Thursday, November 22, 2012

Rangsit University International College


Rangsit University International College

Rangsit University is one of leading private universities in Thailand, with international standard, and
also it has many western professors, some Thai professors are high qualified, because they hold degree from abroad. RIC Faculty is international college, which the courses run only in English, as there are international and local students.



Myanmar at Rangsit University

There are approximately 40 Myanmar students including 5 Shan who are currently studying. Students from Myanmar study in the program of Communication Art (Com Art), Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE), Information Communication and Technology (ICT), and International Relations and Development (IRD).

Estimate Budget for Academic Year
Academic Tuition Fees
1st semester 
- Tuition fees for                                                                              9,000 THB
-  plus  9,000 per subject (6x9000)                                                54,000 THB
(not including computer lab 2,500 per lab if you have to take)
-  Health Insurance                                                                           2,500 THB(per year) 
                                                                                                ------------------------------
                                                                 Total                              65,500 THB

2nd Semester
- Tuition fees                                                                                            9,000 THB
-  plus  9,000 per subject (6x9000)                                                         54,000 THB
   (maximum subjects per semester 7)
                                                                                                ------------------------------
                                                                 Total                                       63,000 THB


- (summer semester)
- Tuition fees                                                                                          9 ,000 THB
- 3 maximum subjects are allow (3x9000)                                           27,000 THB
                                                                                                ------------------------------
                                                                         Total                             36,000 THB
This amount of tuition fees is only for scholarship students. Mostly, Myanmar students get scholarship or tuition fee waiver 40% -50% from RIC. Without tuition fee waiver the fees are approximately THB 160,000.

Essential School Supplies and Travel
- Books, stationery and essential equipment                           THB 13,000
- Uniforms                                                                                THB 3,500
- Passport and Visa related costs THB 1900
- Daily travel to University THB 5,000
- Travel for research/ academic assignments                          THB 6,000
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Total Essential School Supplies and Travel                     THB 29,400

Rent, Water, Electricity Cost (12 months @ THB 4,500)        THB 54,000
Food, Living Expenses (12 months @ THB 4,500)                 THB 54,000
Total Expenditure (12 months at THB 9,000)                           THB 108,000
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Total Estimate Budget for Academic Year                         THB 235,200

Living expense, Food, and Rental cost in the environment of the Rangsit University

As the demand of Rangsit University students’ total numbers are growing, apartment rental costs nearby the university are very expensive year by year than other places. Single room is 3,900 Baht, not include electricity, water, and internet fees. Shared room is 4,900 baht without electricity, water, and internet fees. Internet fee is very expensive 750 baht for a month. But if we live nearby university, we can access university Wi-Fi.

Food cost is also expensive. Let say 30-40 Baht per meal for the fast food. Alternatively, we can purchase vegetables and raw meat nearby market to cook, it would cheaper.


For further information, please visit the links as the following:
http://www.rsu.ac.th/ric/index.html
http://myanmarstudyabroad.org/university/asia/thailand/rangsit-university/

Bangkok University International College (BUIC)

Bangkok University International College (BUIC)

Major Offering & Degree Plan

1. Computer Graphics and Multimedia
2. International Tourism Management
3. Entrepreneurship
4. Communication Arts
5. Business English
6. Marketing


There are six majors offering at the BUIC

Each major we have to study in total of 129 credits for finishing the course except International Tourism Management we have to finish 130 credits. Actually it is a 4 year program, however if the students can finish those credits earlier than that, it is fine too. Some students finish the course within 3 years and some are finished within 3 and half year. As for normal course is 4 years.

