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POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF ASEAN
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
South & SE Asian Studies
Political Science
International Studies
UCEAP Course Number
119
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF ASEAN
UCEAP Transcript Title
POL&ECON DEV/ASEAN
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
The course examines ASEAN economic and political development both historically and today, as well as emerging trends in political and economic development. It explores ASEAN economic and political development since its creation; relationships between political, economic, and socio-cultural dimensions of ASEAN, and examines causes and effects of ASEAN political and economic trends. ASSESSMENT: attendance (20%), midterm (25%), final exam (30%), final paper and presentation (25%).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
IAC 340
Host Institution Course Title
POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF ASEAN
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Host Institution Faculty
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Host Institution Department
Thai Studies
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AMERICAN AND BRITISH THOUGHT
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
History
UCEAP Course Number
140
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
AMERICAN AND BRITISH THOUGHT
UCEAP Transcript Title
AMER & BRIT THOUGHT
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
This course presents an intellectual history of Britain and America. It sets out to identify various historical events and considers how they have impacted upon the cultural and political trends that have emerged in both the US and Great Britain. While taking into account the different approaches of either country, some emphasis is placed upon those common intellectual trends which bind Britain and the US. The course also considers the way Britain and the US have responded to and have been influenced by some significant political and ideological developments in other parts of the world. Assessment: attendance and participation (20%), midterm (30%), final exam (50%).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
BS 340
Host Institution Course Title
AMERICAN AND BRITISH THOUGHT
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Host Institution Department
British & American Studies
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INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCES
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Sociology
Political Science
UCEAP Course Number
24
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCES
UCEAP Transcript Title
INTRO SOCIAL SCI
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
The course invites speakers each week from a different disciplines in the field of the social sciences and humanities to talk about new challenges we are facing in our ever-changing world. Students learn about empirical solutions, practices, and policies in responding to these challenges. Discussions also include opportunities for interactive learning.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
PI 121
Host Institution Course Title
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCES
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ETHNIC AND RELIGIOUS PLURALISM IN THAI SOCIETY
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
South & SE Asian Studies
Anthropology
UCEAP Course Number
110
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
ETHNIC AND RELIGIOUS PLURALISM IN THAI SOCIETY
UCEAP Transcript Title
ETHNIC&RELIG PLRLSM
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
The course explores history, culture, religion, social structure, relationships, and integration among ethnic groups in Thailand such as the hill tribes, Muslims, and Chinese communities through an anthropological lens.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
THS 344,THS 313
Host Institution Course Title
ETHNIC AND RELIGIOUS PLURALISM IN THAI SOCIETY
Host Institution Campus
Host Institution Faculty
Pridi Banomyong International College
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
Thai Studies
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SOCIETY AND CULTURE OF THAILAND
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
South & SE Asian Studies
Sociology
History
Ethnic Studies
Anthropology
UCEAP Course Number
109
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
SOCIETY AND CULTURE OF THAILAND
UCEAP Transcript Title
SOC&CULTR THAILAND
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
This course explores Thai society and culture through anthropological, sociological, historical, and cultural studies approaches. Emphasizing analytical and critical methods, the course reviews case studies from research completed by a variety of Thai and international academics. It covers the role of social institutions as bases of order in the society, as well as the factors that led to social change and transformation of Thai society and culture. Topics include Thai royalty and nobility, the King and Kingdom of Thailand, Thai political history and economy, Thai social structure, Thai identity and notions of “Thainess”, Thai popular culture, tourism in Thailand, and the Thai social values, attitudes, and patterns of living. Assessment: attendance (10%), midterm exam (30%), final exam (30%), final paper and presentation (30%).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
THS 201
Host Institution Course Title
SOCIETY AND CULTURE OF THAILAND
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Host Institution Faculty
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Host Institution Department
Thai Studies
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ETHNIC GROUPS IN THAILAND
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
South & SE Asian Studies
Sociology
Ethnic Studies
Anthropology
UCEAP Course Number
132
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
ETHNIC GROUPS IN THAILAND
UCEAP Transcript Title
THAI ETHNIC GROUPS
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
This course introduces the ethnic groups and ethnic relations of Thailand. It focuses on the settlement history, cultural contents, forms of social relations, and acculturation among ethnic groups, such as the hill tribes in Thailand. It also covers the culture of Thai ethnic groups in the context of geographical, ecological, historical, and political settings; and problems of cultural changes and ethnic identity crisis.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
PD 323/345
Host Institution Course Title
ETHNIC GROUPS IN THAILAND
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Host Institution Department
Thai Studies
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INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION IN THE THAI CONTEXT
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Thai
Communication
UCEAP Course Number
45
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION IN THE THAI CONTEXT
UCEAP Transcript Title
INTERCULTURAL COMM
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to intercultural communication, with specific focus on Thai language and culture. It examines approaches for communicating appropriately and effectively in Thai, both on and off campus, with emphasis on analyzing language rules and the role of culture in communication. Topics include identities and ideologies, beliefs and norms, non-verbal communication, stereotypes and discrimination, collectivism and individualism, high and low context communication, and the class structure. Students learn to converse in everyday situations through activities and field trips that encourage listening and speaking in Thai. Assessment: attendance and participation (10%), 10-minute presentations (40%), Thailand virtual tour presentation (25%), poster presentation (25%).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
PD 101
Host Institution Course Title
INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION IN THE THAI CONTEXT
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Host Institution Department
Thai Studies
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COMPARATIVE WELFARE STATES
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Sociology
UCEAP Course Number
112
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
COMPARATIVE WELFARE STATES
UCEAP Transcript Title
COMPAR WELFR STATES
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
The course examines the similarities and differences among leading welfare regimes, with specific focus on historical and cultural approaches to welfare provision and management, as well as a critical assessment of social, economic, and political considerations that shape social policies and the socio-economic position of social groups. Assessment: participation (20%), midterm (20%), presentation (20%), report (20%), final exam (20%).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
SPD 312
Host Institution Course Title
COMPARATIVE WELFARE STATES
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Host Institution Department
Social Policy and Development
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INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL ECONOMY
Country
Thailand
Host Institution
Thammasat University
Program(s)
Thammasat University
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Political Science
UCEAP Course Number
53
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL ECONOMY
UCEAP Transcript Title
POLITICAL ECON
UCEAP Quarter Units
5.00
UCEAP Semester Units
3.30
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the field of political economy by examining key theoretical developments through the history of the discipline. The course examines the emergence and evolution of capitalism beginning with the study of the first and the second global trading systems followed by other important developments until the rise globalization.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
PI 290
Host Institution Course Title
INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL ECONOMY
Host Institution Campus
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
Political Science