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3 Copyright 2012 Asian Institute of Technology. All rights reserved. ADDRESS: P.O. Box 4, Klong Luang Pathumthani Thailand This Prospectus/Course Catalogue was compiled and produced by the Media and Communications Unit (MCU), External Relations and Communications Office (ERCO), with the involvement of all AIT employees. AIT wishes to thank the many people who rendered assistance in preparing this report. Welcome to AIT OUTSTANDING faculty and academics, supported by the AIT commitment to excellence and quality. INNOVATIVE interdisciplinary approach to learning across many fields of study. STRONG FOCUS on research, interactive learning and developing new knowledge. HANDS-ON experiences and real-world application through exchanges and internships. PERSONAL attention from faculty experts who teach in small class sizes. ACCESS to experienced business executives, award-winning scholars, and renowned educators and researchers. PROXIMITY to internationally recognized Centers of Excellence. CONNECTION to 19,000+ alumni from 89 countries. 1

4 About the Prospectus/ Course Catalogue This Prospectus/Course Catalogue is for people interested in applying for study at AIT. It contains general introductions to our three Schools, the academic programs and the degrees we offer, life at AIT, student and academic support services, fees and financial support information, and tells how to apply for admission. AIT makes every effort to ensure that the programs and courses are offered as described here. However, owing to certain circumstances, AIT reserves the right to withdraw a particular program or course. AIT strongly recommends that you visit the AIT website for the most up to date information on our academic programs and courses. 2

5 CONTENTS School of Engineering & Technology 24 School of Environment, Resources and Development 100 School of Management 208 Undergraduate Programs 260

6 A message from the President Home to many of the region s top experts in a wide variety of knowledge areas, the Asian Institute of Technology is one of Asia s leading institutions of higher learning. AIT carries out its mission by supporting technological change and sustainable development through a wide array of educational, research, capacity building and outreach programs. More than a university, AIT is a unique international intergovernmental organization that is regionally focused, global in outlook and cosmopolitan in character. Our main campus just north of Bangkok, Thailand, is a tremendous mosaic of cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds which leads to levels of cross-cultural engagement not found at other university campuses. In addition to the main campus, AIT has established centers in Vietnam and Indonesia. AIT is also a dynamic, diverse, and extremely well-connected network institute dedicated to producing global citizens. Many notable leaders have studied at AIT. Our students benefit from challenging academic programs and cutting edge research, and our internationally-savvy graduates are highly sought after by employers, commanding impressive earning potential throughout their careers. Indeed, opportunities abound for professionals possessing in-depth knowledge of Asia one the world s most dynamic and growing regions. The Asian Institute of Technology is a place for talented students who are intellectually curious, serious about their studies, and dedicated to advancing their lives through an exceptional higher learning experience. If you seek the kind of challenges and professional opportunities that we offer, AIT would like to welcome you to its beautiful, clean and green campus! Prof. Said Irandoust President 4

7 From 1959 until... Today Introducing the Asian Institute of Technology The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is a leading higher learning institute of engineering and technology, environmental resources and development, and management. AIT operates as a self-contained international community at its main campus located in Pathumthani, some 40 kilometers north of central Bangkok, Thailand. It also delivers some of its programs at its centers in Vietnam and Indonesia. Founded in 1959, AIT fosters an exceptional learning experience in a multicultural environment that reaches beyond boundaries. AIT is an International Intergovernmental Organization of higher learning. It carries out its mission to develop highly qualified and committed professionals who play a leading role in the region s sustainable development and its integration into the global economy by supporting technological change and sustainable development through higher learning, research, capacity building and outreach. 5

8 AIT Facts and Figures Students: 2,00 from 50+ countries Faculty: 120+ from 20+ countries Alumni: 19,000+ from 89 countries Partners: 0 Schools: Research and Outreach Centers: 15 Research & Outreach Projects: 400 Fields of Study: 75+ Courses: 1,000+ Research Staff: 100+ Support Staff: 500+ AIT is Partnering Asia s Future In addition to offering degree courses (bachelor s, master s and doctoral), AIT offers short courses / training programs through its AIT Extension, and consultancy services through its AIT Consulting. AIT also houses a number of research and outreach centers, such as the Center of Excellence in Nanotechnology; ASEAN Regional Center of Excellence on the Millennium Development Goals (ARCMDG); Yunus Center at AIT, established in partnership with Professor Muhammad Yunus, recipient of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize; CSR Asia Center at AIT; the Center of Excellence on Sustainable Development in the Context of Climate Change (SDCC); and AIT-UNEP Regional Resource Centre for Asia and the Pacific (AIT-UNEP RRC.AP). The institute is also home to the Regional Integrated Multi-hazard Early Warning System for Asia and Africa (RIMES) and Telecoms sans Frontières (TSF). 1 6

