Background
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) and the Sriwijaya University (UNSRI) have agreed through the Memorandum of Understanding signed on 24 October 2008 to enable cooperate in the areas of academic offerings, research activities and dissemination. Following this, the two institutions have agreed to jointly develop and offer a dual degree Masters degree program “Energy and Environment”. This program has been developed promote AIT – UNSRI cooperation, and will prepare trained professionals in the Energy and Environment field who will be conferred the master’s degree by the two institutions. The dual degree master’s program will be initially offered in the interdisciplinary field of Energy, and Environmental Engineering and Management at AIT’s School of Environment, Resources and Development and at UNSRI’s graduate school, starting from 2009.
The students who fulfill the requirements for graduation will receive both the AIT Master’s degree and the UNSRI masters degree, Master Technique. No other certificate/degree will be provided.
Admission requirements and applications
At AIT
1. The Duration of Study:
The total study period would normally be 24 months (January of year 1 to December of the following year). This includes two semesters at UNSRI, two semesters at AIT and one intersemester at AIT. The normal intake is in January. The normal semester period at UNSRI is six months, while at AIT it is around four months.
2. Entry Requirements:
The applicant should hold a bachelors degree (normally from a four-year program) or its equivalent in an appropriate field; have above average undergraduate grades (minimum CGPA of 2.75).
Preferred background of study:
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Physics and Chemistry
3. English Requirements
AIT is an international institute with English as the sole language of instruction. Admission to AIT requires proof of English language proficiency which may be satisfied in any of the following:
Submission of an official test score of English Language from any of the following standardized English exams: TOEFL (500), IELTS (4.5).
Certificate Of University Medium Of Instruction. This document certifies that you attained your previous degree from a university where the sole medium of instruction is English.
AIT ENGLISH INTERVIEW TEST SCORE (AITEIT). AITEIT is administered by AIT Language Unit and is applicable only to applicants in Thailand . For details, please contact: languages@ait.ac.th
EXEMPTION: Applicants who are citizens of countries where English is the native language are exempted from this requirement. Proof of citizenship should be provided.
4. Applications:
To apply online or download application forms please go to http://www.ait.ac.th/apply/
A nonrefundable application processing fee of US$20 (or Baht 800) for forms downloaded from the web or of US$25 (or Baht 1,000) for forms received by post, is required to process an application. For Frequently-Asked-Questions on application, please visit: http://www.ait.ac.th/apply/FAQ.asp.
Postal Address:
Admissions and Scholarships Unit
Asian Institute of Technology
P.O. Box 4 , Klong Luang
Pathumthani 12120 , THAILAND
Street Address:
Admissions and Scholarships Unit
Asian Institute of Technology
50 Moo 9, Km. 42, Paholyothin Road
Pathumthani 12120 , THAILAND
Phone: (662) 5245031-5033 Fax: (662) 524-6326 E-mail: admissions@ait.ac.th
At UNSRI
To be eligible for admission to the master's program, an applicant must:
- hold a Bachelor degree from an recognized university (public or private) in the relevant field acceptable to UNSRI; for a graduate Bachelor degree from outside of Indonesia should be attested and signed by DIKTI (Indonesian Ministry for Education), and must show Indonesian language certificate.
- have undergraduate grades; the minimum GPA requirement for admission to the master's program is 2.75.
- submit the application form together with the following documents:
- a certified true copy of bachelor degree and academic transcript,
- 2 letter of recommendation
- colour photograph (4x6)
- certified true copy of IC (Indonesian) or certified true copy of passport (non-Indonesian if readily available)
An application processing fee of 600,000 IDR (or US$ 55) is required.
- pass the entrance test: Potential Academic test ( > 450 ), TOEFL test ( > 450), Academic test, and Interview test; the selection tests are under a selected commission.
- have a good physical and mental health.
As a public educational institution, UNSRI also organizes international class with English as the language of instruction. Applicants must demonstrate basic proficiency in English. The standard is a score of 500 on the TOEFL test or 4.5 on the IELTS. Applicants who are native English speakers or holding a degree with English as the medium of instruction may be exempted from this requirement.
