Jan-May Application

4 years Duration

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OVERVIEW CURRICULUM KEY INFORMATION ADMISSION TUITION FEE ACCOMMODATION

OVERVIEW

ABOUT

Although the courses Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist Studies mainly aims at developing graduate’s efficiency of being spiritual leader hood and enabling for reasonably and intelligently solving various kinds of problems. Besides, the program enables to produce the graduate with insightful knowledge of the Buddha’s teaching so that they are able to teach in reasonably and intelligently to both Thais and foreigners. As a result, those who have studied Buddhism regarding this program can rightly apprehend and effectively practice along with Buddhist principles and better understanding on the current situations of the world and society and well-versed in using modern technology to propagate the auspicious teachings of the Buddha.

The Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist Studies aspirant specifies a program area in which classes and research work are to be done and in which she or he expects to become a scholar. This area of concentration is at least 120 graduate credit hours taken at the International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC), Mahachulalongkorn rajavidyalaya University, exclusive of research credits and research skills requirement. The Bachelor study aspirant, with the assistance of an advisor, constructs a bachelor program plan of coursework and research opportunities.

WISDOM FOR THE WORLD

The International Center for Buddhist Studies for monks novices and laypeople from all over the world.

The University has, since its inception, conducted its educational program in the Thai medium for local students, and for any foreign students sufficiently conversant with the Thai language. The Graduate School has recently developed a strong desire to expand its post-graduate program, so that students from all over the world, who are interested in Buddhism, will be provided with a good opportunity to pursue research in Buddhist Studies. An International M.A. Degree Program, with a major in Buddhist Studies has been conducted since 2543 (2000). At present, the International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC) of Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University is formally established offering various curricula such as M.A. level both in Buddhist Studies, and ASEAN Studies, as well as a Doctoral program in Buddhist Studies in order to meet the vision of the University as to become “the International center for Buddhist Studies”, for monks novices and laypeople from all over the world. Moreover, the curricula have been established especially to meet the educational requirements, and to prepare for entering into the upcoming ASEAN community in year 2558 (2015).

CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist Studies aspirant specifies a program area in which classes and research work are to be done and in which she or he expects to become a scholar. This area of concentration is at least 120 graduate credit hours taken at the International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC), Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, exclusive of dissertation credits and research skills requirement. The doctoral study aspirant, with the assistance of an advisor, constructs a doctoral program plan of coursework and research opportunities.

