ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

1. To produce graduates with morals, ethics, knowledge, academic ethics, leadership, and public interest responsibility, as well as being a good role model for the organization, society, nation, and region

2. To produce graduates who profoundly understand concepts and theories of Public Administration and have the ability to analyze and apply the knowledge for interpretation and systematically synthesis for effective modern management at all levels, as well as being able to manage instructions, research, and development

3. To produce graduates with modern management skills consistent with the current context, including the ability to select appropriate techniques and administrative tools along with the use of research bases, analytical thinking, and systematic synthesis

4. To produce graduates with good human relationships in their organizations and communities, attitude, the ability to coordinate, collaborate, and work with diverse sectors and individuals, and the ability to communicate creatively in academic and public communication based on public administration concepts and theories

5. To produce graduates who think analytically and design data, information, and charts presentations by using information technology efficiently and effectively

KEY INFORMATION

Degree

Master

Language

English

Location

Khon Kaen

Start Date

09 August

Study Format

On Campus

Duration

2 years

Program Highlight

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Total Semester

Total Tuition Fees

34,000 THB Per Semester

Application deadline

Jul 2025

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

Northeastern University, Khon Kaen

123 Village No. 16 Mittraphap Rd., Nai-Muang, Muang District, Khon Kaen, Thailand 40002 Thailand

Asia Ranking 2025

EduRank Ranking 3517

Programs

Students

39,851

Khon Kaen University (KKU) was established as the major university in the northeastern part of Thailand in 1964 and has since devoted itself to becoming one of the top universities in Thailand. The university’s major mission is to prepare future global citizens to work in a continually changing world. KKU’s strategic goal is to be recognized both internationally and regionally as a leading university in research. KKU currently has more than 40,000 students studying in 19 faculties, 3 colleges 1 school, and 2 campuses.

Khon Kaen University has continually developed as of the date of foundation until today. The success of development and administration can be divided into 3 periods as follows:

First Period: Foundation and expansion of the university

Second Period: Development and building of bodies of knowledge

Third Period: The age of research university and leading research university

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Plan A1 (Research-Based)

1. Mandatory Courses

• Non-credit mandatory course

• No credited courses required.

2. Thesis

• Thesis – 36 credits

Total Credits for Plan A1: 36 credits

Plan A2 (Research + Coursework)

1. Mandatory Courses

• Credited mandatory course – 18 credits

2. Elective Courses

• Elective courses – 6 credits

3. Thesis

• Thesis – 12 credits

Total Credits for Plan A2: 36 credits

TUITION FEES

Tuition fees

34,000 THB / Per Semester

Application fees

1,200 THB

Application fee cannot be refunded.

Available Scholarships

Find scholarships suited to your goals. We’ll help you with the application process to secure the support you need.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Be qualified according to Khon Kaen University regulations year 2016, Section 5, Item 26.2, or under the later revised Khon Kaen University regulations

Hold a Bachelor's degree in any field of study from an institution accredited by the Civil Service Commission

Possible Career Pathway

N/A

STUDENT's TESTIMONIALS

FAQs

Question :

I am KKU student and get Non-ED Visa for a year, do I have to make the notification of staying in Thailand over 90 days?

Answer :

Students who have been granted a Non Immigration Visa for a temporary stay in Thailand and intend to stay longer than 90 days must report every 90 days at Khon Kaen immigration in person.

Question :

I left Thailand for a week to visit my family and return on 28th April 2019, my friend said I have to report the immigration in person within 48 hrs, right?

Answer :

Yes, students have to report within 48 hrs. after returning to Thailand at the immigration in person to maintain their notification of residence.

Question :

If I miss the report after returning to Thailand within 48 hrs., what will happen to me?

Answer :

The record information of your residence will be shown as the address you made the first 90-day report at the immigration. For example, you graduated from University A in Bangkok and moved to Khon Kaen for studying doctoral Degree. The first notification of a 90-day report made in Bangkok so the recorded residence information is in Bangkok. You visited hometown and missed the 48-hr. report after returning to Thailand. When you make the 90-day report at KK immigration, the information of your residence is in Bangkok. Therefore, you have to pay for the fine. In case your first notification of a 90-day report made in Khon Kaen, there is no problem.

Question :

If I travel to another province in Thailand, do I have to report at the immigration?

Answer :

No, the landlord or house owner (hotel or house you are staying with during your traveling) will report immigration.

Question :

What are the tuition fees and living expenses?

Answer :

Tuition fees vary depending on the program and level of study. For instance, international undergraduate programs at KKU International College have specific tuition rates. KKU INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE The estimated monthly cost of living ranges from 8,000 to 15,000 THB (approximately 266 to 500 USD).

Master of Public Administration (Program Public Administration)

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

KEY INFORMATION

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

TUITION FEES

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Possible Career Pathway

STUDENT's TESTIMONIALS

FAQs