English Language Course Requirements
Mandatory English Writing Courses
Students with English scores of 5.0 and 5.5 are required to take the following courses:
- Score 5.0: EL15 Course [English Composition]
- Score 5.5: EL19 Course [Academic and Technical Writing]
Important Note: Students must pass the EL19 course to meet the English language requirements for graduation.
Alternative Option: Students may opt to drop the EL classes by submitting an academic IELTS writing score of 6.0 or higher to the Language Center. To do this, you will need:
- A memo signed by an academic advisor requesting this exemption.
Course Descriptions
EL15 Course [English Composition]:
- Focuses on improving sentence structures and academic text organization.
- Covers skills like analyzing paragraphs, identifying main ideas, and writing coherent paragraphs.
- Teaches cause-effect relationships for developing academic papers.
EL19 Course [Academic and Technical Writing]:
- Enhances academic writing through feedback and self-analysis.
- Students will learn to identify and correct writing errors, improve argument quality, and produce clear academic texts.
- Includes instruction on writing problem-solution essays by exploring topics from various perspectives.
2025 January Semester – English Class Information
Please review and ensure you can meet the following course requirements before registering.
Important Course Requirements for EL Students
1. Class Schedule
- Attend one Session A class (Monday or Tuesday) and one Session B class (Wednesday or Thursday).
- 2 class sessions per week.
- Class changes are only allowed within the first two weeks.
2. Attendance Requirement
- A minimum attendance rate of 80% is mandatory (up to 4 absences allowed).
3. Final Exam
- The final exam will be scheduled at the end of the course
- Missing the exam will result in an automatic grade of “I” (Incomplete).
EL Course Timetable
Date: 27 January – 26 March 2025
EL Course Fee: THB 3,000
This is a one-time flat fee for new students.
How to pay for your EL course fee?
1. Invoice Generation: The EL course invoice will be uploaded to your SIS account 2 weeks after the EL registration deadline.
2. Payment Options:
- Cash Payment: Pay the fee directly at the AIT Cashier by providing your student ID number.
- Bank Transfer or Credit Card:
- After making your payment, contact the AIT Cashier. Provide your student ID number and proof of payment to clear the EL course fee from your SIS account.
3. Late Payment: A late payment interest may be applied if you do not pay within 30 days.
AIT Bank Account Details:
- Account Name: ASIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
- Current Account Number: 468-046301-2 (for international transfers)
- Savings Account Number: 405-999567-0 (for local transfers)
- Bank Name: Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., Ltd.
- Bank Branch: Thammasat University Hospital
- Branch Address: 95 Moo 8, Klong Nueng, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
- Swift Code: SICOTHBK
- Message to Beneficiary: EL Course Fee
- Please ensure you cover any service charges or transaction fees separately.
For further assistance, please contact the AIT Cashier’s office.