Chulabhorn Royal Academy Showcases Excellence in Health Science Education
Chulabhorn Royal Academy showcased six health science and medical programs at Bangkok's TCAS Fair 2026, including new offerings in health data science, biomedical engineering, and medical food technology designed to address Thailand's healt
Chulabhorn Royal Academy, a leading institution in health science education and medical technology, participated in the Dek-D's TCAS Fair 2026 held at Bangkok Convention and Exhibition Center (BITEC), Bangna on April 25-26. The event attracted significant interest from high school students and parents, reflecting the institution's vital role in producing medical and health science professionals to meet Thailand's public health needs in the digital era.
This marks the academy's third consecutive year of participation, with six faculties providing educational guidance and presenting cutting-edge curricula tailored to address workforce shortages in critical health professions. Expert faculty and senior students shared preparation techniques to help students prepare confidently for university.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Peerud Chearawich, instructor at the Faculty of Medicine Srisavarangchai, highlighted the faculty's two programs: a seven-year Doctor of Medicine curriculum leading to two degrees (M.D. and a specialized master's degree), and a four-year Health Data Science curriculum developed jointly with King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi's Faculty of Engineering.
Asst. Prof. Chattraporn Ruengtong from the Faculty of Health Science Technology described three programs: Health and Movement Science (the first and only undergraduate degree in this field), Emergency Medicine, and Radiologic Technology, emphasizing practical skills to produce qualified professionals capable of mentoring others.
Dr. Charu Techalertsaipal from the Faculty of Science highlighted the Medical Science Innovation curriculum, integrating medical science knowledge with innovation to develop solutions improving Thais' quality of life.
Asst. Prof. Atth Khemthong from the Faculty of Food Innovation and Nutrition presented the Medical and Health Food Technology curriculum, which integrates food technology, nutrition, and health science with innovation and AI applications.
Asst. Prof. Trisak Yaemsoad from the Faculty of Engineering described the Biomedical Engineering program as an interdisciplinary curriculum integrating engineering and health science, developed in collaboration with medical and engineering networks including Chulabhorn Hospital, Oncology Center, government agencies, and private organizations.