Courses and Research
Students joining these programs will be allowed to take the research study option only. The final research study exam could be held at AIT or at UNSRI
1. Study programme
The study program will be conducted both at AIT and at UNSRI, as follows:
Semester 1: At UNSRI (Jan – June): Coursework: 18 credits
Intersemester 1: At UNSRI (June – July):
Semester 2: At AIT (August – December): Coursework: 12 credits
Semester 3: At AIT (January – May): Coursework: 12 credits
Intersemester 2: At AIT (June – July): Special study: 3 credits
Semester 4:At UNSRI (July – August): Research study: 9 credits
The number of credits noted for each semester is indicative only.
2. Required Courses
At AIT (14 credits)
Energy Resources and Technologies
Development and Evaluation of Energy Projects
Workshop on Energy Issues and Communication
Energy, Environment and Climate Change: Issues and Strategies
Environmental Chemistry and Laboratory
Environmental Quality Management
At UNSRI (15 credits)
AdvancedThermodynamics,
Simulation & Modeling
Process Integration in Energy & Environment
Chemodynamics
Process of Energy Production
3. Research Study (9 credits)
This will be carried out at UNSRI.
4. Special study (3 credits)
This will be carried out at AIT.
5. Elective courses
At AIT
Energy Electives |
1. ED72.04 Organization and Finance of a Power Utility, 2(2-0) |
2. ED72.05 Demand – Side Management, 2(2-0) |
3. ED72.08 Power Distribution Systems, 3(3-0) |
4. ED72.11 Rural Electrification and Distributed Generation, 3(3-0) |
5. ED72.22 Power Sector Management Under Deregulation, 3(3-0) |
6 ED72.02 Energy Audit and Thermal Energy Conservation, 2(2-0) |
7. ED72.03 Rational Use of Energy in Industry, 3(2-3) |
8. ED72.06 Design and Management of Energy Systems, 3(2-3) |
9. ED72.17 Energy Management in Buildings, 3(2-3) |
10. ED72.19 Biomass Conversion, 3(2-3) |
11. ED72.28 Solar Energy, 3(2-3) |
12. ED72.29 Solar Design Methods and Applications, 3(2-3) |
13. ED72.30 Energy Environment and Climate Change: Issues & Strategies, 1(1-0) |
14. ED72.31 Electrical Energy Management, 3(2-3) |
15 ED72.12 Energy Statistics and Energy Demand Forecasting, 3(2-3) |
16. ED72.13 Development and Evaluation of Energy Projects, 2(1-3) |
17. ED72.15 Energy Price Theory and Applications, 3(2-3) |
18. ED72.24 Electricity Economics and Planning, 3(2-3) |
19. ED72.25 Energy-Economic Modeling and Policy Analysis, 3(2-3) |
20. ED72.01 Energy resources and technologies, 2(2-0) |
21 ED72.20 Workshop on Energy issues and Communication, 1 (0-3) |
Environment Electives |
1. ED78.02: Biological Processes, 3(45-0)
2. ED78.03: Physico-Chemical Processes, 3(45-0)
3. ED78.05: Waste Reduction and Recycling, 3(45-0)
4. ED78.06: Air Pollution and Air Quality Management, 3(45-0)
5. ED78.07: Solid Waste Management, 3(45-0)
6. ED78.10: Environmental Health and Sanitation, 3(45-0)
7. ED78.17: Advanced Processes for Wastewater Treatment, Reuse and Recycle, 2(30-0)
8. ED78.18: Toxic Organics and Trace Metals in Ecosystem, 3(45-0)
9. ED78.19: Environmental Impact Assessment, 3(45-0)
10. ED78.20: Industrial Waste Abatement and Management, 3(45-0)
11. ED78.21: Water Quality Management, 2(30-0)
12. ED78.22: Air Pollution Modeling and Applications, 3(45-0)
13. ED78.23: Hazardous Waste Technology and Management, 2(30-0)
14. ED78.24: Design of Air Pollution Control Systems, 3(45-0)
15. ED78.25: Principles of Cleaner Production, 2(30-0) |
At UNSRI (3 credits)
No |
Courses |
Credits |
1 |
Biofuel Conversion |
3(3-0) |
2 |
Coal Technology |
3(3-0) |
3 |
Oil & Natural Gas Technology and Economics |
3(3-0) |
4 |
Energy Audit & Thermal Energy Conservation |
3(3-0) |
5 |
Design and Management of Energy System |
3(3-0) |
6 |
Energy Conversion |
3(3-0) |
7 |
Polymer Technology |
3(3-0) |
8 |
Petrochemical Technology |
3(3-0) |
9 |
Fertilizer Technology |
3(3-0) |
10 |
Biotechnology |
3(3-0) |
11 |
Water Quality Management |
3(3-0) |
12 |
Physico-chemical Process |
3(3-0) |
13 |
Solid Waste Management |
3(3-0) |
14 |
Air Pollution Technology and Management |
3(3-0) |
15 |
Principles of Toxicology |
3(3-0) |
Note: The courses, course structure and the place of delivery may be modified through mutual consultation.
