Mahidol University
Bangkok, Thailand
First Semester (Fall)
August – December
Application Deadline | March 1
Second Semester (Spring)
January – May
Application Deadline | October 1
Summer Semester
May – June/July
Application Deadline | March 1
ESF is partnered with the Faculty of Science Bioresources and Environmental Biology department at Mahidol University, located in Bangkok, Thailand. In addition to opportunities for ESF students to study at Mahidol, we are happy to welcome students from Mahidol to ESF’s campus as well.
Mahidol University is one of the most prestigious universities in Thailand, particularly noted for its excellence in sciences and medicine. The university is located in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. ESF students have the opportunity to take coursework in the Faculty of Sciences, specifically the department of Bioresources and Environmental Biology.
Thailand and the City of Bangkok
Thailand has countless opportunities for students to engage with cultural and outdoor
activities. From the famous beaches and islands to the forested north, there are many
environments that can provide learning and recreation opportunities. You will also
have the chance to engage in cultural activities, visit some of the many beautiful
temples, eat delicious foods, and practice your Thai language skills.
The BE department offers coursework in English that can work for many different ESF majors. You can find some of the available courses as well as course descriptions in this document (beginning on page 21). Note that pre-requisites are able to be waived for study abroad students.
Examples of courses include:
- Environmental Economics
- Principles of Water Chemistry
- Water Pollution Control and Management
- Renewable Energy
- Natural Resources and Environmental Management
- Insect Physiology
- Fungal Diversity and Ecology
- Tropical Plants and Gardens
- Flora of Thailand
- Conservation Biology: Asia Perspectives
And more!
Summer Field Courses
The Bioresources and Environmental Biology department offers several summer field courses. These courses are hosted in various locations, including Mahidol's Kanchanaburi and Salaya campuses, Khao Yai National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage site), and the Institute of Marine Science at Burapha University in Chonburi province. Field trips have included visits to a mangrove forest, Bangsaen beach, Samae San Island, and Sea Turtle Conservation Center. Examples of available courses are listed below, contact OIE for more details and course descriptions.
- SCBE 201 General Zoology, 3 credits
- SCBE 202 General Zoology Laboratory, 1 credit
- SCBE 209 Ecological Monitoring and Assessment of Bioresources, 4 credits
- SCBE 306 Marine Biology, 4 credits
Your semester at Mahidol University can be affordable! You will pay your ESF tuition and fees and will then be responsible for additional costs which can include tuition differential, flight, housing, study abroad health insurance, food, and travel and incidentals. See below for a sample budget breakdown. Please note, the amount of money you spend will vary greatly depending on your lifestyle: for example if you travel often on weekends or during holidays, go out a lot, do a lot of shopping, etc.
*Note: all costs in USD. Costs are only estimates and are subject to change.
Mahidol University Program Estimated Budget
| Category | Cost Estimate |
|---|---|
| Costs to be paid to ESF | |
| ESF Tuition | $3,535.00 (in state); $9,450 (out of state) |
| College Fees | $207.50 |
| Additional Costs | |
| International Health Insurance | $400 |
| Housing | $1,800 |
| Food | $600 |
| Flight | $2,000 |
| Thai Student Visa | $80 |
| Passport | $165 |
| Miscellaneous (travel, entertainment, etc) | $1,000 |
Mahidol University operates multiple campuses, all of which are linked via shuttle bus. The Faculty of Science, where you will take most of your courses, is located on the Phayathai campus in central Bangkok, while some of the other student services and activities are located on the Salaya campus, about a 30 minute drive away.
There are two offices that international students will find helpful: the Mahidol University Student, Academic, and International Services office (MUSAIS) and the Office of International Cooperation at the Faculty of Science (MUSC-IC). Each office is available to support students and provide information while you are in Thailand. They also organize activities for international students to learn more about Thai culture and make friends. Check out the below handbooks for additional information about the offices, and about life at Mahidol.
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Faculty of Science's Guidebook for International Students and Staff
