Master of Science Program
Department of Agricultural Communication and Information Science
Master of Science Program in Agricultural Communication and Information Science
Curriculum philosophy
Focused on producing master's graduates equipped with knowledge in communication alongside information science through active learning where instructors act as learning leaders and promote critical thinking. Students will develop knowledge and skills to achieve in-depth expertise in communication and information technology through real-world experience and simulations, in order to create research and innovation that elevate Thai agriculture.
Course objectives
- Produce master's graduates with knowledge and skills in communication combined with agricultural information science
- Produce master's graduates with knowledge and skills in communication and information science research to elevate agriculture.
- Produce master's degree graduates who can apply knowledge and skills to create innovations in agricultural communication and information science.
- Produce master's degree graduates with morality, ethics, code of conduct, and the ability to adapt to changes in global society.
Course information
Career opportunities after graduation
academic in the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives
Public Relations Academic, Department of Agricultural Extension
Organizations related to agricultural communication research
Scholars in an agricultural media production company
Communications Consultant in an Agricultural Company
Starting a private business
Curriculum structure
Master of Science Program in Agricultural Communication and Information Science
Curriculum 2020: Plan A Type A 1
| Subject category | Credit | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Thesis Course Category | 38 | Credit |
| Seminar subject group | 2 | Not for credit |
| Compulsory courses | 3 | Not for credit |
Curriculum of 2020: Plan A Type A 2
| Subject category | Credit | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Thesis Course Category | 12 | Credit |
| Seminar subject group | 2 | Credit |
| Compulsory courses | 18 | Credit |
| Elective courses | 6 | Credit |
| Total | 38 | Credit |
2020 Curriculum: Plan B
| Subject category | Credit | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Study Course Category | 6 | Credit |
| Seminar subject group | 2 | Credit |
| Compulsory courses | 24 | Credit |
| Elective courses | 6 | Credit |
| Total | 38 | Credit |
Curriculum 2025: Plan 1 Type 1
Total number of credits: 36 credits
| Subject category | Credit | Note |
|---|---|---|
| A. Thesis Category | 36 | Credit |
| B. Seminar Courses | 2 | Not for credit |
| C. Required Courses | 3 | Not for credit |
| Total | 36 | Credit |
Curriculum 2025: Plan 1, Type 2
Total number of credits: 36 credits
| Subject category | Credit | Note |
|---|---|---|
| A. Thesis Category | 12 | Credit |
| B. Seminar Courses | 2 | Not for credit |
| C. Required Courses | 15 | Credit |
| D. Elective courses | 9 | Credit |
| Total | 36 | Credit |
Curriculum 2025: Plan 2
Total number of credits: 36 credits
| Subject category | Credit | Note |
|---|---|---|
| A. Independent Study Category | 6 | Credit |
| B. Seminar Courses | 2 | Not for credit |
| C. Required Courses | 21 | Credit |
| D. Elective courses | 9 | Credit |
| Total | 36 | Credit |
Course learning outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes: PLO
Discuss the principles, concepts, and theories of communication, information, and agriculture to lead to the extension of knowledge in related disciplines.
Apply knowledge in agricultural communication and information science for agricultural development
Analyze communication and agricultural data to appropriately and creatively plan communication strategies targeting audiences through traditional and digital media.
Can conduct research leading to knowledge and innovation in communication and information science for agricultural development
Can conduct research leading to innovation in the development of agricultural communication and information science professions
Use the principles of data source citation in research and creative works, and do not plagiarize the academic work of others.
Admission / Fees
General information for applicants
Fee
25,000 THB / semester
Admission requirements
Be a bachelor's degree graduate or equivalent, with various requirements in accordance with the institute's regulations on graduate studies, B.E. 2559 (2016).
Student admitted under Plan A, Type A 1
- Must hold a bachelor's degree in agricultural communication, agricultural extension, agricultural development, communication arts, mass communication, journalism, educational technology, communication, agriculture, or other related fields from an educational institution recognized by the Civil Service Commission (OCSC) or the institute.
- Those who have graduated from a related field are required to take remedial courses at the discretion of the program management committee.
- Have at least 1 year of work or research experience related to agricultural communication or other related fields, supported by a certificate of employment from a supervisor, with the exception of international students.
- In accordance with the Regulations of King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang for Graduate Studies, B.E. 2559 (2016)
Admitted students, Plan A, Type A 2
- Must hold a bachelor's degree in agricultural communication, agricultural extension, agricultural development, communication arts, mass communication, journalism, educational technology, communication, agriculture, or other related fields from an educational institution recognized by the Civil Service Commission (OCSC) or the institute.
- Achieve a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.50
- Those who have graduated from a related field are required to take remedial courses at the discretion of the program management committee.
- In the event that the applicant does not meet the specified qualifications, it shall be at the discretion of the Curriculum Administrative Committee.
Admitted students, Plan B
- Must hold a bachelor's degree in agricultural communication, agricultural extension, agricultural development, communication arts, mass communication, journalism, educational technology, communication, agriculture, or other related fields from an educational institution recognized by the Civil Service Commission (OCSC) or the institute.
- Those who have graduated from a related field are required to take remedial courses at the discretion of the program management committee.
- Have at least 1 year of work or research experience related to agricultural communication or other related fields, supported by a certificate of employment from a supervisor, with the exception of international students.
- In the event that the applicant does not meet the specified qualifications, it shall be at the discretion of the Curriculum Administrative Committee.