Unilinks - Gender and Development Studies (GDS)

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

Gender and Development Studies (GDS) develops scholars, analysts and practitioners who can integrate gender approaches in to development planning and management, and conduct original gender and development-related research for advancing development goals, including the Sustainable Development Goals, globally and in Asia. As an academic arm of community-based efforts for gender equality and for the advancement of rights and inclusion of women and individuals of all sexual orientation and gender identity expression, GDS aims to be a center of excellence in gender and development studies by integrating gender equality as a key intellectual perspective and ethical concern in sustainable development.

In the current context of rapid social, economic, technological and environmental changes in Asia, it is imperative tounderstand the effects of change on various sub groups: women, men, indigenous people, different classes, and other socialgroups. Gender and Development Studies (GDS)highlights both the need for specialized academic degree awarding studies in gender and development, and the integration of gender analysis and gender relation perspectives in AIT's other fields of study. GDS offers graduate level course and provides substantial input to student's master and PhD dissertation research. Short courses and workshops are also offered on gender planning and gender analysis in various development fields.

KEY INFORMATION

Degree

Diploma

Language

English

Location

Pathum Thani

Intake Start Date

May 2025

Study Format

On Campus

Duration

1 year

Program Highlight

Standard Program

Total Semester

Total Tuition Fees

524,800 THB (Approx) In Total

Application deadline

Jul 2025

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

Asian Institute of Technology

Asian Institute of Technology, 58 Moo 9, Km. 42, Paholyothin Highway, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand, Khlong Nueng, Pathum Thani 12120 Thailand

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Programs

Students

The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is an international English-speaking postgraduate institution, focusing on engineering, sustainability, and management studies. AIT’s rigorous academic, research, and experiential outreach programs prepare graduates for professional success and leadership roles in Asia and beyond.

Founded in 1959, AIT offers the opportunity to study at an institution in Asia which possesses a global reputation. Going forward, AIT will be stressing its global connections, injection of innovation into research and teaching, its relevance to industry, and its nurturing of entrepreneurship, while continuing to fulfill its social impact and capacity building role. Sitting on a beautiful green campus located just north of Bangkok, Thailand, AIT operates as a multicultural community where a cosmopolitan approach to living and learning is the rule. You will meet and study with people from all around the world.

Today, AIT’s internationally recognized engineering, environment, and management graduates are highly sought after by employers in their home countryand elsewhere. Across many walks of life in Asia, AIT alumni have distinguished themselves as CEO’s of private and state enterprises, as business owners, as well-respected researchers and faculty, and as senior university and government officials.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

COURSE STRUCTURE

List of courses

Course Course Title Credits Remark Semester

ED75.13 Gender and Labor Migration in Asia 2 General Spring

ED75.14 Gender and Development: Principles and Concepts 2 General Fall

ED75.15 Science, Technology and Gender 2 General Fall

ED75.16 Gender, Enterprise, and Organizations 2 General Fall

ED75.17 Gender, Culture and Human Development 2 General Spring

ED75.18 Forced Migration and Human Trafficking in the Greater Mekong Sub-Region 1 General Spring

ED75.9023 Gender Issues in Global Economy 1 General InterSem

ED75.9030 Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice in Digital Cultures 2 General Spring

ED75.9031 Gender & Human Rights 1 General Spring

ED75.9032 Gender and Politics 1 General InterSem

ED75.07 Gender Analysis and Gender Responsive Development Planning 3 General Spring

ED75.9010 Gender and Development Communication 3 General Fall

ED75.9013 Gender and Global Health General Spring

Minor details

Course Course Title Credits Remark Semester

ED75.13 Gender and Labor Migration in Asia 2 General Spring

ED75.14 Gender and Development: Principles and Concepts 2 General Spring

ED75.15 Science, Technology and Gender 2 General Spring

ED75.16 Gender, Enterprise, and Organizations 2 General Spring

ED75.17 Gender, Culture and Human Development 2 General Spring

ED75.18 Forced Migration and Human Trafficking in the Greater Mekong Sub-Region 1 General Spring

ED75.9023 Gender Issues in Global Economy 1 General Fall

ED75.9030 Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice in Digital Cultures 2 General Spring

ED75.9031 Gender & Human Rights 1 General Spring

ED75.9032 Gender and Politics 1 General InterSem

ED75.07 Gender Analysis and Gender Responsive Development Planning 3 General Spring

ED75.9010 Gender and Development Communication 3 General Fall

ED75.9013 Gender and Global Health General Spring

A student would need to take 12 credits from courses listed below, to be eligible to gain a minor in GDS.

