Prince of Songkla University Launches International Health Professions Education Program
The Faculty of Medicine at Prince of Songkla University has inaugurated its new Master of Science in Health Professions Education (MScHPE) program in collaboration with the University of Illinois.
On October 19, 2026, the Faculty of Medicine at Prince of Songkla University (PSU) held an orientation for the first cohort of its international Master of Science in Health Professions Education (MScHPE) program. The event, hosted at the university's medical research and innovation facility, marked the official commencement of a collaborative academic initiative between PSU and the University of Illinois, USA.
Key university officials, including Vice President for Academic Affairs and International Relations Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thakerng Wongsirichot and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Asst. Prof. Dr. Kittipong Reabroy, attended the ceremony to welcome the new students. The program aims to foster international academic cooperation and enhance the quality of health professional training in Thailand.
For residents and expatriates, this development highlights the ongoing expansion of international-standard medical education in Southern Thailand. By partnering with a prominent American institution, the university seeks to elevate local pedagogical standards in the healthcare sector. While the program is now active, further details regarding future enrollment cycles or potential public-facing seminars resulting from this partnership remain to be confirmed by the university. This initiative reflects a broader trend of Thai medical institutions seeking global expertise to modernize their curricula.
