The Department of Development and Sustainability (DDS) is happy to inform that Dr. Mokbul Morshed Ahmad has been appointed as the new Head of Department (HoD) starting January 2022, taking...
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Education for Future Leaders
Competitive Scholarships for August 2021 Intake
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FINISH THE UNFINISHED!
The Sustainability Hackathon 2021 is the 3rd Hackathon organized by the Department of Development and Sustainability, AIT. This year of the COVID-19 outbreak, … Explore More >>
The seminar for improving thesis/research writing skills
We aim to improve their thesis/research writing skills even research study as well. This seminar will deliver by the faculty on various topics such as tips for proposal writing, thesis research using secondary data, data collection and analysis, or other topics deemed necessary. … Interested! >>
The space to share the learning experiences
Ph.D. Colloquium aims to share the learning experiences of their research and study outcome on a live discussion forum. Also, to build the network between the students from different academic programs. … Read more >>
More than 100 competitive scholarships, and study with the World-Class Faculty. AIT Scholarships for August 2021 Intake are the awarded on a very competitive basis. These scholarship criteria may differ according to sponsors. See more >>
Department of Development and Sustainability (DDS) is offering a series of Summer Courses in May – June (available online for this year). These courses are intensive application-oriented courses designed for participants who would like to brush up their knowledge on specific development issues in the region. Learn more >>
This is a one-year professional master program, equivalent to about 42 weeks of study and research. To complete the program, all students are required to achieve 30 credits, in which 24 credits are from course works and 6 credits are research project. More details >>
This program aims to develop the expertise and leadership of professionals in urban planning and design with a strong emphasis on evaluation and application of sustainability. A minimum of 30 credits over 2+ semesters is required to complete the program. More details >>
This program aims to develop the expertise and leadership of professionals in Environmental and Social Sustainability Assessment and Management with a strong emphasis on evaluation and application of sustainability. A minimum of 30 credits over 2+ semesters is required to complete the program. More details >>
Department of Development and Sustainability (DDS) is working to help achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through our research, outreach and teaching work. Below are some examples of our projects. Explore more >>
Global Dialogue on Gender, Development & Social Justice
The Gender and Development Studies Program at AIT is pleased to invite you to join us for a series of conversations on contemporary global issues with gender experts from the field. This cross-cultural transnational forum aims to spur dialogue and reflections on a range of topics bridging theorizing, policy and development practice addressing current Feminist concerns and intersectional work towards social justice. More details >>
Programs Offered
UIS
Urban Innovation and Sustainability program
(Urban Environmental Management program transformed)
DPMI
Development Planning Management and Innovation
(Formerly known as Regional and Rural Development Planning program)
SEG
Society and Environmental Governance
(New program, accepting applications for August 2021 intake)
DS
Development and Sustainability program
GDS
Gender and Development Studies program
NRM
Natural Resources Management program
DPMM
Disaster Preparedness Mitigation and Management program
USPD
One-Year Master's in
Urban Sustainability Planning and Design program
ESAM
One-Year Professional Master's in
Environmental and Social Sustainability Assessment and Management
ESD
One-Year Professional Master's in
Environment and Sustainable Development program
YPM-SBE
Yunus Professional Master's in
Social Business and Entrepreneurship
(One-Year)
Summer Course
Offered in May - June.
These courses are intensive application-oriented courses designed
News and Events
Road to the Winner in Jump Thailand – DDS Student – Theethus Rangkasiri
Theethus Rangkasiri “As everyone has the right to breathe clean air, no one should be demonized by society.” Theethus RangkasiriFounder and CEO at Defire, Thailand -The heart and purpose behind...
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Poetry Contest Organized by SU Gender and Culture
Important Date Submission Deadline: December 15, 2021 Announcement of Winners: December 17, 2021
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NRM Seminar 2021: Advanced Resources Assessment and Mapping
Date: 10 December 2021 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (GMT+07:00, Bangkok Time) Venue: AIT Hybrid mode Onsite at E206, SERD Building, Asian Institute of Technology Online via ZOOM, we will send...
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Delta Resilience and Risk Governance Expert Forum GBM, Bangladesh – 9 December 2021
Join us in the Delta Expert Forum and enrich your understanding about the Asian Deltas! Date: Thursday 9 December 2021Time: 16:00 – 17:45 hrs (GMT+0700, Bangkok Time)
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Students of Gender, Enterprise and Organization class had a joint session with Nagoya University of Foreign Studies students
On 17 November 2021, students of Gender, Enterprise and Organization class had a joint session with Nagoya University of Foreign Studies students. The students were divided into five groups. AIT...
Read MoreDegrees Offered
7 Semesters
84 Credits
4 Semesters
48 Credits
2 Semesters
33 Credits
1 Semester
12 Credits
Both full time and part time options are available.
Programs Offered
Get in Touch
Find us at the office
Department of Development & SustainabilityRoom S202, Academic Building School of Environment, Resources and Development
Asian Institute of Technology P.O.Box 4 58 Moo 9, Km 42, Paholyothin Highway,
Khlong Luang, Pathumthani, 12120 THAILAND
Give us a ring
Tel: (+66) 2524 6387; (+66) 2524 5668
(Mon - Fri, 7:30-16:30 (GMT+07:00))
Fax: (+66) 2524 6431
Email: ds-hod@ait.ac.th