THAILAND INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AGENCY (TICA)
Thailand International Postgraduate Programme (TIPP) Scholarships
full · masters
- Fully fundedMaster's study in Thailand
- 7,000 Baht/moLiving allowance (~$200/mo est.)
- 9,000 Baht/moAccommodation in Bangkok and Phuket
- Round-trip airfareReturn economy ticket plus pickup
- Since 2000Years TIPP has run
- 5 themesStudy areas including climate and health
At a glance
full
Funding
€9k
Max amount
Feb 28, 2027
Deadline
TIPP-eligible developing partner countries (see official list)
Country
Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA)
Provider
The Thailand International Postgraduate Programme (TIPP) Scholarships are fully funded master's awards offered by the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) on behalf of the Thai government. Established in 2000, TIPP supports South-South Cooperation by sharing Thailand's development expertise with partner countries, and study takes place at Thai universities. The scholarship covers a return economy-class air ticket, airport pickup, domestic travel, tuition (reimbursed by TICA), and health and medical cover. Scholars also receive a living allowance of 7,000 Baht per month and an accommodation allowance of 7,000 Baht per month in regional provinces or 9,000 Baht per month in Bangkok and Phuket, plus 6,000 Baht settlement money on first arrival, a books allowance of 10,000 Baht per year, and thesis support of up to 20,000 Baht for fieldwork. Courses cluster around 5 themes: Climate Change, Food Security, Public Health, other Sustainable Development Goals topics, and the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy. Applicants must be under 50, hold a bachelor's degree and be nominated through their national focal point. Because allowance rates and deadlines are set each cycle, confirm the exact current figures and dates on the official TICA page before you apply.
What's covered
- Air travel — A return economy-class air ticket between the home country and Thailand, plus an airport pickup service and domestic travel within Thailand.
- Living allowance — A monthly living allowance of 7,000 Baht (roughly ~$200 (est.) per month) throughout the programme.
- Accommodation allowance — An accommodation allowance of 7,000 Baht per month in regional provinces or 9,000 Baht per month in Bangkok and Phuket.
- Settlement and books — Settlement money of 6,000 Baht on first arrival and a books allowance of 10,000 Baht per year (for up to 4 semesters).
- Thesis support — Up to 20,000 Baht for compulsory fieldwork or data collection, plus 12,000 Baht for thesis printing or 8,000 Baht for independent-study printing.
- Tuition and health cover — Tuition fees reimbursed directly by TICA (excluding some equipment, transcript and certificate fees) and health and medical coverage during study.
How to apply
Applications combine an online form on the TICA website with nomination through the national focal point.
- Check eligibility and country list — Confirm your country appears on the TIPP eligible-countries list and that you meet the degree, age and English requirements.
- Complete the online form — Fill in the online application form available on the official TICA website for the chosen course.
- Prepare supporting documents — Gather your degree certificate, transcripts, English proficiency evidence and any required medical and work documents.
- Obtain nomination — Secure nomination from the National Focal Point for International Development Cooperation in your country.
- Submit before the deadline — Submit the completed application and nomination through the required channel before the cycle deadline.
Eligibility
NominationMust be nominated by the National Focal Point for International Development Cooperation in an eligible TIPP country.
EducationMust hold a bachelor's degree and/or relevant professional experience in a field related to the chosen master's.
Work experienceShould currently be employed or working in an area related to the intended course.
English abilityMust have a good command of English, with a proficiency test where the bachelor's was not taught in English.
Age and healthMust be under 50 years of age and in good physical and mental health.
TICA reserves the right to revoke scholarships from awardees who violate its rules and regulations. Additional requirements may apply under each university's own regulations.
Eligible countries
TIPP-eligible developing partner countries (see official list)
Deadlines
2027 cycle~28 February 2027 (est.)
Selection
Candidates are first nominated by their national focal point, then assessed by TICA and the host university on academic background, relevant work experience, English ability and the fit of their goals to the TIPP development themes. Final selection rests with TICA and the awarding Thai university.
Verified sources
- TICA - official websitetica-thaigov.mfa.go.thofficial
About the provider
The Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA), under Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, manages the country's international development cooperation, including scholarships and training that share Thai expertise with partner countries under South-South Cooperation.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who funds the TIPP scholarships?
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They are funded by the Thai government and administered by the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) under the Thailand International Postgraduate Programme.
What level of study does it cover?
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TIPP covers full-time master's degrees at Thai universities.
Is the scholarship fully funded?
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Yes. It covers airfare, tuition reimbursement, living and accommodation allowances, settlement money, books, thesis support and health cover.
How much is the living allowance?
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The living allowance is 7,000 Baht per month, roughly ~$200 (est.) per month, throughout the programme.
What is the accommodation allowance?
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It is 7,000 Baht per month in regional provinces or 9,000 Baht per month in Bangkok and Phuket.
What subjects can I study?
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Courses are grouped under 5 themes: Climate Change, Food Security, Public Health, other SDG topics, and the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy.
Is there an age limit?
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Yes. Candidates must be below 50 years of age at the time of application.
Do I need work experience?
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You should hold a bachelor's degree and/or relevant professional experience and ideally be working in a field related to your chosen course.
Do I need to prove English ability?
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Yes. You need a good command of English, and a proficiency test is required if your bachelor's degree was not taught in English.
How do I apply?
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Complete the online form on the TICA website and obtain a nomination from your country's National Focal Point for International Development Cooperation.
When is the deadline?
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The 2027 cycle deadline is around 28 February 2027 (est.). Always confirm the exact current-cycle date on the official TICA page.
Where can I confirm the details?
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Check the official TICA website for the current course list, allowance rates, eligible countries and application dates before applying.