Mahidol University International College

Bachelor of Arts in Animation Production

The Animation Production Major offers a core education in animation creation and production, supplemented by a variety of hands-on courses in the art. As they progress in their studies, students are challenged not only to conceptualize shows, write scripts and create storyboards but also to plan and execute animation productions, a process in which they assume the roles of director, producer, camera person, sound engineer, editor, and animator. The courses are taught within the context of aesthetics, history, theory and personal expression by a professional faculty that includes specialists in animation and visiting experts in the field.

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Design

Communication Design is a studio art program that provides a strong foundation in general design principles, theories, and skills. Its majors are visual thinkers who not only engage in critical analysis and innovation but also have access to the latest state-of-the-art computer software in order to communicate their ideas, images, and messages to targeted audiences. In addition, they gain practical experience by being actively involved in a community of professionals whose practice keeps pace with contemporary society, technology, and culture.

Career Opportunities

Communication Design graduates will have developed a professional portfolio of personally directed design work in preparation for either graduate studies or a career in advertising agencies, publication or graphic design, exhibitions, interior design or architecture, in-house art and design or interactive, multimedia and web production.... [-]

Bachelor of Arts in Film Production

The Film Production Major offers a core education in film creation and production, supplemented by a variety of hands-on courses in the art. As they progress in their studies, students are challenged not only to conceptualize films, write scripts and create storyboards but also to plan and execute the production of a film, a process in which they assume the roles of director, producer, camera person, sound engineer and editor. The courses are taught within the context of aesthetics, history, theory and personal expression by a professional faculty that includes specialists in film production and visiting experts in the field.

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Bachelor of Arts in Social Science

All students in the Social Science major take a set of common core courses designed to introduce them to the elements of theory and methodology in the Social Sciences, in addition to an exploration of various issues and aspects of the modern world. They are also expected to conduct some independent research and write a dissertation in the chosen subject area. Students also have the opportunity to attend and help organize MUIC Social Science conferences and to participate in seminar discussions. The whole program is subject to regular review so that course materials and content can be improved. Critical and original thinking are encouraged and a consultative relationship between faculty members and students is fostered.... [-]

Bachelor of Arts in Television Production

The Television Production Major offers a core education in television creation and production, supplemented by a variety of hands-on courses in the art. As they progress in their studies, students are challenged not only to conceptualize television shows, write scripts and create storyboards but also to plan and execute their production, a process in which they assume the roles of director, producer, camera person, sound engineer and editor. The courses are taught within the context of aesthetics, history, theory and personal expression by a professional faculty that includes specialists in film production and visiting experts in the field.... [-]

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business Economics

The Business Economics Major is based on the economic foundations and developments that have occurred in this subject area over the last several decades. Business Economics majors will be well-equipped in both the micro and the macro aspects of economics and their analytical applications to the operational aspects of any business in any particular industry. The curriculum not only provides students with a solid foundation in economics but also prepares them with the tools to better understand the business environment, its market structures and the strategies necessary to compete in a global business world.

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Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance

The Finance Major strongly emphasizes corporate finance and financial investment that facilitates the development of financial markets, improvement in corporate governance and financial strategies in emerging economies. The curriculum furnishes Finance majors with the necessary knowledge in econometrics, accounting, financial analysis, risk management, banking operations and corporate governance. The courses are further tailored to provide students with practical skills and an in-depth understanding of the application of financial theories in both the monetary and corporate investment systems, which are further developed through internships and research.... [-]

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Information Systems

In response to the unprecedented transformation of communication technology, the Information Systems Major provides its students with essential skills in managing the effective use of modern technology for both organizations and individuals. A well-designed curriculum that explores networking, programming, hardware and software applications and their implementation enables students to gain an in-depth understanding of the relevance of technology for organizational operations and social trends. The expectation is that Information Systems majors will be equipped with the expertise to succeed in their chosen field of information technology.... [-]

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Business

Given the rapid and ever-increasing developments in globalization, the International Business Major has become one of the most popular academic programs at MUIC, particularly since it explores all facets of operating a business internationally. The curriculum offers a wide range of business issues and concerns in the areas of economics, trade, finance, marketing, human resources, operations, legal issues, ethics, import and export, the impact on foreign direct investment (FDI) as well as global business competition and co-operation. Business negotiations and international business management are emphasized in such a way as to provide students with a greater insight into global leadership development and identifying alternative approaches for entering various markets worldwide.... [-]

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Hospitality Management

TheInternational hospitality industry is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic in the world, particularly in Thailand where tourism has enormous importance for both the public and private sectors. In line with industry needs, the focus of the Tourism and Hospitality Management (THM) major is the critical interface between theory and practice, clearly demonstrated by the curriculum’s strong vocational nature, its analytical approach to this global industry and its commitment to sustainable development.

