Program Details
Master of Political Science Program in International Relations (English Program)
This is a part-time English program. Classes are held on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each academic year comprises two 15-week semesters and a summer session. The first semester spans from August to December, the second semester from January to May, and the summer session from June to July.
Thammasat University (Tha Prachan Campus)
2-7 years
15 per academic year
THB 210,000 (non-Thai) or THB 261,000 (Thai)
- Eligible applicants must have completed a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an institution recognized by the Thammasat University council
- All applicants are mandated to undertake an English proficiency test, choosing from the following options, each requiring a minimum qualifying score for acceptance:
a. TU-GET (Paper-based): Minimum score of 550
b. TU-GET (Computer-based): Minimum score of 79
c. TOEFL (Paper-based): Minimum score of 550
d. TOEFL (Internet-based): Minimum score of 79
e. TOEFL (Institutional Testing Program): Minimum score of 550
f. IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5
Test results must not exceed 2 years from the date of application.
- Applicants must meet the standards set out in Chapter 4 of Thammasat University’s Regulation on Graduate Education B.E. 2561
- Applicants must meet the standards set out in Chapter 4 of Thammasat University’s Regulation on Graduate Education B.E. 2561
Written examination and interview (applicants who reside outside Thailand may take part in the process virtually)
December to February
In order to graduate, students of the MIR program must register a minimum of 36 credits, structured as follows:
- Plan A Thesis
a. Pre-requisite Courses (non-credit)
b. Required Courses (12 credits)
c. Elective Courses (12 credits)
d. Thesis (12 credits)
- Plan B Non-Thesis
a. Pre-requisite Courses (non-credit)
b. Required Courses (12 credits)
c. Elective Courses (15 credits)
d. Independent Study (6 credits)
Students in the MIR programs from their second year onward who meet all the qualifications are eligible to pursue a Master’s degree in Master Administration Publique offered by the Institut de Préparation à l’Administration Générale, Université Bretagne Occidentale (UBO), which is a partner institution of the faculty. The program is delivered in a hybrid format – both online and onsite at Tha Prachan. Upon successful completion of the evaluation criteria, students will be awarded an additional Master’s degree from UBO.
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Master of Political Science Program in International Relations (MIR)
Information as of 8 April 2025










