Thailand is one of the world’s top travel destinations, and it is not difficult to see why! People come from all around the world for adventurous experiences, relaxing vacations, superb hospitality and, of course, famous cuisine. These are only the tip of the iceberg, with many more activities and perspectives waiting to be discovered as an insider.

Your Pad-Thai back home will never taste the same once you join the Sawasdee Thailand Summer Program! Experiencing different cultures and learning about different points of view helps us not only to better understand others, but also to find out more about ourselves; seeing your decision making, perseverance, flexibility, and adaptability in a new setting and environment. Our unique summer program is designed to expand your horizons and ignite new ideas under the concept of “Global Citizenship”.

Date

1-14 June 2022

Location

Bangkok

Module

Resilient Life & Sustainable Society

Objective

1) Good Health and Well-being

2) Better Planet & Sustainable Society
3) Global Citizenship

Application Period

15 March – 31 May 2022

Program Fee*

800 USD

*Covered Expenses >> Airport or SHA++ hotel pick-up & drop-off Extracurricular activities/ One day trip/On-campus Wi-fi/Welcome lunch and farewell lunch

Accommodation Fee*

140 USD (shared room for 2)

280 USD (Single room)

*Students from partner universities can apply for accommodation scholarships. The scholarships are limited.

For more information and Apply

Date

29 June – 12 July 2022

Location

Bangkok & Phuket

Module

Resilient Life & Sustainable Society

Culture

Objective

1) Good Health and Well-being

2) Better Planet & Sustainable Society
3) Global Citizenship

1) Learning

2) Doing
3) Engaging

Application Period

1 March – 5 June 2022

Program Fee*

950 USD

*Covered Expenses >> Airport or SHA++ hotel pick-up & drop-off / Extracurricular activities / Field trip to Phuket (Accommodation and domestic air tickets) / On-campus Wi-fi / Welcome lunch and farewell lunch

Accommodation Fee*

140 USD (shared room for 2)

280 USD (Single room)

*Students from partner universities can apply for accommodation scholarships. The scholarships are limited.

For more information and Apply

Date

1-14 September 2022

Location

Bangkok

Module

Culture

Objective

1) Learning

2) Doing
3) Engaging

Application Period

1 April – 5 August 2022

Program Fee*

800 USD

*Covered Expenses >> Airport or SHA++ hotel pick-up & drop-off Extracurricular activities / One day trip / On-campus Wi-fi / Welcome lunch and farewell lunch

Accommodation Fee*

140 USD (shared room for 2)

280 USD (Single room)

*Students from partner universities can apply for accommodation scholarships. The scholarships are limited.

For more information and Apply

Travel Advisories

This information has been updated on 30 April, 2022. from https://www.tatnews.org/thailand-reopening/

The following rules will be in effect from 1 May, 2022, with specific requirements for vaccinated and unvaccinated / not fully vaccinated travellers from all countries/territories with scheduled arrivals from this date.

Pre-arrival requirements

Vaccinated travellers must have the following documents for entering Thailand:

  • A valid passport, and a Thailand Pass (via https://tp.consular.go.th/), or a Border Pass for arrivals via border checkpoints.
  • An insurance policy with coverage no less than US$10,000. Thais and foreign expatriates under Thailand’s national healthcare coverage are exempt from this requirement.
  • A Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination
    • Everyone 18 years of age and older must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with an approved vaccine at least 14 days before travelling to Thailand.
    • Travellers 5-17 years of age travelling to Thailand unaccompanied must get vaccinated with at least 1 dose of an approved vaccine at least 14 days before travelling to Thailand. Those travelling with parents are exempt from this requirement.
    • Travellers with a history of COVID-19 infection who have received at least 1 dose of an approved vaccine post-infection must have a medical certificate of COVID-19 recovery.

Unvaccinated / not fully vaccinated travellers must have the following documents for entering Thailand:

  • A valid passport, and a Thailand Pass (via https://tp.consular.go.th/), or a Border Pass for arrivals via border checkpoints.
  • An insurance policy with coverage no less than US$10,000. Thais and foreign expatriates under Thailand’s national healthcare coverage are exempt from this requirement.
  • A proof of prepayment for 5-night quarantine at government-approved hotel/s; such as, SHA Extra Plus (SHA++) hotel, or AQ Accommodation/s, plus a proof of prepayment for 1 RT-PCR COVID-19 test. Thais are not required to prepay for the test.

The quarantine is exempt for unvaccinated / not fully vaccinated travellers who are able to upload proof of a negative RT-PCR test within 72 hours of travel via the Thailand Pass system. The exemption also extends to travellers under 6 years of age travelling with parents.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • A chance to learn from the best of old and new: The oldest higher education institution in Thailand. Since our establishment in 1888 as Thailand’s first medical college; we have expanded to offer a wide range of disciplines, covering advanced technology in health sciences, science and technology, and even music.

  • Ideal campus for living and learning: A natural and evergreen environment. As the most eco-friendly university in Thailand, we care about efficient energy usage, waste & water management, green open spaces, cycling lanes and a pedestrianized landscape.

  • Weekend trip and cultural activities: Experience Thai culture through Thai cooking class, Thai dancing class, Thai boxing, and more.

  • Strong collaboration with the public and private sector: Our networks give you opportunities to visit places not open to tourists.

  • Strong support from your arrival: Don’t worry about anything. Airport pick up & drop off, student buddy system, on campus facilities, and on campus health service. Our staff and students are gracious hosts who will make you feel Welcome and comfortable.

Mahidol University was ranked No.1 in Thailand by:

Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2021

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022

US News Best Global Universities Rankings 2022

CWTS Leiden Ranking 2021 #404

ShanghaiRanking’s Academic Ranking of World Universities

Salaya Campus

About 25 kilometers away from central Bangkok, Salaya is accessible through public transportation as well as the shuttle service and the Salaya Link. The campus itself is unique in its natural beauty, landscaped gardens, and lush tropical scenery. Its major landmark is the iconic Prince Mahidol Hall. Its unique design will impress visitors at first sight. Apart from being an auditorium for the commencement ceremony, the Hall serves as an orchestra hall, an opera house and conference venue.

Sawasdee Thailand Virtual Summer Program 2021 (August)
Sawasdee Thailand Virtual Summer Program 2021 (July)
Wisdom of Asia
( virtual mobility program )
Sawasdee Thailand Virtual Program 2021
Sawasdee Thailand Virtual Program 2020
NUS-MU Virtual Summer
Program 2020
Sawasdee Thailand
Program 2019
International Relations Division, Mahidol University
Tel: 66 (0) 2849-6235 | Fax: 66 (0) 2849-6237 | e-mail: opmugo@gmail.com, sawasdee.mahidol@gmail.com