9 International Accolades Ramon Magsaysay Awards In 1989, AIT received the Ramon Magsaysay Award for Peace and International Understanding... for shaping a new generation of engineers and managers committed to Asia, in an atmosphere of academic excellence and regional camaraderie. In 2009, an alumnus of AIT, Yu Xiao Gang was also awarded the Ramon Magsaysay Award. The citation credited AIT and it said Yu fell in love with nature early on, having been raised in Yunnan, a province of amazing beauty and home to three of the largest rivers in the world: Nu, Yangtze, and Mekong. His interest in the environment was cultivated during a stint in the Yunnan Academy of Social Sciences, and was further deepened when he attended the Asian Institute of Technology, where he earned a Master s degree in Watershed Management. 7

10 Why AIT? The Asian Institute of Technology offers the opportunity to study at an advanced international level at an Asian institution with a worldwide academic reputation. Many progressive developments in thinking about the application of science, technology and management to sustainable development have originated at AIT. Few institutions of higher learning are as truly international as AIT. The Institute partners with public and private sector partners throughout the region and with some of the top universities and international organizations in the world. Our main campus offers fast and easy access to Bangkok, a city at the crossroads of East, South-East and South Asia. It is one of the world s great destinations and a center of commerce, culture and careers. Students will head there for class assignments, field trips, research and internships and entertainment. The rest of fast-growing Asia is also an easy jump off from Thailand s cosmopolitan capital. In addition to the main campus, AIT has established centers in Vietnam and Indonesia. International Opportunities Student exchange and dual degree programs with top international universities and research institutions around the world. Student Exchange & Dual Degree Programs Some of the possible options for AIT students TU - Tsinghua University, China ESCP Europe HUT - Helsinki University of Technology, Finland TMSP - Telecom & Management Sud Paris, France IIMs - Indian Institutes of Management, India UGM - Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia University of Tokyo, Japan Seoul National University (SNU), South Korea UNESCO-IHE, Netherlands UPC - Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain Stockholm University, Sweden National Taiwan University (NTU), Taiwan 8

11 World-class Learning Opportunities AIT s degree programs are provided by its School of Engineering and Technology (SET); School of Environment, Resources and Development (SERD); and School of Management (SOM). Our students benefit from challenging academic programs and exciting faculty-student research projects. AIT is also involved in various Erasmus Mundus academic cooperation mobility programs offered by the European Union. Degree Options AIT offers Doctoral, Master s and Undergraduate Degree Programs, apart from conducting training programs. Postgraduate Degrees MBA PhD EMBA MSc DTechSc Professional Master s MEng DEng DBA Undergraduate Degrees Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) 9

12 School of Engineering and Technology The School of Engineering and Technology at AIT develops leaders for a sustainable and technologically driven future. AIT values creative research and solid understanding of the fundamentals in many cutting edge fields of study in engineering and technology. AIT ranks top in four engineering areas in research in Thailand. - Thai Research Fund (TRF) study 2010 School of Environment, Resources and Development The School of Environment, Resources and Development is one of the top destinations in Asia for the study of sustainable development, and resources and environment. Its key strength is that it responds to regional needs by mobilizing and enhancing capabilities for socially, economically and environmentally sound development. 10

13 School of Management AIT s School of Management has been consistently ranked as one of Asia s top schools for management higher learning and research and its MBA programs. The School of Management MBA program ranked 1st in Thailand and 8th in Asia. - Best MBA ( Undergraduate Program AIT now offers four-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) and four-year Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree programs at its main campus in Thailand, and at its partner institutions in Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Vietnam. AIT Extension AIT Extension provides regular and customized non-degree continuing professional education, short course training and consultancy services. AIT has produced 28,000 trainee graduates from all over the world. 11

14 Fields of Study & Academic Programs School of Engineering and Technology Master s and Doctoral Degree Programs Civil & Infrastructure Engineering Group Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Management Geotechnical and Earth Resources Engineering Structural Engineering Transportation Engineering Water Engineering & Management Industrial Systems Engineering Group Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Mechatronics Microelectronics and Embedded Systems Nanotechnology Information & Communications Group Computer Science Information Management Remote Sensing & Geographic Information Systems Telecommunications Interdisciplinary Programs Offshore Technology & Management Information & Communications Technologies Geo-Exploration & Petroleum Geoengineering Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation and Management (SET AND SERD) Urban Water Engineering and Management (SET, SERD) Professional Master s Degree Programs Geo-System Exploration & Petroleum Geo-Technical Engineering & Management Hard Disk Drive Engineering Technology (Western Digital-Thailand) Industrial & Supply Chain Management Project Management in Construction Telecommunication Technology & Management Undergraduate Degree Programs Chemical Engineering Civil and Infrastructure Engineering Computer Science Information Technology Electronics Industrial Engineering Information and Communication Technology Mechatronics Telecommunications School of Management Master of Business Administration (MBA) Entrepreneurship Technology Management Sustainable Business Finance Human Resource Marketing Strategy Public Management Executive MBA (EMBA) International Business-Management of Technology Doctoral of Philosophy (Ph.D) Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Inter-School Academic Programs MBA in Energy Business (SERD, SOM) Professional Master s Degree Programs Banking and Finance Corporate Social Responsibility Intellectual Capital and Knowledge Management Technology Management MBA in Energy Business (SOM,SERD) 12

