Austrian
Association of 
East Asian Studies

History, Politics, Economy & Society in Southeast Asia
International Summer School 2006

The University of Linz (Institute of Societal and Social Policy), Thammasat University, and the Austrian Association of East Asian Studies are for the first time organising a joint international and academic Summer School in Thailand.

Time and place: 14 August - 8 September 2006, Thammasat University, Bangkok

Program outline:  
Lectures are held at Thammasat University, the working language is English. The program comprises a three-weeks’ course (Monday through Friday, six units a day, totalling 90 units) and a scheduled trip to historic sites in week 4.

The following courses will be offered: (Details in PDF)
1. Introduction to the History of Southeast Asia
2. Economic development of Thailand
3. Economic development of Southeast Asia
4. The Changing Thai Society
5. Thailand’s political system
6. Introduction to Thailand's foreign policy

The courses mentioned above are regular courses (on graduate level) offered by Thammasat University. They have been specifically adapted for this Summer School by renowned professors and will be held in block sessions.

The Summer School will be concluded by a written final exam giving students the opportunity to transfer credits to their home university (One course = 2 credits)

Qualification requirements:
Students at universities (both graduate and undergraduate), universities of applied sciences and various educational institutions as well as employees with international companies; proficient knowledge of English

Accommodation:

Buddy Lodge Hotel (twin room)

Fee:  € 2350,- *  

for further information please don't hesitate to contact us!
summerschool@eastasia.at

Application form

application deadline: 31 May 2006

*The fee include flight ticket (Vienna-Bangkok-Vienna), accommodation/breakfast, tuition, transport and accommodation in week 4. Fees may vary according to fluctuations in the exchange rate.