The Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University () is located in Bangkok, Thailand. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. The faculty has gained recognition for its academic excellence and has been consistently ranked among the top science schools in Thailand. In the QS World University Rankings by Subject, the Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University has achieved a position within the top 500 for Biological Sciences, Chemistry, and Computer Science & Information Systems.
The faculty is known for its distinguished faculty members, including Princess Chulabhorn, a scientist and member of the royal family. Princess Chulabhorn has received honors such as the UNESCO Albert Einstein medal for her contributions to the field of science.
Kasetsart University acknowledges the fundamental role of basic science as a cornerstone of higher education across all faculties. In line with this belief, the Faculty of Science and Arts was established in 1966. Subsequently, on June 17, 1981, the faculty underwent a name change and became officially known as the Faculty of Science.
The Faculty consists of 13 departments: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Botany, Genetics, Microbiology, Zoology, Applied Radiation and Isotope, Physics, Materials Science, Earth Science, Computer Science, and Statistics. It is widely recognized within the academic community as a prominent institution in Thailand, particularly known for its research contributions in fields such as Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Data Sciences, among others.
Undergraduate programs
Postgraduate programs
Undergraduate students at the Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University complete their degree in four years. In the initial two years of study, students take courses in basic sciences, mathematics, English, and foundational disciplines.
The Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University offers undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in international exchange programs as part of its commitment to internationalizing education. The Faculty has established student exchange agreements with universities in the United States, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.
The postgraduate program at the Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University is designed for students who are interested in pursuing master's or doctoral degrees and aspire to become scholars capable of conducting high-quality scientific research in various fields including Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Data Sciences.
Furthermore, the Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University has established extensive collaboration and exchange programs with international institutions such as Yale University (USA), University of California (USA), University of Bristol (UK), University of Bath (UK), Kyoto University (Japan), Waseda University (Japan), Chimie ParisTech, PSL University (France), Stockholm University (Sweden), and others.
The Faculty of Science at Kasetsart University is actively engaged in research across various disciplines and is widely recognized as a leading institution in Thailand for research in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, and Computer Science & Information Systems. The faculty houses several research facilities dedicated to specific areas, including:
The Deans who lead the Faculty of Science at Kasetsart University include:
According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject, the Faculty of Science at Kasetsart University is ranked among the top 500 in the world for several disciplines:
Life Sciences & Medicine:
Natural Sciences:
Engineering & Technology:
In the 2020 U.S. News & World Report Ranking, Kasetsart University was ranked 747th in the field of Chemistry.
In the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, Kasetsart University was ranked 601-800th in Life Sciences, 601-800th in Computer Science, and 1001+ in Physical Sciences.
Throughout its history, a significant number of KU Science alumni have achieved notable success in various fields, including academia and beyond. Prominent alumni who have made significant contributions include Princess Chulabhorn, a Thai princess who received the UNESCO Albert Einstein medal in 1986 for her efforts in promoting scientific collaboration (KU35); Lieutenant General Poonpirom Liptapanlop, former Minister of Energy of Thailand (KU33); Ms. Jirawan Boonperm, former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology of Thailand (KU30); Mr. Somchai Tiamboonprasert, former Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Science and Technology of Thailand; Ms. Pannee Sriyuthasak, former Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Labour of Thailand and former Director General of the Department of Skill Development of Thailand (KU33); and Ms. Kongkanda Chayamarit, a Thai botanist and former Director General of The Botanical Garden Organization, Thailand (KU31).