Established in 1974, the Faculty of Social Sciences at Kasetsart University is a multidisciplinary academic center comprising departments in Psychology, Law, History, Geography, Political Science and Public Administration, and Sociology and Anthropology. Offering programs from undergraduate to doctoral levels, the faculty emphasizes critical inquiry, empirical research, and civic responsibility. Through impactful scholarship and active community engagement, it contributes to national and regional development. This aligns with its vision: to inspire and foster active citizens through social sciences that address real-world challenges, promote social innovation, and create sustainability.
The Faculty of Social Sciences at Kasetsart University offers a vibrant and collaborative research environment for visiting scholars. With access to well-equipped departmental research centers, libraries, and, scholars are supported by a dynamic academic community engaged in both theoretical and applied research. The faculty encourages cross-disciplinary collaboration and provides opportunities to engage with national policy studies, regional development projects, and community-based research. Visiting scholars can benefit from partnerships with local institutions, fieldwork access across Thailand, and publication opportunities through the Scopus-indexed Kasetsart Journal of Social Sciences.
Prospective applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong academic background and a clear research agenda that aligns with the Faculty’s disciplines and areas of interest. They should actively contribute to the academic community through research collaboration, seminars, guest lectures, or joint publications. A commitment to interdisciplinary engagement, ethical research practices, and cultural sensitivity is essential. applicants are encouraged to initiate or participate in community-based projects and knowledge exchange activities that support the Faculty’s mission to address real-world challenges and promote social innovation and sustainability.