Mahidol University

Mahidol University: Wisdom of Land

Introduction to Mahidol University's origins date back over 120 years to the creation of a medical school at Thailand's first hospital - Siriraj Hospital. Following many years of expansion, including the opening of a second Bangkok campus, it became the University of Medical Sciences in 1943. Later, in 1969, it was renamed Mahidol University by H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX in memory of his father, H.R.H Prince Mahidol of Songkhla, who is widely regarded as the "Father of Modern Medicine and Public Health in Thailand". He is also recognized as Thailand's "Father of Higher Education".

Mahidol University has continued to grow and diversify into the multi-disciplinary institution it is today. Mahidol University currently encompasses a variety of fields including Science, Medicine, Engineering, Management, Nutrition, Religious Studies, Social Sciences, and Music. It is also home to Ratchasuda College - which provides opportunities for the education and training of persons with disabilities. In Addition, the University is the leading institution in 3 out of 9 National Centers of Excellence based at its Faculty of Science. In 2009, the University became one of Thailand's nine National Research Universities. Mahidol University has always adopted an environmentally-friendly philosophy to its development with the vision"A promised place to live and learn with nature". In recoqnition of its green policies, the university  has been declared No. 1 in Thailand since 2016 in the Green Metric Ranking of World Universities by the Universitas Indonesia.

MAHIDOL STUDENT LIFE

A single international student should expect to pay approximately 12,000 – 20,000 THB per month (around US$ 400-650) to cover their living expenses. The amount spent on entertainment and social pursuits can vary with a student’s interests and budget. Students should also expect to pay a minimum of 15,000 THB (around US$ 500) to cover general establishment costs (security deposits, advance rents, basic furniture items, telephone, etc.). 

Facilities

Central Library

The Central Library is the hub of the Mahidol University Library and Knowledge network. It contains an extensive collection of 257,803 books, 1,051 printed journals, 32,351 electronic journals, 77,253 electronic books and 100s of computer terminals, multimedia viewing equipment, a recording studio and state-of-the-art computer access to a wide range of domestic and international indexes and databases.

The electronic journals and books can be accessed on our library website using Mahidol Intranet through its subscription to digital libraries and academic databases.

Sport & Recreation

The College of Sports Science and Technology provides sports facilities and services for all Mahidol staff/faculties, students and club members. All facilities include the following:

Infrastructures

"MUSAIS"

The MUSAIS Office provides short-term foreign students with the documents and information necessary to allow you to use all of the facilities available to our full time students. Please feel free to visit us on ground floor, MLC Building if you need any assistances.


"Mahidol University Archives"

The Prince Father's Biography Hall The exhibition features the Prince Father's biography and important objects relating to the Prince Father who is regarded as role model and soul of Mahidol Community.


"Mahidol University Hall of Fame"

The focus is on the history and development of Mahidol University from past to present including achievements by members of Mahidol Community for the benefits of the society. 

"The Harmony" shop is located at the Mahidol Learning Center (MLC). In addition to university souvenirs, this store also sells textbooks and school supplies.


The main cafeteria at Mahidol Learning Center (MLC) offers a large selection of Thai rice and noodle dishes for 30 - 50 Baht and drinks for 7 - 40 Baht.


Family Mart, where you can find many types of food, snacks and other essentials you may need, is also located in the same building.

Activities

The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra (TPO): performs regularly at the Prince Mahidol Hall on Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons. Admission is free for Mahidol University students, just show your Student ID at the ticket office.

 Siri Ruckhachati Nature Park: More than 800 species of medicinal plants are growing up in a 15-acre peaceful garden. It is divided into 3 zones: 

1.) Plant nursery area of 480 sqm, 

2.) The 5-acre of public park covering with green grass and decorated with varieties of common used medicinal plants and the largest area of the garden and 

3.) About 10 acres, comprises of many medicinal plants species collected from different parts of Thailand and freely growing up as in their native environments.

Mahidol University International Night: is an annual celebration of Mahidol University's international community. It includes a wide-range of activities designed to allow Thai and international students and faculty the chance to meet in a fun and social atmosphere and share their experiences. 

Cultural Activities:

To ensure that all the students get the multicultural experiences during their study period as much as they can, MUSAIS aims to organize cultural activities for Thai and international students every two months such as: A Christmas to Remember, Halloween Party, Chinese Cooking Class, Secret Recipe: Tang Yuan as well as an annual event "Study Abroad Fair".