Course Philosophy
Certificate Course in Knowledge of The Land for Sustainable Development is a short-term course that provides module-based learning under the concept of Bachelor of Science in Knowledge of The Land for Sustainable Development. Each course has clear and complete professional goals. Learners can apply the knowledge they have gained to a relevant career. In addition, learners can study and collect credits to obtain a degree for Bachelor of Science in Knowledge of The Land for Sustainable Development as well. Such development of teaching and learning format is a model in accordance with the changing situation of the world and the national development policy which includes transformation of learning to create Thai people 4.0 and smart farming with the following objectives:
Objectives
- To become a model of short course (module) which integrates diverse disciplines to achieve completeness in and of itself so learners can apply knowledge gained to their careers.
- Promote lifelong learning because learners can be among those in school age and working age, the elderly, or the disadvantaged who need knowledge from career building courses.
- Promote lessons in entrepreneurship and modern agriculture (smart farming) with an emphasis on practicality. The students can start a new business (start-up) or become farmers and entrepreneurs according to their selected courses.
- Promote arrangement of innovative learning and new knowledge creation
- Promote learning in collaboration with the establishment/community in the form of work-integrated learning to develop the skills needed for the job and build readiness to work.
Applicant Eligibility
Applications are accepted from people of all genders and ages. Anyone can apply as long as you are passionate about lifelong learning, have experience or interest in the course, and are ready to Reskill-Upskill.
Course Description
New Graduates Generation Project
Principles and Reasons
The mechanism driving Thailand towards the stable, prosperous, and sustainable Thailand 4.0 pushes the traditional economy towards an innovation-driven economy. Be it the 20-year National Strategy (2017-2036), the 12th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2017-2021), or the National Education Plan (2017-2036), all of them emphasize the development and empowerment of people. This is because human resource development is an important factor in leading the country to become a developed country. The goal for characteristics of Thai people 4.0 includes being knowledgeable with high skills and capabilities, having public mind and being socially responsible, understanding digital technology, and becoming international Thai person. To achieve the aforementioned goals, there are several important development approaches, namely improvement of values and culture, development of human potential throughout their lifetime, transformation of learning, development and maintenance of a talent pool. The emphasis is on quality of education and education for all ages, which is in line with higher education reform guidelines proposed by the Commission on Education and Sports, National Legislative Assembly, in order to achieve concrete country development. This includes the development of citizen potentials to increase competitiveness, curriculum design reform, teacher reform in higher education institutions, learning processes and methods of management reform, research reform, redistribution of opportunities and reduction of educational disparities, and promoting the use of information technology for education. All of which concludes in a transformation of learning.
Objectives
Non-Degree Program in Knowledge of The Land for Sustainable Development is a short-term course that provides module-based learning. Each course has clear and complete professional goals. Learners can apply the knowledge they have gained to a relevant career. In addition, learners can study and collect credits to obtain a degree for Bachelor of Science in Knowledge of The Land for Sustainable Development as well. Such development of teaching and learning format is a model in accordance with the changing situation of the world and the national development policy which includes transformation of learning to create Thai people 4.0 and smart farming with the following objectives:
- To become a model of short course (module) which integrates diverse disciplines to achieve completeness in and of itself so learners can apply knowledge gained to their careers.
- Promote lifelong learning because learners can be among those in school age and working age, the elderly, or the disadvantaged who need knowledge from career building courses.
- Promote lessons in entrepreneurship and modern agriculture (smart farming) with an emphasis on practicality. The students can start a new business (start-up) or become farmers and entrepreneurs according to their selected courses.
- Promote arrangement of innovative learning and new knowledge creation
- Promote learning in collaboration with the establishment/community in the form of work-integrated learning to develop the skills needed for the job and build readiness to work.
Module’s Connection to Major Industries
Non-Degree Program in Knowledge of The Land for Sustainable Development consists of various professional or operational modules. This will help build Thai people 4.0 to be well-versed in both theory and practice. The emphasis is placed on knowledge, competence, and practical skills from real-world exercise to develop modern farmers, shifting from traditional farming today to smart farming that focuses on management and technology, allowing farmers to earn more as entrepreneurs who can increase the value of processed agricultural products. Start-ups that are innovation-driven enterprises (IDE) are very important bases in stimulating Thailand to become “a country with stability, prosperity, sustainability.”
Non-Degree Program in Knowledge of The Land for Sustainable Development consists of 37 modules. Each module has different learning goals and consists of 4-5 courses which, in total, is equivalent to 20 credits. Each module takes 1 semester to complete. The modules are connected and aligned with the industry that is vital in driving the economy of the country forward. They also correspond to Thai education reform and national development in accordance with the New Graduates Generation Project of the Ministry of Education as shown in Figure 2.
