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Siam University

Bangkok, Thailand Founded 1965

Updated May 2026

Overview

English Name: Siam University
Acronyms: SU
Founded: 1965
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private
Siam University academic and student spaces
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Established in 1965, Siam University runs as a private university in Bangkok, Thailand. The institution functions as a higher-education provider within Thailand's higher-education sector.

Siam University's academic offerings include a catalogue of active programmes, structured across bachelor's through doctoral programmes and delivered through numerous faculties and schools. Each unit operates with its own admissions criteria within institutional standards.

Location & Contact

Siam University's street address and primary contact methods. Social channels often differentiate by purpose — admissions on one, alumni on another, events on a third.

Address: 38 Petkasem Road Phasicharoen
Postal Code: 10160
Map:
Phone: 028678088
Social Media:

Academic Details

Below: the academic-side numbers and recognition that shape Siam University's reputation. Recognition and accreditation are distinct — recognition is government-level, accreditation programme-specific.

Academic Year: June to March (June-October; November-March); April-May (Summer Session)
Accrediting Agency: Higher Education Commission, Ministry of Education
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate (Mathayom 6, Mathayom Suksa 5) or equivalent

Degrees

Siam University's qualification tiers and the degrees within each. Foundation years for international students often run separately and feed into year-one of a bachelor's programme.

Bachelor's 28 programs

Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.

  • Accountancy
  • Advertising and Publicity
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Banking
  • Business Administration
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • E-Business/Commerce
  • Electrical Engineering
  • English
  • Finance
  • Food Technology
  • Hotel Management
  • Industrial Engineering
  • International Business
  • Japanese
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Performing Arts
  • Printing and Printmaking
  • Public Relations
  • Tourism
Master's 20 programs

Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.

  • Advertising and Publicity
  • Banking
  • Business Administration
  • Business Computing
  • Communication Arts
  • E-Business/Commerce
  • Educational Administration
  • Engineering Management
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Industrial Management
  • Information Technology
  • International Business
  • Law
  • Management
  • Management Systems
  • Marketing
  • Peace and Disarmament
  • Public Administration
  • Tourism
Doctoral 7 programs

Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.

  • Business Administration
  • Educational Administration
  • Information Technology
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacy

Faculties & Divisions

Subject coverage by faculty inside Siam University. Faculty groupings reflect both academic tradition and the institution's strategic positioning across disciplines.

Art and Culture (Centre) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Cultural Studies
  • Fine Arts
Cooperative Education (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Education

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Languages (Centre) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Chinese
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Linguistics
  • Modern Languages

Common Career Paths

  • Translator
  • Interpreter
  • Language Teacher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

International (College) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Hotel and Restaurant
  • Hotel Management
  • Information Technology
  • International Business
  • Medicine
  • Tourism
Performing Arts (College) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Music
  • Performing Arts
Business Administration (Faculty) 10 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Banking
  • Business Administration
  • Business Computing
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Industrial Management
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Marketing

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Communication Arts (Faculty) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Advertising and Publicity
  • Communication Arts
  • Journalism
  • Media Studies
  • Performing Arts
  • Public Relations
  • Radio and Television Broadcasting

Common Career Paths

  • Journalist
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Content Strategist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Engineering (Faculty) 11 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Automotive Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Engineering Management
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Printing and Printmaking

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (Faculty) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Criminal Law
  • International Law
  • Private Law
  • Public Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Liberal Arts (Faculty) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Communication Studies
  • English
  • Hotel Management
  • Japanese
  • Tourism
Medicine (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Medicine

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Nursing (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Nursing

Common Career Paths

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse
  • Public Health Nurse

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Pharmacy (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Pharmacy

Common Career Paths

  • Pharmacist
  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Science (Faculty) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biotechnology
  • Computer Science
  • Food Technology
  • Information Technology
  • Natural Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Graduate Studies (School) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Communication Arts
  • Educational Administration
  • Engineering
  • Engineering Management
  • Information Technology
  • Marketing
  • Political Sciences
  • Public Administration
Hotel and Tourism Management (School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Hotel and Restaurant
  • Tourism

Common Career Paths

  • Operations Manager
  • Project Manager
  • HR Manager

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

International Graduate Studies (School) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Information Technology
  • Peace and Disarmament

Programs Offered

Find a programme at Siam University by filter, or browse by degree level. Online and on-campus delivery modes differ in tuition, time commitment, and credential recognition — confirm which mode each programme runs in.

65 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Thailand

Bachelor's Degree 52 programmes

Bachelor of Accounting
Accounting
Bachelor of Arts in English for Business Communication
Communication Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Hotel and Tourism Management
Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Arts in Japanese for Communication
Communication Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Tourism
Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Service Industry
Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business
Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Investment
Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration in General Management
Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration in General Management and Entrepreneurship
Business Administration

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Master's Degree 8 programmes

Master of Arts in Peace Studies and Diplomacy (International Curriculum)
Development Studies
Master of Business Administration
Business Administration
Master of Communication Arts in Extension Education
Communication Studies
Master of Education in Leadership and Innovation in Educational Management
Business & Management
Master of Engineering in Engineering Management
Business & Management
Master of Laws
Law
Master of Political Science in Local Government
Public Administration
Master of Science in Information Technology
Information Systems & Technology

Doctorate 5 programmes

Doctor of Business Administration in Marketing
Marketing
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration Innovation
Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology
Information Systems & Technology
Doctor of Philosophy in Management
Business & Management
Doctor of Political Science in Local Government
Public Administration

How to apply to Siam University

Five steps that capture how most applications to Siam University flow, from research through submission to follow-up correspondence.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Siam University's catalogue includes 65 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Siam University's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Submit your completed application through Siam University's official website at www.siam.edu. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 028678088. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Siam University

Quick reference for Siam University: founding, control type, student body, rankings, and recognition status in one place.

When did Siam University open?

Siam University traces its founding to 1965 (approximately 61 years ago).

What city is Siam University in?

Siam University operates from Bangkok, Thailand.

Is Siam University a public or private institution?

It is a private higher-education institution.

What programmes are available at Siam University?

Programmes at Siam University cover bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.

Is Siam University officially recognised?

The institution holds recognition from Higher Education Commission, Ministry of Education.

Where can I learn more about Siam University?

The institution's website is www.siam.edu.

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