Ph.D. (Philosophy and Religion)

Assumption University originated from Assumption Commercial College in 1969 as Assumption School of Business. In 1972, it became "Assumption Business Administration College" (ABAC) with approval from the Ministry of Education. It was accredited in 1975 and granted university status in 1990.

It is a non-profit institution administered by the Brothers of St. Gabriel, a Catholic religious order founded in France in 1705. The congregation has run educational institutions in Thailand since 1901. Assumption University is an international community of scholars, enlivened by Christian inspiration, pursuing truth and knowledge through interdisciplinary approaches and cybertechnology.

Vision

Assumption University of Thailand envisions itself as an international community of scholars, enlivened by Christian inspiration, engaged in the pursuit of Truth and Knowledge, and serving human society, especially through the creative use of interdisciplinary approaches and technology. It envisions its graduates as healthy and open-minded persons, characterized by personal integrity, an independent mind, and creative thinking. They are expected to be professionally competent, willing to exercise responsible leadership for economic progress in a just society, and able to communicate effectively with people from other nations and participate in globalization.

Mission

Assumption University, an International Catholic University, is committed to be the light that leads learners and its stakeholders from all parts of the world towards wisdom, Truth, and Christian values and to discover “Treasure Within” themselves. Through effective teaching and research pedagogies of international standards, along with community engagement, the University aims to form individuals to be intellectually competent, morally sound, and spiritually enriching, accountable, righteous, and service-minded citizens who excel in serving communities comprising diverse cultures.