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introduction to rangsit university rangsit university Rangsit University (RSU) is a leading private university in Thailand and is fully accredited by the Thai Government’s Commission on Higher Education, Ministry of Education. Renowned for its academic excellence and international teaching standards, RSU is rated in the highest category (out of five possible levels) in quality assurance audits conducted by the Ministry of Education and the Thai Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (Public Organisations). With a history dating back to 1986, RSU has an enrolment of over 28,000 students studying in 134 degree courses (87 Undergraduate degrees, 36 Master degrees and 11 Doctoral degrees). The main campus is located on a 296 rai (or 47.4 hectare or 117 acre) site in the Lak-Hok sub-district of Pathumthani Province, and is only 30 minutes drive by freeway from downtown Bangkok. Surrounded by two golf courses, lakes, sporting facilities, restaurants and excellent shopping facilities, the main campus has much to offer and provides an ideal study environment. Apart from offering university and other close by accommodation, RSU is readily accessible by public transport for students who may wish to live closer to Bangkok. There are many interesting places located in the province such as the National Science Museum, numerous historical temples, renowned markets such as Klong Sam Floating Market and Talad Thai, one of the largest shopping malls in Thailand called Future Park Rangsit, the famous Dream World Amusement Park, The Supreme Artist Hall and the National Archives in Commemoration of H.M. the King’s Golden Jubilee. 4 The province is also considered to be an ‘Education and Technology Hub’ with a high concentration of higher education institutions, many research agencies and institutes and a number of industrial parks. campus life Rangsit University is proud that students from many different countries study on campus, creating a multi-cultural atmosphere. The campus is well-equipped with first rate sporting facilities, shops, restaurants, medical and banking facilities and a post office. In addition to excellent study facilities, the university provides an environment that facilitates the development of personal networks and lifelong friendships. Also the living costs in Pathumthani are less than that in the neighbouring Bangkok. Cafeterias and Restaurants There are three cafeterias inside the campus. Cafeteria 1 is located at the ground floor of Building 8 (Dormitory). Cafeteria 2 is in front of Building 5 (College of Engineering) and Cafeteria 3 is called ‘Sky Cyber Lounge’ located on the 14th floor of Building 11 (International Center). A very popular bakery and dining shop S&P is conveniently located opposite Building 11 (International Center). There are many restaurants just outside or very near the university suiting a wide range of budgets. Cuisines include Thai, Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese and a variety of Western foods.