BANGKOK, Thailand – The government is preparing changes to the Thai University Central Admission System (TCAS) to reduce educational inequality and provide fairer access to higher education. The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation is working with relevant agencies to review admission requirements that may disadvantage students from different economic and social backgrounds.
Deputy Government Spokesperson Patdarasm Thongsaluaykorn said the review will cover student portfolios, admission interviews, the role of entrance examinations, and university admission quotas. Students currently in upper secondary school are expected to benefit first, although the government has not announced specific changes or an implementation timetable.
The ministry is also encouraging universities to update their curricula to prepare students for changing workforce demands and advances in artificial intelligence. Deputy Prime Minister and Higher Education Minister Prof. Dr. Yodchanan Wongsawat has urged students to choose fields of study that match their interests and abilities while developing practical knowledge and adapting to new technologies. The administration is also promoting lifelong learning and extracurricular activities, including sports and student clubs, to help young people develop social and professional skills. (NNT)
