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School of ScienceThe Institute of Science offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Chemistry, Computational Science, Physics, and Science Studies (Biology and Physics).
Postgraduate Programme
Chemistry
1. Master of Science Programme in Chemistry
Degree Title: Master of Science (Chemistry)
Abbreviation: M.Sc. (Chemistry)
2. Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Chemistry
Degree Title: Doctor of Philosophy (Chemistry)
Abbreviation: Ph.D. (Chemistry)
Objectives
The principal objective of these programmes is to produce scientific personnel with research expertise in the various branches of chemistry.
The programmes focus on high level study and research in the fields of:
a. Organic Chemistry - a study of and research into the production of bio-active substances from natural products, in particular herbal plants from mangrove forests, with practical application for medical treatment and agricultural production.
b. Analytical Chemistry - a study of and research into modern methods of chemical analysis, and the practical application of analytical methods in environmental studies, clinical procedures, food technology, and agricultural science.
c. Inorganic Chemistry - a study of and research into Coordination chemistry: synthesis and structural determination of coordination compounds.
d. Physical Chemistry – research into the adsorption thermodynamics and kinetic studies of dyeing of natural fibres with the natural dyestuffs, the adsorption study of dyestuffs from textile effluents using various adsorbents, and computational simulation on molecular interactions between the natural dyestuffs and mordants.
Physics
3. Master of Science Programme in Physics
Degree Title: Master of Science (Physics)
Abbreviation: M.Sc. (Physic)
4. Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Physics
Degree Title: Doctor of Philosophy (Physics)
Abbreviation: Ph.D. (Physics)
Objectives
These programmes are designed to promote high level study and research in Plasma Physics, Materials Physics and Applied Physics.
a. Applied Physics - The application of Physics to subjects of interest to students. Research topics include instrumentation in microwave engineering, astrophysics, acoustics, agricultural physics and ozone physics.
b. Materials Physics - The study of processes and analytical methods and procedures to determine the magnetic, chemical, mechanical, and environmental composition and properties of metal, polymer ceramics and semiconductors with relevant application to manufacturing, environmental, and other technologies.
c. Plasma Physics - The study of ionized gases both from natural and laboratory sources. Research topics include: atmospheric glow discharge RF plasma and its applications, helicon plasma and industrial processing.
Computational Science
5. Master of Science Programme in Computational Science (International Programme)
Degree Title: Master of Science (Computational Science)
Abbreviation: M.Sc. (Computational Science)
6. Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Computational Science (International Programme)
Degree Title: Doctor of Philosophy (Computational Science)
Abbreviation: Ph.D. (Computational Science)
Objectives
Among the objectives of this programme is to apply the power of today's high performance computing capabilities to various disciplines. Such capabilities include studying, modeling, visualizing, predicting or forecasting in order to manage or improve the targeted system under investigation. The programme is designed for postgraduate students interested in the following disciplines:
1. Complex System Science: non-linear dynamics, chaos, and complexity theory.
2. Ecoinformatics: ecological modeling, sensorbased ecology, and area-based ecology and biodiversity.
3. Computational Nanotechnology : computational nanoscience, molecular simulation, molecular quantum mechanics, and computational nanotechnology research.
4. Computational Finance: stochastic processes, stochastic calculus, financial time-series analysis, principles of modern finance, and mathematical finance.
5. Computational Statistics: statistical linear model, sampling techniques, nonparameter statistics, experimental design and analysis, forecasting techniques, and regression analysis.
The university has very good high performance computing facilities for use by students including a high performance cluster of computers. In addition, collaboration with the High Performance Computing Center (HPCC) at NECTEC provides excellent opportunities for students to use facilities at the national centre, such as the clusters, resource personnel and its supercomputer. The University has also constructed the first complete astronomical observatory in the South of Thailand linked to the high performance computing facility.
7. Master of Science Programme in Ecology and Biodiversity
Degree Title: Master of Science (Ecology and Biodiversity)
Abbreviation: M.Sc. (Ecology and Biodiversity)
8. Doctor of Philosophy Programme in Ecology and Biodiversity Programme
This programme is designed to produce a high caliber researcher, who possesses both width and depth knowledge in ecology and biodiversity. The well trained student is expected to carry out a research of his/her own interest or especially of local interest. He/she should be able to apply gained knowledge and local wisdom to conserve and sustainably use our natural resources. In addition, the student should always seek new knowledge on ecology and biodiversity, and be aware of current environmental issues as well as be able to disseminate the gained knowledge to local community.
9.Master of Science Programme in Science Studies
Degree Title: Master of Science (Science Studies)
Abbreviation: M.Sc. (Science Studies)
Objectives
This programme is designed to enhance the teaching potential of secondary and tertiary science and mathematics teachers and those who are working in the area of science education, specifically in terms of academic content. The programme also aims to provide students with correct science principles and up-to-date knowledge in the fields of physics, biology, chemistry and mathematics education through modern learning media and also with hands-on practices in the laboratory. The programme is equally research directed and class based. Students will be trained in creative and critical thinking and problem solving skills so that he/she can become a life long learner. Graduates from this programme will be well equipped to undertake research projects at secondary school level which are relevant to the needs of the local community and also to become leaders to guide the society through controversial scientific phenomenon.
Research
Research currently carried out by the School of Science includes application of plasma technology in agriculture; studies and implementation of magnetic materials and composites; imaging the acoustic rectification of surface acoustic waves; coordination complexes for designed electrochemical and magnetic molecular
Contact us:
Assoc.Prof.Dr. Amara Changsub
Dean of the School of Science
Walailak University
222 Thaiburi ,Thasala District
Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160
THAILAND
Tel: +66-75-672005-6
Fax: +66-75-672004
Email:camara@wu.ac.th
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