PSU, University of Illinois Launch Joint Health Education Master's
Prince of Songkla University's Faculty of Medicine has launched an international Master of Science in Health Professions Education program in partnership with the University of Illinois College of Medicine. An orientation for the first student cohort was held on October 19, attended by university leaders and visiting US professors who outlined the curriculum. The collaboration aims to develop health education professionals to international standards.
The Graduate School at Prince of Songkla University's Faculty of Medicine organized an orientation for first-year students of the international Master of Science in Health Professions Education (MScHPE) program on October 19, 2026, at the Auditorium on the first floor of the Medical Research, Innovation and Technology Transfer Building. The event was honored by Associate Professor Dr. Thekking Wongsinthorn, Vice President for Academic and International Affairs; Associate Professor Dr. Opas Kaewsaiyaporn, Director of the Khunying Long Aththakrawisun Learning Resources Office; Associate Professor Dr. Kittipong Riabroi, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine; along with faculty members who welcomed and supported the activity to promote international academic cooperation. Distinguished faculty from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in the United States, Professor Ara Tekian and Professor Park Yoon Soo, presented an overview of the curriculum and teaching approaches to prepare new students for their studies. The event is part of efforts to strengthen academic collaboration between Prince of Songkla University and international institutions, while supporting the development of health professions education personnel with the knowledge and skills to elevate health science education quality to international standards.
