Chulalongkorn University is the oldest university in Thailand and has long been considered the country's most prestigious university. It now has eighteen faculties and a number of schools and institutes. Regarded as the best and most selective university of Thailand, it normally attracts top students around the country. It is named after King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), and was established by his son and successor King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) in 1917 by combining the Royal Pages School and the College of Medicine.
Its campus occupies a vast area in downtown Bangkok, just next to the popular teenagers hangout Siam Square and a few steps away from the most prestigious and private sports club, The Royal Bangkok Sports Club. The symbol of the University is the Phra Kiao, a royal insignia. Diplomas were traditionally handed out at graduation by the King of Thailand, created and begun by King Prajadhipok (Rama VII). But at present, King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) delegates the role to one of his daughters, Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.
During the years 1973-1977 Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn was a student at the University, becoming the first member of the Thai Royal Family to graduate from a Thai university. Prior to that, Thai royals had always studied abroad.
Library
Center of Academic Resources
The Center of Academic Resources (CAR) at Chulalongkorn University was established in 1978 by the integration of the three independent units of the University;- the Central Library, the Thailand Information Center and the Audio-Visual Center. But the history of the Central Library dates back to 1910 when the Civil Servant School was established and was later elevated to the status of University in 1917. Then in 1993, three further units were added ie:- the International Information Center and the Art Center to create a complete knowledge center to support the academic activities of the University. Since 2000, CU-GDLN or Chulalongkorn University Global Development Learning Network have been an additional activity of the Center. Car provides the University with academic service of excellence by keeping abreast with modern technology, using modern forms of computerized tools and linking with academic sites globally.
Collections
Car has a rich and diverse collection of resources focusing on the social sciences and humanities. Other subject fields are housed in thirty-eight faculties/institute libraries. Access to these materials is through Chulalinet, the University’s library network
Visiting the University
Chulalongkorn University invites the public to visit its many museums, including the Chulalongkorn Historical Hall. For those interested in architecture, many of the buildings on campus themselves are also very intriguing, while different sections of the campus also reflect the distinctive nature of the university.
Visitors can also take advantage of different facilities such as the many cafeterias and canteens located around campus serving a vast menu of dishes at very reasonable prices. There are also the well-stocked bookstores to satisfy interests as well at the university galleries, libraries, swimming pools, gyms, sports facilities and cooperative that visitors can make use of. Every Friday, there is an Open Market set up in front of the university exhibition hall, Sala Phra Kiew. that attracts the public in addition to university students, faculty and staff.
Each year, students organize a number of activities that visitors are welcome to join such as the Loy Kratong Festival and Traditional Chulalongkorn-Thammasat Football Match.
Academic Reputation
In the Times Higher Education Supplement World University Rankings 2004, the university was ranked 46th in the world for social sciences and 60th for biomedicine.
In October 2005, the university was ranked at 121st in the World University Rankings 2005 by the Times Higher Education Supplement. Excluding North American and European institutions, it was ranked at 35th. It was also ranked 46th in the world for social sciences, 82nd for biomedicine, and 100th for technology.
In 2006, The university was ranked at 161st in the Times Higher World University Rankings 2006. It was also ranked 80th for biomedicine and 95th for technology.
In September 2006, three universities in Thailand were ranked "Excellent" in both academic and research areas by Commission on Higher Education. Those universities are Chiang Mai University, Chulalongkorn University, and Mahidol University.
The Pillar of the Kingdom
The university aims to realize the vision of its founding father to become “The Pillar of the Kingdom”: “When Thai society is faced with difficulties and the country is in need of help, Chulalongkorn University will step up to take the initiative to solve these problems. At such times, everyone shall first be thinking of Chulalongkorn University… By taking on a leading role, Chulalongkorn University is to be the “flagship” of this land. It has to inculcate a sense of justice and righteousness into this country.”
To fulfill its vision to become the “The Pillar of the Kingdom” the university aims to produce to following achievements:
• To become a world-class university
• To serve as the kingdom’s source of knowledge
• To establish a quick, close-knit and efficient management system
• To be a welcoming home for the righteous and competent
Facts and Figures
Chulalongkorn University is composed of a total of 41 faculties, departments, colleges, academic, research, and service institutes, and academic offices. The undergraduate student body numbers 20,419. Currently, there are 9,740 students studying for their Master degree and 1,737 studying for their Doctorate. This means the university has a total of 32,511 students with a faculty and staff, including government officials and university personnel, numbering 7,851.
Faculties
Chulalongkorn University consists of 20 faculties and schools:Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
Faculty of Architecture
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy
Faculty of Communication Arts
Faculty of Dentistry
Faculty of Economics
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts Faculty of Law
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Nursing
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Faculty of Political Science
Faculty of Psychology
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Veterinary Science
Graduate School
School of Sport Sciences
Chulalongkorn University was ranked 166th in the 2008 THES-QS World University Ranking.
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