15 Please visit: and School of Environment, Resources and Development Master s & Doctoral Degree Programs Agri-business management Agricultural systems and engineering Aquaculture and aquatic resources management Climate change and sustainable development Energy Energy and environment Environmental engineering and management Food engineering and bioprocess technology Gender and development studies Natural resources management Pulp and paper technology Regional and rural development planning Urban environmental management Inter-School Academic Programs Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation and Management (SERD,SET) MBA in Energy Business (SERD,SOM) Unified Bachelor s & Master s Programs Agri-business Management Energy Environmental Engineering and Management Double Degree (1+1 Years) Urban Water Engineering and Management (SERD, SET) Professional Master s Programs Environmental Engineering and Management Urban Management Water Technology Management Public Policy Aqua-Business Management Energy Business management Two Stage Master s Programs (1+1 years) MBA in Energy Business Energy and Environment Certificate Programs Integrated Coastal Management Greater Mekong Sub region Development Studies Undergraduate Programs: Bio-Systems Engineering Environmental Engineering Chemical Engineering 1

16 Campus Life: A home away from home AIT s idyllic 0-acre campus contains all the necessary facilities and elements for students from many different cultures to live, study, learn, work, and thrive together. Library Language Center State-of-the-art laboratories AIT Conference Center Sports and recreation facilities, including a golf course Computing services Campus housing with internet connection Medical clinic AIT International School (Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 6) Why consider AIT? Just a few more reasons Activities: Student-driven events on and off campus cultural, athletic, and social interactions. Student Organizations: Student Union and student national associations and clubs connect students and give voice to their academic and social concerns. Recreation and Wellness: Ample recreation facilities, and services catering to students social, physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual health. Athletics: Stay fit, have fun and make friends playing golf, football, basketball, cricket, and many more. Campus Housing: AIT provides on campus housing to its students. Staff members are on hand, dedicated to creating a safe, dynamic learning and living environment. 14

17 Some students speak out At AIT, I was able to reinvent myself. A year into my MBA, I already feel that I am one step closer to working in the finance industry. In fact, I have already secured a job at one of the largest banks in Thailand. Jeeranan Prompes Thailand MBA Candidate One of the happiest moments of my life was when I got a scholarship from HEC Pakistan to study at AIT. Back then I could not have imagined that I could earn a double master s degree from AIT and UPC in Spain, or win a grant from Google to work on an open source project as part of Google s Summer of Code Program. At AIT, I learned that nothing is impossible. Waheed Iqbal Pakistan Ph.D. Candidate, Computer Science I had lived in the United States for six years when I had a chance to come to Thailand with the East-West Center Leadership program from Hawaii. During a field trip I experienced the tsunami hit region. It ignited in me this need to understand development issues in Asia better. AIT is very well reputed in Nepal and when I found out that they have a gender and development studies program I had to apply. I have not only learned about the issues and the region, AIT also gave me a different perspective in life and changed my career path. Nisha Onta Nepal Ph.D. Candidate, Gender and Development Studies I learned something very new from excellent instructors. I feel at home at AIT. I will recommend AIT short courses to my friends back home, and I myself plan to return to AIT to pursue my master s. Ms. Flavia Da Costa Henriques Timor-Leste Finance Officer and Administrator, AIT Extension trainee AIT really provides you a great environment for learning and many different opportunities to new things. It s definitely a stage to a brighter future. Chen Yu Ting Taiwan Freshman, B.Eng. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) 15

