Qualifications
1. Open to current BU undergraduate students of Year 1 to Year 3 in both Thai Program and International Program. Students enrolled in international programs are eligible to apply only for the Study Abroad and Short Course streams.
2. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 at the time of application. First-year students who have not yet received grades may still apply; however, they will become ineligible if their GPA for the first semester falls below 2.50.
3. Able to communicate in English at a level in accordance with the chosen Stream:
3.1) Study Abroad Stream: CEFR-level B2 or higher
3.2) Short Course Stream: CEFR-level B1 or higher
3.3) English Language Stream: Beginner with a strong commitment to improving their English language skills
4. Demonstrate an international mindset, eagerness to improving their English language skills, study abroad or work for international organizations
5. Have the capability to represent the University
6. Willing to engage in language-skill cultivating activities as assigned by the University
7. Have at least one academic year remaining at Bangkok University, starting from the first day of the academic year following the year of application.
Conditions
1. The Scholarship Award of THB 100,000 is to support participation in one of the following:
- An exchange program at a BU partner university overseas
- A short course overseas (excluding English language courses)
- A short-term English language program overseas
2. Applicants must select one scholarship stream when applying. If selected, the scholarship may only be used for the stream indicated in the application.
3. Study Abroad Stream – For students who plan to use the scholarship for an overseas exchange program at a BU partner university.
4. Short Course Stream – For students who plan to use the scholarship for a short course overseas, excluding English language courses, to develop skills related to their field of study in an international context.
5. English Language Stream – For students who plan to use the scholarship for an English language program overseas to improve their English language skills.
6. Scholarship Recipients must use the scholarship only for educational expenses that correspond to their selected stream.
7. The Scholarship may be used for education delivered in English or for necessary preparation expenses related to the overseas program.
"Preparation Expenses" may include essential travel-related goods or services, such as luggage, winter clothing, visa fees, international mobile/roaming packages, and other necessary travel expenses approved by Bangkok University.
8. Scholarship Recipients are required to demonstrate their ability to promote English language development by proposing ways BU can support students’ English language development, along with their own role in promoting these initiatives.
Eligible Programs for Scholarship
All Thai and International Undergraduate Programs
Students enrolled in international programs are eligible to apply only for the Study Abroad and Short Course streams.
How to Apply:
Apply online and submit the required supporting documents through this link. Please log in using your BU email and password.
Required Documents
For Study Abroad Stream or Short Course Stream:
1. An official transcript
2. Statement of Purpose (in English, no more than one A4 page), outlining:
2.1) Your motivation for applying for this scholarship
2.2) How you plan to make use of the scholarship if selected (e.g. what you plan to study, where, and why)
2.3) How receiving this scholarship will benefit your future
2.4) Why you believe you deserve this scholarship
3. Essay in English (no more than one A4 page) on the topic:
"What can the University do to help students improve their English skills, and what role can you play in supporting this initiative?"
4. A letter of recommendation from your Advisor
5. English language proficiency test score:
Study Abroad Stream: CEFR-level B2 or higher
Short Course Stream: CEFR-level B1 or higher
(Based on official score conversion tables from test providers.)
English Language Stream:
1. An official transcript
2. Portfolio (in Thai or English) demonstrating your commitment to improving your English language skills. This may include (but is not limited to):
2.1) Proof of participation in SALLC activities (e.g. photos)
2.2) Proof of participation in activities in which English is used as a medium of communication, both inside and outside the University
2.3) Proof of using English-learning apps regularly (e.g. screenshots of achievements in Duolingo)
2.4) Proof of taking English classes outside of university studies
2.5) Proof of participation in English language competitions (Participation starting from middle school to undergraduate level is acceptable.)
2.6) Proof of consistent use of English media, such as library borrowing records, photos of your bookshelf, gaming history in English (e.g. hours played on Steam/Nintendo Switch/PS5), or Netflix viewing history
2.7) Any other proof that demonstrates the applicant’s commitment to improving English language skills
3. Essay (in Thai or English, no more than one A4 page) on the topic:
"What can the University do to help students improve their English skills, and what role can you play in supporting this initiative?"
4. A letter of recommendation from your Advisor
5. English language proficiency test scores (if any)
Remarks: The choice of language (Thai or English) for items 2 and 3 will not affect the evaluation.
Selection Criteria
The scholarship selection process consists of two rounds: Round 1: Documents Screening and Round 2: Online Interview.
Round 1: Documents Screening
We’ll carefully review your application materials to select candidates for interviews. Each stream has its own criteria:
For Study Abroad or Short Course Stream:
• Statement of Purpose – Tell us why you’re applying and what you hope to achieve – 55%
• Essay Topic: “What can the University do to help students improve their English skills?” – 45%
For English Language Stream:
• Portfolio – Show us your passion and effort to improve your English – 55%
• Essay Topic: “What can the University do to help students improve their English skills?” – 45%
Round 2: Online Interview
If you’re shortlisted, we’ll invite you to an online interview.
Study Abroad or Short Course Stream (Interview in English):
• Ability to promote English skills development – 30%
• Clarity and fluency in spoken English – 25%
• Clear communication of personal goals – 25%
• Ability to represent the University well – 10%
• Ability to live abroad independently – 10%
English Language Stream (Interview in Thai):
• Ability to communicate your commitment to improving your English skills – 50%
• Ability to promote English skills development – 30%
• Ability to represent the University well – 10%
• Ability to live abroad independently – 10%
If there's a tie:
If applicants receive the same total score, we’ll use GPA as the tiebreaker (unless the applicants are first-year students without an official GPA).
All decisions made by the selection committee are deemed final. The Global Explorer Scholarship is non-transferable.
