Exchange, non-degree, visiting, internship and short-programme information for international students joining the Faculty of Architecture in Bangkok.
KU accepts exchange and visiting students for one semester, one year, summer sessions, internships, and specially arranged short modules.
Students covered by a KU partnership agreement must first be nominated by their home university. Exchange conditions, eligible Faculty / programmes and tuition-waiver arrangements depend on the governing MOU or MOA.
Visiting students may apply through KUIC or other approved arrangements. Students are normally admitted to one host Faculty / programme and should take the majority of their courses there.
Partner exchange students should coordinate first with their home university’s international or study-abroad office.
| Document / condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Passport | Copy of photo and personal-information pages. |
| Official transcript | Current degree transcript showing degree name, level, courses, credits and grades. |
| Nomination letter | Required for students nominated by a home university. |
| English proficiency | For non-native speakers, an English test or another assessment accepted through the nomination process. Some Faculties / programmes may impose specific scores. |
| Previous degree documents | Master’s and doctoral applicants may need degree certificates and complete previous-degree transcripts with authorised English translations. |
| Health insurance | Medical / health / accident insurance covering the entire study period in Thailand. |
| Scholarship letter | If applicable. |
| Visa | Thai Non-Immigrant ED Visa required for study. |
All inbound international students must verify their immigration status upon arrival and maintain permission to stay in Thailand throughout their studies.
Contact KUIC or the designated KU international affairs office promptly after arrival. Provide your passport identification page, visa (if issued), and latest entry stamp for verification.
Students arriving with a tourist visa, visa exemption, or another status must consult KUIC immediately to check whether an in-country change to Non-Immigrant ED status is permitted. KU can advise on supporting documents; approval rests with Thai Immigration.
Check your permitted-stay expiry date, arrange any necessary extension in advance, and ensure applicable accommodation reporting (TM30) and other immigration requirements are met.
Admission and course registration do not automatically grant immigration permission. Students are responsible for maintaining valid status and complying with current Thai immigration rules.
Applications are accepted for Semester 1 and Semester 2. Submit the complete exchange application at least 3 months before the intended semester or study period begins.
Partner exchange students may receive tuition waivers where this is stated in the governing MOU or MOA. Personal living expenses remain the student’s responsibility.
Tuition is often waived for partner-university exchange students under written reciprocal agreements. Students should confirm the exact conditions with their home university and the Faculty of Architecture before applying.
| Estimated expense | Typical amount |
|---|---|
| Housing | 6,000–10,000 THB / month |
| Electricity & water | 800–2,000 THB / month |
| Food & groceries | 5,000–8,000 THB / month |
| Books | 1,000–3,000 THB / semester |
| Transportation | 500–1,000 THB / month |
Undergraduate exchange: minimum 9 and maximum 22 KU credits per semester. Graduate exchange: minimum 9 and maximum 15 KU credits.
Undergraduate: 1 KU credit = 2 ECTS. Graduate: 1 KU credit = 3 ECTS.
UC / GC registration is graded from A to F. Audit registration uses UA / GA and is graded S or U.
The Faculty exchange fact sheet states a minimum equivalent GPA of 2.00 / 4.00 and good academic standing, subject to additional Faculty requirements.
Note: Course offerings for Academic Year 2027 are currently being confirmed. The final list will be announced before registration. Students may be required to cover additional expenses related to field trips, off-campus activities, or other special course activities.
Conservation and protection in contemporary society; international charters and public policy; architectural and urban heritage; modern architecture conservation and adaptive reuse; historic urban landscape; traditional villages, vernacular architecture, cultural landscape, cultural mapping and interpretation.
In-depth architectural design and individual study emphasizing personal expertise, design theory, and holistic sustainability in the built environment.
Advanced public-architecture design, architectural programming, community and urban networks, and integration of space, planning, environment, materials, regulations and utility systems.
Art, architecture and the city; public art, installation art, public space and urban development. Field trip required.
Material Journey is an experimental project that will continue within Construction VI. Students will study a master (an architect, engineer, or designer), select a distinctive aspect of that master's method, and apply it to their own projects. As they move from digital modeling into physical production, they will confront the real properties of materials and the pull of gravity, which a weightless 3D model never reveals. Most will use modern simulation tools to find pattern and geometry for a desired form and to understand its structural behavior (statics). In the final production phase, they will work within limited technology, tools, and resources, and will need to adapt and appropriate what is available to realize their designs.
Intermediate landscape design in complex environments, including site/user analysis, circulation and sustainable public-use projects.
Current academic and professional issues in landscape sustainability, environment and socio-cultural dynamics.
Advanced studio for urban, peri-urban, agricultural and natural landscapes with significant ecological and cultural value.
