ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

The Master of Science in Public Health Sciences program, offered by Chulalongkorn's College of Public Health Sciences (CPHS), is a multidisciplinary curriculum based on scientifically based research in Herbal Sciences, Biomolecular Technology, Protein Modifications, and Traditional Medicines.

This in-house, semester-based program provides various types and durations of study to respond to students' needs as follows:

1. Scientific researches on safety, efficacy and quality of herbal medicines

Herbology: herbal materials authentication using botanical, chemical and molecular techniques;

Pharmacognostic specification of herbal materials with special reference to chemically active substances; biological activities of herbal materials;

Qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques in herbal sciences;

Aromatherapy: chemistry of essential oils and their therapeutic effects; extraction and chemical characterization of essential oils;

Traditional medicine:

In vitro investigation of safety, efficacy and quality of herbal remedy (examples of Herbal Sciences are plants, animals or minerals

Extraction, isolation or purification of natural products from medicinal plants or some microorganisms.

Chemistry of essential oils and their therapeutic effects.

Standardization of herbal drugs

Biological activities and underlying mechanisms of medicinal plants

Development of natural-based products

2. Biomolecular technology

High quality research in the field of molecular biology including basic knowledge in cellular and particle structures and functions of the cells; gene functions of cells, genetic materials, gene and gene functions; basic molecular biology techniques which may be used to study living organisms, using malaria as a case study model

Biomolecular technology in infectious diseases

In vitro cultivation and drug susceptibility test of malaria parasites

DNA analysis and gene mutations by using molecular techniques

Proteins analysis

Genetic variation of organisms

Gene diversity

3. Protein modifications

Development of new bioconjugation techniques based on organic chemistry using some modified biomolecules for in vitro or in vivo studies.

KEY INFORMATION

Degree

Master

Language

English

Location

Bangkok

Start Date

31 August

Study Format

On Campus

Duration

2 years

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Total Semester

Total Tuition Fees

117,700 THB (Approx) Per Semester

Application deadline

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ABOUT UNIVERSITY

Chulalongkorn University

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EduRank Ranking 229

Programs

Students

1,000,000

For over a century, Chulalongkorn University is committed to be at the forefront of higher education, delivering quality education and professionalism.As Thailand’s first institution of higher learning, Chulalongkorn University has dedicated itself as the center for academic learning and professional excellence. The university’s mission and commitment to public service uphold the visions of the university’s founder, King Rama VI, who established Chulalongkorn University as a tribute to his father, King Rama V. Whether through the pursuit and development of knowledge, or the application and dissemination of learned concepts, Chulalongkorn University works to empower students with professional know-how and research skills, as well as preserve the arts, culture, and values. Added to the academic learning is the university’s commitment to instill in Chula graduates a sense of morality, social responsibility, and service to society. As Thailand’s leading university, Chulalongkorn University aims to be a model institute of education, setting the standard as a university of innovations for society. The university focuses itself on three social development core principles: preparing

future leaders, developing impactful research and innovations, and advocating social sustainability. Chulalongkorn University has 19 faculties, and 24 schools, colleges, and institutes, and 7,996 faculty members. Currently, there are over 40,000 students, including more than 28,000 undergraduate and 12,000 postgraduate students.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Plan A1 (Non-Coursework):

• Thesis: 36 credits

Plan A2 (Coursework + Thesis):

• Core Courses of Public Health Sciences: 9 credits

• Compulsory Course for the Branch: 9 credits

• Elective Courses: 6 credits

• Thesis: 12 credits

Total: 36 credits

TUITION FEES

Tuition fees

117,700 THB (Approx) / Per Semester

Application fees

500 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

Qualifications:

• Applicant must have at least a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with the GPA higher than 2.5, or 70 % performance (out of 100%), or at least being during the last term of his/her study.

• Applicant whose English is not first language/ Bachelor's degree was not taught in English/ who is from a country other than New Zealand, USA, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada has to pass an English language proficiency test according to criteria announced by the Academic Policy Board.

• The TOEFL, IELTS and CU-TEP (Chulalongkorn University Test of English Proficiency) are the only three English proficiency tests accepted by Chulalongkorn University. The entrance score and exit score are as follows, TOEFL 400, 450; IELTS 3.0, 4.0; CU-TEP 30, 45.

Application form (print out) or DOCX File

Statement of purpose and area(s) of interest (1 page)

Three recent 2x2 inch photograph ( white Background)Jpeg or PNG File

A copy of transcript record for your Bachelor’s degree and/or any higher degree(s) obtained (certificate/transcript/grade-sheet) from your previous university.

Report of English test score (one or the other)

- CU-TEP

- IELTS

- TOEFL

- Scholarship Recommendation Letter

- Graduated from University where certify by OCSC** <<Click here

A copy of your identification document (passport/ Thai identification card).

Possible Career Pathway

Being a lecturer at university

Being a researcher at company

Being an entrepreneur

Health & Health Science Expert (NGO /INGO)

Project Manager International Health Organization

Get Promo for Team Leader/Director (Health Section)

Working in public sectors (eg Ministry of Public Health, Hospitals)

Working in private sectors (eg pharmacy company, herbal supplement factory)

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FAQs

Question :

What are the application periods for graduate programs?

Answer :

Application periods for graduate programs are usually from February–May for the fall semester and September–October for the spring semester.

Question :

How can I request a visa termination letter?

Answer :

To request a visa termination letter, you can contact your program coordinator and submit your passport and transcript.

Question :

How can I apply to return home temporarily to continue my studies online?

Answer :

You can contact your academic advisor to get approval from the dean of your faculty.

Question :

What are the scholarships available for international students?

Answer :

Some programs offer scholarships to international students, including full scholarships covering tuition and special fees for the first academic year.

Question :

Is it difficult to enter Chulalongkorn University?

Answer :

The Chulalongkorn University acceptance rate is 45%. The low acceptance rate implies that is it really difficult to get selected into the university. with an acceptance rate of 45%, only 1 out of 2 applicants are selected into the university, making it competitive to get selected into the Chulalongkorn University.

"Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Public Health Sciences Program - College of Public Health Sciences (CPHS)"

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

KEY INFORMATION

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

TUITION FEES

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Possible Career Pathway

STUDENT's TESTIMONIALS

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