Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Microbiology)
PhD Degree
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Duration
3 years
Study Format
On Campus
No. of Student Mentors
59
Total Tuition Fees
50,000 THB
Free consultation for this program
We are ready to help you with your difficulties and processing.
Duration
3 years
Study Format
On Campus
No. of Student Mentors
59
Total Tuition Fees
50,000 THB
Program
Key information
University
Program structure
Tuition fees
Admissions
Possible Career Pathway
Student's testimonials
F&Qs
ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
The total number of credits for the whole program should not be less than 72 credits for those who graduated from a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Diploma, whilst those with a Master’s Degree or Postgraduate Diploma should attempt a minimum of 50 credits.
The degree can be divided into two types
1). Type 1 is a research oriented program which expands academic knowledge into new areas. The program may assign the study of some courses or non-credits courses but the results should be up to the standard specified by the program.
• Type1.1 For those holding a Master’s Degree or equivalent or a Postgraduate Diploma, required to complete a minimum of 50 credits for a thesis.
2). Type 2 is a research oriented program which requires the students to complete a thesis that is highly academically qualified, and there should be coursework.
• Type 2.1 Those holding a Master’s Degree or equivalent or a Postgraduate Diploma are required to complete a minimum of 36 credits for a thesis, and study other coursework 14 credits for minimum.
• Type 2.2 Those holding a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent are required to complete a minimum of 48 credits for a thesis, and study other course work 24 credits for minimum.
KEY INFORMATION
Degree
PhD
Language
English
Location
Khon Kaen
Start Date
09 August
Study Format
On Campus
Duration
3 years
Program Highlight
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Total Semester
6
Total Tuition Fees
50,000 THB Per Semester
Application deadline
Jul 2025
ABOUT UNIVERSITY
123 Village No. 16 Mittraphap Rd., Nai-Muang, Muang District, Khon Kaen, Thailand 40002 Thailand
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Programs
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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
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Type 1.1
- Required subjects: 7a credits (not counted)
- Dissertation: 50 credits
- Total credits (not less than): 50 credits
Type 2.1
- Required subjects: 8b credits
- Elective subjects (not less than): 6 credits
- Dissertation: 36 credits
- Total credits (not less than): 50 credits
Type 2.2
- Required subjects: 14b credits
- Elective subjects (not less than): 10 credits
- Dissertation: 48 credits
- Total credits (not less than): 72 credits
a Register with not-counted credits for 6 subjects, including:
- MD627 994 Seminar in Medical Microbiology: 2(2-0-4)
- MD627 101 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research I: 1(1-0-2)
- MD627 102 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research II: 1(1-0-2)
- MD627 103 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research III: 1(1-0-2)
- MD627 104 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research IV: 1(1-0-2)
- MD627 105 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research V: 1(1-0-2)
b Register with not-counted credits for 4 subjects, including:
- MD627 102 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research II: 1(1-0-2)
- MD627 103 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research III: 1(1-0-2)
- MD627 104 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research IV: 1(1-0-2)
- MD627 105 Peer Review in Medical Microbiology Research V: 1(1-0-2)
TUITION FEES
Tuition fees
50,000 THB / Per Semester
Application fees
1,200 THB
Application fee cannot be refunded.
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ADMISSIONS PROCESS
• Number of student accepted/year: 3-5 persons
• Qualifications of the applicants: the applicant must hold a Master’s degree in
microbiology or other science-related discipline and have a grade point average of not less than 3.25; or hold a Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or other science-related or be a senior student in a Bachelor of Science program with an expected grade point average of not less than 3.25
• GPA not less than 3.25
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).