At M.U.I.C., the integration of faculty expertise, industry links and state-of-the-art facilities provides the most comprehensive training environment in Thailand, especially with the on-campus Salaya Hotel and Training Center where students gain insights into the management of a live hotel and experience real-life situations, functions, guests and conferences.... [-]

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing

The Marketing Major provides students with relevant marketing skills, a crucial component of any business which includes conducting research to learn about the needs of customers, developing new products or refining existing ones, setting prices, determining where products should be sold and promoting the product to the final users. The curriculum furnishes Marketing majors with a sound foundation in the basics of marketing, consumer behavior and marketing research before advancing to the higher level modules of different marketing strategy courses. Students learn how to analyze situations and implement strategies under different market environments through lectures, class discussions, case studies, and projects.... [-]

Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics

Mathematics, an indispensable tool for understanding the world around us, is the study of and search for patterns that permeate almost every aspect of our lives. It is the language of modern science and essential for those who want to understand the important scientific developments of our time. The Applied Mathematics Major offers a curriculum that provides students with the tools and analytical skills to deal with the most abstract concepts and their application in a multiplicity of other disciplines.

Career Opportunities

Bilingual and multilingual Applied Mathematics majors enjoy a wide range of career opportunities, even in areas where the application of mathematics may not be obvious. Apart from careers in teaching and the sciences, opportunities exist in insurance companies, industry, and commerce, economics, IT-related professions, genetics, meteorology, and forestry.... [-]

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

The Biological Sciences Major offers quality education which prepares its students for entry into a wide variety of occupations, including professional and advanced research degree programs. The curriculum offers courses that are surprisingly diverse and challenging for a college the size of M.U.I.C. Required courses emphasize the basic principles required for all advanced biological science programs whose content covers every field, from environmental science, population biology and regulatory biology to cell and molecular biology.

The program offers three modules: Biology, Biomedical Science and Biotechnology.

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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

The Chemistry Major reflects and is built on the changes that have occurred in the discipline over the last few decades. Chemistry majors are taught with full rigor the essential but key subjects of General, Organic, Inorganic, Analytical and Physical Chemistry. One trimester is allotted for mandatory Quantum Mechanics. Reflecting the modern trends of chemistry, students can orient their preference by selecting elective courses in physical, biological or even industrial/applied chemistry.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for Chemistry majors include lucrative positions with pharmaceutical companies, research positions in all fields of science and industry as well as graduate studies. Governmental positions at the local, state and national levels are also available. In addition, chemists are engaged in a large number of related fields such as medicine, dentistry, law, education, administration, technical sales, scientific journalism and the illustrative arts.... [-]

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering is the discipline that embodies the science and technology of design, construction, implementation, and maintenance of software and hardware components of modern computing systems and computer-controlled equipment. Although computer engineering has been traditionally viewed as a combination of computer science and electrical engineering, it has evolved over the past three decades as a separate but closely related discipline. The Computer Engineering Major offers its student a curriculum solidly grounded in the theories and principles of computing, mathematics, science, and engineering and applies those theories and principles to solve technical problems through the design of computing hardware, software, networks, and processes.... [-]

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Computer Science consists of a wide range of computing fields, from theoretical foundations to state-of-the-art technology development in large-scale systems and networks, intelligent systems, mobile and Internet programming and more. Students majoring in Computer Science receive a solid grounding in programming, algorithm analysis and design, systems development, information management and computer security. The Computer Science Major offers students the opportunity to explore many areas of interest in terms of theory, software and hardware, which includes microprocessors and computer architecture, computer graphics, database systems, distributed systems, computer networks, numerical analysis, operating systems, programming languages, software engineering, artificial intelligence, including data warehousing and mining, and information technology management.... [-]

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

The Environmental Science Major provides educational and technical services in the field of the environment and natural resource management. The curriculum enables students to address environmental issues in Thailand and to conduct research projects with an aim towards sustainable development. Environmental Science majors engage in a rigorous interdisciplinary approach to measure, quantify, predict and resolve serious environmental threats by integrating knowledge from appropriate disciplines and explore issues such as sensitive habitat protection, ecosystem restoration, global warming, waste management, ground and surface water contamination, pesticide toxicity, resistance and degradation in addition to the effect of environmental stress on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.... [-]

Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology

Food Science and Technology involves the application of a variety of scientific disciplines to food manufacturing, which is the mass production of food products from raw animal and plant materials, utilizing principles of food technology. It is one of the largest industries in Thailand and entails the selection, preservation, processing, packaging, distribution, and use of safe, nutritious and wholesome food. Food Science and Technology majors learn chemistry, microbiology, structure, engineering, safety, and nutrition of food as it is processed, packed, distributed, stored and used and receive rigorous theoretical and practical training in the basic sciences related to food technology.... [-]

Bachelor of Science in Physics

Physics, one of the major basic sciences, essentially focuses on the elements of matter, their interaction, energy, and applications. Physics plays a fundamental role both in the sciences and in the world of technology. The Physics curriculum provides students with the necessary skills to deal with the full range of scientific concepts. An understanding of physics is not only necessary for science students but also useful for social sciences students and anyone interested in the area of human culture.

Career Opportunities

There is a demand for graduates in physics who can contribute to both national development in science and technology and international scientific advancement. Physics majors can work as researchers or laboratory assistants in industrial R&D and government agencies, including hospitals and medical schools. For many Physics majors, undergraduate studies are only a preliminary step to the pursuit of an advanced degree that will lead to a career as an academic, scientist or researcher.... [-]