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SPD prides itself on being a multidisciplinary programme that offers its students a wide range of courses on social welfare and development. During the 4-year programme, SPD equips students with the ability to systematically and creatively analyze social problems through lecture, workshops, internship, domestic and overseas field trips that gradually widen their exposure to the real world of development.
This programme is the only international BA programme focusing on social policy and development of its kind in Asia.
Join a truly interdisciplinary programme
Thammasat University is consistently ranked as one of the top universities in Thailand.
Boost your future career prospects.
Benefit from the world-class expertise and international experience of top-lecturers, researchers and administrators from academe and industry in an internaitional environment.
Take advantage of the exciting partnerships SPD has with universities and organisations all over the world.
Build a strong foundation in English language skills for success on the programme and beyond.
Make friends for life in a highly diverse student population.
Study in an inspiring environment.
Become a part of a pround and influential history of cultivating leaders.
A two-month internship aims to close the gap between the classroom and the labor market by maintaining a close relationship with professionals engaged in the field of social policy and development. The organizations that have previously hosted our students as interns are, for example, ASEAN Foundation, British Council, Southeast Asia Ministers of Education Organization and Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.
The SPD programme is open to ambitious and driven Thai and international students. The exchange programme guarantees exceptional academic and extra-curriculum experiences in the host universities through the strong network of partnerships with the SPD programme itself and with Thammasat University. Our international students come from countries such as Bhutan, Cambodia, China, France, Germany, Myanmar, Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, and USA.
We have hosted students from Europe, America and Asia. Such a variety of nationalities encourages intensive exchanges of perspectives, experiences, knowledge, skills and culture during their study. Exchange students who are enrolled at another faculty at Thammasat University, are also welcomed.
“… I am very glad I chose the SPD programme, …which is exploring different aspects of society and government policies… The program has lecturers from several different countries which make their teaching styles and focus points different and stimulating.”- Sophie, Lund University
The SPD programmed offers its students a chance to spend one semester abroad during their third or fourth year at Tilburg University, The Netherlands. A large number of exchange programme from universities all over the world are also available for students of Thammasat University throughout the year.
“…my time at Tilburg University has been an unforgettable experience. I have gained valuable knowledge and skills, made new friends, joined a wide range of extracurricular activities and broadened my horizons in so many ways.” – Pimlapas
SPD provides partial scholarship up to 50% for foreign students from developing countries. Candidates can also seek scholarship opportunities from other organizations. Examples of these kinds of organizations include Thailand International Cooperation Agency, Child’s Dream, Prospect Burma and Cambodian Children’s Fund. Some ‘Emergency Grant’ are provided to students in emergency situations.
Libraries
Tha Prachan campus offers a number of libraries, such as Central Library, Faculty of Law library, Faculty of Political Science library, Faculty of Economics library, Business School library and Faculty of Journalism library. You can enjoy many services such as inter-library loan, book delivery service, educational media service, workshops and trainings, and digital repository.
Canteen
Two canteens in Tha Prachan campus, next to the Faculty of Economics (riverside) and next to the Interdisciplinary Studies School, are available for you to enjoy all kinds of local food, snacks, and desserts at a reasonable price.
Libraries
Tha Prachan campus offers a number of libraries, such as Central Library, Faculty of Law library, Faculty of Political Science library, Faculty of Economics library, Business School library and Faculty of Journalism library. You can enjoy many services such as inter-library loan, book delivery service, educational media service, workshops and trainings, and digital repository.
Canteen
Two canteens in Tha Prachan campus, next to the Faculty of Economics (riverside) and next to the Interdisciplinary Studies School, are available for you to enjoy all kinds of local food, snacks, and desserts at a reasonable price.
Bank
Three main banks: Krung Thai Bank, Bangkok Bank and Thanachart Bank(ttb) are available for all financial matters, both domestic and international.
TU Book Store
TU Book Store is a store where you can buy many items, including uniforms, books, stationery, bags, souvenir etc. You can enjoy a coffee corner as well.
Bank
Three main banks: Krung Thai Bank, Bangkok Bank and Thanachart Bank(ttb) are available for all financial matters, both domestic and international.
TU Book Store
TU Book Store is a store where you can buy many items, including uniforms, books, stationery, bags, souvenir etc. You can enjoy a coffee corner as well.
After class you can relax with your friends in the gym, playing basketball, volleyball, and badminton, football and other sports in track and field on a large green field at the center of the Tha Prachan campus. Fitness is also available with hygiene and COVID-19 prevention measures.
After class you can relax with your friends in the gym, playing basketball, volleyball, and badminton, football and other sports in track and field on a large green field at the center of the Tha Prachan campus. Fitness is also available with hygiene and COVID-19 prevention measures.
Our university is located in the middle of town which means there are many temples, restaurants, coffee shops and shopping malls that you can visit and enjoy. Varieties of places are located here for explorers like you to go and see while enjoying yourself solo! Various cultural sites are around the university such as the grand palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, National Museum, National Theatre, Tha Tien community and Bang Lamphu community. This is where Khaosan Road is located, a lively place to eat, shop and party with many bars in the area. Coffee shops and local food and dessert stores are all around the university.
Our university is located in the middle of town which means there are many temples, restaurants, coffee shops and shopping malls that you can visit and enjoy. Varieties of places are located here for explorers like you to go and see while enjoying yourself solo! Various cultural sites are around the university such as the grand palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, National Museum, National Theatre, Tha Tien community and Bang Lamphu community. This is where Khaosan Road is located, a lively place to eat, shop and party with many bars in the area. Coffee shops and local food and dessert stores are all around the university.
The university provides a psychological counseling clinic, Viva City, for students who face challenges with adaptation, pressure from family, academic life, and regulations. For more information, please visit Facebook page: vivacity.tu
The university provides a psychological counseling clinic, Viva City, for students who face challenges with adaptation, pressure from family, academic life, and regulations. For more information, please visit Facebook page: vivacity.tu
