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Walailak University (WU) is preparing to launch a 2+2 Double Degree Program in Computer and Artificial Intelligence Engineering in collaboration with Harbin Engineering University (HEU) in China. This partnership brings together WU's School of Engineering and Technology (SET) and HEU's College of Intelligent Systems Science and Engineering.

From January 3 to 5, 2024, WU representatives traveled to HEU to participate in the first articulation workshop. The workshop focused on aligning curricula, developing operational timelines, and finalizing key program details. The WU delegation included: Dr. Suthasinee Sangkhum, Assistant to the President; Assistant Professor Dr. Monthian Setkit, Dean of SET; Assistant Professor Dr. Kamon Thinsurat, Assistant Dean for International Affairs at SET; Assistant Professor Korakot Suwannarat, Head of the Computer and Electronics Engineering Department; and Associate Professor Dr. Thanongsak Imjai from the Civil Engineering Department.

The delegation met with HEU representatives, including Professor Cai Chengtao, Dean of the College of Intelligent Systems Science and Engineering, and Professor Ding Xuezhong, Dean of the College of International Cooperative Education, alongside other senior faculty members.

 

Dr. Suthasinee Sangkhum shared her thoughts on the collaboration, stating: “This partnership is a remarkable step forward for Walailak University in advancing our academic and research endeavors. By working with Harbin Engineering University, we are not only creating opportunities for our students to access world-class education but also strengthening our global academic ties in the fields of computer and artificial intelligence engineering.”

The workshop marked a significant milestone in establishing the Double Degree Program and opened opportunities for future research collaborations. During their visit, the WU delegation also toured HEU’s advanced facilities in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR).

  

The Double Degree Program is expected to welcome its first cohort in June 2026, with joint registration and orientation activities hosted by both institutions. The program is designed to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills to excel in the rapidly evolving fields of AI and engineering. Additionally, summer courses on Chinese language and culture will offer students invaluable international exposure, fostering a truly global perspective.