Assumption University, Thailand
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Assumption University (AU, Thai: มหาวิทยาลัยอัสสัมชัญ) is a university with two campuses in the Hua Mak and Bang Plee areas of Bangkok, Thailand. The university is lead by the Brothers of St. Gabriel, who have been active in education in Thailand since 1901.
Assumption University became an autonomous educational institution in 1969 when Assumption Commercial College became Assumption School of Business. In 1972 it became Assumption Business Administration College (ABAC). In 1990 the college was granted university status by the Ministry of University Affairs and took the name Assumption University.
Assumption University is noted as one of Thailand's only universities attracting a large number of foreign students from countries including India, China, Myanmar, Russia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and other countries in Asia. Students from China make up the largest number with up to 6,000 students. Approximately 1,000 Indian students also attend the university. There are also exchange students from US (Loyola) and Europe.
Assumption University offers many courses such as Engineering, Science, Nursing, Law, Business Administration, and Communication Arts. It also offers master's degrees in English Language and Literature and English Language teaching, among other subjects.
Notable people
Athletics
- Yaowapa Boorapolchai, bronze medalist in the 2004 Summer Olympics
- Ravee Intporn-udom
External link
World Universities Debating Championships [link]
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