TUITION FEES

Tuition fees

524,800 THB (Approx) / In Total

Application fees

800 THB

Application fee cannot be refunded.

Available Scholarships

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ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Official Certificates of Bachelor's or Master's Degrees and Transcript. GDS accepts Bachelor of Arts (BA) as well.

Resume and Statement of Purpose

Certificate of English Proficiency. English Proficiency Requirement: AIT-EET: 6; IELTS Academic: overall 6 (writing 6); TOEFL iBT: overall 80 (writing 21-23); & PTE Academic: overall 52 (writing 62-73)

Possible Career Pathway

A career pathway for someone studying Gender and Development Studies (GDS) with a focus on these courses could lead to roles in various sectors such as international development, public policy, advocacy, and human rights. Graduates can work as gender specialists, development planners, or policy analysts in NGOs, international organizations like the UN, or government agencies, focusing on issues such as gender equality, labor migration, human trafficking, and social justice. They might also take on roles in academia, research, or consultancy, addressing the intersection of gender with global health, technology, and economics, and contributing to policies and programs that promote equitable development and human rights.

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FAQs

Question :

Can I apply to two Academic Programs at the same time?

Answer :

No. You can only apply to one academic program at any time.

Question :

Do you have academic exchange programs and scholarships for those?

Answer :

2 Year Master’s Degree students normally study for 22 months (enrolled in August Intake) and 24 months (enrolled in January Intake) which includes four semesters, two short breaks and one long break between semesters. Doctoral students study for at least 42 months or seven semesters. 1-year Master, Professional Master Program and the Diploma Programs are at least 12 months or two semesters and the Certificate Program is 5 months or one semester.

Question :

What are Unified programs?

Answer :

Unified Programs integrate undergraduate studies with graduate studies into a seamless “Unified” program. For example, undergraduate students may join AIT in their final year to complete their undergraduate degree and at the same time start their Master program at AIT. AIT has several Unified programs with partner universities managed by Office of Special Degree Program.

Question :

What is the AIT English Entry Test (AIT-EET)?

Answer :

The Language Center (LC) offers a 90-minute in-house test of English proficiency called the AIT English Entry Test (EET). The score is based on a nine-point scale similar to the IELTS test. The Writing score, which is the most important at AIT, is based on an essay. The test result will be e-mailed within 7 days. The LC will report the test result to the AIT Admissions only if the score is satisfactory for provisional admission. If applicants fail to obtain the minimum score requirements for admission, they may take the test again.

Question :

Will you waive my admission interviews since I was admitted last year but chose not to register?

Answer :

No. As the application assessment varies from each intake, your application in the next intake must be as competitive as those with others applying in that same intake.

Question :

Do I need to apply for the scholarships listed on the website?

Answer :

You do not need to apply separately for the scholarships. Once you have submitted the application online, your will be automatically considered for all scholarships for which the deadline has not expired and for which you are eligible. The type and amount of scholarship given to applicants is on a competitive basis with the main criteria of academic standing. Should you wish to be considered for full scholarships, you must submit an Official English score of 6 including writing and overall that is not older than 2 years.

Question :

How much is the application processing fee?

Answer :

The processing fee is Baht 800 or US$25.

Question :

If I apply and accepted this intake, can I defer to the next intake with the same condition?

Answer :

Yes, you can defer your entry until the next academic semester. However, the financial conditions of the admission may change depending on the competitive assessment for the next semester. You are also required to pay the application processing fee to reactivate your admission.

Question :

When is the school intake and the application deadline?

Answer :

The AIT academic year consists of two semesters: January and August for School of Engineering and Technology (SET) and School of Environment Resources and Development (SERD).