18 Applying to AIT for Graduate Education Applying to graduate study at AIT is a simple process. Application for admission takes only four (4) steps. Go to STEP 1: Review Requirements and Procedures Read the Requirements and Procedures page to find out the admissions requirements including tests, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and application fees. STEP 2: Download Application Forms STEP : Study Guidelines for Applicants STEP 4: Explore Financial Aid If you are interested in applying for financial aid, please see the financial aid information page. A non-refundable application processing fee has to be paid - fixed at US$ 20 / Baht 800 for the forms downloaded from the web or fixed at US$ 25 / Baht 1,000 for the forms requested by post. Costs and Expenses Students in full-time attendance pay a registration fee of Baht 20,000 per semester and a tuition fee of Baht 14,000 per credit. The tuition fees are based on the following minimum credit requirements and number of semesters: Doctoral (84 credits /6 semesters), Master s (48 credits / 4 semesters), Diploma (24 credits / 2 semesters), and Certificate (9-12 credits / 1 semester). All students are encouraged to reside on or near the Institute s campus to benefit from the international environment for intellectual development and cross-cultural experience. The estimated living expense is Baht 15,000 per month. Postgraduate Postgraduate Study Costs Doctoral Program Master s Program Diploma Certificate (In fixed* Thai baht) Six Semesters Four Semesters Two Semesters One Semester (6 months) (22 months) (12 months) (5 months) THB (US$) THB (US$) THB (US$) THB (US$) Registration fee 120,000 (,750) 80,000 (2,500) 40,000 (1,250) 20,000 20,000/semester Tuition fee 1,176,000 (6,750) 672,000 (21,000) 6,000 (10,500) 168,000 14,000/credit Subtotal 1,296,000 (40,500) 752,000 (2,500) 76,000 (11,750) 188,000 (5,875) Living/accommodation/ other 414,000 (12,98) 25,000 (7,907) 18,000 (4,1) 57,500 11,500/month** Total 1,710,000 (5,48) 1,005,000 (1,407) 514,000 (16,06) 245,500 (7,672) *** For the Undergraduate Program costs, please visit Notes: * Tuition and other fees are charged per semester in Thai baht. For convenience, students may also pay in U.S. dollars at a rate that is quoted one month in advance before the start of each semester and valid for the duration of that semester. The indicative US dollar figures are based on the exchange rate of 1 US $ = 2 Thai baht. Updates on applicable tuition fees in both currencies can be viewed at asia/fees. ** Minimum estimate inclusive of other fees. With the rising inflation over the year, this is recomended to be Thai baht 15,000/month. Doctoral students should top up this estimate by about Thai baht. 1,000 per month for additional research and book expenses. Financial Assistance AIT offers scholarships on a competitive basis to highly qualified graduate students with demonstrated financial need. Of the students admitted to AIT, about 20% get full scholarships, 0% get full tuition financial aid, and 40% receive financial aid that partly covers tuition costs. The full scholarships cover tuition fees, a monthly allowance and a standard accommodation on campus. Intake Normal Application Deadlines For applicants requesting AIT scholarships / fellowships * Others ** Semester 1 May 15 June Semester 15 October 15 November * To ensure maximum consideration for financial assistance. ** To ensure sufficient time for visa processing and other formalities. For applicants who require an early offer of admission or those with visa or passport restrictions, applications must be received by AIT at least three months prior to these deadlines. 16

19 Eligibility Requirements Please visit: An applicant must apply to only one of the academic programs leading to the degree of Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, Master in Agribusiness Management, Executive Master and Professional Master; Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Business Administration, Doctor in Agribusiness Management and Professional Doctorate. No applicant is admitted to more than one academic program at a time. AIT is an international institute with English as the sole language of instruction. AIT requires applicants to demonstrate basic proficiency in writing English before entry. The standard is a score of 4.5 on Academic Writing portion of the IELTS Test for entry to the master s program, a score of 5.0 for entry to the Certification of Advanced Studies (CAS) program and 5.5 for entry to the doctoral program. The Language Center offers an in-house test of English proficiency which is called the AIT English Entry Test or AIT-EET. It is conducted daily on campus in Thailand and by appointment at the AIT Center in Vietnam. AIT also has agents in Yangon, Vientiane, Phnom Penh, Kabul and Bandung, who can arrange to conduct the test. AIT faculty and staff traveling throughout the region also conduct the test. It is scored on a scale similar to IELTS. For more information on the AIT-EET kindly visit the AIT Language Center website at: education/languagecenter/english/prospective-students Interested test-takers can call at or send an to languages@ait.ac.th AIT recognizes several English tests for admissions as listed in the table below. If you submit a score, then you are expected to score at least: (See Table Below). English Exam Master CAS Doctor IELTS/ AIT-EET (AIT Test) TOEFL Paper-based Computer-based Internet-based GRE (Analytical Writing Test) CET 4 (China) ARC (Lao PDR) ICE TEFOW CU-TEP (Thailand) An official test score is valid only for 2 years. All applicants must submit a test score for admissions unless they are native English speakers or graduates of university degree programs conducted in an English-speaking country, in which case the following documents should be submitted CERTIFICATE OF UNIVERSITY MEDIUM OF IN- STRUCTION. This document certifies that you attained your previous degree from a university where the sole medium of instruction is English. The document should be attested and signed by the University Registrar. Note : Because some schools that use English as a medium of instruction do not meet AIT s standards for English proficiency, the AIT Admissions Unit may not accept certain certificates and may require the applicant to submit a standardized test score instead. AIT ENGLISH ENTRY TEST SCORE (AIT-EET). AIT-EET is administered by AIT Language Unit. For details, kindly visit the Language Center website at Interested test-takers can call at or send an to languages@ ait.ac.th EXEMPTION. Applicants who are citizens of and have been educated in an English-speaking county, are exempted from this requirement. Proof of citizenship should be provided. Detailed Eligibility Requirements for each Program Doctoral Degree Program To be eligible for admission to the regular Doctoral degree program, an applicant must: Have strong academic records (both undergraduate and graduate) and normally hold a four-year bachelor s degree, and a Master s degree, preferably with a combination of course and thesis work, from an institution of good standing, acceptable to AIT. The minimum GPA requirement for admission to the doctoral program is.50 or equivalent at the master s degree level. 17

