Thammasat University is one of Thailand’s most established public universities, founded in 1934 under the name University of Moral and Political Sciences. It was created after the 1932 transition to constitutional monarchy, with the goal of expanding access to higher education and building civic knowledge in law, governance, and public affairs. Its founding principle centers on democracy, justice, and public responsibility.
The university started with a strong focus on law and political science. Over time, it expanded into a full multidisciplinary institution covering humanities, social sciences, business, economics, science, engineering, medicine, and health sciences. Today it operates as a comprehensive university offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across a wide academic spectrum.
Thammasat University has multiple campuses in Thailand, including Tha Prachan in Bangkok, Rangsit in Pathum Thani, Pattaya, and Lampang. Each campus supports different academic faculties and research centers, allowing the university to serve large student populations and diverse academic fields.
The university has a strong academic reputation in law, political science, economics, business, and social sciences. It is also recognized for research output, public policy influence, and international collaborations with global universities and institutions. Many programs are designed to connect academic learning with real societal and industry needs.
Thammasat plays a significant role in Thailand’s modern history, especially in political development and student movements. It maintains a strong identity focused on civic engagement, ethics, leadership, and social impact. This identity continues to influence its teaching philosophy and institutional culture.
Today, Thammasat University positions itself as a research-driven and socially engaged university that develops graduates with academic knowledge, critical thinking, and responsibility toward society, while also expanding in STEM, innovation, and global education partnerships.