Academic Requirements for Graduation
The students should complete the minimum credit requirements of 54 credits for obtaining the dual degree, the details of which are listed in Section B.
All AIT requirements for Masters study are applicable to this program as well.
Fees and other expenses
The total fees for each programme is as follows:
- At AIT: Thai Baht 459,000.
- At UNSRI: IDR 32,000,000 (Thai Baht 107,000).
TUTION AND FEE STRUCTURE |
Study Cost |
AT UNSRI* |
Currency |
IDR
(Indonesian Rupiah) |
Application Fee |
600,000 |
Registration Fee |
2,000,000 |
Tuition Fee @ IDR 7,500,000 x 4 semesters |
30,000,000 |
Sub-Total |
32,600,000 |
The cost of leaving, accommodation, travel to / from AIT, insurance premium, visa extension fees, student union fees, and other costs to be born by the candidates themselves.
TUTION AND FEE STRUCTURE |
Study Cost |
AT AIT* |
Currency |
Thai Baht |
Application Fee |
1,000 |
Registration Fee @Baht 20,000 per Semester x 4 semesters |
80,000 |
Tuition Fee @ Baht 14,000 per Credit x 27 credits |
378,000 |
Sub-Total |
459,000 |
Medical Insurance |
2,600 |
Visa Extension |
1,900 |
Student Union Fee |
300 |
Sub-Total |
4,800 |
Note: The medical insurance premium and visa extension fees are only
approximate amounts. Students will be charged at actual cost.
* AIT reserves the right to change its fee structure. For an individual student the fee structure remains unchanged after s/he has enrolled.
The other costs to be borne by the students themselves at AIT:
| Approximate Living /Accommodation /Other Expenses |
~ Baht 15,000 per Month
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Contact persons
- At AIT
For enquiries regarding the program, please contact:
Dean, School of Environment, Resources and Development, Asian Institute of Technology, P.O.Box 4, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
Tel.: +66 (0)2 524 6074, 6072
Fax.: +66 (0)2 524 6071
Email: deanserd@ait.ac.th
(or)
Head- ERCO, Asian Institute of Technology, P.O.Box 4, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
Tel.: +66 (0)2 524 5010
Fax.: +66 (0)2 524 5069
Email: head-erco@ait.ac.th
For application forms and related information, please contact :
Admissions and Scholarships Unit, Asian Institute of Technology, P.O. Box 4 , Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Phone: (662) 5245031-5033
Fax: (662) 524-6326
E-mail: admissions@ait.ac.th
For all enquiries regarding this program, please contact:
Prof. Dr. H.M.T. Kamaluddin, M.Sc., SpFk, Director, Graduate Program, Program Pascasarjana Universitas Sriwijaya, Jl. Padang Selasa No. 524 Bukit Besar, Palembang 30139 Sumatera Selatan, Indonesia
(or)
Dr. Ir. Sri Haryati, DEA, Head of Chemical Engineering Graduate Program
(or)
Dr. Ir. M. Djoni Bustan, M.Eng, Head of Process Energy Research Laboratory
Tel.: +62 (711) 354222
Fax.: +62 (711) 320310
Email: mtk52@yahoo.com
haryati_djoni@yahoo.co.id
djajashanta@yahoo.co.id
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