Masters and PhD in Computer Science and Information Technology

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Faculty of Science

Chulalongkorn University

Phayathai, Bangkok 10330 Thailand

Email: speraphon@gmail.com, suphakant@hotmail.com Fax: +66 2 255-2287

M.S./Ph.D.Program Secretary: +66 2 218-5223 http://www.math.sc.chula.ac.th/cs/

Administrative secretary: +66 2 218-5172

General Information

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers two comprehensive programs of

study in Computer Science and Information Technology, namely, masters and doctoral programs.

There are two plans of study in the M.S. Program that are designed to suit the students’ need, i.e., a

thesis option and a master project option. The former is suitable for students who wish to pursue

in-depth study in computer science, thereby aiming to continue on doctoral degree. The latter, on

the other hand, is a terminal degree which is designed specifically for students who wish to

broaden the purview of computer science knowledge, thereby applying toward their career in

computer industry.

The M.S. Program aims to corroborate the existing Ph.D. Program in Computer Science and

Information Technology, which offers start-of-the-art researches in both areas. All research

activities are conducted by the Advanced Virtual and Intelligent Computing (AVIC) Research

Center, encompassing six research groups, namely,

1. Parallel Computing, Neural Computing, and Machine Intelligence.

2. Image Processing, Computer Graphics, and Visualization.

3. Software and Knowledge Engineering.

4. Computer Networking.

5. Computational Fluid Mechanics.

6. Bioinformatics, Plant Modeling, and Simulation.

Based on the above research spectra, both Programs will expand the horizon of state-of-the-art

R&D activities that have already been established by the Ph.D. Program since 1999. Various

innovations and technical know-how can then be realized through master theses, master projects,

and doctoral dissertation. In addition, academic and industrial collaborations will also be

established to further enhance the potential of those innovative implementations for the benefits of

the academic and industrial communities. Career advancement will consequently be augmented.

Computing facilities are available through the department computer lab, as well as the AVIC

research center. At present, the center is fully equipped with 6 Silicon Graphics, 4 HP

workstations, and more than 30 high-end PCs.

Admission Procedures

The academic year is divided into two semesters, namely fall and spring. Fall semester starts from

June to early October, while spring semester runs from late October to early March. Students must

register at least 9 credit hours but not to exceed 15 credit hours per semester. Application can be

filed according to the following procedures:

1. Complete Section A of the Application Form for Graduate Admissions.

2. Have each recommender filled out Section B and mail it along with the application form. Your

application will not be considered unless all three copies of recommendation are received by

the Department Office.

3. Pay the 1,000 Baht application fee (see Fees and Other Charges Section)

4. Have your TOEFL/IELTS or Chulalongkorn University (CU) Language Institute (CU-TEP)

test score sent directly to Graduate Studies in Computer Science, Department of Mathematics

and Computer Science. You may arrange to take the test through your local TOEFL/IELTS

test centers or CU Language Institute, respectively.

5. Submit an official transcript from your school(s) to the Graduate Studies, Faculty of Science. If

you are graduating and have not yet received a complete transcript, you must submit a final

transcript upon graduation or completion of the first semester.

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Additional Admission Requirements

The following guidelines serve as part of additional admission requirements:

1. for MS Program

1.1 Baccalaureate degree having GPA over 2.0/4.0

1.2 preliminary written exam encompassing the following subjects

Basic mathematics

Programming Techniques

Data Structures

Aptitude Test

1.3 oral exam

Every applicant must go through an oral exam which will take place approximately one

week after the applicant has passed the written exams. The exam will be sanctioned by the

Program Committee in the forms of an official interview.

2. for PhD Program

2.1 Baccalaureate or Master’s degree in Science or Engineering having GPA over 3.3/4.0 or

3.0/4.0 for Baccalaureate and Master’s degree, respectively.

2.2 preliminary written exam encompassing the following subjects

Discrete mathematics

Computer Systems Organization

Design and Analysis of Algorithms

Automata Theory

2.3 oral exam

Every applicant must go through an oral exam which will take place approximately one

week after the applicant has passed the written exams. The exam will be sanctioned by the

Program Committee in the forms of an official interview.

3. Within one year after admission, every student must have a thesis advisor in order to proceed

with his/her thesis/dissertation prospectus. While a student still cannot settle on a

thesis/dissertation advisor, the Program Secretary will serve as his/her interim advisor.

