Asian Institute of Technology Scholarships for Asian Countries, Thailand

The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) promotes technological change and sustainable development in the Asian-Pacific region through higher education, research and outreach. Established in Bangkokin 1959, AIT has become a leading regional postgraduate institution and is actively working with public and private sector partners throughout the region and with some of the top universities in the world. Recognized for its multinational, multi- cultural ethos, the Institute operates as a self-contained international community at its campus located 40 km (25 miles) north of Bangkok.

His Majesty the King’s Scholarships 

A full scholarship granted to qualified candidates with excellent undergraduate achievements from any Asian country to pursue a master’s degree in any of the disciplines offered by the School of Engineering and Technology (SET) and the School of Management (SOM).  For August 2012 intake, 21 King’s Scholarships are available. .

Her Majesty the Queen’s Scholarships

A full scholarship granted to qualified candidates with excellent undergraduate achievements from any Asian country to pursue a master’s degree in environment-related fields offered by School of Environment, Development & Resources (SERD). For August 2012 intake, 9 Queen’s Scholarships are available.

Details of the Scholarships

The scholarships provide an opportunity for students of diverse backgrounds from all countries in Asia to study and do research work together in the truly international environment at AIT, to build a good foundation for international understanding among people of Asia.

Each scholarship award covers tuition and fees, accommodation, and a bursary for living expenses in AIT’s residential campus, for the entire period of the 22-month master’s degree program, with values as shown in the following table:

Tuition and registration fees for 4 semesters	752,000  Baht
Accommodation and bursary for living expenses for 22 months	214,500  Baht
Total Value of Scholarship ( ~ 31 Thai Baht = 1 USD)	966,500 Baht

Who are Eligible to apply?

·         Any citizen of Asian countries.

·         Graduated in related fields from accredited institution.

·    Have a good education record in a 4-year undergraduate program with CGPA above 3.5 or equivalent, and high proficiency in English (a TOEFL score of 550 or equivalent).

Application / Nomination Deadline   15 April 2012.

For more information, please visit the official website