20 Submit a brief outline of dissertation research proposal including the required research facilities, if necessary. Receive a written confirmation that a faculty member at AIT is available and willing to supervise. For the professional Doctoral degree program, in addition to the above-mentioned eligibility requirements, an applicant must: Have at least 5 years of work experience in areas related to the field of study/program at AIT and Be at a level of senior professional/manager/administrator in organization/companies. Certificate of Advanced Studies Program The Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) Program offered by AIT has the alternative objectives of qualifying for admission to the doctoral program for applicants with minimum CGPA at the master s degree level of less than.50 or equivalent; or undertaking advanced studies combined with research. Other admission requirements are similar to those for the Doctoral Degree Program. Full-time CAS students completing the minimum course credit requirement and attaining a CGPA of at least.50 at the end of the second semester are eligible for transfer to the doctoral degree program. Students who are not eligible for transfer to the doctoral degree program are awarded with the Certificate of Advanced Studies. For applicants to the professional Doctoral degree program, initially admitted to the CAS Program, the same eligibility requirements for admission as mentioned in the Doctoral degree program apply. Master s Degree Program To be eligible for admission to the regular master s program, an applicant must: Hold a Bachelor degree (normally from a four-year program), or its equivalent, in an appropriate field of study from an institution of good standing acceptable to AIT. Have undergraduate grades significantly above average; the minimum GPA requirement for admission to the master s program is 2.75 or equivalent at the Bachelor degree level. Be in satisfactory physical and mental health, and have a record of good conduct. For the Professional Master s Degree program, in addition to the above-mentioned eligibility requirements, an applicant must: Have at least years of work experience in areas related to the field of study/program at AIT, and Be executives in organizations/companies. Post Graduate Diploma Program The eligibility requirements for the Diploma program are the same as those entering the master s degree program. Candidates with only average undergraduate grades may be admitted to the Diploma Program if they have at least two years of professional experience after completing their Bachelor s degree. Post Graduate Certificate Program Certificate students need to satisfy the eligibility requirements similar to those entering the master s degree program and have the appropriate background to take selected courses. In exceptional cases, candidates who lack formal academic qualifications but who have extensive and appropriate professional experience may be considered for admission; the discretion in such cases rests with the School Deans. Special Program Candidates coming to AIT for programs or courses of at least one semester are considered as Special students. Candidates under non-degree academic exchange agreements between AIT and their home universities are also enrolled at AIT as Special students. Fellows of AIT Individuals whose qualifications are considered acceptable and who have requested to be attached to the Institute to do research are considered for an appointment as `Fellows of AIT. A Fellow of AIT has the privilege to use Institute research facilities, the library and recreational facilities and may audit courses with the permission of the instructor. To apply, candidates must submit to the relevant School an AIT Application (Form 1), a copy of CV and a research study plan. Fellows of AIT are endorsed by the relevant School Deans and are formally invited to the Institute by the Vice President for Academic Affairs. A candidate, who has completed a doctoral degree from an institution recognized by AIT, is offered admission as a Post-Doctoral Fellow. A candidate whose qualifications are equivalent to an AIT master s degree student is considered for admission as a Research Fellow. Bridging Program The Pre-Master s Bridging Program provides an opportunity for AIT candidates from disadvantaged backgrounds to orient and prepare themselves in English and in key subject areas essential for their graduate study at AIT. 18