Fees and Other Charges

The following fees apply to both credit and noncredit (audit) registrations and are subject to

change.

1. Application

There is a 1000 Baht non-refundable application fee payable in two ways, cash (in person) or

cheque/bank draft pay to the order of Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University and mail it

to Graduate Studies in Computer Science, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science,

Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, Phyathai Road, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

2. Academic semester tuition (all rates are subject to change which will be announced by the

Office of the Registrar. Please consult http://www.reg.chula.ac.th/ for latest rate updates):

Thai resident

2.1 For M.S. Program, a semester fee of 51,000 Baht payable to two separate accounts,

namely, 26,000 Baht to the Office of the Registrar and, and 25,000 Baht to the Department of

Mathematics and Computer Science. Students who do not pass a preliminary written exam on

computer related subjects must register for deficiency courses which are subject to change by the

Program Committee.

2.2 For Ph.D. Program, a semester fee of 71,000 Baht payable to two separate accounts,

namely, 26,000 Baht to the Office of the Registrar, and 45,000 Baht to the Department of

Mathematics and Computer Science.

Non-Thai resident

2.3 For international students, there is only one payment plan, i.e., a semester fee of 106,500

Baht/126,000 Baht for MS/PhD, respectively, payable to two separate accounts, namely, 26,000

Baht to the Office of the Registrar, and 80,500 Baht/100,500 Baht (MS/PhD) to the Department of

Mathematics and Computer Science.

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3. Graduation

Graduation must be filed with the Office of Graduate Studies, Chulalongkorn University.

There is a 1,000 Baht late charge if application is not made within the deadline.

Important Dates

For early decision processing, submit all application materials before the deadline being

announced by the Graduate Admissions Office. After completing all admission tests, you will be

notified by within 1 month of your admission status. Applications received after the deadline will

not be considered. If you are admitted to CU, you will receive a Certificate of Admissions and

information packet about orientation and registration. Please be advised to proceed according to

all the important dates specified in the information packet.

Request Materials

If you have been unable to find the information you need from the Graduate Admissions web site,

you may request application and related materials directly from the above address.

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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Admission information

Information concerning graduate studies can be found at http://www.grad.chula.ac.th/.

Contact the above addresses for specific areas of study or research interests.

2. TOEFL/IELTS/CU-TEP scores

Submit an official TOEFL score if you already have taken it, or apply with CU Language

Institute at http://www.culi.chula.ac.th/ for CU-TEP test. The acceptable TOEFL test scores for

the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees are 450 and 525, respectively; IELTS score is 5.5. Minor provisional

criteria for conditional admissions are also provided. Check with the Program Secretary for detail.

3. Advising

Contact the Program Secretary at +66 2 218-5223 for matching faculty member’s research

interests and advisory.

4. Financial statement and scholarships

You must provide proof of financial support for the entire duration of study to the Department.

There are, however, limited teaching assistantships available to eligible candidates. Each recipient

is expected to perform his duty for 20 hours per week. Refer to Advising for eligibility and

scholarship availability.

5. Letters of recommendation

Three copies of letters of recommendation must be submitted along with the application to the

Computer Science Graduate Study Committee, Department of Mathematics and Computer

Science.

6. Registration

Pick up the registration form and complete the process at the Office of the Registrar. See the

university academic calendar at http://www.reg.chula.ac.th/ for deadlines.

7. Class load

Students must register at least 9 credit hours but not to exceed 15 credit hours. Students are

also required to register a non-credit graduate seminar every semester. Contact the above address

for detail course work requirements and study plan.

8. Deficiency courses

For MS degree, there will be a preliminary written exam on computer related subjects once a

student is admitted to the Program. If the student does not pass the test, he/she will be required to

attend two intensive deficiency courses (which are subject to change by the Program Committee).

For PhD degree, the student must sign up for the class(es) based on his/her admission conditions.

9. Research and support facilities

The Advanced Virtual and Intelligent Computing (AVIC) Center is the main computer related

advanced research facility run by the Department. See http://www.avic.sc.chula.ac.th/ for more

detail.

10. Housing and transportation

The University provides off campus apartments for students at affordable rate. Contact

http://www.property.chula.ac.th/chompu.php to get on the waiting list. Other private apartments in

walking distance or commutable via mass transit are also available. For details on route map and

schedule of service of the mass transit systems, visit http://www.bangkokmetro.co.th/

Last update: June 23, 2011.