Summer Study Abroad Program – Thammasat University

Introduction

Faculty of Liberal Arts, Thammasat University, Thailand, offers a summer program for you to experience the local culture, visit museums, and discover the hidden gems of Bangkok. Excursions to famous sites such as the Grand Palace and the ancient city of Ayutthaya will also be organised.

Please note that credit transfer is NOT acceptable for summer programmes.

Programme Dates	1-25 July 2024
Application Deadline	31 March 2024
Programme Fee	USD 1,200
Accommodation	Included in the fee
Courses	AS 287 Contemporary Issues in ASEAN GE 220 Geographic Tourism
Attractions	Explore the natural and cultural diversity of Thailand Visit Penang, Malaysia Gain a deeper understanding of the culture and geography of Southeast Asia Develop important academic and life skills

Information

Submission of Application

Check and ensure that you fulfil the admission requirements.
Submit your application to the Thammasat University and upload supporting documents.
Fill out the online form of the International Unit for us to keep track of who has applied.
The International Unit will assist you in preparing the official academic transcript, and brief you on issues related to summer programmes, but you are responsible for submitting your application to the programme organiser before the deadline, paying for the programme fee, arranging accommodation, securing a proper visa (if applicable), purchasing air tickets and insurance, etc.

Education Bureau’s Scholarship / Subsidy

Reaching Out Award

Please contact the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) for more details.

Means-tested Subsidy

Students receiving means-tested student financial assistance from the Student Finance Office (SFO) or whose families are receiving Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) are eligible to apply for the Subsidy Scheme for Exchange Activities –

Means-tested Subsidy on Exchange to “Belt and Road” Regions for the Post-Secondary Students (Means-tested SSEBR): With Thailand as the destination and 25 days in duration, the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme for this summer school programme is HK$9,000. The amount for an eligible student is calculated by the approved level of student finance (in terms of percentage of full grant) to the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme.

Each student will only be eligible for assistance under the Means-tested SSEBR TWICE throughout their study in programme(s) at the same level of study in Hong Kong, irrespective of the amount of subsidy received. If you are eligible to apply, please submit your Application Form.

Non-means-tested Subsidy

All full-time and local undergraduate students are eligible to apply for the Subsidy Scheme for Exchange Activities –

Non-means-tested SSEBR: With Thailand as the destination and 25 days in duration, the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme on this summer school programme is HK$2,700.

Each student will only be eligible to receive the Non-means-tested SSEBR ONCE throughout their study in programme(s) at the same level of study in Hong Kong. If you are eligible to apply, please submit your Application Form.

* For more information about the Education Bureau’s Subsidy Scheme for Exchange Activities, please visit our website.

Enquiries

Please contact the International Unit by phone (2804-8407), email (studyabroad@hksyu.edu) or in person (RLB501, Research Complex).