SIIT Postgraduate Scholarship Program at Thammasat University – Thailand

Location: Thailand

Program: Postgraduate (Master’s / PhD Degrees)

Eligibility: International students

Duration: 2-5 years

Deadline: March 30, 2026

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The SIIT Graduate Scholarship Program offers fully-funded opportunities for exceptional students to pursue Master’s and Doctoral degrees at the Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT), a semi-autonomous institute within Thammasat University. Funded by the Sirindhorn Technology Scholarship Fund, the program provides comprehensive support through three scholarship categories: Excellent Foreign Students (EFS) for international applicants, Excellent Thai Students (ETS) for Thai nationals, and Faculty’s Quota for both Thai and international students tied to specific research projects.

Established in 1992 as a research-focused institute within Thammasat University (one of Thailand’s oldest and most prestigious universities), SIIT delivers world-class English-language education in science, technology, engineering, and management. Located at Thammasat University’s Rangsit Center in Pathum Thani (just north of Bangkok), SIIT operates with semi-autonomous administration and self-financing similar to a deemed university, while graduates receive Thammasat University degrees recognized globally. The institute comprises five academic schools offering graduate programs in diverse fields including Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Management, Information and Communication Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Photonics, and more.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:

EFS Type A (Excellent Foreign Students – Full Scholarship):

Full tuition waiver for entire program duration
Monthly living allowance (approximately 10,000-15,000 Baht per month, approximately $280-$420 USD)
Round-trip economy airfare between Thailand and home country (most direct route, maximum 20,000 Baht per student)
Miscellaneous expenses including visa fees, airport taxes (actual expenses up to 10,000 Baht)
Health and accident insurance coverage during scholarship period in Thailand
Dormitory accommodation (scholarship recipients required to stay in SIIT dormitory for minimum 12 months)
TU Matriculation Fee covered
TU Educational Support Fees (deducted from living allowance: 800 Baht IT Service + 55 Baht Group Insurance per semester)

EFS Type B (Excellent Foreign Students – Partial Scholarship):

Partial tuition waiver
Limited additional benefits compared to Type A

ETS Type A (Excellent Thai Students – Full Scholarship):

Full tuition waiver for entire program duration
Monthly living allowance
Health insurance coverage
Other benefits similar to EFS Type A (excluding international travel)

ETS Type B (Excellent Thai Students – Partial Scholarship):

Partial tuition waiver
Limited additional support
Other benefits

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:

For EFS (Excellent Foreign Students) – International Applicants:

Must NOT be Thai nationality
Must have excellent academic record (preferably ranked within top 20% of class)
For Master’s programs: Bachelor’s degree with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
For Doctoral programs: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees with minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 for PhD applicants
Must meet SIIT graduate program admission qualifications
Must provide two strong letters of recommendation (at least one from academic instructor/advisor)
Must have good health and good conduct
Must NOT be recipient of another scholarship
Must be willing to stay in SIIT dormitory for minimum 12 months

For ETS (Excellent Thai Students) – Thai Nationals:

Must be Thai nationality
Must have excellent academic record from reputable Thai universities
For Master’s programs: Bachelor’s degree with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
For Doctoral programs: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees with minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50
Strong academic background in engineering, technology, or related fields
Two strong recommendation letters required
Must have good health and good conduct
Must NOT be recipient of another scholarship

English Language Proficiency:

All programs taught in English
English proficiency test scores preferred but NOT required at time of application
If admitted without English test score, must submit proof of proficiency during first semester
Failure to meet English requirement on time results in dismissal

Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements

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Selection Criteria

The SIIT Graduate Scholarship selection process is highly competitive and emphasizes academic excellence, research potential, and overall qualifications. Academic merit is the primary consideration—successful candidates typically rank within the top 20% of their graduating class and demonstrate strong GPAs (minimum 2.75 for Master’s, 3.50 for PhD), with particular attention paid to performance in technical and engineering courses relevant to their proposed field of study. Research experience and potential are critically evaluated through candidates’ CVs, publications, conference presentations, and previous thesis or project work, with the committee seeking evidence of independent thinking, problem-solving abilities, and capacity for advanced research.