Asian University of Science and Technology

About

Asian University, originally founded as Asian University of Science and Technology in 1993, is a private institution in Thailand renowned for its English-medium instruction, making it highly accessible for international students. It is best known for its programs in Business Administration, Engineering, and Liberal Arts, with strong offerings in International Business and Computer Engineering. The university's core mission is to provide a truly international learning environment, attracting a diverse student body and offering dedicated support services for non-Thai speakers. International students benefit from a fully English-taught curriculum across all faculties and a dedicated international office to assist with admissions and student life. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to fostering a global perspective, preparing graduates for international careers through its inherently multicultural campus.

Background

Asian University (Asian U), formerly the Asian University of Science and Technology, was founded in 1993, initially with the academic co-operation of Imperial College London. It was an international university using English as the language of instruction for all programs. Asian University was on the eastern seaboard, a 30 km drive from the seaside resort of Pattaya and two hours from Bangkok. In 2017, the university council submitted the request to cease its operation through Office of the Higher Education Commission, Ministry of Education due to financial reasons. Its degree accreditations remain valid and were ratified by Office of the Civil Service Commission (OCSC) and Office of the Higher Education Commission (OHEC). The permission to cease its operation was granted by H.E.Teerakiat Jaroensettasin, the minister of education at a time and university was officially closed in August 2017.

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