21 The Bridging Program enables students to: (a) Strengthen their academic abilities for an AIT degree program; (b) Develop their potential to plan and carry out academic work on the bases of their own defined interests and meanings; (c) Develop their confidence and skills to undertake self-directed learning; and (d) Become more effective communicators in English. The intensive Bridging Program normally offers 16 weeks of collaboration and interaction in English around pieces of investigative research by students. The content of each program is shaped by the interests and needs of individual students, and their particular fields of study at AIT. Regular individual and small group tutorial sessions are arranged for students to improve their abilities in key subject areas of computer skills, economics, mathematics and statistics. The Language Center coordinates the conduct of Bridging Programs. Resource persons with expertise in various key subject areas work with students in a tutorial mode. Faculty members also contribute significantly to the students work. Degree, Diploma and Certificate program students may enroll in the Bridging program in the semester preceding entry to the master s or doctoral program. Duration of Study Master Degree students normally study for 22 months - this includes four semesters, two short breaks and one long break between semesters. Doctoral students normally study for six semesters or three years. The diploma programs are at least two semesters-long and the certificate program is one semester-long Application Requirements and Procedures Applicants may apply online or download the application forms from the AIT website. 1. To apply for admission, applicants must complete and submit the following documents: Acknowledgment cards A & B Admission Action Form A completed AIT Application for Admission (Form 1) Two letters of recommendation from named referees (Form 2) Application for AIT Financial Aid (Form ) only if applying for AIT financial aid Official attested Transcript(s) (Form 4) Copy of degree Certificate(s) in English Evidence of Proficiency in English Research Proposal (for doctoral program applicants only) Application Processing Fee - US$20 or Baht 800 (Application Forms downloaded from the web) OR - US$25 or Baht 1,000 (Application Forms received by post from AIT) 2. Application Processing Fee A nonrefundable application processing fee of US$20 (or Baht 800) for forms downloaded from the web or of US$25 (or Baht 1,000) for forms received by post, is required to process an application. The application fee may be paid by bank draft, valid credit card or cash and should be made payable to the Asian Institute of Technology. Please fill in the Application Processing Fee Payment Notification Form to prove payment. Payment by credit card should be done by showing the payer s full name, credit card name and number, and card s expiry date. Payment by cash should be made through a third party based in Thailand.. Applications for admission must be received by the normal closing date. If study seats are still available, late applications may be considered. 4. Applicants are requested to apply to the School of their choice and indicate, in order of preference, two fields of study. Each application will be processed according to the first field of study chosen. AIT, subject to its resources and the applicant s qualifications, will endeavor to provide a program of study appropriate with the applicant s needs and qualifications. 5. The Admissions and Scholarships Unit acknowledges all complete application by . If an address is not provided, applicants are acknowledged by mail through post. 19

22 Administration of Admission The administration of admission is handled by the Admissions and Scholarships Unit. Warnings received regarding spurious records being submitted by candidates seeking admission have led to the practice by AIT of requesting confirmation from the academic institution(s) where the applicant received his/her degree(s) and/or when copies of transcripts/degree certificates have neither been attested nor mailed directly by the institution to AIT. After the closing date, complete applications, which must include an official attested academic transcript, are sent to the Schools for assessment. Once submitted, application materials are not released and cannot be returned to the applicant. While most students are admitted in, certain fields of study admit students in (see the Admissions Calendar). Doctoral students may enter either in or. 1. Deadlines Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all required documents are submitted by the appropriate deadlines. Incomplete application may cause delays in processing. Deadlines that fall on a weekend or a holiday will default to the next working day. Applications for AIT financial assistance received after the admission deadline will be processed for the next intake. 2. Notification of Application Receipt and Status Applicants are notified of the receipt of their application and status by . The address must be provided in #2 of the application form (Form 1). If an address is not provided, the applicant is notified by mail through post.. Interviews Applicants for admission from Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam are normally interviewed by AIT Faculty members. Whenever possible, interviews for applicants from other countries are also arranged by the respective School(s). Candidates who were pre-selected for possible admission are interviewed on a date and venue agreed upon by the School(s) concerned. The interview includes a written test prepared by the School as well as English language test (or using Institutional TOEFL). The applications of candidates from countries where no interviews are scheduled are forwarded to the Schools within two weeks of the closing date of receiving applications. 4. Selection and Decision on Admission Normally, at least 16 weeks before enrollment, all applications, including those of interviewed candidates, are forwarded to the Schools for final selection. The selection results are reported to the Admissions and Scholarships Unit about 14 weeks before entry, via the AIT Admission Action Form. The decisions on and approval of offers of admission are made by the Schools. Applicants who require early offer of admission as a basis for seeking financial sponsorship from external non-ait sources must indicate this when applying. In exceptional cases, an offer of admission without AIT financial assistance may be made immediately, but many decisions are deferred until interview results are available. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications for admission are rejected. However, those applicants who need further English training and/or additional experiences are advised to reapply as soon as they gain additional merits. For applicants who applied for AIT Financial Assistance, the offers of admission with AIT scholarship are issued based on a competitive ranking of qualified candidates selected by the Schools on the basis of academic qualification, professional background, scholarships availability and conditions set by AIT s donor-partners. The Vice President for Academic Affairs may also approve offers of admission for applicants with special qualifications upon the recommendation of School Deans. 5. Admissions Committee The Admissions Committee (AC) meets on a regular basis to deliberate on admission requirements & procedures, academic fees & pricing policies, student selection and the availability of scholarships, fellowships and assistantships. The committee is comprised of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (Chair), School Deans, Head of Student Office, Head of Finance, Director of Language Center, ITServ Coordinator, Student Union President and Admissions & Scholarships Unit Coordinator. The schedule of the AC meeting is in the academic calendar of AIT but special meetings are called to discuss vital admissions and application issues. 20

