• Course name: Doctor of Philosophy Program in Pathology (Ph.D. Pathology)
  • Course Duration: 3-4 Years
  • Study Options: Type 1.1 (48 credits), 2.1 (48 credits), 2.2 (72 credits)
  • Coursework/Subject
Type 1.1 (48 credits)
MD 659 996Dissertation48
Type 2.1 (48 credits)
Required Subject (8 credits)
MD 567 712Cells and Molecular Biology3(3-0-6)
MD 567 713Laboratory Techniques in Medical Sciences2(0-6-3)
MD 659 991Seminar in Pathology I1(1-0-2)
MD 659 992Seminar in Pathology II1(1-0-2)
MD 659 993Seminar in Pathology III1(1-0-2)
Elective Subject (4 credits)
MD 659 720Principle of Cytopathology2(2-0-4)
MD 659 721Oncology2(2-0-4)
MD 659 722Advanced Cancer Biology2(2-0-4)
MD 659 723Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics2(2-0-4)
*MD 659 724Special topics in Pathology2(2-0-4)
*MD 659 725Experimental Pathology3(1-6-2)
Dissertation (36 credits)
MD 659 998Dissertation36
Type 2.2 (72 credits)
Required Subject (16 credits)
MD 567 712Cells and Molecular Biology3(3-0-6)
MD 567 713Laboratory Techniques in Medical Sciences2(0-6-3)
MD 659 991Seminar in Pathology I1(1-0-2)
MD 659 992Seminar in Pathology II1(1-0-2)
MD 659 993Seminar in Pathology III1(1-0-2)
MD 567 714Medical Science Research Methodology3(2-3-6)
MD 659 711Principle of Pathology    2(2-0-4)
MD 659 716General Pathology Laboratory1(0-3-2)
MD 659 717Systemic Pathology2(2-0-4)
MD 659 718Systemic Pathology Laboratory1(0-3-2)
Elective Subject (8 credits)
MD 659 720Principle of Cytopathology2(2-0-4)
MD 659 721Oncology2(2-0-4)
MD 659 722Advanced Cancer Biology2(2-0-4)
MD 659 723Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics2(2-0-4)
*MD 659 724Special topics in Pathology2(2-0-4)
*MD 659 725Experimental Pathology3(1-6-2)
Dissertation (48 credits)
MD 659 999Dissertation48
  • PLO (PhD Degree Curriculum)
    • PLO1: Thoroughly explain the key principles and theories in the field of pathology and system pathology, along with knowledge of modern medical technology, precision medicine, and artificial intelligence technologies related to the field of pathology
    • PLO2: Explain medical research methods and their applications in pathology research
    • PLO3: Conduct research by integrating pathology knowledge and skills according to research methodologies to address medical research problems or issues in pathology practice
    • PLO4: Discuss the results of pathology and medical research
    • PLO5: Accurately analyze numerical comparative experimental results according to statistical principles
    • PLO6: Present research findings through academic communication in both Thai and English
    • PLO7: Utilize computers and information technology in research and work
    • PLO8: Demonstrate punctuality in performing tasks
    • PLO9: Conduct research in accordance with the ethical principles of research involving humans and animal subjects
    • PLO10: Capable of planning self-directed learning
    • PLO11: Can collaborate with others
  • Tuition fees :
TypeTuition fees (THB)Course Duration (Year)
1.1180,0003
2.1180,0003
2.2240,0004

*30,000 THB/semester

  • Scholarship
    • Faculty of Medicine (Invitation research and tuition fees)
    • Faculty of Medicine (Postgraduate Study Support Grant)
    • Graduate School Khon Kaen University: Teaching Assistant (TA)
    • Other

8. Staff

  • Assoc.Prof.Chawalit Pairojkul, M.D.
  • Assoc.Prof.Supinda Koonmee, M.D.
  • Asst.Prf.Raksawan Deenonpoe D.V.M, Ph.D.
  • Asst.Prof.Piti Uengareewittaya, M.D.
  • Asst.Prof.Yaovalux Chamgramol, Ph.D
  • Asst.Prof.Sakka Waraassawapati, M.D.
  • Asst.Prof.Sakkarn Sangkamanon, M.D.
  • Asst.Prof.Prakasit Sa-ngiamwibool, M.D., Ph.D.
  • Sasithorn Watcharadetwittaya, M.D.
  • Kitti Intuyot, Ph.D.
  • Malinee Thanee, Ph.D
  • Warittha Koonprom, M.D.
  • Pongsathorn Wichian, Ph.D.
  • Sirawich Jessadapattarakul, M.D.
  • Thanayot Techawijittra, M.D.

9. Contact Details

Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University       

Website: https://patho.md.kku.ac.th

E-mail: mdpre05@kku.ac.th

Tel. 043-363691

Asst.Prof.Raksawan Deenonpoe D.V.M, Ph.D (Chair of Graduate Program)

raksde@kku.ac.th

Tel. 061 546 2656

Malinee Thanee Ph.D

malitha@kku.ac.th

Tel. 098 914 5591