Thai Higher Education-related Organizations

Government Regulatory Organizations

This uniRank category encompass all federal, national, state, or local government bodies and agencies that are responsible for recognizing, overseeing, regulating and/or funding higher education institutions. Examples of such government regulatory organizations include Ministries of Higher Education, Departments of Higher Education and other similar government bodies with the authority and responsibility to govern the higher education sector. These organizations play a vital role in ensuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions within their respective jurisdictions.

Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand
Founded in 2019, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand is a government ministry responsible for overseeing and regulating higher education, scientific research and innovation in the country. The ministry plays a crucial role in shaping the future of… learn more

Accreditation and Quality Evaluation Organizations

This uniRank category includes public or private entities responsible for assessing and evaluating the quality, standards and performance of higher education institutions as a whole or their specific programs. Accreditation organizations typically have established criteria and guidelines that institutions must meet to be accredited. These criteria often cover areas such as faculty qualifications, curriculum, student services, infrastructure, governance and educational outcomes. The evaluation process usually involves self-assessment by the institution, peer reviews, site visits and documentation reviews. Accreditation is typically granted for a specific period and institutions must undergo periodic reviews to maintain the accredited status of the institution or its programs. Quality evaluation organizations, also known as quality assurance agencies or quality councils, are also responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality and standards of educational institutions and programs. Quality evaluation organizations often assess institutions based on factors such as educational outcomes, faculty qualifications, research output, student support services, infrastructure, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Both accreditation or quality evaluation organizations may operate at the national, regional or international level. The evaluations conducted by these organizations serve multiple purposes. They provide information to prospective students, employers, and other stakeholders about the quality and credibility of institutions or programs. Additionally, the evaluations can help institutions identify areas for improvement and implement quality enhancement measures.
It's worth noting that accreditation and quality evaluation organizations can vary in their structures, methodologies and specific areas of focus. Different countries and regions may have their own accrediting bodies or quality assurance agencies with distinct frameworks and processes for evaluation

Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment
The Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA) is a government agency responsible for ensuring the quality and standards of education in Thailand. Established in 2000, ONESQA is responsible for evaluating and accrediting educational institutions, programs and personnel… learn more

University Associations and Alliances

This uniRank category encompass all organizations or collaborative networks that bring together multiple universities or higher education institutions with a common purpose. These associations and alliances serve as platforms for cooperation, knowledge sharing and advocacy within the higher education sector. They promote collaboration among member institutions, address common challenges and work towards common goals. University associations and alliances may operate at the local, national, regional or international level.

ASEAN University Network
The ASEAN University Network (AUN) is a regional network of universities in Southeast Asia, which aims to promote cooperation and collaboration in higher education across the ASEAN member countries. The network was established in 1995 and currently consists of 30 universities from 10 ASEAN… learn more

Asean-European University Network
The ASEAN-European University Network (ASEA-UNINET) is a university network that aims to promote academic cooperation and exchange between universities in ASEAN member countries and Europe. It was founded in 1994 and currently has more than 70 member universities. The network promotes academic… learn more

Association of Private Higher Education Institutions of Thailand
Founded in 1979, the Association of Private Higher Education Institutions of Thailand (APHEIT) is an organization established to represent and support the interests of private higher education institutions in Thailand. Its main objective is to promote the development of higher education in Thailand… learn more

Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning
Founded in 1956, the Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL) is a regional association of universities and institutions of higher education in Southeast Asia. It was founded in 1956 and is based in Bangkok, Thailand.

ASAIHL is comprised of over 240 member… learn more

Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific
Established in 1995 , the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific is an higher education association which has 210 members from 19 countries.
The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) is a non-profit organization that aims to foster cooperation among universities and… learn more

Other Higher Education-related Organizations

This uniRank miscellaneous category encompasses various entities and organizations that are related to the field of higher education but do not fit neatly into the categories above. These organizations play diverse roles and contribute to the advancement, support and development of higher education in different ways.

SEAMEO Regional Centre for Higher Education and Development
The SEAMEO Regional Centre for Higher Education and Development (RIHED) is an organization that plays a crucial role in higher education in Southeast Asia. Established in 1995, RIHED is one of the 20 regional centres of the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO), which is a… learn more

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