Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AsiaLearn, offers semester/year abroad programs with Mahidol University.

Founded in 1888, Mahidol University is one of the oldest educational institutions in Thailand, and today, includes 16 faculties, 8 institutions, 3 hospitals, and 6 colleges. The university supports a student body of over 19,000 and with over 2,600 faculty; the teacher student ratio is the best of any university in Thailand. The Thai government presented the prestigious Prime Minister’s Export Award to Mahidol University International College (MUIC) for its outstanding performance as an international institution of higher learning. 

Mahidol University International College (MUIC) was established to deliver English-taught degree programs that embody the finest standards possible to a diverse population of full-time students from Thailand and around the world. Programs in the social sciences, business, and tourism management stand alongside offerings in health and natural sciences. In addition to these, the College offers general education courses in foreign languages and humanities. 

The MUIC is located at Mahidol University’s Salaya campus on 500 acres of managed land, including parklands and sports facilities. Salaya is a thriving campus town and residential suburb of Bangkok. The center of Bangkok is only 20km from campus. Although most MUIC students are Thai, there are also students from over 40 different countries attending Mahidol University. This mix of students provides an opportunity to make friends and contacts in Asia and throughout the world that will last a lifetime.

See and Hear what the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Fall 2009 Video Blogger, Emily Nagle, learned during her study abroad experience at Mahidol:

Want to learn more about study abroad in Thailand?

Location

Thailand is full of beautiful landscapes, architecture, culture, and natives that will keep you entertained and always wondering what will be discovered next. Situated in Southeast Asia, Thailand shares its borders with Myanmar in the west and north, Laos in the northeast, Cambodia in the east, and Malaysia in the south.
 

With so many countries nearby, Thailand has become a crossroad for Southeast Asia’s migration, culture, and religion.

Thailand is administratively divided into seven regions, each region having its own distinct geographical build. Northern Thailand offers a mountainous and forest-covered terrain while central Thailand is known as the “rice bowl,” because it houses the most fertile rice and fruit growing land. In the Eastern region lie the picturesque beaches and relaxing summer resorts, which complement the south peninsula’s gorgeous scenery and fishing atmosphere.
 

For more information on Thailand visit the Destination section.

View the Ultimate City Guide for Bangkok

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/city-guides/bangkok-thailand/

Academic Highlights

MUIC offers a wide range of classes in the following areas of study:

• Applied Mathematics
• Biological Sciences
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Environmental Science
• Finance
• Food Science and Technology
• Information Systems
• International Business
• Marketing
• Physics
• Social Science
• Southeast Asian Studies
• Sustainable Tourism Development
• Travel Industry
• Management

All classes offered by the MUIC are instructed in English. Thai, Chinese, Japanese, French, and German language classes are available at various levels. You will enroll in a minimum of 12 credits (3 classes) or a maximum of 16 credits (4 classes).

To see specific subjects available, click on"Course Catalog" to the left.

Housing

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students attending MUIC may live close to campus in apartment-style accommodation. Most accommodation is shared with limited single rooms available. Meals are not included in the housing fees, but a shared kitchen is available in the housing and there are restaurants nearby. Residents have access to internet, laundry room, kitchen, lounge area with TV, sports facilities, and restaurant. Rooms are furnished with a bed, wardrobe, and desk.

Bridging Cultures Program

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad semester/year participants will participate in a multi-day Bridging Cultures Program in Asia, prior to arriving at their host university. For more details on the Bridging Cultures Program CLICK HERE.

Scholarships Available

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad strives to offer the most reasonable abroad fees to Asia.  To further enhance the affordability of the semester/year study abroad programs, we encourage you to apply for scholarships through all available scholarship sources.  Learn more about our scholarship opportunities.

Get Involved Abroad

Community Involvement

While abroad, we recommend getting involved in your local community. It's an awesome way to meet locals, experience the true Thai culture, and create long lasting memories. From volunteering to festival-going, we challenge you to make the most of your international experience... See a how to live like a local and become involved with community activities avaliable in Thailand or discover your own upon arrival.

