Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
Academic Programs
Research Area
Study Plan
Ph.D. program
Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
Ph.D. Plan 1:
A research program designed for those who obtained an M.Sc. degree with research experience (publication). No coursework is required, only dissertation.
Ph.D. Plan 2.1:
A program designed for those who obtained an M.Sc. degree. Students are expected to undertake at least 12 credits of coursework and conduct a research thesis for 36 credits.
Ph.D. Plan 2.2:
A program designed for those who obtained a B.Sc. Degree with a GPA above 3.5. The course requirements are 26-credit coursework including seminars and a 48-credit research thesis.
M.Sc. program
Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
The M.Sc. curriculum consists of one-year coursework and one-year research project. There is a possibility of transferring to the Ph.D. program after completion of the first year study, based on the first year academic performance. The course requirements are 24-credit coursework including seminars and a 12-credit research thesis.
Further information
For more details regarding the Programs in Molecular Genetics and Genetics Engineering, please email to the Program Director of Molecular Genetics and Genetics Engineering:
Associate Professor Panadda Boonserm, Ph.D. (Email: panadda.boo@mahdol.ac.th)
Course List
Newly designed courses emphasize on integrating scientific knowledge with hands-on laboratory experience for better learning experience of students
MBMG 500 Essentials in Molecular Biology
MBMG 504 Advanced Research Skills in Molecular Biology
MBMG 505 Molecular Genetic Engineering Advanced Seminar I
MBMG 513 Gene Expression and Applications
MBMG 514 Protein Structure and Function
MBMG 515 Protein Technologies and Applications
MBMG 516 Cell Technologies and Applications
MBMG 521 Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering Seminar I
MBMG 522 Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering Seminar II
MBMG 601 Current Topics in Molecular Biology
MBMG 610 Innovation in Research
MBMG 614 Analysis of Research Publications for Molecular Bioscience
MBMG 615 Research Rotations in Molecular Biology
MBMG 621 Doctoral Seminar in Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
MBMG 622 Doctoral Research Seminar in Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
MBMG 623 Advanced Doctoral Research Seminar in Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
Program Instructors
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Prof. Duncan Richard Smith, Ph.D. |
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Prof. Chanan Angsuthanasombat, Ph.D. |
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Prof.Apinunt Udomkit, Ph.D. ANIMAL BIOLOGY BIOCHEMISTRYMOLECULAR BIOLOGY
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Prof. Chalermporn Ongvarrasopone, Ph.D. ANIMAL BIOLOGY BIOCHEMISTRYCELL BIOLOGYMOLECULAR BIOLOGYVIROLOGY |
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Prof. Saovaros Svasti, Ph.D. |
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Assoc. Prof. Albert John Ketterman, Ph.D. |
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Assoc. Prof. Chartchai Krittanai, Ph.D. |
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Assoc. Prof. Panadda Boonserm, Ph.D. BIOCHEMISTRYBIOPHYSICSBIOTECHNOLOGYMOLECULAR BIOLOGYSTRUCTURAL BIOLOGY |
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Assoc. Prof. Kanokporn Triwitayakorn, Ph.D. |
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Assoc. Prof. Surapon Piboonpocanun, Ph.D. |
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Assoc. Prof. Sarin Chimnaronk, Ph.D. CELL BIOLOGYMOLECULAR BIOLOGYSTRUCTURAL BIOLOGYSYSTEMS BIOLOGYVIROLOGY |
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Asst. Prof. Kusol Pootanakit, Ph.D., BIOINFORMATICSBIOTECHNOLOGYMICROBIOLOGYMOLECULAR BIOLOGYMYCOLOGY |
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Asst. Prof. Duangrudee Tanramluk, Ph.D. BIOCHEMISTRYBIOINFORMATICSCHEMICAL BIOLOGYCOMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGYSTRUCTURAL BIOLOGY
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Asst. Prof. Chalongrat Noree, Ph.D. |
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Poochit Nonejuie, Ph.D. BIOTECHNOLOGYCELL BIOLOGYMICROBIOLOGYMOLECULAR BIOLOGYSYSTEMS BIOLOGY |
General Admission
Holders of a science degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, agricultural sciences, medical sciences, medical technology, veterinary sciences, dentistry, and other related fields, who wish to attend the program full-time as a regular student, are welcome to submit an application to the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Mahidol University.
Please visit the following sites for further information:
- Entry requirements for Ph.D. Program in Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
- Entry requirements Master Program in Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering
- Application and Selection Timeline
- Online Admission System, Application & Selection Process (Local students)
- Online Admission System, Application & Selection Process (International students)
- Online Active Recruitment & Selection Process (International students)
Mahidol Apprenticeship Program (MAP)
Professionals who wish to take part in our graduate programs (MAP-C) or courses (MAP-EX) without formal registration or full-time attendance are welcome to apply to the Mahidol Apprenticeship Program (MAP), overseen by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
To learn more about MAP, please visit the following sites: