Thailand PISP Scholarship 2026 at KMUTT | Fully Funded Presidential International Scholarship Program

If you’re an international student with strong academic performance and a passion for design or architecture, the King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) Presidential International Scholarship Program (PISP) 2026 offers a valuable opportunity to study in Thailand. Applications are now open — here’s the full overview, eligibility, and application details to help you prepare a strong application.

🎓 Scholarship Summary

• Location: Bangkok, Thailand – at KMUTT, School of Architecture & Design (SoA+D)

• Host institution: KMUTT (School of Architecture & Design)

• Study level: Undergraduate, Master’s and PhD programmes (design/architecture‐focus) for international non-Thai students.

• Target group: Non-Thai students (international), with good academic record and proficiency in English.

• Fields of study: Design, architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture, communication design, design innovation, design & planning (graduate) programs.

• Value & coverage: 1 full-tuition scholarship (covers full tuition) + 4 half-tuition scholarships (50% of tuition) for the August 2025 intake.

• Duration: Up to full duration of the chosen study programme (undergraduate or graduate) provided conditions are met. (Exact duration depends on degree programme)

• Application deadline: Registration open from 3 November 2025 until 31 January 2026 for the 2026 intake. (Under PISP announcement)

  
  

📚 Scholarship Overview

The PISP at KMUTT is a merit-based scholarship for international students who wish to pursue design/architecture‐related studies at a leading Thai technological university. It aims to foster global talent, support internationalisation and build cross-cultural networks. Applicants should have a strong design interest or creative portfolio, and meet the English language benchmark set by the university. The programme provides either full or partial tuition support, allowing recipients to focus on their academic and creative development in a vibrant international setting. The school emphasises creativity, experimentation and an open mindset in design and architecture education.

📖 Eligible Study Programmes

The PISP scholarship covers selected programmes offered by KMUTT’s School of Architecture & Design (SoA+D) for the 2026 intake. These include:

• Undergraduate programmes:

  • B.Arch (Architecture)

  • B.Arch (Interior Architecture)

  • B.L.A. (Landscape Architecture)

  • B.F.A. (Design Innovation)

  • B.F.A. (Communication Design)

  • B.Sc. (Multiple Intelligences for Design Integration – Entrepreneurship Program)

• Graduate programmes:

  • M.Sc. (Design and Planning)

  • M.F.A. (Design and Planning)

  • Ph.D. (Design and Planning)

💲 Scholarship Benefits

• Tuition support: One full-tuition scholarship (100% of tuition) + four half-tuition scholarships (50% of tuition) available.

• Academic fees: The scholarship covers the tuition fees of the selected programme (or half for the partial scholarship).

• Access to resources and network: Recipients will join KMUTT’s School of Architecture & Design in Bangkok, gaining exposure to international peer groups, creative design environment, cross-cultural learning and building their global network.

• Career enhancement: With an English-compatible international programme, a strong portfolio, and access to creative academic training, scholars are positioned well for careers in global design/architecture sectors.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the following key criteria:

• Must be non-Thai nationality (international student)

• For undergraduate level: Good academic performance at high school level (Grade 10–12) with GPAX not less than 3.00 (or equivalent) in many cases.

• Must pass an English proficiency test: accepted scores include IELTS ≥ 5, TOEFL iBT ≥ 61, CU-TEP ≥ 61, CEFR ≥ B2 (51), TOEIC ≥ 605, RMIT English ≥ 5.

• Skills in the chosen field of study (design, architecture etc) and presentation of a portfolio (for design/architecture programmes) or statement of motivation.

• Applicants may be required to be nominated or selected by the School of Architecture & Design (SoA+D) at KMUTT.

• In the case of receiving the scholarship, students must maintain a required GPA each semester/academic year and abide by university regulations.

📝 Application Procedure

• Register online through the provided form during the application period (3 November 2025 – 31 January 2026).

• Undergo aptitude test and interview as part of selection process (scheduled for 16 February 2026 for that cycle).

• Select your programme (undergraduate, graduate or PhD) within the School of Architecture & Design, indicate whether you are applying for the scholarship.

🗂️ Documents Required

• CV (resume) – detailing education, achievements, portfolio (for design/architecture)

• Academic transcripts (high school for undergraduate; bachelor’s/master’s for graduate or doctoral)

• English proficiency test result (IELTS, TOEFL, etc)

• Portfolio of work (for programmes in design, architecture) – original pieces, sketches, drawings etc.

• Personal Statement of Motivation – why you wish to study at KMUTT, your career plans, and what you bring to the programme

• Other supporting documentation: passport copy, recent photo, etc.

• For graduate / doctoral: may include research proposal (depending on programme) and other relevant academic work.

ℹ️ Additional Information & Tips

• Since the scholarship is competitive and targeted at design/architecture disciplines, strong creative portfolios are essential (especially for undergraduate design programmes).

• Make sure your English proficiency meets or exceeds the minimum, as this is a clear requirement.

• You might need to select your intended programme early, and ensure you meet the design/architecture programme criteria (e.g., sketches, artwork, design submissions) where required.

• Check whether the programme is taught in English or Thai; since it’s an international student scholarship, ensure you are comfortable with the language of instruction.

• Keep track of the application deadlines and schedule your documents, portfolio, test scores and interview accordingly. Missing any step may disqualify you.

• Highlight in your personal statement how your international perspective, cross-cultural ambition or design interest aligns with KMUTT’s globalisation and creativity mission.

• Reach out to KMUTT’s admissions contact soadadmission@mail.kmutt.ac.th for the SoA+D to clarify any questions.

  
  

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