Master's Degree
Master of Arts and Science (Integrated Science) — Air Pollution Management Innovation Consortium
About this Program
The Air Pollution Management Innovation Consortium emphasizes multidisciplinary learning—integrating global change context, GIS and data technologies, preventive innovations, policy design, toxicology, risk communication, and community engagement. The program develops experts capable of systematically addressing air pollution challenges, particularly PM2.5 in Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand, in a sustainable manner.
Program Highlights
The curriculum emphasizes multidisciplinary learning and integration for air pollution management, covering 8 core dimensions
- Global Change Context — Understanding the context of global environmental change.
- GIS Technology & Innovation — Geographic Information Systems technology and innovation.
- Data Technology & Innovation — Modern data technology and innovation.
- Preventive Technology & Innovation — Innovative technologies for pollution prevention.
- Policy Design — Design of environmental and air pollution policies.
- Toxicology — Toxicology and health impact studies.
- Risk Communication — Risk communication for the public.
- Community — Community participation and grassroots-driven approaches.
Study Plans
Master's Degree
- Plan 1 — Academic Type: Thesis Only (no coursework)
- Plan 2 — Academic Type (Mon–Fri): Coursework + Thesis
- Plan 3 — Profession Type (Sat–Sun): Coursework + Independent Study
Tuition Fee
Master's Degree
- Plan 1 (Academic Type): 180,000 THB total (45,000 THB/semester)
- Plan 2 (Academic Type): 180,000 THB total (45,000 THB/semester)
- Plan 3 (Profession Type): 180,000 THB total (45,000 THB/semester)
Remark: International students pay an additional 20,000 THB per semester on top of the standard tuition rate.
Applicant Qualifications
Master's Degree
- Must meet the requirements set by Chiang Mai University for each academic year, applicable to both Thai and international students.
- Must hold a bachelor's degree from an institution recognized by Chiang Mai University.
- Any additional qualifications are at the discretion of the Integrated Science Program's academic committee.
Career Path
- Public Sector Executives, Policy Makers, and Local Government Officers
- Environmental Engineers and Managers in the Industrial Sector
- Social Entrepreneurs and Social Enterprise Founders
- Researchers and Innovators
Teaching Collaborative Team
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Social Science
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Public Health
- Faculty of Political Science and Public Administration
- Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary School
Office
- Address: MMS, Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary School, Chiang Mai University, 239 Huay Kaew Road, Muang District, Chiang Mai 50200, THAILAND
- Program Staff: Ms. Porrama Charoenying
- Tel: 053-942405
- E-mail: Porrama.ch@cmu.ac.th
Chair of the Consortium
Associate Professor Somporn Chantara, Ph.D.
Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science