Tuition Fee

They tuition fee, they count it by credits, one credit for 2,000 baths except the major subject for Computer Graphics and Multimedia, one credit for 3,000 baths. In one year, we have two semesters and summer course.
First Semester (August-December)                                                     43,500
Second Semester (January – May)                                                      43,500
Summer Course (June- July) (3 subjects)                                            19,450
_________________________________________________________
Total for the Tuition Fee for a Year:                                               106,450

(Sample) First Semester Registration Fee
Tuition + Lab Fees 18 Credit + Lab 700                                             36,700
Electricity 6 subject                                                                                   1,500
Instructional Service and Activity Fee                                                     5,300
                                                                                                              ________
                                                                                                                  43,500

Essential School Supplies and Travel
- Books, stationery and essential equipment                                   THB 10,000
- Uniforms                                                                                             THB 2,500
- Passport and Visa related costs                                                     THB 1900
- Daily travel to University                                                                    THB 5,000
- Travel for research/ academic assignments                                   THB 5,000
____________________________________________________________________
Total Essential School Supplies and Travel                            THB 24,400

Rent, Water, Electricity Cost
12 months @ THB 3,700                                           THB 44,400
Food, Living Expenses
12 months @ THB 4,500                                           THB 54,000
Total Expenditure
12 months at THB 8,200                                            THB 98,400
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Total one Year expense:                                        THB 229,250


General:
At BUIC, there are about 8 Burmese Students and 10 Scholarship Burmese students who are currently studying. 3 students are Shan, others Kachin, Karen, Mon, Rakaing and Barman. However, we have contact whether a Scholarship students or not.

Education at BUIC
Teachers are both Thai and Foreigner. Mostly, they graduated with a PhD. Mostly, they have experiences in Teaching just a few people didn’t have much experiences in teaching.

Living area
The place that nearby at the University is very expensive. It is start from 6,000 baht above. So we stay a bit far from University, it cost about 3,000-4,000 baht. However, we can accompany to help the new scholar students.



For more information: http://www.bu.ac.th

Institute of International Studies Ramkhamhaeng University

Institute of International Studies Ramkhamhaeng University

These international programs for Bachelor Degree are offered in Bangkok.
- Full-time program: Week days 9am - 4pm
- Evening/weekend program: 2 evenings 5pm - 8pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am - 4pm

The semester system follows academic year:
- First Semester: June-Octorber
- Second Semester: November – March
- Summer Session: April and May


Bachelor Degree Programs:
For any bachelor program, the exact amount to pay depends on the number of courses and credits taken in the respective semester. The fee per credit is in the English Program 1,000 Baht, in the Chinese Program 800 Baht. Below you see how much our students have to pay per semester when studying the courses offered in the regular schedule:

B.A. (English)                                                                                           about 32,000THB/sem.
B.A. (Mass Communication Technology)                                             about 35,000 THB/sem.
B.B.A. Bachelor in Business Administration (English Program)        about 32,000 THB/sem.
B.B.A. Bachelor in Business Administration (Chinese Program)       about 25,000 THB/sem.
Administrative fee per re-examination                                                    1,500 THB

Studying additional courses, for example for graduating earlier, increases the tuition fee for the respective semester by the tuition fee for each additional course.


Bachelor of Arts in English Language

English language serves as a key in global transition towards the new millennium, which is changing in our knowledge-based society. Based on this situation, we are able to obtain more knowledge through current documents or information from various sources. Majority of attainable and available information is written in the English language hence, it is the major communication language. English is essential for understanding the conceptualization of international information and documents. The goal of the program is to prepare quality students who will graduate with a fluent knowledge in English language. Students in this program will be exposed to the use of new education innovations so that they will be able to respond to job markets not only in the government or private sectors, but in international organizations as well.
Within this program, students can choose their minor, which consists of ten 3-credit courses. It can be taken either in the field of English language, business administration, or mass communication technology.

Program Structure
Course                                                                                     Credits
1. General Education Courses                                                  45
2. Major Education Courses                                                      57
3. Minor Requirement Courses                                                 30
4. Free Elective Courses                                                           12
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    Total                                                                                      144


Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication Technology

The goal of the program is to prepare quality students who will graduate with the new knowledge in mass communication technology. The program's students will be practiced in the use of new technologies, so that the graduated students will be able to respond to the job market not only in the official sector, but also in the private sector.

In modern times, mass communication projects have developed alongside the expansion of business and industry. Each project in the course of development, has needed authoritative sources of advice and know-how on mass communication technologies, but the available resources have not kept pace with demand.

