Faculty of Political Science · Chulalongkorn University

Two Degrees Two Worlds One Future

The Bachelor of Arts Program in Political Science (Public Policy, Global Affairs, and Society) (International Program) or PGS

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About the Program

A Dual-Degree Program for a Changing World

PGS offers an interdisciplinary education that equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex and evolving world around them. Through diverse approaches to critical thinking, research, and analysis, the program explores global affairs, public policy, and contemporary social challenges. PGS prepares students to engage thoughtfully with global issues and develop the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to become responsible and committed changemakers.

Spend two years at Chulalongkorn University and two years at a partner university abroad, earning two bachelor’s degrees: one from Chulalongkorn University and one from the partner university.

Why choose PGS

One Program, Two Degrees, Multiple Tracks

A First of Its Kind

Thailand's first political science program to offer multiple dual-degree tracks with leading international partner universities

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Two Degrees

Two years at Chulalongkorn and two years abroad, earning a bachelor’s degree from both institutions

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Choose Your Own Track

Explore the available tracks and choose the academic pathway that best aligns with your interests and goals

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Partner University

PGS continues to develop and expand its global network of partner universities. Partner universities and tracks shown on this website are subject to change and do not constitute a guarantee of future availability. The latest available options will be announced before each track selection period. Requirements, availability, and conditions may vary by partner university and track.

International Relations
Social Policy, Sociology and Crime
Sociology

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Development
Environment and Society
Health and Social Policy

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What makes us different

PGS Uniqueness

Diverse and Interdisciplinary Curriculum

PGS offers a broad range of multidisciplinary and specialized courses, developed through international academic collaboration. Its curriculum provides students with fundamental knowledge of the social sciences while integrating public policy, global affairs, and societal studies with related disciplines, including philosophy, political science, sociology, anthropology, criminology, and international relations. It also incorporates issue-based learning and academic skill development, equipping students with strong theoretical foundations and practical competencies to engage with complex social issues and advance the public interest.

Contemporary and Global Relevance

PGS is firmly grounded in addressing contemporary and emerging global-local dynamics. The program encourages students to critically engage with complex, interconnected challenges shaping today’s world, while equipping them with intellectual tools to anticipate, navigate, and influence future developments as informed leaders and changemakers.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

The program provides opportunities for experiential learning through research-based assignments, independent research, and other faculty-guided academic work. Students can gain valuable real-world insights through direct engagement with distinguished faculty members, alumni, field specialists, policymakers, and practitioners from an extensive network of international partner institutions and professional organizations.

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