Doctor of Philosophy Program in Drug and Cosmetic Innovation (International Program)

SCHOOL/COLLEGE

THAI: สำนักวิชาเภสัชศาสตร์
ENGLISH: School of Pharmacy

PROGRAM

THAI: หลักสูตรปรัชญาดุษฎีบัณฑิต สาขานวัตกรรมยาและเครื่องสำอาง (หลักสูตรนานาชาติ)
ENGLISH:Doctor of Philosophy Program in Drug and Cosmetic Innovation (International program)

DEGREE

THAI: ปรัชญาดุษฎีบัณฑิต (นวัตกรรมยาและเครื่องสำอาง)
ENGLISH: Doctor of Philosophy Program (International program)

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

PLO1    Ability to create drug and cosmetic innovation while adhering to research ethics

PLO2    Ability to analyze and synthesize data or empirical evidence in making a well-informed decision or create drug and cosmetic innovation

PLO3    Ability to communicate effectively in both the national and international academic arena

PLO1    Follow research standards and possess research ethics

PLO2    Explain theories and practices of drugs and cosmetics

PLO3    Create a new body of knowledge and innovation in the drug and cosmetic field

PLO4    Seek knowledge on drug and cosmetic innovation for life-long learning

PLO5    Analyze, synthesize and solve problems using knowledge of drugs and cosmetics as well as integrate knowledge of other fields to find solutions 

PLO6    Be able to adapt and work with others; work in teams; be a good leader as well as follower; have a responsibility to work with others

PLO7    Be able to communicate in academic topics and use information technology (IT)

CAREER PATH

    1. Teachers/ researchers/ scientists/ academic staff/ government officials in the state and private sectors
    2. Academic consultants/ research advisors in the drug and cosmetic field in the state and private sectors
    3. Quality Control/ R&D personnel in the state and private sectors
    4. Drug, cosmetic, and other healthcare product entrepreneurs
    5. Post-doctorate researchers

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Program structure

Type 1.1

Type 1.2

1)       Required courses:

 – Seminar I-II

2*

2*

2*

2*

2)     Thesis

60

90

Total

60

90

* non-credits but must have a satisfaction grade (S)

COURSE

Type 1.1

1) Required courses *                                                          2 credits

DCP62-801

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics I

1(0-2-1)

DCP62-802

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics II

1(0-2-1)

* non-credits but must have a satisfaction grade (S)

2)     Thesis                                                                           60 credits

DCP62-930

Thesis

60 credits

 

Type 1.2

1)     Required courses *                                                            8 credits

DCP62-801

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics I

1(0-2-1)

DCP62-802

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics II

1(0-2-1)

2)   Thesis                                                                             90 credits

DCP62-931

Thesis

 90 credits

STUDY PLAN

Type 1.1       60 credits

Year

Trimester 1

Trimester 2

Trimester 3

1

DCP62-930

Thesis

6 credits

DCP62-930

DCP62-801

Thesis

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics I*  

6 credits

1 credit

DCP62-930

Thesis

6 credits

2

DCP62-930

Thesis

7 credits

DCP62-930

Thesis 

7 credits

DCP62-930

Thesis   

7 credits

3

DCP62-930

DCP62-802

Thesis

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics II*

7 credits

1 credit

DCP62-930

Thesis

7 credits

DCP62-930

Thesis

7 credits

* non-credits but must have a satisfaction grade (S)

 

Type 1.2       90 credits

Year

Trimester 1

Trimester 2

Trimester 3

1

DCP62-931

Thesis

6 credits

DCP62-931

DCP62-801

Thesis

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics I*  

6 credits

1 credit

DCP62-931

Thesis

6 credits

2

DCP62-931

Thesis

8 credits

DCP62-931

Thesis 

8 credits

DCP62-931

Thesis   

8 credits

3

DCP62-931

DCP62-802

Thesis

Seminar in Drug and Cosmetics II*

8 credits

1 credit

DCP62-931

Thesis

8 credits

DCP62-931

Thesis

8 credits

4

DCP62-931

Thesis

8 credits

DCP62-931

Thesis 

8 credits

DCP62-931

Thesis   

8 credits

* non-credits but must have a satisfaction grade (S)

APPLICANT’S ELIGIBILITIES

Type 1.1

  • Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or an equivalent, or have evidence that they will graduate with a Master’s degree or an equivalent in Pharmacy, Health Science, or Science from an institution recognized by the Office of the Higher Education Commission and/ or the Office of the Civil Service Commission
  • A grade point average of 3.50, or have research experience, having had their work published in a peer-reviewed academic journal, or having developed a patented product. 
  • English examination result according to the announcement by the College of Graduate Studies, Walailak University

Type 1.2

  • Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent, or have evidence that they will graduate with a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent in Pharmacy, Health Science, or Science from an institution recognized by the Office of the Higher Education Commission and/ or the Office of the Civil Service Commission
  • A grade point average of 3.50
  • English examination result according to the announcement by the College of Graduate Studies, Walailak University

FEE

  • Tuition fee per trimester 100,000 Thai Baht for Thai student
  • Tuition fee per trimester 125,000 Thai Baht for International student

SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE

  • Ph.D. Excellence Scholarships – Tuition Fee Waiver *Successful candidates are responsible for accommodation, transportation and living expenses.* 
  • Partial Tuition Fee Scholarships

ADMISSION SCHEDULE, PROCESS AND HOW TO APPLY —Click here–

GRADUATION CRITERIA

  1. Two published papers, or at least accepted for publishing, in international scientific journals.
  2. The thesis work or its part must be presented at a national or international academic conference (or symposium).