school of global studies | Thammasat University

Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies and Social Entrepreneurship

At GSSE we welcome people who think differently, learn differently, and take action. Your education does not just stop at learning about global issues and problems. You will be expected to identify needs and proactively take action to address those needs. Rather than rely on rigid content to pass an exam, you will engage in thinking and solving real world problems.

Be The Change with GSSE

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Integrated Learning

Be challenged by our integrated approach to learning and develop an authentic understanding of yourself in relation to your community and the world. Become an ethical leader who will promote social justice and improve societal well-being.

Progressive community

Join a diverse and global community of faculty, staff members and students who are united in a common vision to create a better society. Connect with real practitioners and be part of a unique ecosystem designed to create social impact.

CREATE Impact Now

Start creating global impact from day 1 at GSSE. You will be immersed in an environment that is committed to changing things for the better, be it in the classroom or beyond.

Integrated Learning

Be challenged by our integrated approach to learning and develop an authentic understanding of yourself in relation to your community and the world. Become an ethical leader who will promote social justice and improve societal well-being.

Progressive community

Join a diverse and global community of faculty, staff members and students who are united in a common vision to create a better society. Connect with real practitioners and be part of a unique ecosystem designed to create social impact.

CREATE Impact Now

Start creating global impact from day 1 at GSSE. You will be immersed in an environment that is committed to changing things for the better, be it in the classroom or beyond.

Integrated Learning

Interdisciplinary

You will need multifaceted and multidisciplinary thinking to understand the complex economic, political, and socio-cultural aspects integral to the problems that affect our interrelated world today. Our curriculum is designed to provide you with the skills and expertise that will allow you to draw upon different perspectives, conceptual understandings, and diverse experiences to understand problems and explore solutions beyond that viewed by a single discipline

Learning Without Boundaries

At GSSE, you will learn through discussions, debates and reflections while developing prototypes that will serve as concrete solutions to real social problems. During the summer months you will be exposed to real-work settings and career opportunities through internships with different, like-minded organizations. Beyond our curriculum, you will experience the real challenges and ground-breaking innovations of local and international practitioners.

Skill-Based

In a rapidly changing and interconnected world, you will gain critical skills to increase your competitive edge for employment mobility in the future global job market. Our classroom and non-classroom environments ensure learning that instills diverse competencies that include critical thinking, leadership, communication, time management, teamwork, problem-solving, creativity, adaptability, and business skills.

CREATE IMPACT NOW

You will be creating impact in the real world from day one.

At GSSE, your education does not just stop at merely learning about global issues and problems. You will be expected to assume the responsibility of not only identifying needs but to proactively take action to address those needs. Rather than rely on rigid content to simply pass an exam, you will engage in understanding and solving real world problems. And you will not be alone in this incredible journey of impact and social change. The GSSE community has the collective experience and expertise which will guide, challenge, and support you along the way. Moreover, our social innovation platform, called “G-Lab”, which is our connection with Thailand’s social enterprise ecosystem and the people who are leading change, will help you achieve your goals in creating positive social outcomes.

THE POWER OF COMMUNITY

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TUITION

Tuition fee for Thai students

The tuition fee for Thai students is 72,000 THB/student/semester, on average, a Pre-Program Orientation fee of 25,000 THB, and an additional fee of 14,500 THB for each summer program enrolled. Note that the abovementioned tuition fees represent only estimates based on the current GSSE curriculum. Additional credit hour fees (3,000 THB/credit) may be charged subject to elective courses enrolled.

Tuition fee for international students

The tuition fee for international students is 82,000 THB/student/semester (approximately $2,700 USD) on average, a Pre-Program Orientation fee of 25,000 THB, and an additional fee of 19,000 THB for each summer program enrolled (approximately 680 USD). Note that the abovementioned tuition fees represent only estimates based on the current GSSE curriculum. Additional credit hour fees (3,000 THB, approximately 100 USD)/credit may be charged subject to elective courses enrolled.

Additional expenses

Dormitory nearby Thammasat Rangsit campus may range from 3,500-6,500 THB/month (approximately 100-200 USD) depending on your living preferences. Living expenses, including meals and transportation, may range from 5,000-10,000+ THB/month (approximately 150-300+ USD) depending on your personal financial management.

Financial Aid

What are the types of financial aid offered by GSSE?

Scholarships
SGS Partial Scholarships (for prospective students)
SGS Partial Scholarships are for students from under-served communities who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance and leadership potential during high school.

How can I apply for scholarships and financial aid?

When you start your GSSE Application, please indicate your request for financial aid at the bottom of your application form.
If you are invited to interview for the program, you will have a separate interview to determine whether you will receive a scholarship or financial aid.

How will I be evaluated for financial aid?

We review requests for financial aid holistically, focusing on a student’s financial needs, academic performance, and leadership potential.
Financial Need: We are required to determine that you have a demonstrated financial need. We also take into consideration your family background and the availability of other financial resources to support your studies at GSSE.
Academic Performance: An additional criterion for determining eligibility for financial assistance is exceptional academic performance during high school. On this basis will evaluate your academic ability and potential to excel in your studies at GSSE.
Leadership Potential: We look for leaders who have the potential to change the world. As such, we want to determine that you have made notable, extracurricular contributions to your community. We want to see your enthusiasm, energy, and the depth of commitment towards social change that you will bring to our program.