23 6. Notification and Confirmation of Admission For qualified applicants: Notification of the offer of admission is done by , normally not later than two months before the proposed date of enrollment, provided the application was received at the proper time and provided that e- mail address is given by the applicant. If no address is provided, notification is sent through post. The FINAL CONFIRMATION OF ADMISSION IS SENT BY POST MAIL ONLY. The offer of admission may be unconditional or it may specify conditions which must be satisfied before the offer can be confirmed. In such cases, it is the candidate s responsibility to provide promptly the evidence required to show that the conditions of the offer have been fulfilled. An offer of admission is valid only if the recipient can begin his/her academic program on the enrollment date stated in the offer. Enrollment after the first day of semester and up to the final day for adding and dropping courses (last working day of the second week of semester) is permitted only in special circumstances. Upon receipt of an offer of admission, candidates from outside Thailand must immediately apply for the necessary clearances and travel authorization. No candidate is permitted to enroll without the confirmation of admission, which consists of a Certificate of Admission and ED Visa Letter (for non-thai nationals). These documents will only be issued after a candidate has written to accept the offer of admission and has satisfied all conditions attached to the offer. The ED visa letter is required to be presented to the Royal Thai Government (RTG) Embassy or Consulate for approval stamp in passport for travel and study in Thailand. Incoming students from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Mongolia, Pakistan, PR China, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and some African countries have visa restrictions and in place of the ED visa letter, AIT requests the RTG Ministry of Foreign Affairs for approval which takes about weeks; authorization is directly conveyed from the RTG Foreign Ministry to the RTG Embassy or Consulate via diplomatic channel. 7. Medical Certificate A successful applicant must submit a duly completed Certificate of Physical and Mental Fitness from a qualified physician written in English. The medical certificate must include a chest x-ray examination. Any medical handicap as well as all previous serious illnesses or operations must be indicated in the Medical Certificate. It is particularly important that the Institute is informed if such handicap could affect the study at AIT. Those who have made false statements or who have concealed medical information of any kind are liable for payment of related medical expenses. 8. False Statements Anyone who, knowingly or otherwise, makes false statements or presents false evidence of any kind at the time of application, at registration, or at any other time after enrollment are dismissed from the Institute. 9. Arrival on Campus Candidates who have been issued a Certificate of Admissions receive letters of welcome and details of the orientation seminar and registration schedule. All new candidates are required to arrive at AIT on the Orientation Day. Exceptionally, late arrival may be permitted by the School Dean if a candidate provides a good reason in writing but arrival must be on or before the last day of adding /dropping; that is by the last working day of the second week of the semester. 10. Re-application Applicants seeking re-application must inform the Admissions and Scholarships Unit of their continuing interest, by or by returning the Confirmation on Reapplication Form. Those who wish to reapply within two years after the first application was received do not need to submit a new set of Application Forms. After two years a new set of Application Forms & supporting documents are required. For each re-application an applicant is required to pay the application processing fee of US$ 20 or Baht 800. Students who have previously been dismissed from the Institute shall normally not be admitted to a degree program at the same level. 21

24 Applying to AIT for Undergraduate Education Admission Requirements Requirements Applicants to the undergraduate program must have successfully graduated from high school after completing 12 years of education or equivalent, or expect to do so before the start of the first semester. Continuation of study is conditional upon proof of high school graduation prior to the end of the first semester of study. Subjects taken in the final year of high school should include calculus, physics, and chemistry. Eligibility Admission to the undergraduate program is competitive and limited by the number of seats available and AIT s commitment to maintain a diversity of nationalities amongst the student population. Eligibility is based on the student s performance in high school, the student s performance on standardized exams, and the student s English language skill. Students should submit the following: 1. High school transcripts. An official transcript including all grades from at least the last two years of high school must be submitted. 2. Standardized examination results. An official copy of the results of a standardized college preparatory examination must be submitted. The following are acceptable: 1. National college entrance examination for the applicant s home country. The examination must be conducted in English. 2. Results of a centralized national high-school exit examination. The examination must be conducted in English.. ACT, IB, GCSE A Level, 6th form or 7th form, NCEA. 4. SAT I and II. SAT II scores for three subjects: Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. 5. AIT Entrance Examination.. Evidence of English language proficiency. Students should achieve an IELTS score of 5.5, a paper-based TOEFL score of 57, a computer-based TOEFL score of 200, an Internet-based TOEFL score of 76, a CET 4 score of 540, an ICE TEFOW score of 160, or a CU-TEP score of 70. Applicants able to visit AIT can visit the AIT Language Center and take the AIT English Entrance Test (AIT-EET) in lieu of a standardized test. At the discretion of the admissions committee, applicants may be asked to appear for a personal interview in a major city in their home country, and they may be asked to take the AIT Entrance Exam prior to admissions. Transfer from another accredited university is possible. Applicants should submit all transcripts from previous universities along with their application. See or write admissionug@ait.asia for further information or clarification of eligibility requirements for applicants from specific countries. 22

