Green University
Aligned with Prince of Songkla University Green University Strategic Plan, PSU Phuket established measures to promote waste reduction to protect the environment as follows:
- Products or food packaging made of Styrofoam and/or plastic are not allowed to be brought into the university area.
- The use of plastic cups for beverage sales (except PET cups) on campus is prohibited.
- Bringing plastic bags into the university is prohibited.
- Shop operators selling food and beverages on campus must use biodegradable paper cups branded PSU ZERO WASTE only.
- All students and staff are encouraged to bring their own glass containers or water bottles.
No Smoking Policy
PSU Phuket is a smoke-free campus. The University has 2 designated smoking areas as follows:
- The area between the Learning Center Building (Building 5) and the cafeteria.
- The area in front of the greenhouse (opposite Building 1)
Students who smoke in an area other than the designated areas shall be deemed to have violated the smoking regulations. The procedure to report student violator(s) is as follows:
- Notify the Student Development and Alumni Relations via email [email protected] providing the violator’s information accompanied with evidence.
- If the student is found to have violated the smoking regulations and is a first-time offender, the student will receive a written warning.
- If the student is found to have violated the smoking regulations and is a repeat offender, the student will receive disciplinary action according to Prince of Songkla University regulations on Student Discipline B.E. 2560.
Academic Calendar
Academic Year 2023
SEMESTER 1
Semester 1 Begins Last Day of Classes Final Examinations Semester 1 Ends |
15 August 2023 1 December 2023 2-16 December 2023 17 December 2023 |
SEMESTER 2
Semester 2 Begins Last Day of Classes Final Examinations Semester 2 Ends |
8 January 2024 26 April 2024 27 April – 11 May 2024 12 May 2024 |
SUMMER
Summer Semester Begins Last Day of Classes Final Examinations Summer Semester Ends |
27 May 2024 12 July 2024 13-17 July 2024 18 July 2023 |
Academic Year 2024
SEMESTER 1
Semester Start August 13, 2024
Semester End December 14, 2023
SEMESTER 2
Semester Start January 6, 2025
Semester End May 10, 2025
SUMMER
Semester Start May 26, 2025
Semester End July 17, 2025
Student Uniforms
Undergraduate Student Uniforms
- All undergraduate students are required to wear the prescribed university uniform when attending classes, official events, and activities on campus.
- Wear proper, closed-toe shoes to classes/offices on campus. Note: Slippers are not acceptable footwear.
- Shirts should be neatly tucked in at all times
- Uniforms should be modest, avoid wearing close-fitting shirts and pants/skirts
Females
- Shirt: plain white, short-sleeves
- University badges: one pinned to the left collar and the other on the right chest side
- Skirt: plain, black
- Belt: regulated university belt and buckle
- Socks: white, long or short
- Shoes: plain black/dark colored, polite casual, closed-toe
Males
- Shirt: plain white, long-sleeved
- Necktie
- University badge: pinned to necktie
- Pants: long, black
- Belt: regulated university belt and buckle
- Socks: black
- Shoes: plain black/dark colored, polite casual
Banking and Student ID Card
As a student, you will need to open a bank account with Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) at the Central Festival branch or any other branch. You will use the SCB ATM card as your permanent PSU student ID and PSU Phuket library card.
- To open an account at SCB, you will need to bring your passport and have local contact information. After opening a savings account, you will pay around 300 baht for the ATM card fee.
- You will be asked to sign some documents and create a 6-digit passcode for your ATM card.
- If you lose your card, you will have to pay 100 baht for it to be replaced.
For a permanent PSU student ID card, go to the Registration Office on the 1st floor of the President’s Office Building (Bldg. 7). Complete an application form and take it to Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) along with your passport and ID-sized student photos. You will then be issued your permanent PSU Phuket student ID card. There is no charge to make your permanent student ID card; however, if you lose it, you will have to pay 100 baht for it to be replaced.
For a temporary PSU student ID card, go to the Registration Office on the 1st floor of the President’s Office Building (Bldg. 7). Bring your passport and ID-sized student photos. The temporary card can be issued immediately at no charge.
Lost Student ID Card
If you lost your student ID card, please follow the following steps:
- Report to a nearby police station and obtain a police report
- Bring the police report, student photos, and 100-baht fee to the Registration Office (1st floor of Building 7) to get a temporary student ID card
- Re-apply for a new student ID card at Siam Commercial Bank (SCB)
Shuttle Bus
There is a free shuttle bus (minivan) service for students and staff twice a week (Wednesdays and Sundays) from the university to Central Festival Shopping Mall, Tesco Lotus Shopping Center, and Big C Shopping Center. The shuttle bus also goes to Thalang Road Walking Street Market on Sundays. The shuttle bus is not in service during public holidays and may be canceled on occasion due to unforeseen circumstances.
Extracurricular Activities
All undergraduate students are required to complete at least 100 activity unit hours as outlined in the curriculum prescribed by the university in order to graduate.
Required Activities (≥40 activity unit hours)
The university requires students to participate in the activities according to their year of study and students must take part in activities of not less than 10 activity unit hours. Therefore, within four years of study, students have to join in not less than 40 activity unit hours. The required activities are:
- Freshman Preparation (≥10 activity unit hours)
- Community and Cultural Engagement for Sophomores (≥10 activity unit hours)
- Global Discovery for Juniors (≥10 activity unit hours)
- Job Orientation for Seniors (≥10 activity unit hours)
Elective Activities (≥60 activity unit hours)
Students can select projects or activities according to their interests, consisting of not less than 60 activity unit hours. There are seven types of activities:
- Activities Promoting Public Awareness and Volunteering
- Activities Promoting and Fostering Honesty and Integrity
- Activities Promoting and Developing Knowledge, Social Skills, and Professional Skills
- Activities Promoting Health and Recreation
- Activities Promoting Art, Culture, and Religion
- Activities Promoting Democracy and Being Proud of the University
- Activities promoting internationalization and global competence
Read the Official University Announcement here.
Read PSU Phuket Official Announcement here.
Download the Y Activity List for Academic Year 2022 here.
Download the Student Credit Activity Handbook for Academic Year 2022 here.
Student Activity Staff
- Ruangrat Jiratthiwarutkun (P’Nue)
Student activity system administrator
2nd floor, President’s Office Building (Building 7)
+66(0)76 276000 Ext. 6531
- Sopon Junthip (P’Peter)
Faculty of Technology and Environment
1st floor, Dean’s Office (Building 1)
+66(0)76 276000 Ext. 6043
- Kriangsak Putnuan (P’Pop)
Faculty of International Studies
1st floor, Building 3
+66(0)76 276000 Ext. 6697
- Surawut Japrang (P’Marn)
Student activity staff
2nd floor, President’s Office Building (Building 7)
+66(0)76 276000 Ext. 6535
- Nattanicha Chanthong (P’Pim)
Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism
3rd floor, Internship Offlce (Building 2)
+66(0)76 276000 Ext. 6829
- Voranuch Yanasakd (P’Nui)
College of Computing
1st floor, Dean’s Office (Building 6)
+66(0)76 276000 Ext. 6562
