: (please name) Chulalongkorn University Prospectus 4. My employer (Please name) Education Fair/Exhibition (Please name) Personal Recommendation (Please state name and organization) From Chulalongkorn University Student/Staff (Please state name and organization) Banners in front of the University 12. From MAIDS Student/Staff (Please name) Brochure 13. I m a candidate from last year 7. Poster at Other (Please give details)... Section 7 APPLICATIONS TO OTHER UNIVERSITIES Are you applying to any other Universities? Yes No If YES, please give details: Section 8 FINANCES How do you plan to finance your study? Would you like to apply for the scholarship? Yes No (go to section 9) Name of Scholarship you would like to apply? If you got the Partial Scholarship? I accept and will provide the rest of the expenses myself I would like to defer to next academic year intake 3

4 Section 9 REFEREES: Please provide details of your two referees below. Name: Name: Position: Position: Relationship to you: Relationship to you: Address: Address: Telephone: Fax: Telephone: Fax: Section 10 EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Please give any further information that you wish to add in support of your application: any publications, experience with advanced studies or research and any other practical work you believe to be relevant. If you wish, you may also include extra documentation to support your candidacy (e.g. C.V./resume). 4

5 Section 11 CROSS-CULTURAL EXPERIENCE 1. Do you have any experience in cross-cultural education? Yes No If you answered yes to question #1, please use the chart below to identify and explain the difficulties you encountered and how you were able to overcome them. If you answered no to question #1, please use the chart below to name and explain the difficulties you anticipate and the skills needed to adapt to an international learning environment. Difficulty 1. Explanation

6 2. Are you familiar with international degree programs? Yes No If you answered yes to question #2, please briefly describe below your knowledge of/experience with this type of program. If you answered no to question #2, please briefly describe below what you expect to gain from an international degree program. 3. How long do you intend to study in order complete the MAIDS-GRID program? (including course work and thesis requirements) For MA Applicant: 12 months (one calendar year) 18 months 24 months (two calendar years) Longer than 24 months (please specify :.) For PhD Applicant: Plan 1.1 Plan 1.2 Plan 2.1 Plan months 36 months (three calendar year) (three calendar year) 24 months (two calendar year) 48 months (four calendar year) 36 months (three calendar year) 48 months (four calendar year) 48 months (four calendar year) 60 months (five calendar year) Longer than 36 months (please Specify).. Longer than 48 months (please Specify). Longer than 48 months (please Specify). Longer than 60 months (please Specify). 6

7 Section 12 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: Write a concise statement, in no more than 1,000 words (3 typed, double-spaced pages), answering the following questions: 1. What is your most valued experience or accomplishment? 2. What is your research interest? 3. What are your career expectations? Please remember the Admission Committee places strong emphasis on this statement, do not forget to sign your name and attach it to your application. 7

8 Section 13 DRAFT OF DISSERTATION PROPOSAL (Ph.D. only): Write Research Proposal no more than 1,500-2,000 words. 8

9 Section 14 CHECKLIST FOR DOCUMENTS ENCLOSED Application form 2 photographs Official transcript from the university previously attended Photocopy of the previous degrees Curriculum Vitae/Resume Statement of Purpose TOEFL, IELTS or CU-TEP test results Two letters of recommendation One sample of writings (paper/article/report written by the applicant) Photocopy of ID card (for Thai applicants ONLY) Photocopy of passport (for non-thai applicants ONLY) Photocopy of Bank transfer or cash of non-refundable application fee of 800 Baht (Approx. US$26) *For applicants who are not in Thailand, please pay the fee by sending us a $30 US Bank Draft (US$26 plus US$4 for bank charge) Section 14 DECLARATION I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge, the information furnished in this application is true and complete. I understand that if found to be otherwise, it is sufficient cause for refusal and dismissal. I also understand that if I am admitted, my admission is contingent upon my final credentials reflecting academic achievement similar to the assessment at the time of my admission. If I enroll as a student of the M.A. and Ph.D. program in International Development Studies, Faculty of Political Science, Chulalongkorn University, I agree to observe all campus policies and regulations. I hereby consent to the release of my transcript or any other materials relevant to make an informed admission decision at the institution receiving this application. Applicant s Signature Date 9

10 Qualifications of applicants ANNEX 1. M.A. Program (Research & Coursework Mode) 2. PhD. Program Earn Bachelor s Degree in any related fields Interested in research in international development Work experience in international development is an advantage TOEFL ibt score of 78; IELTS score of 6.0; CU-TEP score of 75. Other particular qualifications will be based on a specific announcement by the Graduate School in that particular academic year or has been approved from the Committee of MAIDS Program. Plan 1.1 (Research Mode 48 Credits) Earn Master s Degree in Social Science or any related fields to International Development Applicants should also have working or volunteer experiences in the field of International Development TOEFL ibt score of 78; IELTS score of 6.0; CU-TEP score of 75. Other particular qualifications will be based on a specific announcement by the Graduate School in that particular academic year or has been approved from the Committee of MAIDS Program. Draft of Dissertation Proposal 1,500-2,000 words Plan 1.2 (Research Mode 78 Credits) Earn Bachelor s Degree with Honors in Social Science or any related fields to International Development Applicants should also have working or volunteer experiences in the field of International Development TOEFL ibt score of 78; IELTS score of 6.0; CU-TEP score of 75. Other particular qualifications will be based on a specific announcement by the Graduate School in that particular academic year or has been approved from the Committee of MAIDS Program. Draft of Dissertation Proposal 1,500-2,000 words Plan 2.1 (Research & Coursework Mode 48 Credits) Earn Master s Degree in any related fields with GPAX at least 3.25 OR Complete 12-credit coursework from MAIDS Program with GPAX at least 3.50 Applicants should also have working or volunteer experiences in the field of International Development TOEFL ibt score of 78; IELTS score of 6.0; CU-TEP score of 75. Other particular qualifications will be based on a specific announcement by the Graduate School in that particular academic year or has been approved from the Committee of MAIDS Program. Draft of Dissertation Proposal 1,500-2,000 words 10

11 Plan 2.2 (Research & Coursework Mode 78 Credits) Earn Bachelor s Degree with Honors in any related fields Applicants should also have working or volunteer experiences in the field of International Development TOEFL ibt score of 78; IELTS score of 6.0; CU-TEP score of 75. Other particular qualifications will be based on a specific announcement by the Graduate School in that particular academic year or has been approved from the Committee of MAIDS Program. Draft of Dissertation Proposal 1,500-2,000 words (If Any) The Program s Account Details Account Name: Account No: (Saving Account) Bank Name: The Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) Bank Branch: Saphakachad (Thai Red Cross) Branch Bank Address: 1873 Henri Dunant Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok THAILAND Bank Tel: Swift Code: SICOTHBK Where documents are found to be INVALID, the University will revoke the admission agreement and retain all payment made to the University. This application and all documents should be received by April 30 th for the academic year specified. When complete, please sign, date and return the form enclosing all necessary documentation to: Office of the Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy Programs in Room 206, 2 nd Floor, Building No. 2 Henry-Dunant Road, Pathumwan Bangkok 10330, THAILAND Tel: , Fax: , Website: maidschula@gmail.com 11