Master of Arts Program in Vernacular Architecture and Built Environment
(Revised Curriculum 2022)
Name of Degree and Field of Study
Full name: Master of Arts (Vernacular Architecture and Built Environment)
Abbreviation of name: M.A. (Vernacular Architecture and Built Environment)
Total Number of Credits
Plan A1 equivalent of 36 credits
Plan A2 not less than 36 credits
Plan B not less than 36 credits
Character of the Program
1. Type of program: Master’s degree 2 years (may be completed within 1.5 years)
2. Language medium: Thai and/or English
3. Student intake: Thai and foreign students who are able to communicate in Thai and/or English
4. Collaboration with other institutes: This program is run exclusively by the organizing institute.
5. Degree conferred: Single degree
Career Opportunities after Graduation
1. Designer of architecture and built environment
2. Lecturer, professor at the level of tertiary education
3. Researcher in public / private organization or institute of higher learning
4. Producer of various information media
5. Specialist in conservation, community development and cultural heritage
6. Entrepreneur in the fields of vernacular architecture, communities and the built environment
7. Other related modern innovative professions such as blogger/vlogger, cultural influencer
Objectives of the Program
1. To produce graduates who possess knowledge, ability, and research ethics in gathering information on vernacular architecture and built environment for conservation and accumulation of further knowledge on cultural resources that may be applicable to development in the context of contemporary society
2. To produce graduates who possess 21st century skills and life-long learning ambitions especially with regards to vernacular architecture and built environment
3. To produce graduates who possess knowledge of vernacular architecture and built environment that forms the basis of creative thinking for furthering academic development as well as development of the architectural and design professions
4. To produce graduates who possess knowledge of human settlements, vernacular architecture and built environment with profound understanding and respect for cultural diversities within the Asian region so as to help raise the people’s quality of life in accordance with sustainable development objectives.
Eligibility to Apply
1. Applicants must be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in any field
2.Possess the qualities stipulated under Article 7 of Silpakorn University Graduate Studies Regulations, 2023 and/or subsequent changes thereof.
Number of Credits
Total of not less than 36 credits
Structure of the Curriculum
The Master of Arts Program in Vernacular Architecture and Built Environment offers the following study plans to choose from:
Plan A1
Compulsory courses non-credit 6 credits
Thesis equivalent to 36 credits
Total number of credits throughout the program 36 credits
Plan A2
Compulsory courses a number of 12 credits
Elective courses not less than 12 credits
Thesis equivalent to 12 credits
Minimum total number of credits throughout the program 36 credits
Plan B
Compulsory courses a number of 12 credits
Elective courses not less than 18 credits
Independent Study equivalent to 6 credits
Minimum total number of credits throughout the program 36 credits
Note: - Plans A1 and A2 do not require students to take Comprehensive Exam
- Plan B students are required to take Comprehensive Exam after having studied and passed altogether not less than 18 credits of compulsory and elective courses
Tuition fee per course
84,000 Baht
*University fees are not included.
