Educational Philosophy

The educational philosophy of the Master of Science in Game Technology and Gamification program (GT) is defined as Student-Centered Approach, Constructivism and Essentialism Blending and is also aligned with Mahidol University’s educational philosophy. Essentialism has been employed to deliver some core essential knowledge in GT to students while the Student-Centered Approach and Constructivism are common philosophies adopted by the university.

Vision

To provide superior academic and professional opportunities in digital computing education, research, and innovation responsive to the needs of a rapidly changing world, elevating the national and global digital economy.

Objectives

1. To produce graduates with academic and IT professional morals and ethics.
2. To produce graduates with knowledge in the principles and theory of game technology and gamification, and the ability to independently study related technological advancement in game technology.
3. To produce graduates who can develop research and knowledge in game technology and gamification, apply and integrate game technology knowledge towards other fields to create efficient and useful software to the society.
4. To produce graduates who have creativity, teamwork, leadership, social interaction, and self-responsibility skills.
5. To produce graduates who can properly use information technology and analytical skills with numerical techniques to develop and research in game technology and gamification fields as well as have good English communication skills.

Location of Study

Faculty of ICT, Mahidol University (MU Building, 23rd floor), Vipawadee Rangsit Road, Bangkok, Thailand

Educational Management System

Educational System
Two semesters per year
Summer Semester
The program offers a summer session.
Typical class hours
1^st Semester: August to November
2^nd Semester: December to March
Summer Semester: April to July

Tuition Fees

* Official Tuition Fees Announcement from Mahidol University

Graduation Criteria

Duration of graduation: 2 years 
Total Credits: No fewer than 36 credits

Graduation requirements:

Plan A (Thesis)
1. Total time of study should not exceed the study plan.
2. Students must complete courses as stated in the curriculum. At least 24 credits excluding thesis (12 credits) for 36 credits in total, with a minimum CUM-GPA of 3.00.
3. Students must meet the English Competence Standard of Graduate Students, Mahidol University as defined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
4. Students must participate in skill development activities by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
5. Students must submit theses and pass the thesis defence in accordance with the Regulations of Mahidol University on Graduate Studies.
6. Theses are required to be published in an international academic journal or proceedings that is listed by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.

Plan B (Thematic Paper)

1. Total time of study should not exceed the study plan.
2. Students must complete courses as stated in the curriculum at least 30 credits excluding the thematic paper (6 credits) for 36 credits in total, with a minimum CUM-GPA of 3.00.
3. Students must meet the English Competence Standard of Graduate Students, Mahidol University as defined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
4. Students must participate in skill development activities by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
5. Students must pass the comprehensive examination following Regulations of Mahidol University on Graduate Studies.
6. Student must propose and complete a thematic paper and pass the oral thematic paper Examination required for graduation according to regulations of Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
7. The Thematic paper or a part of thematic paper must be published and searchable.

Curriculum Structure

Study Plan

Elective Courses

Students enrolled in this program must fulfill elective requirements by choosing from the following courses:

Research Areas

• Gamification
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Graphics
• Computer Animation
• Computer Vision
• Virtual Reality
• Multiplayer Online Game
• Mobile Game

Teaching & Assessment

Program Learning Outcomes

• PLO1 Demonstrate the ability to follow appropriate ethics and professional code of conduct with self and social responsibilities including conduct in research and academic activities.
• PLO2 Comprehend relevant computer science
  knowledge necessary for game development including artificial intelligence and interactive systems.
• PLO3 Comprehend game design and development process from requirements gathering, design and implementation, project management, documentation, testing, to product marketing.
• PLO4 Apply game technology and gamification to solve real-
  world problem in related domain such as medicine, military, education, and entertainment.
• PLO5 Identify opportunity for innovation in game technology and gamification.
• PLO6 Evaluate existing game technology and gamification to identify strengths and weaknesses.
• PLO7 Create novel solution to a game technology and gamification related problem.
• PLO8 Demonstrate leadership and effective English communication in both speaking and writing.

Future Careers

1. Researcher in Game Technology and Gamification
2. Game Designer
3. Game Developer
4. Game Analyst and Game Tester
5. Interactive/Creative Media Specialist
6. Developer and Designer in Virtual Reality
7. Multimedia Developer
8. Developer in Computer Graphic
9. Developer in Animation

Download

• Master of Science in Game Technology and Gamification curriculum

APPLICATION

For prospective students:

Eligible students must have the following qualifications:

1. Hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, information and communication technology, or other related fields, from a university accredited by the Office of the Higher Education Commission. For other related fields, the applicant must have at least 15 credits of computer-related courses and have relevant work experience.
2. Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75.
3. Those who do not satisfy the above requirements may apply, subject to approval from the chair of the curriculum and the dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

To apply to Mahidol University’s Master of Science in Game Technology and Gamification Program, please visit the graduation school website via this link (http://www.grad.mahidol.ac.th/)

Important Dates (Academic Year 2023)

CONTACT US

Dr. Mores Prachyabrued
Faculty of Information and Communication Technology Mahidol University 999 Phuttamonthon 4 road Salaya, Phuttamonthon Nakhonpathom 73170 THAILAND Tel: 66-2-441-0909
email: mores.pra@mahidol.ac.th

Important Dates (Academic Year 2023)

Tuition Fees

* Official Tuition Fees Announcement from Mahidol University

Education fees information

• Education fees information, B.E. 2564 (2021)

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for exceptional students. The applicant can apply for a scholarship in the application form. The scholarship award will be considered by the program committee on a case by case basis.