Program Overview

Program Overview

The College of Local Administration at Khon Kaen University offers a Doctor of Public Administration program, with a focus on public administration. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective leaders in the public sector.

Program Details

Degree Plan

The program is designed to be completed in 3 years.

Tuition/Semester

The tuition fee is 130,000 THB per semester.

Learning Facilities

The program provides access to state-of-the-art facilities to support student learning.

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship opportunities are available to support students in their academic pursuits.

Admission Requirements

Qualifications of Applicants

To be eligible for the program, applicants must:

1. Hold a master's degree in any field with a cumulative GPA of not less than 3.00.
2. Have a satisfactory English language proficiency test score, with the following minimum requirements:
   • TOEFL: 400 (paper-based), 97 (computer-based), or 32 (internet-based)
   • IELTS (Academic Module): 4.0
   • TU-GET: 400
   • CU-TEP: 45
   • KKU-EALT: level 2 or higher (reading and writing skills)
3. Have research experience or potential, with a requirement for publication in a national academic journal for certain types of applicants.

Program Structure

Curriculum

The program consists of 54 credits, with the following structure:

• Foundation Courses: 3 credits (not included in the total credits)
• Core Courses: 6 credits (18 credits for certain types of students)
• Dissertation: 48 credits (36 credits for certain types of students)

Course Outline

The program includes a range of courses designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public administration, including:

• Foundation Courses: designed to provide a foundation in public administration
• Core Courses: designed to provide a deeper understanding of public administration
• Dissertation: an original research project that demonstrates the student's ability to conduct independent research

Additional Information

Program Documents

• Program Document MCO 2
• Certificate of Program Accreditation by the Office of the Higher Education Commission

Research Areas

The program provides opportunities for students to engage in research in a range of areas related to public administration.