25 Financial Assistance: AIT Undergraduate Fellowships Based on the academic performance of students during the course of study, partial fellowships will be awarded to a select number of students. At the end of the each year of study, the recipients are selected for fellowships for the next year. Fees and Expenses All students are encouraged to reside on the AIT campus to benefit from the international environment for intellectual development and personal growth. Beyond tuition and registration fees, the total estimated cost of living at AIT is 10,000 Thai baht per year. Academic Calendar Expense Type Cost (Thai baht) Cost (US dollars)* Semester AIT Tuition Fees 216,000 / year 7,000 / year Registration Fees 7,200 / semester 240 / semester Living Expenses 10,000 / year 4,00 / year Semester I Semester II Summer September December May June * Payments are billed in Thai baht; US dollar costs are estimates subject to fluctuation due to exchange rates. Admission Procedures Applications for admission are accepted on an ongoing basis. AIT seeks applicants who show demonstrated commitment to and enthusiasm for intellectual growth. Application materials are available at and on the enclosed CD. For more information Visit or contact Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs School of Engineering and Technology Asian Institute of Technology P.O. Box 4, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, THAILAND Phone: , 5 Fax: admissionug@ait.asia Visa Arrangements for Thailand Visa arrangements are facilitated by the Government Relations Unit (GRU) for all non-thai students. Applications for educational visas must be submitted to the Thai embassy in the students home countries (in most cases, applicants visiting Thailand on a tourist visa must return to their home countries to change visa status). On admission, GRU will send supporting documentation to the Thai embassy in students home countries. Medical Insurance AIT arranges a standard insurance plan that covers the majority of costs for hospitalization, outpatient treatment, dental care, and personal accident. The estimated cost is 2,599 Thai baht or approximately 75 USD per year. On-campus medical services are provided by health professionals and medical staff on a 24-hour basis. 2

26 School of Engineering & Technology Civil & Infrastructure Engineering Group 26 Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Management 1 Geotechnical and Earth Resources Engineering 5 Structural Engineering 41 Transportation Engineering 44 Water Engineering and Management 46 Industrial Systems Engineering Group 49 Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering 52 Mechatronics 55 Microelectronics and Embedded Systems 57 Nanotechnology 61 Information & Communications Group 6 Computer Science 66 Information Management 71 Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems 7 Telecommunications 78 Interdisciplinary Programs Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation & Management Geosystem Exploration & Petroleum Geoengineering Information & Communications Technologies Offshore Technology & Management

27 Typical Study Plan A master s degree is completed in less than two years while a doctoral degree is, on the average, completed in three years. Master s Student During the first two semesters, master s students are expected to complete the coursework requirement. They need to enroll for required courses during the first semester. Students who need preparation in English and computer skills may enroll in the bridging program during the May/June inter-semester period, prior to the (first) semester. In summary, a master s student follows the following: Duration Entry Semester Total Credits Required Thesis Option Research Study Option 4 semesters and 1 Inter-Semester Period (21.4 months) (typically) or May/June (for Bridging Student) 48 credits (720 contact hours) 26 coursework credits + 22 thesis credits 8 coursework credits + 10 research credits Doctoral student Doctoral students are required to take a minimum of 84 credits that comprise 24 credits of coursework including a maximum of 6 credits of special study and 60 credits of dissertation. The composition of courses taken by a doctoral student requires the consent of his/her dissertation advisor. In summary, a doctoral candidate follows: Duration Entry Semester Total Credits Required 6 semesters and Inter-Semester Periods or 84 credits = 24 coursework credits + 60 research credits 25

28 CIVIL AND INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING GROUP Since the founding of AIT, its civil engineering fields have promoted modern methodologies, emerging technologies and innovative materials for the design and construction of safe and economical infrastructure in the region Construction, Engineering and Infrastructure Management (CEIM) The Construction, Engineering and Infrastructure Management (CEIM) field of study prepares students to become effective managers and decision-makers familiar with the modern techniques of construction management, engineering management and infrastructure management. It trains professionals to play a leading role in the international construction industry. It molds students to become active leaders in the infrastructure development and management. Areas of Specialization Students may choose to either specialize in Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) or Infrastructure Management (IM). Construction Engineering and Management covers advanced project management approaches to finance, plan, design, construct, monitor and control construction projects. This master s degree program emphasizes in-depth construction project management approaches such as project organization management, construction planning and control, project procurement, contract management, productivity analysis and improvement, quality and safety improvement, IT in project management, sustainable construction, project financing, Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) for infrastructure management, international construction joint ventures and construction business strategy. Infrastructure Management focuses on the processes necessary for the planning and development of new infrastructure, and on maintaining and operating mature infrastructure for sustainability. A wide variety of management topics are covered, such as infrastructure planning, infrastructure economics, infrastructure management systems, optimal maintenance management, reliability of infrastructure systems, asset valuation and utilization, and infrastructure planning under risk and uncertainty. Professional Master s in Project Management (with specialization in Construction Project) The aim of this MPM program is to provide applied and advanced project management knowledge to professionals working in large-scale construction projects. The program is designed for a one-year study period. Selected students are construction industry professionals with at least years experience. 26