Master of Arts Program in History of Architecture
(Revised Curriculum 2022)
Name of Degree and Field of Study
Full name: Master of Arts (History of Architecture)
Abbreviation of name: M.A. (History of Architecture)
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
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. Researcher in history of architecture or conservation of architecture with a public or private organization
2. Lecturer, professor at the level of tertiary education
3. Architectural conservationist
4. Academician in the field of history of architecture or conservation of architecture
5. Independent scholar
6. Other related professions such as documentary writer
Objectives of the Program
1. To produce graduates who, apart from having specialized knowledge in history of architecture and architectural conservation in Thailand and Southeast Asia, also possess moral and ethical qualities
2. To encourage studies and research on history of architecture and architectural conservation in Thailand and Southeast Asia
3. To build up body of knowledge in history of architecture and architectural conservation that can be useful for related academic and professional purposes such as conservation of historic buildings and sites, archaeology, related arts, and cultural tourism
4. To promote conservation of architectural heritage in connection with policies on conservation of national cultural heritage and in accordance with international standards and principles.
Eligibility to Apply
1. Applicants must possess the qualifications prescribed for each type of study plan as follows:
Plan A1
A Bachelor’s degree in any field and have passed all compulsory and elective courses as required by the former Master of Arts program in History of Architecture at Silpakorn University but have yet to complete the degree shall be subject to the approval of the Program Operating Committee
Plan A2 and Plan B
A Bachelor’s degree in any field, subject to deliberation by the Program Operating Committee
2. Possess the qualities stipulated under Article 7 of Silpakorn University Graduate Studies Regulations, 2023 and/or subsequent changes thereof.
Number of Credits
Plan A1 equivalent of 36 credits
Plan A2 not less than 36 credits
Plan B not less than 36 credits
Structure of the Curriculum
Plan A1
Compulsory courses non-credit 3 credits
Thesis equivalent to 36 credits
Total number of credits throughout the program 36 credits
Plan A2
Compulsory courses a number of 6 credits
Elective courses not less than 18 credits
Thesis equivalent to 12 credits
Minimum total number of credits throughout the program 36 credits
Plan B
Compulsory courses a number of 6 credits
Elective courses not less than 24 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 all compulsory courses and fulfilled necessary course conditions.
Tuition fee per course
100,000 Baht
*University fees are not included.