You'll get a taste of how enriching community involvement can be during your first few days in Thailand on GlobaLinks Learning Abroad's Bridging Cultures Program. The program includes one day of pre-arranged volunteering with the local community. You'll interact directly with locals while giving back to and sharing your own culture with the community that first welcomes you to Thailand.  Plus, you can continue your volunteer efforts throughout the semester making a profound impact on the local community.  

Also, each semester students are invited to participate in a variety of optional affordable excursions organized by Mahidol University and the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Resident Coordinator. Each activity is designed to be fun and educational so that students gain a deeper appreciation for the arts, culture, and history. Examples include:

• Thai cooking class
• Traditional Thai drama and dance
• Visit historic temples
• Excursion to one of Thailand’s southern islands

Learn how other students got involved: Hear From Our Students

Enhance your Experience

Global Citizens Development Modules

The new Global Citizen Development modules are online learning components designed to help you explore your study abroad destination and experience at a whole new level. These modules are not mandatory, however we strongly encourage your participation as they will introduce you to the opportunities and challenges you may encounter when participating in a study abroad program, as well as expose you to cultural insights and knowledge about your host country to help make your program abroad even more successful and fulfilling. Through the 3 modules, you will refine your skills in cross-cultural observation, adaptation, and communication. 

Learn the Local Language!

• LiveMocha - Prior to departure you will receive information and instruction for, LiveMocha, an online language learning program to help you learn your host language. Learn at varying levels and at your own speed. Get started now!
• Lonely Planet Guide & Phrase Book - For both language learning and culture/history/country specific inforamton you will receive a Lonely Planet Guide and Phase book before departure, which will allow you to start planning your adventures and learning how to communicate with locals.
• Additional Language Resources - To even further your language skill take a look at some of these optional language learning tools.
• Basic language practice during the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program (BCP) - for semester/year programs students will participate in the AsiaLearn BCP and have the opportunity to practice their language skills and learn a few new words through interaction with locals.

Course Catalog

To assist you in choosing courses, please read the instructions which you can download HERE.  Please read the document carefully, as this will answer many of your questions. You may also view the suggested grade and credit transfer information at the bottom of the document for information on how classes may transfer back.

To determine if the classes you need are available at this university, select ‘Courses/Subjects’to view the specific course options.

**Please note that MUIC does not post a comprehensive list of classes until shortly before the start of term. Please view the links below to see the list of English-taught classes offered in prior terms. This will give you a good idea of what subjects will be offered during the term you plan to attend. 

**We STRONGLY recommend students enroll in the ICML 160 Introduction to Thai Language and Culture.

       View Classes offered September 2011 (Fall)

       View Classes offered January 2011 (Spring)

If you have any questions about course availability, please contact studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org

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Fees

Fee Includes

Program Fees are in US dollars and include tuition for 12-16 credits, on-campus student fees, official transcript, overseas health coverage, airport pick up charges, introductory survival language training, in-country AsiaLearn Bridging Cultures Program, pre-trip services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing service and fee, personal advising, subject selections, liaison with your home university, credit transfer assistance, financial aid services, and alumni support.

Fee Advice

Dates

Entry Requirements

Programs in Asia Coordinator

Name: Krista Lane Title: Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services Department: Asia Programs Team BIO: Krista holds an M.A. in Political Science with a B.A. in Political Science and Spanish, and a minor in International Relations. She studied abroad her junior year of college in Sevilla, Spain, and having traveled internationally since an early age, seeks every opportunity to go to new destinations. Having previously worked as a university advisor in multiple capacities, Krista has developed a passion for international education and looks forward to helping students discover their own journey. Other travels include: Costa Rica, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Switzerland, Ireland, England, Italy, Austria, Singapore, Laos, and Vietnam.