History

About MUIC

History

History

For an institution of higher learning founded more than three decades ago, Mahidol University International College has come a long way. It is now recognized as the leading international college in a public university in Thailand, noted for its liberal education and diverse and international environment. MUIC’s modest beginnings and its continuing success in meeting challenges serves as an inspiration.

2024

MUIC’s 38th Anniversary
Bridging Cultures, Building Futures

The slogan for this year’s anniversary celebration, “38 Years of Global Empowerment: Bridging Cultures, Building Futures” suggests that over the course of 38 years, there has been a concerted effort to empower individuals. This empowerment has been achieved through initiatives aimed at bridging cultural divides, fostering understanding, and promoting cooperation among diverse communities. Furthermore, it implies that these efforts have contributed to the creation of opportunities and pathways for individuals to build better futures for themselves and others, ultimately leading to positive societal and global development.

2021

MUIC celebrated its 35th anniversary in March 2021 amidst the Covid-19 pandemic which has seen the campus going into lockdown twice since 2020. MUIC conducted classes through either online, blended or hybrid types of learning strategies, depending on the prevailing pandemic situation. It also enhanced its academic offerings by introducing the iDesign Elective Program and a new major (Creative Technology) in 2020.

2018
30 Years and Beyond

More than three decades after its establishment, MUIC currently offers 17 undergraduate majors in Arts, Sciences, Communication Arts, Engineering, and Business Administration, along with two master’s degree programs, for approximately 3,000 students.

2017
Breaking New Ground: Aditayathorn Building

MUIC inaugurates its newest facility, Aditayathorn Building, named in honor of Her Royal Highness Princess Aditayathorn Mahidol who is also a distinguished alumna.

1998
MUIC Continues to Grow

A six-story complex is completed in order to accommodate over 1,000 students. A new managerial style is also introduced, in addition to an expansion of academic offerings, additional internships, including the Salaya Pavilion Hotel and Training Center, a pre-college program and the formation of offices that addresses both student and alumni needs.

1996
Full-fledged Faculty

With approval from the Mahidol University Council, ISDP is officially designated Mahidol University International College (MUIC), giving it the full weight and stature of a faculty.

1992
New Building and Majors

ISDP officially dedicates its new building, which can accommodate 486 students, and introduces two additional majors in Business Administration and Food Science and Technology.

1986
ISDP: Forerunner of MUIC

The Mahidol University Council officially endorses the formation of an International Students Degree Program (ISDP) with seven major offerings in the Sciences and Travel Industry Management.

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