Revised Program in 2022
Educational Philosophy
The educational philosophy of Pharmacology Programme focuses on in-depth knowledge in pharmacology and related fields. Teaching and learning approaches are based on outcome-based education so as to promote life-long learning. Graduates have expertise in pharmacological knowledge and researches and can be able to create and apply for innovation in an attempt to a better understanding of the development, progression, prevention and treatment of human diseases and disorders, especially those found commonly in Thailand.
Admission Requirements
A candidate must:
Plan A1 : Research only
(1) Hold a Bachelor's degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinarian science, pharmacy, nursing science, biomedical science, pharmacology, pharmaceutical science, or other related fields which are accredited by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation
(2) Have at least 1 original research publication or academic work in the
field of pharmacology or other related fields
(3) Have cumulative GPA not less than 3.25
(4) Have an English Proficiency Examination score as the requirement of Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol Univesity
(5) Applicant with other qualifications as indicated in (3) and (4) may be considered by the Program Director, committee of the program, and the Dean of Faculty of Graduate Studies
Plan A2 : Courses work and Research
(1) Hold a Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, biotechnology, medicine, dentistry, veterinarian science, pharmacy, nursing science, biomedical science, pharmacology, pharmaceutical science, medical technology, public health, or other related fields which are accredited by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation
(2) Have cumulative GPA not less than 2.50
(3) Have an English Proficiency Examination score as the requirement of Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University
(4) Applicant with other qualifications as indicated in (2) and (3) may be considered by the Program Director, committee of the program, and the Dean of Faculty of Graduate Studies
Proposal / Concept Paper
Should be submitted research proposal (in English) at least 200-500 words.
How to apply & Online Admission
Application is only available via online application at www.grad.mahidol.ac.th
Tuition and Fees
http://www.grad.mahidol.ac.th/en/prospective-students
Scholarship Support From Faculty Of Science click!
- Scholarship for Young Scientists 2024 (ทุนเสริมสร้างนักวิทยาศาสตร์รุ่นใหม่ 2567)
- Teaching Assistantship Scholarship 1/2024 (ทุนผู้ช่วยสอน 1/2567)
- Students Assistantship Scholarship 1/2024 (ทุนนักศึกษาช่วยงาน 1/2567)
For further information please contact:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nattinee Jantaratnotai (Program Director)
E-mail: nattinee.jan@mahidol.ac.th
Asst. Prof. Dr. Pimtip Sanvarinda (Program Secretariat)
E-mail: pimtip.san@mahidol.ac.th
Students whose student numbers begin with 66 onwards
1) Plan A1 : Research only
2) Plan A2 : Courses work and research
Soft Skills (For students whose student numbers begin with 59 onwards)
Students whose student numbers begin with 59 onwards must participate in skill development activities which cover four skills:
- Language and communication skills
- Leaderships and management skills
- Research skills
- Information technology skills
The students must spend at least 3 hours for each skill.
More information: http://www.grad.mahidol.ac.th/softskills/
Career Prospects
In the public sectors, Pharmacology graduates are in demand as lecturers in University or as research assistants in research institutes, government departments including Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO), etc.
Commercial sectors that actively recruit graduates from Pharmacology include the pharmaceutical industries.