Changing global business environment and changing international political economy are the key factors for the increasing recognition of the important role of mass communication subjects. The Thai constitution has provided many classification policies for the radio and television industries. As a result, the demand for professionals in each field of mass communication technologies will increase. Our reviewed program (reviewed 2005) can help not only to reduce the excess demand, but also to prepare a pool of graduates ready to facilitate the three most important fields of mass communication resources for people everywhere.

There are three majors offered:
1. Integrated Communication Studies
2. Multimedia Journalism
3. Radio and Television Broadcasting

The program of study leading to the degree in the Bachelor of Arts program in each major requires 144 credits of course work as follows :

General Education Courses                                                           45 credits
Major Education Courses                                                               90 credits
Core Courses                                                                                  15 credits
Major Requirement Courses                                                          51 credits
Minor Requirement Courses                                                          25 credits
Free Elective Courses                                                                      9 credits

Bachelor of Business Administration in English program and Chinese program

With the advancement of technology, the increase in globalization and the ever-changing nature of the global business environment, competitiveness in business is crucial for survival and success. Due to such high expectations in business, students must be able to recognize opportunities as they emerge, develop sound strategies to take advantage of them, and successfully implement these strategies. The goal of the program is to prepare quality students who will graduate with advanced knowledge in business administration technology. Students in this program will be exposed to the use of new technology, so that graduated students will be able to respond to job markets not only in official sectors, but also in the private sectors.

Four majors are offered:
1. B.B.A (Money and Banking)
2. B.B.A (General Management)
3. B.B.A (International Business)
4. B.B.A (Marketing)

The program of study leading to the degree in the Bachelor of Business Administration program in each major requires 142 credits of course work as follows :

Course                                                                                     Credits
1. General Education Courses                                                 37
2. Business Core Courses                                                       45
3. Major Courses                                                                       48
4. Free Elective Courses                                                         12



Payment should be expected following costs:
a) One-time Payment for First Registration
   - Registration fee for new students 2,000 THB
   - Student ID card               60 THB
   - Application Fee            800 THB

b) Tuition Fee per Semester
   - Academic fee per semester 5,000 THB
   - Academic fee per summer session
     (since it is shorter than a semester)               3,000 THB
   - Examination fee per semester 2,200 THB

c) Tuition Fee per Subject (based on the number of credits)
   - Tuition fee per credit (English Program)        1,000 THB
   - Tuition fee per credit (Chinese Program)           800 THB
   - Course materials and handout fee per subject 500 THB
   - Example: A 3-credit course is 3 x 1,000 THB plus 500 THB for handouts, i.e. 3,500 THB.



Transfer of Credits:
The fee for the transfer of credits earned at other universities into any program is 1,500 THB per credit. The fee for the transfer of credits earned at Ramkhamhaeng University into any program is 1,000 THB per credit.

Apply to IIS Ramkhamhaeng University:
The step-by-step process leading you to your registration is as follows:
Step 1
After you decided which program you want to study, you send a completed Application Form with the attachments required in the Application Process to IIS-RU. Please note the different options for applicants from within Thailand and from outside Thailand in the Application Process.

Step 2
After your application is accepted, you will receive a Letter of Admission. Students from outside Thailand use this letter to receive a student visa at the Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate in their country.

Step 3
On the day of registration according to the Application Schedule for each semester, you will do your Entrance Examination. Please check whether you might be exempt from taking the Entrance Examination.

Step 4
The last step is your registration according to the Registration Process. You will register for each further semester again. So please note that the tuition fee depends on the number of courses you register for in each semester and, therefore, may be different from term to term. For your first registration, you will receive the information from the IIS-RU office. For all further semesters, please request the exact amount of money to pay at the office.

Step 5
Welcome to your studies! Make friends among fellow students from all over the world and enjoy the individual attention of your international professors. Be active in class and take the most out of one of the most international academic degree programs on the world ... develop to your fullest!



