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One-Year Thai Course and Education Visa

The One-Year, 180-hour intensive Thai course at the Khon Kaen University Language Institute ensures a candidate's ability to integrate into Thai culture smoothly and easily. Enrollment in the course also makes one eligible for a 1-year Education Visa.

The courses include in-depth information about not only language, but all things Thai. Some of the main topics include Buddhism, Thai food, Thai history and social etiquette. With a maximum class size of ten people, you are assured the personal attention you need and the ability to take an active role in the direction of the topics explored.

One of the unique aspects of the one-year Thai course offered at the Khon Kaen University Language Institute, is our approach to learning the Thai language. We strongly believe that learning to read from the beginning is an integral part of the Thai-language learning process. After the initial introduction to the Thai character set, one can more easily assimilate the tones and rhythm of the Thai language.

Course Details

The course is 180 hours, taught 4 hours a week for 45 weeks.  Students will be awarded a certificate of completion from Khon Kaen University.  A new course opens every month.  In order to secure your place in a course, a tuition deposit is required.  This payment can be made through bank transfer, online or in person at the Language Institute.

Course Content

In addition to a solid grounding in Thai communication skills, students will also explore many of the most important parts of contemporary Thai culture.  Every week will include an in-depth look at several of these topics: Buddhism, Thai traditional medicine, "Sanook" (fun), current events, and Thailand's place in the world. The classes will include many excursions to temples and villages, as well as unique and interesting guided self-study opportunities.

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