Design of built environment in diverse contexts and circumstances. Applying of concepts, theories, design tools and design thinking process leading to implementation on actual sites. Design workshop and fieldwork required. See 01249598 Special Problems for 2nd Semester Design Studio
Architectural and urban heritage conservation; physical, economic and social development; government policy and civil involvement.
Vernacular architecture, settlement dispersion and relationships with natural and cultural contexts among Tai-Dai ethnic groups. Lectures will be conducted in Thai, while reading materials and PowerPoint presentations will be provided in English.
Specific interests. Research proposal. Research statement. Research objective. Scope of research. Reviewing relevant literature. Research proposal development according to the expertise of instructors. Independent study under an assigned advisor.
Selected topics in built environment at the master’s degree level. Topics are subject to change each semester. Contact the correspondent for available subjects and further details. Topics vary by semester.
Development of Landscape Architecture. Analytical process and assimilation for landscape interventions. Ecological and cultural factors in environmental planning. Roles of landscape architect.
Resource use and industrial scraps, resource inventory, manufacturing, product design, prototyping and marketing integration.
Applications are now open. Students may apply for Semester 1, Semester 2 or Summer, and the complete application should be submitted at least 3 months before the intended study period begins. Partner-university students must first be nominated by their home institution.
Use the KU international online application system and coordinate with the Faculty / KUIC if you are nominated by a partner university.
For exchange programme questions, course selection, or Faculty coordination, contact the Faculty of Architecture or KUIC.
Faculty of Architecture, Kasetsart University
This protocol establishes clear procedures and responsibilities for managing inbound international students, including exchange, visiting, and short-term students. It aims to ensure effective academic coordination, timely course registration, and appropriate student support.
The home university submits student nominations through the designated international affairs channel. The Faculty reviews the proposed study programme and confirms academic capacity.
Students submit their proposed course selections and Learning Agreements. The relevant programme chair reviews the study plan and consults course instructors where necessary.
Students attend the required university and faculty orientation sessions. Academic Affairs explains course registration procedures, academic calendars, and relevant regulations.
Students must also verify their visa and immigration status upon arrival. See Visa & arrival procedures.
Students must complete all required university registration procedures, including applicable KU1 and KU3 forms, within the designated deadlines.
For course additions or withdrawals, use the KU3 Add/Drop Form (PDF).
Any course addition, withdrawal, or replacement must be reviewed by the programme chair or academic advisor and processed through Academic Affairs.
Learning Agreements must reflect the student's actual registered courses.
The Programme Chair / Academic Advisor is responsible for reviewing and approving the academic content of Learning Agreements, including course selections and subsequent changes. The Faculty-level International Affairs Office is responsible for signing Learning Agreements following academic approval and verification of official course registration. For initial pre-arrival Learning Agreements, academic approval may be based on proposed courses; registration must be verified after arrival, and any changes must be reflected in an amended Learning Agreement.
Programme chairs and course instructors monitor student participation and academic progress. Registration discrepancies must be resolved promptly in coordination with Academic Affairs.
Before departure, students must verify their final course registration records and complete outstanding academic requirements.
Academic Affairs coordinates the issuance of transcripts and other required academic documents through the appropriate university channels.
Decentralized Academic Responsibility: Programme chairs are responsible for academic decisions within their respective programmes, while faculty-level International Affairs provides coordination and oversight.
Registration Before Certification: Learning Agreements and other academic certifications must be consistent with verified registration records.
Clear Accountability: Students, programme chairs, instructors, and administrative offices must fulfill their respective responsibilities within established deadlines.
Consistent Communication: Official academic decisions and registration changes must be communicated through designated university channels.
This protocol applies to all inbound international students hosted by the Faculty of Architecture, Kasetsart University, subject to university regulations and agreements with partner institutions.
The Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and International Affairs oversees implementation in collaboration with programme chairs, Academic Affairs, and relevant international affairs units.
This is an initial faculty-level protocol based on a decentralized academic advising model, with programme chairs responsible for academic approval and the Assistant Dean providing oversight.
The next step is to establish a clear approval workflow and responsibility matrix, particularly for KU1/KU3 registration, Learning Agreement signatures, course changes, and communication with KUIC. These procedures should be verified against current KU regulations before formal adoption.
50 Ngamwongwan Road, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
arch@ku.th
Exchange student support: kuic@ku.th
Floor 6, Rapee Sagarik Building, Kasetsart University.
iad@ku.th
+66 2 942 8858
Students should normally obtain a Non-Immigrant ED visa before study. Upon arrival, contact KUIC to verify immigration status and obtain guidance on any necessary status change. KUIC can also assist with student registration, ID card and Nontri Wi‑Fi account setup.