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Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)

Asian Institute of Technology, P.O. Box 4, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand, Bangkok
3.97 / 5 based on 108 reviews.

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75% of students recommend
108 reviews
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4.0/5
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3.9/5
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3.6/5
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Just go to South East Asia: It's Worth It!! Read Review
MPPIJPER, Netherlands

108 Overall reviews of Asian Institute of Technology

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by Anne, ESCP Europe, Paris, France
Business Studies, University Agreement
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I wish I had known...
It is not so easy to make friends with Asian people on the campus. It requires time and a lot of perseverance.
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



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Personal recommendation:
Go if you want to travel and have fun but don't expect too much of the course, the level is not very high. Though, it is well known in Asia, so it can help you to find a job in the area.



FINAL COMMENTS

- Some course require more work than others: ask former student beore chosing. - The travel agencies on Kao san are the cheapest you can find but the busses are sometimes very rusty and smelly. - Best area for shopping is chattuchak market on the week-end. - Do not hesitate to ask other foreigners and locals if you need help or advice.
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by Peer, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Bonn, Germany
Business Studies, University Agreement
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Not really, for it might have spoilt the surprise and innocence of experiencing. The only thing maybe: If you size in shoes is above 14, you will have trouble finding shoes in Thailand.
In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.



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Personal recommendation:
Academic:Benchmark for Thailand, in some areas maybe even through out Asia. The Asian background of the Institute allows you to meet Asian cultures at one place: all neighbouring countries, plus India, Bangladesh, former SUnion, Philippines, etc.



FINAL COMMENTS

If you want to go here, be aware of the different climate, the rather patience demanding culture of "mai pin rai" (don't worry/never mind), and the spicey food, which can be complemented with other dishes. It is a total different culture and you may either like it, or really dislike it. Enjoy and travel the whole country!
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by prem, ,
Engineering, Technology, scholarship
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nothing that would have changed my experience here.
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



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Personal recommendation:
AIT is a world class academic institution. But it is a pretty boring place to live for two or more years... It is far from LIFE in downtown Bangkok. One thing more, what surprised me, the AIT being a technology institute and all, was the lousy internet connection in the student dorms. Even though I opted for ADSL connection for 450 baht per month the internet was grindingly slow, and sometimes you were not able to access websites like Yahoo at all... This was quite annoying as it is really convenient to be able to surf the net for info in your room. But this was not always a smooth and easy experience, despite the fact I actually paid extra for a faster connection. Frankly, the internet connection speed in the dorms sucked! Many students complained about this.



FINAL COMMENTS

The AIT is a good place to study because there is not much else to do!
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by Stan, Monash University, Malaysia, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Engineering, Independent
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



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Personal recommendation:
AIT aspires to high academic standards. However, facilities, like library (too small) and internet connection in dorms (super slow) leave a lot to wish for. But teachers and courses were good and staff at AIT were friendly and helpful.



FINAL COMMENTS

AIT is a good place to study, but a boring place to live! It's quite far from downtown BKK. Staying at AIT is like staying in a park; beautiful environment but gets pretty boring...
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by Michaela, Fachhochschule Hof, Hof, Germany
Business Studies, University Agreement
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There's always something surprising when you are visiting a completely different culture, but nothing special to mention. It's of course advisable to gather some information in advance, for example the 'Lonely Planet' is a good investment.
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!



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Personal recommendation:
As the university has a French president, there are several advantages for French students. I think, all students should be treated equally, despite their nationality.



FINAL COMMENTS

Thailand as well as the neighbouring countries are worth a stay. Still, as concerns Thailand, you should try to tolerate the annoying sex tourism as you'll get to see Thai women and foreigners almost everywhere. It's also important to accept that most Asian people have a different attitude towards work and are usually rather quiet till they get to know you. Just remember not to lose your patience and stay friendly.
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by Jan, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
Business Studies, University Agreement
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No, all surpises (good and bad) were rewarding and sometimes challenging.
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



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Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
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Happened a bit.
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Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
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Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
The strength of this university is its international flair, which makes it a great place to learn and meet people.



FINAL COMMENTS

If you want to discover Asia, Thailand is a very good departure point to discover all the countries around. It is crucial to be prepared, so get good guidebooks and phrase books, such as Lonely Planet. Talk to people and meet locals.
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by Chaiyaphorn, Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok, Thailand
Engineering, Independent
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I wish I had known...
not much things
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



During my experience abroad, I ...
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Happened a bit.
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Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
really good, it's like a hub to understand asian people here.



FINAL COMMENTS

Not difficult to get there. it's private and comfortable place. you can spend your time for your academic experience with the real muticultural community.
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by thangtruongnam, CFVG-Centre Franco Vietnamien de Formation a la Gestion, Hanoi, Vietnam
Business Studies, University Agreement
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I wish I had know that there was so many local minded people living around.
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



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Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
improve qualifications of the faculty organise more student activities



FINAL COMMENTS

if you enjoy cultural interation, come to AIT, many cultural activities are organised, and surprises will come.
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by YANN, EMLYON Business School, Lyon, France
Business Studies, University Agreement
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I wish I had known...
nothing. It was a really good surprise !
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
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Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
meet people from other countries, do not stay with french students, even if it seems to be easier...



FINAL COMMENTS

good opportunities to travel (Cambodia, Myanmar, Viet Nam...)
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by Ravi, Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok, Thailand
Engineering, Technology, International
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If I had known how poor the living conditions were (housing, noise on campus) I would not have come to AIT.
In my opinion:
Stay home.



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Personal recommendation:
Because of the very low quality of accomodation and the incredible and unacceptable almost constant levels of noise(!) on campus from constant maintenance work(!?), hammering, drilling... and noise from sports facilities right outside the dorms, and of course the garbage dump in the middle of student village, I DO NOT recommend anyone to live and study at AIT. There are many other, much nicer and better places to live and study.



FINAL COMMENTS

The AIT is not a nice place to live. If you have to, make sure you stay in the J or K dorms, they have aircon and are not quite as noisy as the other dorms, or in a part of the student village that is FAR from the garbage dump!
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by Carol, University of Technology Malaysia, Skudai, Malaysia
Engineering, Civil, Independent
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I wish I had known...
No, new experience is pretty fun here.
In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.



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Became familiar with another culture
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Personal recommendation:
Try to talk to the seniors before come to the University. But their comments shall be evaluated by judgement.



FINAL COMMENTS

Thailand is a good place travel. The Thai are friendly though they can't speak fluent English. Take sometime to learn Thai language, it could be very helpful to travel around the country.
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by Ravi, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Engineering, Independent
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Again, I agree with screenboy review!
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
There are many other places to study where the living conditions are much nicer. AIT campus was annoyingly noisy. Everyday there seemed to be some noisy repair work going on.... The course was interesting and enjoyed my studies, but the living experience on campus was not comfortable.



FINAL COMMENTS

Because of the student accomodation and noise near the student dorms I would recommend people to think twice before studying at AIT.
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by MPPIJPER, ESCP Europe Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
Business Studies, University Agreement
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I wish I had known...
No warm clothes are needed
In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
Keep up the devolopment role in the Region (south east asia) and attract more students from all over the world



FINAL COMMENTS

Just go to South East Asia: It's Worth It!!
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by manuellopez25, International University in Germany, Bruchsal, Germany
Marketing and Sales Management, CEMS
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Nothing was great to get the Cultural Schock
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



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Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
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Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
Pay attention in the International programs to LAtin America



FINAL COMMENTS

None
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by Marco, ESCP Europe, Paris, France
Management Science, University Agreement
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I wish I had known...
no.
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
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Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
It'sa wonderful place to study!



FINAL COMMENTS

Try to get an accomodation on campus.
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by Muyu, University of International Business and Economics, Beijing, China
Business Studies, Independent
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I wish I had known...
some basics in Thai
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
strongly recommend



FINAL COMMENTS

travel, travel, travel till you fall
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by Mireille, EDHEC Nice, Nice, France
Marketing and Sales Management, University Agreement
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I wish I had known...
Nothing special
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
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Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
Nothing special



FINAL COMMENTS

Nothing special
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by Le, Ha Noi Polytechnique University, Ha Noi, Vietnam
Engineering, Independent
Important to choosing this university...
Academic reasons
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Very Important.
Important.
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I wish I had known...
No
In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
KEY:
Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
NO recommendation



FINAL COMMENTS

no comment
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