Pre-departure Arrangements

     Once you have been admitted to study at PSU, the real pre-departure preparation work begins. This preparation may include:

• Passport and visa applications
• Arranging international transportation
• Reviewing and purchasing insurance for study abroad
• Housing arrangements
• Academic arrangements
• Arranging personal effects/ packing
• Working out on the necessary budget

Go through this practical guidebook, which will help you get ready for your study at PSU step by step.

Preparing your Documents

     In order to study at PSU, you need to apply for a non-immigrant “ED” visa and an international health & accident insurance before entering Thailand.

First, be sure that you have a passport valid for at least six months from the date you plan to begin your studies. If you do not already have a passport, you should apply for one in your home country.

Second, shortly after being accepted to PSU, you will receive a formal Acceptance Letter necessary to apply for the student visa.

Applying for Non-immigrant “Ed” Visa

     You should apply for a Non-immigrant “Ed” Visa at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in your country by providing the following
documents:

• Passport with validity not less than 6 months and photocopy,
• Visa application form completely filled out,
• Two recent photographs of the applicant (4 x 6 cm.)
• Acceptance Letter from PSU
• Academic record and the Student ID (if currently studying)
• Visa fee (around $80)
• In some cases, a proof that you have enough money to cover your tuition and living expenses for you and any family members/dependents that come with you may be required,
• Some countries may request a Visa Approval Letter issued by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs; in this case, please inform your faculty at PSU about this, in order for them to do the necessary official procedures.

*additional documents may be requested as deemed necessary; please check with the Royal Thai Embassy/ Consulate in your country

*apply as early as possible and make sure you submit all required documents.

     The validity of this visa is three months and, once in Thailand, you can apply for a one-year extension of stay through the Thai Immigration Bureau. This extension must be annually renewed for the period of study in Thailand. Currently, Hat Yai Immigration officers come to assist international students and staff with necessary immigration affairs at PSU Hat Yai Campus, usually every last Wednesday of the month.

Documents for Your Family

     If your family is coming with you to Thailand, they need to apply for a Non-immigrant “O” Visa. Family members can apply at the same time with you, and they need to provide the following supporting documents:

• Their passports with validity not less than 6 months and photocopies,
• Visa application form completely filled out for each of the family members,
• Copy of your passport including main page and Thai visa page,
• Your Acceptance Letter from PSU or a Letter of Certification from PSU (depending on the country),
• Copy of your Student ID (if currently studying),
• Proof of relationship (marriage certificate for spouse, birth certificates for children),
• Two recent photograph (4 x 6 cm.) for each,
• Visa fee (around $80 per application),
• Depending on the country, evidence of adequate finance (around 20,000 Baht per person and 40,000 Baht per family) may be also required.

Other Documents to Bring

The following documents may be useful once you arrive at PSU:

• Birth certificates for you and your family members
• Marriage certificate if you are travelling with your spouse
• Official academic diplomas and transcripts
• TOEFL scores or other English language test scores
• International driving license or driving license from your home country

*all documents in your native language should be translated into English or Thai.

     Your immigration documents and your accompanying family members’ documents are extremely important. We recommend that you pack all other student paperwork you have received from PSU. Keep all important documents in a file or envelope and do not pack these documents in your checked luggage. Keep them in a safe dry place in your hand luggage.

Research in Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, PSU

Graduate Programs 

Master of Pharmacy  Program

• Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences Program in Clinical Pharmacy Degree
• Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences Program in Social and Administrative Pharmacy Degree
• Master of Science Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences Degree
• Master of Science Program in Cosmetic Sciences (international) Degree

Doctor of Philosophy Program

• Doctor of Philosophy Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Doctor of Philosophy Program in Pharmaceutical Care
• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Training Program, (Collaboration with The Pharmacy Council of Thailand)

Tuition Fees for  Graduate Studies

- Rate of tuition fees for a normal semester program 60,000 Baht (International Student have been charged for double of Thai students)

Undergraduate Programs 

 Bachelor Degree of Pharmacy Program

• Doctor of Pharmacy Program in Industrial Pharmacy
• Doctor of Pharmacy Program in Pharmaceutical Care

Board Certificated Pharmacotherapy Training Program

• Board Certificated Pharmacotherapy Training Program by the Pharmacy Council of Thailand

Application via e-mail:

• Obtain an application form by sending an e-mail to the relevant faculty.
• Attach certified/attested copies of your academic records, official examination certificates and, if appropriate, evidence of your English language proficiency such as IELTS or TOEFL.
• Send the application form, documentation and application fee to the faculty. Address details can usually be found on the back of the application form.
• If you meet the entry requirements, you should receive a formal Acceptance Letter within three weeks. This letter will include information on the program, starting date and payment of fees.

* A non-immigrant “ED” visa and an international health & accident insurance must be obtained before entering Thailand!

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Academic and Research Scholarships

1. Teaching Assistant (TA) Scholarship

Number of scholarships : 40 per year

Specific Qualification : Master students

Funding Value : 30,000 Baht

Conditions :

1. Support Work that is related to the field of study :
    1.1 Assist in the operation of undergraduate degree programs;
    1.2 Help with the assessment of student assignments at undergraduate level;
    1.3 Be a teaching assistant or tutor at undergraduate level;
    1.4 Other academic work as assigned by the head of department.
2. The grant recipient performs the abovementioned duties for the department.

Application Period : April-May

Selection method : The faculties nominate students for the teaching assistant grants, and the Graduate School then distributes the available grants to based on student qualifications and faculty size

2. Graduate School's Research Funding for Community Problem Solving

Number of scholarships : 10 per year

Specific Qualification : Master student of plan A 1 or Ph.D. student

Funding Value : Not exceeding 50,000 Baht

Duration of Funding : up to 2 years

Requirement for English Proficiency :
1. The topic must address a local problem in southern Thailand.
2. The research has to have a public impact on society and economy.
3. The research outcome has to be tangible and apparent.

Application Period : April - May

Selection method :
1. The first round examines the research project documentation;
2. Candidates who have passed the first round will be interviewed by the scholarship committee.

3. Research Grant for Thesis

Number of scholarships : No definite number depending on the allocated budget and numbers of applicants

Specific Qualification : Current Graduate Students must get the approval of thesis proposal within the due date.

Funding Value :
1. Doctoral Level

    - Scientific experiment/scientific instrument development:  50,000 Baht*

    - Survey/descriptive study/experiment in social sciences: 28,000 Baht*

2. Master Level

    - Scientific experiment/scientific instrument development/innovation requiring costly materials: 12,000 Baht*

    - Survey/descriptive study/experiment in social sciences: 6,000 Baht*

*Remark: Funding amount may be lower than the maximum amount shown in the table, depending on the allocated budget and numbers of applicants.

Duration of Funding : 2 fiscal years

Application Period : March

     According to the Prince of Songkla University announcement of graduate student tuition fees, issued on June 27, 2017 and valid for students enrolled in academic years 2015 to 2022.

1. Rate of tuition fee for regular program (Thai students)* : 30,000 Baht
2. Rate of tuition fee for special/evening program (Thai students)* : 35,000 Baht
3. Rate of tuition fee for Cosmetic Sciences (International Program) (Thai students)* : 30,000 Baht

for international student fees, see Remark-1 below

REMARKS:

1. Tuition fees for International Students are charged at double the rate for Thai students.
2. Tuition fees for programs open for admission in academic year 2017 which are not included in this announcement, are in the process of promulgation.