Name of Study Program | Bachelor of Science Program in Conservation Biology |
Address | Mahidol University Kanchanaburi Campus
199, Lumsum, Saiyok District, Kanchanaburi 71150 |
Contact | Phone: (+66) -3458-5058
Website: https://www.ka.mahidol.ac.th |
Year of Establishment | 2014 |
Degree Awarded | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) |
Language used | Thai/English |
Admissions | Thai students who are proficient in English |
Program Structure
General Information
Education System
Two semesters per year
Academic Calendar
1st semester | 2nd semester | |
1st year | August to December | January to May |
2nd year | August to December | January to May |
3rd year | August to December | January to May |
4th year | August to December | January to May |
Tuition Fee
1st semester | 2nd semester | All year | |
1st year | 18,000 Baht | 18,000 Baht | 36,000 Baht |
2nd year | 18,000 Baht | 18,000 Baht | 36,000 Baht |
3rd year | 18,000 Baht | 18,000 Baht | 36,000 Baht |
4th year | 18,000 Baht | 18,000 Baht | 36,000 Baht |
Total | 72,000 Baht | 72,000 Baht | 144,000 Baht |
Study Period
The duration of study is usually 4 years with a maximum of 8 years to complete the degree.
- Total credits No fewer than 125 credits
Graduation Requirments
- Pass all courses and fulfill other criteria indicated in the curriculum & Have CUM-GPA of at least 2.00
- Undergraduate students shall pass English proficiency test(s) according to the university’s conditions and regulation
Teaching and Learning Approaches
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Career and Educational Opportunities
Academic Opportunities
- Research Positions: Graduates can work as Research Assistants, Researchers, Scientists, or Academics, coordinating and executing projects related to biology or conservation in laboratories or field settings. Opportunities exist in government, private sectors, and non-profit organizations both domestically and internationally. Example roles include:
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- Biological Science Technician/Biologist
- Conservation Research Assistant/Scientist
- Zoological Technician/Zoologist
- Field Technician/Ecology Assistant/Ecologist
- Programme Manager/Project Officer
- Communication Officer, etc.
- Policy and Planning: Graduates can take on roles as Policy and Planning Officers, focusing on natural resource and environmental conservation management.
- Education: Positions such as Assistant Science Teacher in Biology are also available.
Social & Business Opportunities
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Graduates can work as CSR Officers in both government and private sectors.
- Entrepreneurship: Starting an eco-friendly business or social enterprise is another viable path.
- Communication: Roles as Conservation and Nature Communication Officers are also available.