Prince of Songkla University PhD Scholarships

Scholarship Summary

• Level of Study: PhD
• Institution(s): Prince of Songkla University (PSU)
• Study Location: Thailand
• Opportunity Focus Areas: Dentistry
• Program Period: Three years

Unlock the Door to Your Dentistry PhD

Are you passionate about advancing your studies in dentistry? The Prince of Songkla University (PSU) offers PhD scholarships to international students who wish to pursue their doctoral degrees in this field. This opportunity covers a range of benefits to support your academic journey.

Scholarship Coverage

The Prince of Songkla University PhD Scholarships provide comprehensive support, including:

• A monthly allowance of 10,000 Baht (approximately 300 US$) to cover housing and living expenses.
• Full tuition fee coverage.
• A travel allowance to and from your home country at the beginning and end of the scholarship term, totaling no more than 15,000 Baht (around 450 US$).
• Health and accident insurance coverage during your scholarship period in Thailand, amounting to 90 US$.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Prince of Songkla University PhD Scholarships, applicants must meet these requirements:

• Required Language: English
• Eligible Countries: All countries worldwide
• Good academic record and research experience.
• Eligibility is limited to new graduate students starting their studies at PSU in semester 1 or 2.
• The previous degree must match the program’s curriculum requirements.
• Applicants should not be recipients of other scholarships covering living expenses during the same period.
• Applicants must pass an officially recognized English examination with one of the following scores:
  • PSU-TEP Score of 60 or CU-TEP score of 60
  • TOEFL (Paper Based) minimum score of 500 or (Revised paper delivered test) minimum score of 46 or (Institutional testing program) minimum score of 520 or (Computer Based) minimum score of 173 or (Internet Based) minimum score of 61
  • IELTS Score of 5.0.
• Scholars must enroll as full-time students with a Non-immigrant “ED visa (Study Permit).” Those entering Thailand on a tourist visa cannot enroll and may have their scholarship canceled.
• Scholars are expected to complete their study and research thesis within the stipulated time frame.
• Progress reports on the study must be submitted every 6 months.
• Scholars must pass the proposal examination in the third semester.
• To fulfill scholarship requirements, scholars must publish their dissertation in reputable, peer-reviewed international journals indexed in Web of Science (with ISI impact factor), with a minimum of two publications. They must also adhere to the graduate requirements of each graduate program.
• Once accepted into a specific program of study, scholars are expected to complete their studies in that program and cannot change to a different one.
• Lack of progress on the study or thesis without valid reasons may result in scholarship termination.

Additional terms established by the Faculty of Dentistry apply.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for the Prince of Songkla University PhD Scholarships:

1. Open the application form and provide your personal information.
2. Upload the following required documents and submit your application:
   • A copy of your English proficiency certificate (valid within 2 years).
   • Curriculum Vitae (CV).
   • A certified copy of transcripts for bachelor’s and master’s degree studies, including grades and GPA in English.
   • A statement of purpose (approximately 800 words).
   • First page of published publications.
   • Research description/plan.
   • A copy of the main passport page.
   • A medical certificate (in English).

Please note that the admission fee is 600 Baht. Additional service charges may apply.

For more information about this scholarship and other inquiries, please contact Mrs. Pawarisa Sangsane via email at [email protected].

Embark on your PhD journey in dentistry with the support of the Prince of Songkla University PhD Scholarships. Apply now and take a step closer to your academic goals!