Certificate in Foundational Linguistics

Payap University, the first private university in Thailand, was established by the Foundation of the Church of Christ in Thailand to bear witness to God’s steadfastness, humanity’s faithfulness, and the concern and support of people for one another.

Payap University strives to adhere to its motto, “TRUTH AND SERVICE” by seeking academic and moral excellence in order to create understanding through the living truth and attitude of service to all.

Students of Payap University must learn self-development, acquire knowledge, and exhibit wisdom. And think creatively. They must develop a capacity for excellence, grow in social responsibility, and work together effectively.

The International College of Payap University provides a wide range of educational levels–from a certificate program to undergrad and graduate programs. With our mission to provide leading international studies to produce global citizens with moral and academic excellence, we expand the boundaries of learning through interdisciplinary teaching and learning and career-integrated curricula.

The International College started its Bachelor’s Degree program in 2003 and as such has had over a decade of experience teaching an international curriculum. Our lecturers perfectly comply with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation’s requirements and have international experience from various countries, including Australia, Britain, Canada, Germany, Korea, Ireland, Japan, Thailand, and the USA. Current students come from all across the globe representing 25 countries, including Australia, Bhutan, Brazil, Canada, China, Philippines, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Zealand, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Swiss, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam, UK, and USA.

Vision

Global learning resource, developing people into global citizens

International learning resources mean learning resources with quality standards that are generally accepted and internationally accepted to enhance knowledge and wisdom through lifelong learning processes.

Developing people to become global citizens means cultivating and developing people to have universal competence in academics, professions and life skills for living and coexisting peacefully in a global society.

Unique

Global Learning Resource Center: Internationalization

Payap University's Internationalism means:

DIVERSITY Increasing the number of international students and staff, as well as ethnic, linguistic, religious and cultural diversity.

INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION & COLLABORATION: International cooperation in all missions, including teaching, research, academic services, and various exchanges.

MOBILITY OF PROGRAMS & STUDENTS : Joint curriculum or joint activities with educational institutions abroad.

SERVICE LEARNING & EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Improving foreign language skills for students and staff, organizing international volunteer camps or community service activities, and learning about different cultures through campus life.

TEACHING & LEARNING PROCESS: Teaching and learning that emphasizes international standards, using teaching media that allow students to learn about international standards, bilingual teaching and learning, and using foreign languages ​​as a medium of instruction.