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Tokyo Tech's efforts to develop global leaders are not limited to Japan. They have expanded to Thailand in the form of TAIST-Tokyo Tech (hereinafter TAIST), the first Thailand Advanced Institute of Science and Technology established in collaboration with Thai institutions. Tokyo Tech is part of a joint graduate education program based on the strong ties between the two countries. TAIST has taken the initiative in creating solid networks in Asia.
TAIST lectures
Opening Day and Orientation Ceremony
TAIST was established in 2007 at the request of the Thai government. It aims to form research and development centers and produce talented technically innovative individuals who can solve problems caused by rapid industrialization and contribute to sustainable development. With support from alumni and the industrial sector both in Japan and Thailand, expectations for TAIST are high, and strong connections have already been formed throughout Asia.
Laboratory visits
Hands-on training
In cooperation with the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and leading Thai universities, TAIST has produced highly skilled researchers, engineers, and R&D personnel. The program is operated under a cooperative framework via Tokyo Tech Thailand Office. Tokyo Tech primarily provides faculty members by dispatching them to Thailand and distance learning lectures, NSTDA offers facilities and scholarships, and Thai partner universities award master's degrees. Additionally, one academic supervisor from each organization — Tokyo Tech, NSTDA, and the partner university — is assigned to oversee each student's mandatory research project.
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Partner universities in Thailand : King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL) , King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) , Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT) , Kasetsart University (KU)
NSTDA center where TAIST lectures are offered
Currently, TAIST offers three programs which capitalize on Tokyo Tech's strengths and fit the needs of the Thai industrial sector:
All programs are conducted in English.
Since its establishment, TAIST has produced 129 graduates who gained employment not only with Japanese and Thai companies but also universities and research institutes in Thailand. Some went on to doctoral programs at western and Japanese universities, including Tokyo Tech. TAIST's skilled graduates will further strengthen ties between academia and industry, and between Japan, Thailand, and neighboring Asian nations.
TAIST Sports Day
IC-ICTES, an international conference organized by TAIST
On the basis of the solid track record of developing talented individuals in Thailand, TAIST will send Tokyo Tech students to Thailand and conduct a combined program of lectures and internships in the future. The program will produce Tokyo Tech students who will play active roles in the Asian region and the world. Raise your expectations high for TAIST!
Graduation ceremony
Tokyo Tech Thailand Office celebration
NSTDA building, the location of the office
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Published: June 2015