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International programs & student supports

Mahidol University

Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Website: Mahidol University (see Information for Exchange Students)
Language of instruction: English
Terms: Fall semester (September - December, aka 'Trimester 1') // Spring semester (January - April, aka 'Trimester 2')

Highlights

Mahidol Main Building
  • The Kingdom of Thailand, located in Southeast Asia on the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, has a tropical climate with long hours of sunshine and high humidity.
  • Bangkok has an attractive blend of Western and Thai architecture and offers a range of cultural experiences.
  • Mahidol University (MUIC) is one of the most prestigious universities in Thailand, recognized for its outstanding achievements in teaching, research and professional services.
  • **Mandatory uniform: Students must wear the regular uniform (white and black colours) while attending classes at MUIC and anywhere else on campus.

Area of study

  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Environmental Studies
  • Southeast Asian Studies
  • Linguistics
  • Modern Language Studies
  • Hospital Management
  • Science & Technology Management
  • Computer Sciences
  • Food Science and Food Technology
  • Arts
  • Sciences
  • Business Administration
  • Travel Industry Management

For a full list of current and past, see the academic catalog. Courses may not be offered every term or year. Please consult the curriculum and the division for details on course schedules.

Exchange credit history

See the exchange credit history listing of courses that have been previously evaluated from Mahidol University. Note that this is a guide only, and not a guarantee that your courses would be evaluated in the same way.

Housing

  • On-campus housing: Unavailable
  • Off-campus housing: Available
    • There a number of private-run apartments, (ranging in price from 5,550 baht/month - 13,000 baht/month) in the Salaya Area, near MUIC campus.

Medical Insurance, Immigration & Arrival

  • Medical insurance: Mandatory
    • Proof of International health insurance policy (in English only) must cover hospital inpatient (IPD), outpatient (OPD), accident, and COVID-19 treatment at the private hospitals, issued by an insurance company that is recognized in Thailand.
  • Visa: Required
    • All students are required to obtain a student visa (Non-ED) before entering Thailand. A supporting letter from MUIC will be sent to the student’s email directly to use when applying for an education visa at the Royal Thai Consulate in Canada (See Royal Thai Consulate General in Vancouver)
  • Orientation program: Available

How to apply

Learn how to apply or sign up to receive emails about studying on exchange at a partner university. We will send you information about events, application deadlines, funding opportunities, and more!