Doctor of Philosophy Program

Peacebuilding

The international Ph.D. in Peacebuilding aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice, contributing to knowledge production for advancing the impact and innovation of peace efforts. The program provides structured academic training along with various opportunities for hands-on fieldwork, extracurricular professional and academic development activities, and community service through the Religion, Culture, and Peace Laboratory.
There are two study plans appropriate for the students’ various academic backgrounds: a two-year study plan for those who have a master’s degree in peace studies or related fields, and a three-year study plan for those who have a master’s degree in other fields.

Doctor of Philosophy Program in Peacebuilding (International Program)
Ph.D. (Peacebuilding)

Peace Studies Department

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Revised curriculum 2025
Received approval from the University Board of Trustees at meeting 1/2568 on 14 January 2025.

Minimum Qualifications for Application

  • Master’s degree
  • TOEFL (iBT) score of not less than 79.

The Ph.D. Program in Peacebuilding has 2 study plans (1.1: two-year program and 2.1: three-year program). It is an international program which uses English as the main language of instruction.

Study plan 1.1: At least 48 credits.
Study plan 2.1: At least 54 credits.

Graduates will become proficient researchers and peacebuilders, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to foster sustainable global peace and conflict solutions. Specifically, they will be able to (1) design and conduct research independently, ethically, and rigorously to generate new knowledge and creative solutions to ending violent conflicts and building peace; (2) Communicate effectively and appropriately with various groups of people both in academic circles, and the general community through their academic works that are nationally and internationally accepted; and (3) Demonstrate leadership in promoting moral conduct and ethical behavior in conflict resolution and peacebuilding.

  • Peace educator
  • conflict mediator
  • leader of peacebuilding NGOs
  • independent researcher
  • social worker

Total expenses

For the entire 3 years course or 6 semesters:

Tuition package for the three-year PhD: 624,800 THB
Tuition package for the two-year PhD: 498,600 THB

*Fees for thesis proposal and final defense are not included.

Study Plan

Plan 1.1

Year 1
Semester I
Semester II
PB991 Dissertation
Courses without credit:
PB 804 Foundation of Peace Studies
PB 813 Cultural and Religious Dimensions of Peacebuilding
PB 834 Research Methodology in Peacebuilding
(Note: a student is required to take the courses or not depending on the opinion of the curriculum executive committee. Credits are not counted)
PB 991 Dissertation
Qualifying Exam
Proposal defense
Year 2
Semester I
Semester II
PB 991 Dissertation
PB 991 Dissertation

Plan 2.1

Year 1
Semester I
Semester II
PB 804 Foundation of Peace Studies
PB 812 Peacebuilding as a Philosophical Enterprise
PB 813 Cultural and Religious Dimensions of Peacebuilding
PB 823 Special Topics in Peacebuilding
PB 834 Research Methodology in Peacebuilding =
PB 837 Seminar on Contemporary Issues in Peacebuilding
Year 2
Semester I
Semester II
PB 992 Dissertation
Qualifying Exam
Proposal Defense
PB 992 Dissertation
Year 3
Semester I
Semester II
PB 992 Dissertation
PB 992 Dissertation

Instructors

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