More Information: Visit Ramkhamhaeng University

Download Application Form

Monday, November 19, 2012

Obama speech at University of Yangon - DVB Live

Obama speech at University of Yangon
From: DVB Live

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Shan party receives advice letter from Shan students


Shan party receives advice letter from Shan students



Shan Nationalities League for Democracy (SNLD) obtained a letter sent by Shan university students in Bangkok showing their supports and recommendations for the party, according to SNLD’s spokesperson Sai Leik.
“We received the letter yesterday and we really appreciate to obtain such kind of recommendations from young students,” Sai Leik said, adding that this is a good example for all Shan students inside and outside the country.
“We do understand that they exercise their rights to express their concerns for our party and especially for Shan people,” he continued, “we are open to any criticism and would like to let people know that their suggestions and recommendations are more than welcomed.”
The letter was sent by a student group called Shan University Students-Bangkok (SUS-BKK), founded in 2011 and comprised of over 40 students from different universities such as Rangsit University International College, Bangkok University International College, Ramkhamheang University, Chulalongkorn University, Mahachulalongkorn University, Assumption University and Shinnawatra University in Bangkok, Thailand.
Nang Korn Kham, SUS-BKK’s Chairperson, said they sent the letter to SNLD for two main reasons; to express their concerns for the health of Shan leader Hkun Htun Oo and to wish him well, and to express their thoughts and voices as SNLD represents the people of Shan State.
“Since we think that the current phase is a crucial time in Burma’s political transition or turning point, we as the students and youth of Shan State would like to send message to our leaders that we do concern for the future of the people of Shan State and Burma,” said Nang Korn Kham.
She added that they knew the party’s leaders might have already been aware of their recommendations. “But we would like to raise our voices, contribute our participation, and give them encouragement,” she said, hoping that SNLD would take their voices and concerns into deep consideration.
Sai Leik said that they would take these recommendations into serious consideration and would try their best to better serve the people needs and rights.  ”We also need the help of young educated people inside and outside the country to work together for our national cause,” he said.
According to the spokesperson, the letter stated that as SNLD has re-registered as a political party, it should prepare and campaign not only for the Shan people in Shan State but also for Shan people living in Thailand as well. The letter mentioned that the party should develop strategy in using different media platforms like print, online, multimedia and social network like Facebook to reach the mass audience, Sai Leik said.
Concerning with those students’ suggestions to use multimedia for the campaign, Sai Leik said, SNLD is planning to publish a news journal and to use multimedia techniques like making VCDs and using online media to reach and educate people about their policy and standpoints.
Students also urged SNLD to consider promoting education opportunity for young people to be able to study not only in Burma but also in foreign countries in different fields of study. The letter stated that it would be better if SNLD could have scholarship program supporting students in every township in Shan State and offering internship programs for students, said Sai Leik.
As SNLD just started re-building, re-organizing the party and setting up new offices, Sai Leik said, it might be a bit difficult to offer any internship and scholarship programs at the moment because they are still in the process of forming temporary Central Executive Committee and recruiting party members. After that they would be able to provide for students, he said.
SNLD was instructed by the Election Commission that it needs to get at least one thousand members in three months after getting permission to run as a political party. Now they have two months left to recruit the quota and send to the Commission.
SNLD won 23 seats in the 1990 election, in which it was the second largest winner after National League for Democracy (NLD). Its leaders including Chairman Hkun Htun Oo and general secretary Sai Nyunt Lwin and other seven Shan leaders were arrested and put into jails for many years for boycotting the National Convention in 2005. After their leaders were released from prisons in an amnesty granted by President Thein Sein, SNLD re-registered as a political party.

Monday, November 12, 2012

Scholarships in Shan

Scholarships in Shan



AEC conference for Shan People, Chiangmai

AEC conference for Shan People, Chiangmai


 

SUS Regular Meeting at Bangkok University on 11 Nov, 2012

SUS Holding Regular Meeting at Bangkok University on 11,Nov, 2012



SUS Regular Meeting on 21,Oct, 2012

SUS Holding Regular Meeting at Rangsit University on 21,Oct, 2012


Rangsit International College

Rangsit University International College (RIC)

RIC enlightens its students with modern and uniquely designed programs to maximize each student’s potential. Our balanced and interdisciplinary programs enable students to effectively compete in the world of today and tomorrow. Cross-cultural learning, leadership development, and professional skills are all part of the international degree students will earn during their time at Rangsit University International College.


