Prince of Songkla University (PSU) is one of the oldest and largest higher education institutions in southern Thailand. Here are some detailed information about PSU:

Overview

Established: 1967

Nature: Public university

Location: The main campus is located in Hat Yai, southern Thailand, with branch campuses in Pattani, Phuket, Surat Thani and Trang.

Number of students: About 33,000 students

Educational philosophy

PSU is committed to providing high-quality education and research, especially in science, technology, health and social sciences.

The school emphasizes the combination of theory and practice, and provides students with internship opportunities and industry cooperation projects.

Attach importance to international education, actively establish cooperation with universities in other countries, and promote international exchanges.

Disciplines/Departments

Provide courses from undergraduate to doctoral levels.

The main colleges include but are not limited to:

College of Agriculture

College of Science

College of Natural Resources

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

College of Education

College of Management

College of Environmental Monitoring and Construction Engineering

Medical College

Graduate School

Computer Center

College of Hotel and Tourism Management

College of International Studies

College of Science, Technology and Environment

Campus Facilities

Teaching Area: Modern teaching buildings, laboratories and multimedia classrooms.

Library: Rich collection of books, equipped with electronic resources and databases.

Dormitory: Elegant student dormitory, providing comfortable living conditions.

Sports facilities: sports fields, swimming pools, gyms, etc.

Living facilities: canteens, convenience stores, medical centers, banks, post offices, etc., providing convenient living conditions for students.

Ranking and certification

Enjoys a high reputation in Thailand, especially in the field of hotel and tourism management.

It is one of the Thai universities certified by the Ministry of Education of China, providing a reliable study abroad option for Chinese students.

Ranked 901-950 in the QS World University Rankings (2024 data).

Ranked sixth in Thailand in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2024 data). The major of Hotel and Tourism Management ranks 101-150 in the 2022 QS World Subject Rankings, and ranks first in Thailand.

Cost

Tuition fees: vary according to the major. For example, undergraduate tuition fees are approximately between 15,000 and 30,000 baht per semester.

Living expenses: approximately between 80,000 and 120,000 baht per year, depending on personal lifestyle and regional consumption levels.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate application: usually requires high school graduation or equivalent, and pass the school's entrance examination. For international students, English scores (such as IELTS 5.0 or above) may also be required.

Master's application: requires undergraduate degree and relevant professional background, and some projects may require submission of portfolios or interviews. For international students, English scores of 5.5 or above are generally required.

Doctoral application: requires a master's degree and relevant professional background, and usually requires submission of a research plan and interview. For international students, higher English scores (such as IELTS 6.0 or above) are generally required.

International Cooperation

Prince of Songkla University has established partnerships with universities in many countries around the world to promote academic exchanges and student exchange programs.

Provide professional courses taught in English for international students and support cross-cultural learning experiences.

Featured projects

Internationalized teaching: Many courses are taught in English to attract international students.

Practical orientation: Emphasis on practical teaching, providing rich internship opportunities and practical project experience.

Research and development: There are multiple research centers to support teachers and students in cutting-edge scientific research activities.

Community service: Actively participate in community development projects, especially in the fields of environmental protection and cultural heritage protection.

Highlights

China Ministry of Education Certification: One of the first Thai universities certified by the Ministry of Education of China.

The first higher education institution in southern Thailand: With outstanding academic status, it is a comprehensive university integrating high-level teaching and academic research.

Phuket Confucius Institute: Co-built with Shanghai University, China, providing Chinese teaching and cultural exchange.

Student welfare: Free WIFI, medical center, sports facilities, library, etc. are provided on campus.

International student management services: There is a dedicated International Affairs Center (IAC) to provide visa, accommodation and other related services for international students.

Contact details

Tel: +66 74 286 222

Address: 15 Karnjanavanich Rd., Hat Yai, Songkhla 90110, Thailand