Bachelor of Arts Programme in Social Development
Degree and Major
Degree title:
Bachelor of Arts (Social Development)
Abbreviation:
B.A. (Social Development)
Philosophy of the Program
The Bachelor of Arts in Social Development program emphasizes an education that balances both theoretical and practical outcomes. It aims to produce graduates who are knowledgeable, capable, ethical, and appreciative of local wisdom. The curriculum equips students with 21st-century skills, including learning and innovation, information literacy, media and technology proficiency, and life and career skills. These competencies prepare graduates for various professions, community resource management, and becoming reliable contributors to society within a multicultural framework, promoting well-being across all age groups based on sustainable development principles.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Demonstrate Ethical Integrity
Students exhibit behaviors that reflect ethical integrity, honesty, transparency, and ethics in social development.
Apply Social Development Processes
Students can apply social development processes that address the essential needs of communities, leading to effective field implementation.
Seeking Knowledge and Understanding
Students acquire foundational knowledge and conduct social science analyses related to societal situations.
Utilizing Technology Appropriate to Community Contexts
Students can select and apply technologies suitable for community contexts to facilitate social development.
Community and Social Research Skills
Students possess skills in community and social research, including conflict resolution and disaster management in the southern border provinces.
Adaptability and Openness to Opinions
Students are able to adapt, accept diverse opinions, and respect community integrity
Collaborative Work
Students can work collaboratively with others, respect cultural diversity, and possess effective communication skills.
Why Study Social Development at PSU Pattani?
The ultimate goal of social development is "humanity." When individuals are developed, it naturally leads to "societal development."
Learning from Real-World Community Work
Gain hands-on experience in community work, allowing you to contribute to and sustainably develop the community where you live.
Access modern tools
Access modern tools, equipment, and a wide range of learning resources to enhance your educational experience.
Experienced Academic Staff in Community and Social Development
Learn from professors with extensive experience and expertise in fieldwork related to community and social development.
Internships and Practical Training During Studies
Apply your knowledge to various career paths, equipping yourself with practical skills for the job market.
What Will You Learn?
The program emphasizes a learning process rooted in real-world community work, helping you understand the principles of social development, human nature, communities, and society. It fosters development through participation, recognizing the diversity of social and cultural contexts. This program equips students to be key contributors to societal systems that evolve with time, addressing concrete challenges faced by individuals, communities, and society while promoting sustainable self-reliance.
Example Courses You Will Study:
- Social Development
- Social Development for Sustainability
- Rural and Urban Resource Development
- Planning and Economic Development in Southern Thailand
- Sufficiency Economy and Sustainable Development
- Knowledge Management and Learning Society
- Psychology for Social Development
- Community-Based Tourism
- Rights and Social Welfare for All Age Groups
What Careers Can You Pursue?
- Social and Community Development Officer
- Policy and Planning Analyst
- Local Government Officer
- Politician and Political Official at both national and local levels
- Teacher, Lecturer, Academic Researcher in Social Sciences
- Other Independent Professions
Philosophy of Prince of Songkla University (PSU) | Total Credits Required for the Program: | 130 credits |
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| Program Status: | Revised Curriculum B.E. 2564 (2021) |
| Curriculum Structure / Study Plan: | Download file |
Tuition Fees and Study Duration
- Tuition Fee per Semester: 16,000 THB
- Program Duration: 4 years
- Total Tuition Fee for the Entire Program: 128,000 THB
Program Chair
Dr. Sulaiman Hamoh
Email : sulaiman.h@psu.ac.th
Tel : 3036
Facebook page :
sulaiman.h@psu.ac.th
Join Us in Pursuing Your Dreams and Discovering Your True Potential!
Bachelor of Arts (Social Development)
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, PSU
- Weaving the future together through social development.
- Building knowledge alongside the community.
- Caring for others with the heart of humanity. - Promoting physical and mental well-being in harmony with the community.
- Advancing knowledge for sustainable community development.
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