For More Information
http://ric.rsu.ac.th/



Sunday, November 11, 2012

Myanmar Study Abroad



From: http://myanmarstudyabroad.org/


  • APPLY NOW FOR THE SUPPLEMENTARY GRANTS PROGRAM ASIA (SGPA) SCHOLARSHIP>>
  • Posted 29 October 2012
  • The Supplementary Grant Program Asia (SGPA) offers supplementary grants to students from Myanmar to study at accredited university programs outside of Myanmar. The program is designed to provide additional funds to students who are enrolled in academic programs in accredited colleges, universities, and community colleges leading to a degree (B.A., M.A., PhD, etc). NEW applications are invited until 15 March 2013. Applications for CONTINUED funding are advised to wait until the release of the SGPA Application for Continued Funding.
  • APPLY NOW FOR THE MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCHOLARSHIP>>
  • Posted 16 October 2012
  • The Master of Public Health Scholarship supports medical practitioners from Myanmar to pursue Master’s degrees in Public Health or Master’s degrees in Health Social Science at universities within Thailand or the Philippines.  Qualified applicants are advised to apply to both the university and the scholarship program. The scholarship application deadline is 6 January 2013.
  • APPLY NOW FOR THE ASIA PACIFIC SCHOLARSHIP CONSORTIUM>>
  • Posted 3 October 2012
  • The Asia Pacific Consortium Scholarship (APSC) is an integrated scholarship program that supports emerging civil society leaders from Myanmar, Cambodia, Lao PDR and Thailand with full scholarships to pursue master’s degrees in the top social science programs in the Asia Pacific Region. APSC is pleased to invite applications from qualified individuals. The application deadline is 15 November 2012.
  • APPLY NOW FOR THE CETANA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP >>
  • Posted 21 September 2012
  • The Cetana Educational Foundation Scholarship Program is now accepting scholarship applications from current Myanmar residents seeking to help develop social services or human resources within Myanmar. Scholars will study at universities in Thailand, primarily for granting of Master’s degrees, and in the United States, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The application deadline is 30 September 2012 or 1 May 2013 (Asian Institute of Technology only).
  • APPLY NOW FOR THE HONG KONG UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP >>
  • Posted 17 Jun 2012
  • The HKUG scholarship Program is now accepting scholarship applications from Myanmar nationals who wish to pursue a Bachelor degree in Hong Kong! Successful applicants will study at one of six prestigious universities in Hong Kong. The application deadline is 4 November 2012.
  • APPLY NOW FOR THE UPEACE ASIA LEADERS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP >>
  • Posted 11 Jun 2012
  • The UPEACE Asia Leaders Program is now accepting scholarship applications from students from Myanmar who wish to pursue a Master’s degree in a peace-related field! A total of 30 scholarships will be awarded this year, and students will have the opportunity to study in both the Philippines and Costa Rica. The application deadline is 17 Sept 2012.
  • EXAM PREPARATION OUTREACH PROGRAM (EPOP) >>
  • Posted 4 Jun 2012
  • Do you need help studying and preparing for university entrance exams such as TOEFL, IELTS, and GED? Check out EPOP for free diagnostic testing, exam preparation, and more! EPOP will begin accepting new applications in July for upcoming university and scholarship preparation programs.



From: http://myanmarstudyabroad.org/


SUS Regular Meeting on 20,Aug,2012

SUS Holding Regular Meeting at Ramkhamhang University on 20,Aug,2012





Monday, October 22, 2012

About Shan University Students (Bangkok)


Shan University Students (Bangkok)

We the Shan University Students (Bangkok) was founded on 21st August 2011, as the numbers of Shan students are growing in number, who are residing and studying at various universities in Bangkok and greater areas.





Eligible to be a member Rule: 
• A member must not to concern with (addictive) drugs crime and trafficking
• A member prohibit using the name of the group to make personal and individual profits
• No discrimination regardless of gender, religion and personal background
• A member has to be enrolling in university or graduate

Vision: Our vision is to create a better and higher education in Shan society.
Mission: We, Shan University Students (Bangkok), are sharing information, networking and promoting social development.

Objectives: 
• To share information, knowledge and experiences. 
• To build and strengthen relationship among Shan students.
• To have a networking with civil organization, CBOs, NGOs and other student groups.
• To lead and participate social activities.