Compulsory Subjects

112 101 Sciences and Arts of Life

112 102 Social Studies for Human Development

112 103 Scientific Paradigm

112 104 Fundamentals of Philosophy

112 205 Peace Studies

112 206 Introduction to Statistics and Research

Selective Subjects

112 107 Introduction to Religions

112 108 Environmental Studies and Deep Ecology

112 109 World Politics and Administrations

112 110 Principle of Management

112 111 Principle of Economics

112 112 Principle of Psychology

112 113 Buddhist Arts

112 114 Public Mind and Social Development

112 115 Integrity and Good Governance

112 116 Innovation and Information Technology

112 117 Sufficiency Economic Philosophy

112 118 Introduction to Sciences

112 119 Sustainable Development

112 120 Global Citizenship Studies

112 121 Cross-Cultural Languages and Communications

112 222 Systematic and Critical Thinking

112 223 Introduction to Computer Applications

112 224 Introduction to Logics

112 225 Academic English

112 226 Basic English

112 227 Advanced English

112 228 Introduction to Sanskrit

112 229 Advanced Sanskrit

112 230 Introduction to Thai

112 231 Advanced Thai

112 232 Introduction to Chinese

112 233 Advanced Chinese

112 234 Basic Pali

112 235 Advanced Pali

Subject Group of Buddhism

The students must study the educational and practical subject group of Buddhism

112 136 Buddha’s Life Studies

112 137 Early Buddhism

112 238 History of Buddhism

112 239 Traditions and Rituals of Buddhist Schools

Core Subjects

112 340 Theravāda Buddhism

112 341 Mahayāna Buddhism

112 342 Vajrayāna Buddhism

112 343 Zen Buddhism

112 344 Vinaya Pitaka Studies

112 345 Suttanta Pitaka Studies

112 446 Abhidhamma Pitaka Studies

112 447 Mūlamadhyamakakārika Studies

112 448 Abhidhammakosa Studies

112 449 Common Buddhist Text Studies

112 450 Comparative Studies on Buddhist Schools

Specific Subjects

112 351 Mindfulness and Meditation I

112 352 Mindfulness and Meditation II

112 353 Mindfulness and Meditation III

112 354 Mindfulness and Meditation IV

112 355 Mindfulness and Meditation V

112 356 Mindfulness and Meditation VI

112 457 Mindfulness and Meditation VII

112 458 Mindfulness and Meditation VIII

112 459 Buddhism and Brain

112 460 Insight Dialogue

Selective Subjects

112 361 Buddhism and Science

112 362 Buddhism in the West

112 363 Buddhism in Southeast Asia

112 364 Buddhism in Thailand

112 365 Buddhism in Central Asia

112 366 Buddhism in South Asia

112 467 Tibetan Buddhism

112 468 Buddhism in Mekhong Basin

112 469 Buddhism in Himalayan Regions

112 470 Buddhist Innovation in Digital Era

112 471 Multiculturalism

112 472 Inter-Religious Dialogue

KEY INFORMATION

RESEARCH SKILLS

The students of Bachelor of Arts in Buddhist Studies (International Program) must bring out the theoretical principle and the method that studied for propagation of Buddhism and service the society nationally and internationally as a supervisor assigned thereby arranging it as a dissertation to present it in public for purposely exchanging the lessons and taking it as the way to propagate Buddhism and give a service to society.

RESIDENT STUDY

Eight semesters (which may include one summer session), usually consecutive, at any time beginning with the first semester of bachelor study, must be spent in resident study at IBSC. Residence is not merely a period measured in hour. During this period the bachelor aspirant must be involved full time in academic pursuits, which may include up to half-time on-campus teaching or research, or under certain circumstances, a greater percentage of research if it is directed specifically toward the student’s degree objectives.

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

The comprehensive examination consists of both written and oral parts and covers the major area pursued by the student. The student passes the comprehensive examination if a majority of the official examining committee (including the chair) approves the student’s performance.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

At International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC), English is the language of instruction and assessment. For study in IBSC you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for acceptance. International students who want to study at IBSC, but do not have the required level of English language proficiency, can improve their English to the required levels at the LIMCU Language Institute of Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University (MCU).

check Requirements HERE

VISITING THE COLLEGE

A visiting tour can be arranged for anyone, who would like to know more about the learning process and the college’s facilities. Please contact us to make and appointment, specifying the number of visitors and intended length of stay. By paying a guest visit to IBSC, intended students and their supporters can address questions to the college staff and learn more about the academic standards, curriculum, living conditions and other related topics.

ADMISSION

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

The application for admission to International Center for Buddhist Studies College of Mahachulalongkorn rajavidyalaya University for undergraduate study has the following requirements:

1. High School or equivalent with at least a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

2. A complete graduate application: apply online or at the Office of IBSC Student service.

3. An official transcript (not student’s copy) of all previous school credit sent from the institution directly to the Office of IBSC Student service (printed transcripts or official electronic versions are both acceptable).

4. English requirement please check from the list here.

5. A statement of career goals describing an area of interest in curriculum and instruction and how this degree will help meet professional aspirations.

6. Letters of recommendation from one people who can comment on the applicant’s ability to complete an Undergraduate program of study.

7. A writing sample: an essay or an article, paper, or other composition originally written by the applicant. An appropriate length is five to eight pages.

8. CV or a vitae or resume.

IBSC Online Admission Form 2019

* International applicants should check the IBSC website for additional admission requirements.

Please note: Meeting minimum admission standards does not guarantee admission to the program.

TUITION FEE

ACCOMMODATION

International Buddhist Studies College of Mahachulalongkonrajavidyalaya University

The International Buddhist Studies College has recently developed a strong desire to expand its post-graduate program which is the English medium, so that students from all over the world.