The Thailand–Taiwan 3+1+2 Program in Semiconductor Technology is an academic collaboration and student exchange initiative launched by the Faculty of Engineering, Burapha University, in response to the rapid growth of the semiconductor industry, a high-technology sector that plays a crucial role in national economic development and industrial advancement. The program is implemented in partnership with Lunghwa University of Science and Technology, Republic of China (Taiwan), with the aim of developing globally competent engineering graduates. This initiative aligns with the Faculty’s vision, “Leading Industry-Oriented Engineering Faculty in the East,” and its mission to create and apply up-to-date knowledge while strengthening practical linkages between higher education and industry.
The program aims to enhance students’ competencies in semiconductor technology in line with global industry demand, establish a structured pathway for postgraduate study and employment, promote international academic collaboration between universities, and integrate teaching and learning with high-technology industries. These objectives directly support SDG 4: Quality Education by improving access to high-quality, internationally oriented learning opportunities, and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth by preparing highly skilled graduates for future-oriented industries and sustainable employment.
The program is delivered through a “3+1+2” learning model. Students participate in a short-term preparatory program at Lunghwa University of Science and Technology to strengthen their language proficiency and academic foundations. Upon completing their bachelor’s degree at Burapha University, students are eligible to continue their master’s degree immediately at the partner university. The program is supported by the private sector through scholarships, airfare, and living allowances, and includes laboratory visits, hands-on learning activities, and joint academic monitoring by both institutions. This integrated approach reflects strong collaboration between higher education institutions and industry, contributing to SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
As a result, the program contributes to the development of engineering graduates equipped with knowledge and skills that meet the needs of the global semiconductor industry. Students gain structured opportunities for overseas study and employment, enhancing the international competitiveness of Thai graduates in the global labor market. In addition, the program strengthens strategic partnerships between academia and industry, facilitates the exchange of knowledge, technology, and best practices, and supports the continuous improvement of educational quality at the Faculty of Engineering, Burapha University. These outcomes contribute to long-term sustainable national development.
The program is implemented from December 2025 to September 2026, with key activities taking place during 22–24 December 2025, and participation in the short-term program at Lunghwa University of Science and Technology scheduled from 20 December 2025 to 30 September 2026.
Faculty of Engineering, Burapha University
