Day: October 15, 2025

Thammasat University Announcement

RE: Lifelong Learning Policy B.E. 2568 (2025)

In accordance with the aspiration of Professor Dr. Puey Ungphakorn, who founded Thammasat University as a “Open University” to provide equal educational opportunities to the public, amidst the rapidly changing world, Lifelong Learning is a critical key to developing the potential of individuals and creating a sustainable society. This directly aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Therefore, to carry on the spirit of being a “University for the People” and to drive the University’s strategy of becoming a “Leading Comprehensive University for Future Societies,” this announcement on the Lifelong Learning Policy is issued. It serves as a framework for expanding educational opportunities, reducing inequality, and creating a learning ecosystem that is truly accessible to everyone.

By virtue of Section 39 (1) of the Thammasat University Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the following announcement is made:

Clause 1 This Announcement shall be called the “Thammasat University Announcement Re: Lifelong Learning Policy B.E. 2568 (2025)”.

Clause 2 This Announcement shall come into force on the day following the date of its publication.

Clause 3 In this Announcement:

• “Lifelong Learning” means the provision of education in the formal, non-formal, and informal systems, blended in diverse ways, to enable individuals to continuously develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for work and life throughout their lives.
• “Learner” means the general public, current students, alumni, and University personnel who have registered as learners in the University’s lifelong learning system.
• “Credit Bank” means a centralized registration system for accumulating learners’ learning outcomes and credits from participating in various courses or subjects, for the purpose of credit transfer toward a degree program, or for professional competency certification.

Clause 4 Principles and Intent

Thammasat University’s intent is to be a leading learning resource that provides accessible and equitable educational opportunities for everyone. The University adheres to the principles of democracy and equality, without discrimination based on race, religion, gender identity, origin, socioeconomic status, or physical disability.

Clause 5 Policies and Implementation Guidelines

(1) The University shall promote access to diverse bodies of knowledge by developing Short Courses, courses for Upskilling and Reskilling, including the development of online course content in the form of learning courses and short-term competency certification (Micro-credentials) through the University’s digital learning platform, to ensure learners can access them anytime, anywhere. (2) The University shall develop a flexible learning system, allowing learners to manage their learning according to their potential and needs, and shall provide a Credit Bank system to enable learners to accumulate learning outcomes throughout their lives, which can be used for credit transfer toward the University’s degree programs, in accordance with related regulations. (3) The University shall encourage all administrative units to integrate the concept of lifelong learning with their core missions, including teaching, research, and academic service, to create a robust and sustainable learning ecosystem. (4) The University shall expand its network of cooperation with various sectors—public, private, and community—to jointly develop curricula and organize learning activities that respond to the needs of society and the country’s labor market. (5) The University shall promote access to its educational resources for learners in the lifelong learning system, such as libraries, online databases, and various academic services, in accordance with the regulations prescribed by the University.

Clause 6 The President shall be responsible for the execution of this Announcement and shall have the authority to issue additional rules, regulations, or announcements of guidelines that are not contrary to or inconsistent with this Announcement.

Announced on October 15, B.E. 2568 (2025).

(Prof. Dr. Supasawad Chardchawarn) Rector of Thammasat University

Thammasat University Announcement

RE: Fair and Good Governance Employment Policy B.E. 2568 

Whereas Thammasat University is a higher education institution for the people, consistently upholding the principles of freedom, equality, and fairness, and recognizing the importance of respecting human rights in accordance with international principles, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the University hereby establishes a human resource management policy to serve as a standard for promoting a working environment free from discrimination, grounded in ethics, and based on mutual respect. 

By virtue of the Thammasat University Act B.E. 2558, it is deemed appropriate to establish the policy guidelines on equality and fair employment as follows: 

Clause 1 Principle of Equality and Non-Discrimination

Thammasat University is committed to managing and operating under the principle of equality by treating all personnel with respect for human dignity, and strictly prohibits any discrimination, segregation, exclusion, or restriction of any benefits, whether directly or indirectly, on the grounds of differences in origin, race, nationality, skin color, religion, political belief, gender (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and gender expression), age, marital status, social status, physical or health disability, or refugee status. This principle applies throughout the employment process, including recruitment and selection, employment, remuneration, work assignment, performance evaluation, training and development, promotion and career advancement opportunities, as well as welfare and termination of employment. 

Clause 2 Anti-Forced Labor and Anti-Human Trafficking Policy 

Thammasat University has a firm determination to oppose all forms of forced labor, slave labor, human trafficking, and illegal child labor, including any acts of physical or mental abuse, whether by means of threats, harassment, unlawful detention, or the use of violence. The University shall oversee and promote all types of employment within the University to be lawful and fair. 

Clause 3 Recognition of Equal Rights for External Personnel 

The University requires that contractors or external service providers (Outsource) operating for the University must treat their personnel strictly in accordance with human rights principles and labor laws. The University will support 2 and monitor to ensure that these personnel receive equal treatment and fair compensation from their employers without discrimination. If it appears that unfair practices have occurred, the University will take necessary actions to ensure proper correction or may consider terminating the employment contract. 

Clause 4 Equal Pay and Closing the Gender Pay Gap 

The University adheres to the principle of “Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value” by determining the compensation structure based on knowledge, capability, experience, nature of work, and responsibilities, without gender bias or any other discrimination. The University is committed to regularly measuring and monitoring the gender pay gap and will establish appropriate measures to eliminate such gaps in order to achieve true fairness within the organization. 

Clause 5 Enforcement 

Personnel and executives at all levels are responsible for complying with and promoting an organizational culture that aligns with this policy. The University shall provide an effective complaint channel for personnel who receive unfair treatment and protect complainants from unfair retaliation. 

Therefore, this announcement is made known and to be adhered to as a general guideline. 

Announced on October 15, B.E. 2568 

(Professor Dr. Supasawad Chardchawarn) Rector of Thammasat University