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The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation has launched an investigation into a complaint against a Bangkok university's costly aircraft repair technician course. The course, allegedly substandard, charges nearly a million baht for enrolment and study, sparking significant concerns among students.

 

Minister Supamas Isarabhakdi has directed Supachai Pathumnakul, the ministry's permanent secretary, to form an investigative team following publicity from Weerachai Phutthawong, a lecturer at Kasetsart University.

 

Mr Weerachai shared on Facebook about student grievances regarding the course, available at this Bangkok university.

 

Students reported that the university promised to confer degrees upon full payment of the course fees. However, they experienced frequent cancellations of classes, despite hefty fees comprising 500,000 baht for enrolment alongside nearly 500,000 baht in additional concealed costs.

 

The university's promotional materials suggested that graduates would receive an aircraft repair certificate accredited by the European Aviation Safety Agency. Nevertheless, the certificates awarded upon graduation were from a private company that conducted training during the course.

 

Graduates claimed these certificates were not recognised by potential employers, reported Bangkok Post

 

The spotlight now lies on whether the ministry’s investigation will lead to any changes. If the probe confirms these allegations, it could have broader implications for educational standards and student protection in the aviation sector across Thailand.

 

-- 2024-10-23

 

 

[Artisi]

All will be  cleared up shortly, it was just a misunderstanding caused by a misprint in the university course outline. 

 

[dinsdale]

Enrollment: 1M. Fees: 500K: Hidden fees: 500k. Guaranteed pass: 1M. 

[ChrisY1]

Name the university! Man....these reporters and editors are so damn scared!