Overview

Program Aims

The Thai as a Foreign Language program at Chiang Mai University aims to produce graduates who have Thai language skills and can demonstrate an ability to use Thai language effectively and appropriately. We provide students with the integrated knowledge in communications and interpersonal skills. These skills can be applied to promote self-development for careers focusing on quality, morality and ethics. The graduates learn the value of Thai language, society and culture, and are eager to serve as social and cultural representatives of Thailand.

Career Opportunities

Language instructor, teacher, translator or interpreter

Reporter, journalist, columnist or news presenter

Tour guide, event organizer or service provider in hospitality and tourism

Sale person, content creator or marketing officer

Foreign affairs officer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Critical Reading and Effective Writing

Advanced Speaking in Thai

Advanced Reading in Thai

Advanced Writing in Thai

English for Humanities and Mass Communication

Word Processing in Thai

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-06-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-08 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

61

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Credits

137 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Disciplines

Language Studies Asian studies View 10 other Bachelors in Asian studies in Thailand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

61

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Other requirements

General requirements

Graduated from or studying in M.6 in Thailand secondary education system or

Graduated from an international school in Thailand or

Graduated from an overseas institution/have certificated in the list of secondary education equivalency system

A scanned copy of the high school graduation certificate for Mattayom Suksa 6, or Grade 12 or equivalent, Thai or English, or the foreign equivalent and a certificate of current student status (if studying).

A scanned copy of the official high school transcript, Thai or English, or the foreign equivalent (if not in Thai or English, please submit the original document with an official English translation).

An official certificate of English language proficiency (if available).

For non-Thai citizens: a scanned copy of passport.

One 2x2 inch-photo in school uniform or in formal dress taken within the last 6 months (in jpg format).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

110000 THB / year

≈ 110000 THB / year

Living costs

Chiang Mai

Thailand

17222 - 23430 THB / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Thai as a Foreign Language.

Available Scholarships

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